Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony a6600
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony a6600. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-M1 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a6600 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-M1 were released 2013 and Sony a6600 was released 2019. That is a 6 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-M1 | 2013 |
Sony a6600 | 2019 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-M1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a6600 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-M1 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a6600 | 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-M1 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a6600 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
16 MP
15980544 pixels 4896 x 3264 |
Sony a6600 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Sony a6600 has a 50 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-M1. 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 a6600 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-M1. Sony a6600 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 32000 while Fujifilm X-M1 has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-M1 | 200-6400 |
Sony a6600 | 100-32000 |
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-M1
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a6600
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-M1 can shoot up to 5,6 pictures per seconds and Sony a6600 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-M1 | 5,6 |
Sony a6600 | 11 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony a6600 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.
Sony a6600 weighs 503 gr (equal to 1.11 lb) which is 52% heavier than Fujifilm X-M1 and its 330 gr (or 0.73 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-M1 | 330 gr 0.73 lb |
Sony a6600 | 503 gr 1.11 lb |
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony a6600 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony a6600, 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-M1 |
Sony a6600 |
Name | Fujifilm X-M1 | Sony a6600 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a6600 |
Release Year | 2013 | 2019 |
Release Date | 2013-06-25 | 2019-08-28 |
MSRP | 699 USD | 1399 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a6600 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a6600 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4896 x 3264 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 16 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | EXR Processor II | Bionz X |
Image |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a6600 |
ISO Range | 200 - 6400 | 100 - 32000 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a6600 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 49 | 425 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E 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-M1 |
Sony a6600 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 920000 | 921600 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | No Viewfinder | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.07× (0.71× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 2359296 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a6600 |
Frames per second | 5,6 fps | 11 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 7 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a6600 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 |
MPEG4 XAVC-S AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a6600 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a6600 |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (Geotagging setup, Image transfer (Individual image / Selected multiple images), View & Obt |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + NFC) |
Remote Control |
Optional through RR-90 (sold separately)
|
Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a6600 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126 battery and BC-W126 charger
|
NP-FZ100
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 810 shots |
Width | 117 mm | 120 mm |
Height | 67 mm | 67 mm |
Depth | 39 mm | 69 mm |
Weight | 330 gram | 503 gram |