Fujifilm X-H2S vs Sony a900
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-H2S and Sony a900. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-H2S is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a900 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-H2S were released 2022 and Sony a900 was released 2008. That is a 14 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-H2S | 2022 |
Sony a900 | 2008 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-H2S is a Mirrorless camera while Sony a900 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-H2S has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a900 has a "Sony Full Frame"-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-H2S | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a900 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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-H2S has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a900 has 25 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
26 MP
25958400 pixels 6240 x 4160 |
Sony a900 |
25 MP
24385536 pixels 6048 x 4032 |
Fujifilm X-H2S has a 6 % larger resolution than Sony a900. 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-H2S has a larger ISO-range than Sony a900. Fujifilm X-H2S has an ISO range that stretches from 160 to 12800 while Sony a900 has 100 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-H2S | 160-12800 |
Sony a900 | 100-1600 |
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-H2S
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a900
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-H2S can shoot up to 15 pictures per seconds and Sony a900 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-H2S | 15 |
Sony a900 | 5 |
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-H2S. Unfortunately Sony a900 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 a900 weighs 895 gr (equal to 1.97 lb) which is 36% heavier than Fujifilm X-H2S and its 660 gr (or 1.46 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-H2S | 660 gr 1.46 lb |
Sony a900 | 895 gr 1.97 lb |
Fujifilm X-H2S vs Sony a900 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-H2S and Sony a900, 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-H2S |
Sony a900 |
Name | Fujifilm X-H2S | Sony a900 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Sony a900 |
Release Year | 2022 | 2008 |
Release Date | 2022-05-31 | 2008-09-09 |
MSRP | 2499 USD | 2999 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Sony a900 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Sony a900 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6240 x 4160 pixels | 6048 x 4032 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 25 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 5 | Bionz |
Image |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Sony a900 |
ISO Range | 160 - 12800 | 100 - 1600 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 7 |
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-H2S |
Sony a900 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 425 | 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 |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Sony a900 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1620000 | 921600 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.2× (0.8× 35mm equiv.) | 0.74x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 5760000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Sony a900 |
Frames per second | 15 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
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) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Sony a900 |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Sony a900 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Sony a900 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
No |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone or wired remote) | Yes (Wired or Wireless (Optional)) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Sony a900 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion NP-FM500H rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 580 shots | 880 shots |
Width | 136 mm | 156 mm |
Height | 93 mm | 117 mm |
Depth | 95 mm | 82 mm |
Weight | 660 gram | 895 gram |