Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Sony a100

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Sony a100. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-Pro1 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a100 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-Pro1 is a Mirrorless camera while Sony a100 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a100 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.

** 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-Pro1 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a100 has 10 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a 59 % larger resolution than Sony a100. 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-Pro1 has a larger ISO-range than Sony a100. Fujifilm X-Pro1 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 6400 while Sony a100 has 100 to 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-Pro1
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a100

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-Pro1 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Sony a100 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.

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-Pro1. Unfortunately Sony a100 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 a100 weighs 638 gr (equal to 1.41 lb) which is 42% heavier than Fujifilm X-Pro1 and its 450 gr (or 0.99 lb).

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Sony a100 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Sony a100, 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-Pro1	Sony a100
Name	Fujifilm X-Pro1	Sony a100
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Sony
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-Pro1	Sony a100
Release Year	2012	2006
Release Date	2012-01-09	2006-06-05
MSRP	N/A	899 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-Pro1	Sony a100
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-Pro1	Sony a100
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 Pro	Bionz
Image	Fujifilm X-Pro1	Sony a100
ISO Range	200 - 6400	100 - 1600
White Balance Presets	7	7
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-Pro1	Sony a100
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Single Continuous LiveView	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous
Focus Points	N/A	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-Pro1	Sony a100
Articulated LCD	Fixed	No
Screen size	3”	2.5”
Screen dots	1230000	230000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	TFT color LCD monitor	N/A
Live view	Yes	No
Viewfinder Type	Electronic and Optical (tunnel)	Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	95%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.37× (0.25× 35mm equiv.)	0.83× (0.55× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-Pro1	Sony a100
Frames per second	6 fps	3 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash	No	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	N/A	N/A
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)	+/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-Pro1	Sony a100
Video recording	Yes	No
Video format	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-Pro1	Sony a100
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Compact Flash
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-Pro1	Sony a100
HDMI Output	Yes	No
Microphone Port	No	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	No	No
Remote Control	No	Yes (Wire (Optional))
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-Pro1	Sony a100
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger	Lithium-Ion (NP-FM55H) & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	300 shots	750 shots
Width	140 mm	133 mm
Height	82 mm	95 mm
Depth	43 mm	71 mm
Weight	450 gram	638 gram