Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony a300
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony a300. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-S10 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a300 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-S10 were released 2020 and Sony a300 was released 2008. That is a 12 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-S10 | 2020 |
Sony a300 | 2008 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-S10 is a Mirrorless camera while Sony a300 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-S10 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a300 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-S10 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a300 | 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-S10 has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a300 has 10 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
26 MP
25958400 pixels 6240 x 4160 |
Sony a300 |
10 MP
10036224 pixels 3872 x 2592 |
Fujifilm X-S10 has a 159 % larger resolution than Sony a300. 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-S10 has a larger ISO-range than Sony a300. Fujifilm X-S10 has an ISO range that stretches from 160 to 12800 while Sony a300 has 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-S10 | 160-12800 |
Sony a300 | 100-3200 |
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-S10
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a300
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-S10 can shoot up to 20 pictures per seconds and Sony a300 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-S10 | 20 |
Sony a300 | 3 |
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-S10. Unfortunately Sony a300 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 a300 weighs 632 gr (equal to 1.39 lb) which is 36% heavier than Fujifilm X-S10 and its 465 gr (or 1.03 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-S10 | 465 gr 1.03 lb |
Sony a300 | 632 gr 1.39 lb |
Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony a300 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony a300, 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-S10 |
Sony a300 |
Name | Fujifilm X-S10 | Sony a300 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a300 |
Release Year | 2020 | 2008 |
Release Date | 2020-10-15 | 2008-01-30 |
MSRP | 999 USD | 799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a300 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a300 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Resolution | 6240 x 4160 pixels | 3872 x 2592 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 10 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | Bionz |
Image |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a300 |
ISO Range | 160 - 12800 | 100 - 3200 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 6 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a300 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Single Continuous LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 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-S10 |
Sony a300 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 2.7” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 230000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) | 0.74× (0.49× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a300 |
Frames per second | 20 fps | 3 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 900 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 | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a300 |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a300 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a300 |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
No |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone and wired remote) | Yes (Wired or wirelss (optional)) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a300 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126S
|
NP-FM500H
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 325 shots | 730 shots |
Width | 126 mm | 131 mm |
Height | 85 mm | 99 mm |
Depth | 65 mm | 75 mm |
Weight | 465 gram | 632 gram |