Fujifilm X-H2 vs Sony a580
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-H2 and Sony a580. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-H2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a580 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-H2 were released 2022 and Sony a580 was released 2010. That is a 12 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-H2 | 2022 |
Sony a580 | 2010 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-H2 is a Mirrorless camera while Sony a580 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-H2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a580 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-H2 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a580 | 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-H2 has a 40 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a580 has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
40 MP
39814656 pixels 7728 x 5152 |
Sony a580 |
16 MP
16032768 pixels 4912 x 3264 |
Fujifilm X-H2 has a 148 % larger resolution than Sony a580. 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
Sony a580 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-H2. Sony a580 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-H2 has 125 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-H2 | 125-12800 |
Sony a580 | 100-12800 |
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-H2
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a580
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-H2 can shoot up to 15 pictures per seconds and Sony a580 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-H2 | 15 |
Sony a580 | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-H2 and Sony a580 can shoot movies.
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.
Fujifilm X-H2 weighs 660 gr (equal to 1.46 lb) which is 10% heavier than Sony a580 and its 599 gr (or 1.32 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-H2 | 660 gr 1.46 lb |
Sony a580 | 599 gr 1.32 lb |
Fujifilm X-H2 vs Sony a580 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-H2 and Sony a580, 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-H2 |
Sony a580 |
Name | Fujifilm X-H2 | Sony a580 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Sony a580 |
Release Year | 2022 | 2010 |
Release Date | 2022-09-08 | 2010-08-24 |
MSRP | 1999 USD | 799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Sony a580 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Sony a580 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 7728 x 5152 pixels | 4912 x 3264 pixels |
Megapixels | 40 MP | 16 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 5 | Bionz |
Image |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Sony a580 |
ISO Range | 125 - 12800 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 7 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Sony a580 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 15 |
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-H2 |
Sony a580 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1620000 | 921600 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.2× (0.8× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 5760000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Sony a580 |
Frames per second | 15 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 900 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Sony a580 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD |
Video resolution |
3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Sony a580 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Sony a580 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone or wired remote) | Yes (Optional) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Sony a580 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Rechargeable NP-FM500H battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 680 shots | 1050 shots |
Width | 136 mm | 137 mm |
Height | 93 mm | 104 mm |
Depth | 95 mm | 84 mm |
Weight | 660 gram | 599 gram |