Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony a380

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T10 and Sony a380. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-T10 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a380 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-T10 is a Mirrorless camera while Sony a380 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T10 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a380 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.

** 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-T10 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a380 has 14 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-T10 has a 14 % larger resolution than Sony a380. 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-T10 has a larger ISO-range than Sony a380. Fujifilm X-T10 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 6400 while Sony a380 has 100 to 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-T10
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a380

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T10 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Sony a380 can shoot up to 2,5 pictures per seconds.

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-T10. Unfortunately Sony a380 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 a380 weighs 519 gr (equal to 1.14 lb) which is 36% heavier than Fujifilm X-T10 and its 381 gr (or 0.84 lb).

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony a380 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T10 and Sony a380, 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-T10	Sony a380
Name	Fujifilm X-T10	Sony a380
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Sony
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-T10	Sony a380
Release Year	2015	2009
Release Date	2015-05-18	2009-05-18
MSRP	799 USD	729 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-T10	Sony a380
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-T10	Sony a380
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type	CMOS	CCD
Resolution	4896 x 3264 pixels	4592 x 3056 pixels
Megapixels	16 MP	14 MP
Image Processor	EXR Processor II	Bionz
Image	Fujifilm X-T10	Sony a380
ISO Range	200 - 6400	100 - 3200
White Balance Presets	8	6
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	No	Yes (Sensor-Shift)
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	0 stops	0 stops
Uncompressed format	RAW	RAW
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm X-T10	Sony a380
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	77	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-T10	Sony a380
Articulated LCD	Tilting	Tilting
Screen size	3”	2.7”
Screen dots	920000	230400
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	TFT LCD (RGBW)	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	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-T10	Sony a380
Frames per second	8 fps	2,5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	5 meters	10 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	No
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot	Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-T10	Sony a380
Video recording	Yes	No
Video format	H.264	N/A
Video resolution	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080	N/A
Built-in Microphone	Yes	No
Built-in Speakers	Yes	No
Storage	Fujifilm X-T10	Sony a380
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-T10	Sony a380
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	No	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n)	No
Remote Control	Yes (via smartphone, cable release)	Yes (Wired or Wireless (Optional))
GPS	Yes Optional via Smartphone	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-T10	Sony a380
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger	Lithium-Ion NP-FH50 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	350 shots	500 shots
Width	118 mm	128 mm
Height	83 mm	97 mm
Depth	41 mm	71 mm
Weight	381 gram	519 gram