Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony a560
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T10 and Sony a560. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-T10 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a560 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-T10 were released 2015 and Sony a560 was released 2010. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-T10 | 2015 |
Sony a560 | 2010 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-T10 is a Mirrorless camera while Sony a560 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 a560 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-T10 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a560 | 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-T10 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a560 has 14 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-T10 |
16 MP
15980544 pixels 4896 x 3264 |
Sony a560 |
14 MP
14033152 pixels 4592 x 3056 |
Fujifilm X-T10 has a 14 % larger resolution than Sony a560. 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 a560 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-T10. Sony a560 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-T10 has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-T10 | 200-6400 |
Sony a560 | 100-12800 |
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 a560
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 a560 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-T10 | 8 |
Sony a560 | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-T10 and Sony a560 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 a560 weighs 599 gr (equal to 1.32 lb) which is 57% heavier than Fujifilm X-T10 and its 381 gr (or 0.84 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-T10 | 381 gr 0.84 lb |
Sony a560 | 599 gr 1.32 lb |
Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony a560 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T10 and Sony a560, 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 a560 |
Name | Fujifilm X-T10 | Sony a560 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-T10 |
Sony a560 |
Release Year | 2015 | 2010 |
Release Date | 2015-05-18 | 2010-08-24 |
MSRP | 799 USD | 649 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-T10 |
Sony a560 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-T10 |
Sony a560 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
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 a560 |
ISO Range | 200 - 6400 | 100 - 12800 |
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 a560 |
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 | 15 |
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 a560 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 920000 | 921600 |
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.) | 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-T10 |
Sony a560 |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 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 | 12 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 a560 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-T10 |
Sony a560 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-T10 |
Sony a560 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone, cable release) | Yes (Optional) |
GPS |
Yes Optional via Smartphone |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-T10 |
Sony a560 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Rechargeable NP-FM500H battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 1050 shots |
Width | 118 mm | 137 mm |
Height | 83 mm | 104 mm |
Depth | 41 mm | 84 mm |
Weight | 381 gram | 599 gram |