Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony a7S II
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony a7S II. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-S10 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a7S II is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-S10 were released 2020 and Sony a7S II was released 2015. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-S10 | 2020 |
Sony a7S II | 2015 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-S10 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a7S II 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-S10 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a7S II | 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-S10 has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a7S II has 12 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 a7S II |
12 MP
12007680 pixels 4240 x 2832 |
Fujifilm X-S10 has a 116 % larger resolution than Sony a7S II. 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 a7S II has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-S10. Sony a7S II has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 102400 while Fujifilm X-S10 has 160 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-S10 | 160-12800 |
Sony a7S II | 100-102400 |
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 a7S II
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 a7S II can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-S10 | 20 |
Sony a7S II | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony a7S II 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 a7S II weighs 627 gr (equal to 1.38 lb) which is 35% heavier than Fujifilm X-S10 and its 465 gr (or 1.03 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-S10 | 465 gr 1.03 lb |
Sony a7S II | 627 gr 1.38 lb |
Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony a7S II Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony a7S II, 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 a7S II |
Name | Fujifilm X-S10 | Sony a7S II |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a7S II |
Release Year | 2020 | 2015 |
Release Date | 2020-10-15 | 2015-09-11 |
MSRP | 999 USD | 2999 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a7S II |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a7S II |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6240 x 4160 pixels | 4240 x 2832 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 12 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | Bionz X |
Image |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a7S II |
ISO Range | 160 - 12800 | 100 - 102400 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 10 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5 axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 6 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a7S II |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 169 |
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-S10 |
Sony a7S II |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1228800 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT-LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) | 0.78x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a7S II |
Frames per second | 20 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 900 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 7 meters | N/A |
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) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a7S II |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 XAVC-S AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a7S II |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a7S II |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone and wired remote) | Yes (wired or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony a7S II |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126S
|
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery and charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 325 shots | 370 shots |
Width | 126 mm | 127 mm |
Height | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Depth | 65 mm | 60 mm |
Weight | 465 gram | 627 gram |