Fujifilm X-S20 vs Sony a9
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-S20 and Sony a9. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-S20 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a9 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-S20 were released 2023 and Sony a9 was released 2017. That is a 6 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-S20 | 2023 |
Sony a9 | 2017 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-S20 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a9 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-S20 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a9 | 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-S20 has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a9 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
26 MP
25958400 pixels 6240 x 4160 |
Sony a9 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Fujifilm X-S20 has a 8 % larger resolution than Sony a9. 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 a9 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-S20. Sony a9 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Fujifilm X-S20 has 160 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-S20 | 160-12800 |
Sony a9 | 100-51200 |
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-S20
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a9
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-S20 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Sony a9 can shoot up to 20 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-S20 | 8 |
Sony a9 | 20 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-S20 and Sony a9 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 a9 weighs 673 gr (equal to 1.48 lb) which is 37% heavier than Fujifilm X-S20 and its 491 gr (or 1.08 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-S20 | 491 gr 1.08 lb |
Sony a9 | 673 gr 1.48 lb |
Fujifilm X-S20 vs Sony a9 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-S20 and Sony a9, 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-S20 |
Sony a9 |
Name | Fujifilm X-S20 | Sony a9 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Sony a9 |
Release Year | 2023 | 2017 |
Release Date | 2023-05-24 | 2017-04-19 |
MSRP | 1299 USD | 4499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Sony a9 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Sony a9 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | Stacked CMOS |
Resolution | 6240 x 4160 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 5 | Bionz X |
Image |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Sony a9 |
ISO Range | 160 - 12800 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 10 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 7 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Sony a9 |
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) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 693 |
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-S20 |
Sony a9 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1840000 | 1440000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
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 | 3686400 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Sony a9 |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 20 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 Highlight Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Sony a9 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 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-S20 |
Sony a9 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Sony a9 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11/b/g/n with NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone and wired remote) | Yes (Wired or wireless) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Sony a9 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W235
|
NP-FZ100
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 750 shots | 650 shots |
Width | 127 mm | 127 mm |
Height | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Depth | 65 mm | 63 mm |
Weight | 491 gram | 673 gram |