Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony a6100
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Sony a6100. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-Pro2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a6100 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-Pro2 were released 2016 and Sony a6100 was released 2019. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | 2016 |
Sony a6100 | 2019 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a6100 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-Pro2 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a6100 | 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
Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a6100 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Sony a6100 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Sony a6100 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-Pro2. Sony a6100 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 32000 while Fujifilm X-Pro2 has 200 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | 200-12800 |
Sony a6100 | 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-Pro2
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a6100
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-Pro2 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Sony a6100 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | 8 |
Sony a6100 | 11 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Sony a6100 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-Pro2 weighs 495 gr (equal to 1.09 lb) which is 25% heavier than Sony a6100 and its 396 gr (or 0.87 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | 495 gr 1.09 lb |
Sony a6100 | 396 gr 0.87 lb |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony a6100 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Sony a6100, 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-Pro2 |
Sony a6100 |
Name | Fujifilm X-Pro2 | Sony a6100 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a6100 |
Release Year | 2016 | 2019 |
Release Date | 2016-01-15 | 2019-08-28 |
MSRP | 1699 USD | 749 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a6100 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a6100 |
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 | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | X Processor Pro | Bionz X |
Image |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a6100 |
ISO Range | 200 - 12800 | 100 - 32000 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 10 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a6100 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 273 | 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-Pro2 |
Sony a6100 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1620000 | 921600 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 92% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.89× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) | 1.07× (0.71× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 1440000 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a6100 |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 11 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 6 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a6100 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 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-Pro2 |
Sony a6100 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a6100 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + NFC + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (Wired or via smartphone) | Yes (wireless or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a6100 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 420 shots |
Width | 141 mm | 120 mm |
Height | 83 mm | 67 mm |
Depth | 56 mm | 59 mm |
Weight | 495 gram | 396 gram |