Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony a7R IIIA
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Sony a7R IIIA. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-Pro2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a7R IIIA is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-Pro2 were released 2016 and Sony a7R IIIA was released 2021. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | 2016 |
Sony a7R IIIA | 2021 |
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 a7R IIIA 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-Pro2 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a7R IIIA | 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-Pro2 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a7R IIIA has 42 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 a7R IIIA |
42 MP
42177408 pixels 7952 x 5304 |
Sony a7R IIIA has a 76 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-Pro2. 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 a7R IIIA has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-Pro2. Sony a7R IIIA 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 a7R IIIA | 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 a7R IIIA
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 a7R IIIA can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | 8 |
Sony a7R IIIA | 10 |
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 a7R IIIA 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 a7R IIIA weighs 657 gr (equal to 1.45 lb) which is 33% heavier than Fujifilm X-Pro2 and its 495 gr (or 1.09 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | 495 gr 1.09 lb |
Sony a7R IIIA | 657 gr 1.45 lb |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony a7R IIIA Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Sony a7R IIIA, 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 a7R IIIA |
Name | Fujifilm X-Pro2 | Sony a7R IIIA |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a7R IIIA |
Release Year | 2016 | 2021 |
Release Date | 2016-01-15 | 2021-04-07 |
MSRP | 1699 USD | 3199 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a7R IIIA |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a7R IIIA |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 7952 x 5304 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 42 MP |
Image Processor | X Processor Pro | BIONZ X |
Image |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a7R IIIA |
ISO Range | 200 - 12800 | 100 - 32000 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 10 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 5.5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a7R IIIA |
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 | 399 |
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 |
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-Pro2 |
Sony a7R IIIA |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1620000 | 2360000 |
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.) | 0.78x |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 3686400 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a7R IIIA |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 10 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 |
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 a7R IIIA |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 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-Pro2 |
Sony a7R IIIA |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a7R IIIA |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
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 (wired, wireless, smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Sony a7R IIIA |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery and charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 650 shots |
Width | 141 mm | 127 mm |
Height | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Depth | 56 mm | 74 mm |
Weight | 495 gram | 657 gram |