Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony a6300
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T2 and Sony a6300. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-T2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a6300 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
These two camera models were both released 2016.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-T2 | 2016 |
Sony a6300 | 2016 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a6300 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-T2 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a6300 | 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
Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Fujifilm X-T2 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a6300 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Sony a6300 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Sony a6300 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-T2. Sony a6300 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm X-T2 has 200 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-T2 | 200-12800 |
Sony a6300 | 100-25600 |
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-T2
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a6300
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T2 can shoot up to 14 pictures per seconds and Sony a6300 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-T2 | 14 |
Sony a6300 | 11 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-T2 and Sony a6300 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.
Fujifilm X-T2 weighs 507 gr (equal to 1.12 lb) which is 25% heavier than Sony a6300 and its 404 gr (or 0.89 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-T2 | 507 gr 1.12 lb |
Sony a6300 | 404 gr 0.89 lb |
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony a6300 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T2 and Sony a6300, 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-T2 |
Sony a6300 |
Name | Fujifilm X-T2 | Sony a6300 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Sony a6300 |
Release Year | 2016 | 2016 |
Release Date | 2016-07-07 | 2016-02-03 |
MSRP | 1599 USD | 999 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Sony a6300 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Sony a6300 |
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 | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor Pro2 | Bionz X |
Image |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Sony a6300 |
ISO Range | 200 - 12800 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 10 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Sony a6300 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 325 | 425 |
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 |
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-T2 |
Sony a6300 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 921600 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.16× (0.77× 35mm equiv.) | 1.07× (0.71× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Sony a6300 |
Frames per second | 14 fps | 11 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 6 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
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-T2 |
Sony a6300 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 XAVC-S AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Sony a6300 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Sony a6300 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone or wired remote) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Sony a6300 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 340 shots | 400 shots |
Width | 133 mm | 120 mm |
Height | 92 mm | 67 mm |
Depth | 49 mm | 49 mm |
Weight | 507 gram | 404 gram |