Fujifilm X-T200 vs Sony a200

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T200 and Sony a200. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-T200 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a200 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.

Fujifilm X-T200 were released 2020 and Sony a200 was released 2008. That is a 12 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-T200 2020
Sony a200 2008

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-T200 is a Mirrorless camera while Sony a200 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T200 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a200 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-T200 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Sony a200 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-T200 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a200 has 10 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-T200 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000
Sony a200 10 MP
10036224 pixels
3872 x 2592

Fujifilm X-T200 has a 139 % larger resolution than Sony a200. 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-T200 has a larger ISO-range than Sony a200. Fujifilm X-T200 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 12800 while Sony a200 has 100 to 3200.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-T200 200-12800
Sony a200 100-3200

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-T200
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a200

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T200 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Sony a200 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-T200 8
Sony a200 3

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-T200. Unfortunately Sony a200 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 a200 weighs 572 gr (equal to 1.26 lb) which is 55% heavier than Fujifilm X-T200 and its 370 gr (or 0.82 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-T200 370 gr
0.82 lb
Sony a200 572 gr
1.26 lb

Fujifilm X-T200 vs Sony a200 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T200 and Sony a200, 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-T200
Sony a200
Name Fujifilm X-T200 Sony a200
Manufacturer Fujifilm Sony
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a200
Release Year 2020 2008
Release Date 2020-01-23 2008-01-07
MSRP 699 USD 599 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a200
Camera Type Mirrorless DSLR
Sensor
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a200
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 6000 x 4000 pixels 3872 x 2592 pixels
Megapixels 24 MP 10 MP
Image Processor Bionz
Image
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a200
ISO Range 200 - 12800 100 - 3200
White Balance Presets 0 6
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No Yes
(Built-in Super SteadyShot)
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a200
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Focus Points 425 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-T200
Sony a200
Articulated LCD Fully articulated No
Screen size 3.5” 2.7”
Screen dots 2780000 230000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type TFT LCD N/A
Live view Yes No
Viewfinder Type Electronic Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) 0.83× (0.55× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 2360000 N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a200
Frames per second 8 fps 3 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes Yes
Built-in Flash Range 7 meters 12 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer No Yes
Time-lapse No No
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Average
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a200
Video recording Yes No
Video format MPEG4
H.264
N/A
Video resolution 1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
N/A
Built-in Microphone Yes No
Built-in Speakers Yes No
Storage
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a200
Memory Card SD/SDHC
Compact Flash
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a200
HDMI Output Yes No
Microphone Port Yes No
Headphone Port Yes No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth)
No
Remote Control Yes (via smartphone) Yes (Wired or wirelss (optional))
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a200
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & carger
NP-FM500H Battery
Battery Life (CIPA) 270 shots 750 shots
Width 121 mm 131 mm
Height 84 mm 99 mm
Depth 55 mm 71 mm
Weight 370 gram 572 gram