Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony a300
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-E2S and Sony a300. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-E2S is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a300 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-E2S were released 2016 and Sony a300 was released 2008. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-E2S | 2016 |
Sony a300 | 2008 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-E2S is a Mirrorless camera while Sony a300 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-E2S has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a300 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Fujifilm X-E2S | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a300 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Resolution
Fujifilm X-E2S has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a300 has 10 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-E2S |
16 MP
15980544 pixels 4896 x 3264 |
Sony a300 |
10 MP
10036224 pixels 3872 x 2592 |
Fujifilm X-E2S has a 59 % larger resolution than Sony a300. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Fujifilm X-E2S has a larger ISO-range than Sony a300. Fujifilm X-E2S has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 6400 while Sony a300 has 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-E2S | 200-6400 |
Sony a300 | 100-3200 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-E2S
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a300
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-E2S can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds and Sony a300 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-E2S | 7 |
Sony a300 | 3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Fujifilm X-E2S. Unfortunately Sony a300 does not support recording movies and movie clips.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Sony a300 weighs 632 gr (equal to 1.39 lb) which is 81% heavier than Fujifilm X-E2S and its 350 gr (or 0.77 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-E2S | 350 gr 0.77 lb |
Sony a300 | 632 gr 1.39 lb |
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony a300 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-E2S and Sony a300, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Fujifilm X-E2S |
Sony a300 |
Name | Fujifilm X-E2S | Sony a300 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-E2S |
Sony a300 |
Release Year | 2016 | 2008 |
Release Date | 2016-01-15 | 2008-01-30 |
MSRP | 699 USD | 799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-E2S |
Sony a300 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-E2S |
Sony a300 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CCD |
Resolution | 4896 x 3264 pixels | 3872 x 2592 pixels |
Megapixels | 16 MP | 10 MP |
Image Processor | EXR Processor II | Bionz |
Image |
Fujifilm X-E2S |
Sony a300 |
ISO Range | 200 - 6400 | 100 - 3200 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-E2S |
Sony a300 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Single Continuous LiveView |
Focus Points | 77 | 9 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Sony A See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-E2S |
Sony a300 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 2.7” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 230000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.74× (0.49× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-E2S |
Sony a300 |
Frames per second | 7 fps | 3 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 7 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-E2S |
Sony a300 |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-E2S |
Sony a300 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-E2S |
Sony a300 |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
No |
Remote Control | Yes (Wired or via smartphone) | Yes (Wired or wirelss (optional)) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-E2S |
Sony a300 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger
|
NP-FM500H
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 730 shots |
Width | 129 mm | 131 mm |
Height | 75 mm | 99 mm |
Depth | 37 mm | 75 mm |
Weight | 350 gram | 632 gram |