Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony a68
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony a68. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-M1 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a68 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-M1 were released 2013 and Sony a68 was released 2015. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-M1 | 2013 |
Sony a68 | 2015 |
Type of camera
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-M1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a68 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 a68 | 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 a68 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 a68 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Sony a68 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 a68 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-M1. Sony a68 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm X-M1 has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-M1 | 200-6400 |
Sony a68 | 100-25600 |
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 a68
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 a68 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-M1 | 5,6 |
Sony a68 | 8 |
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 a68 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 a68 weighs 610 gr (equal to 1.34 lb) which is 85% heavier than Fujifilm X-M1 and its 330 gr (or 0.73 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-M1 | 330 gr 0.73 lb |
Sony a68 | 610 gr 1.34 lb |
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony a68 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony a68, 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 a68 |
Name | Fujifilm X-M1 | Sony a68 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a68 |
Release Year | 2013 | 2015 |
Release Date | 2013-06-25 | 2015-11-05 |
MSRP | 699 USD | 599 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a68 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | SLT |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a68 |
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 a68 |
ISO Range | 200 - 6400 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 9 |
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-M1 |
Sony a68 |
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 Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 49 | 79 |
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-M1 |
Sony a68 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 2.7” |
Screen dots | 920000 | 460800 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | No Viewfinder | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.88× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a68 |
Frames per second | 5,6 fps | 8 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 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 | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Spot Average |
Multi Center 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 a68 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 |
MPEG4 XAVC-S AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a68 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a68 |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (Geotagging setup, Image transfer (Individual image / Selected multiple images), View & Obt |
No |
Remote Control |
Optional through RR-90 (sold separately)
|
Yes (wired or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-M1 |
Sony a68 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126 battery and BC-W126 charger
|
NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery and charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 580 shots |
Width | 117 mm | 143 mm |
Height | 67 mm | 104 mm |
Depth | 39 mm | 81 mm |
Weight | 330 gram | 610 gram |