Fujifilm X-T200 vs Sony a55
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T200 and Sony a55. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-T200 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a55 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-T200 were released 2020 and Sony a55 was released 2010. That is a 10 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-T200 | 2020 |
Sony a55 | 2010 |
Type of camera
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T200 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a55 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 a55 | 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 a55 has 16 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 a55 |
16 MP
16032768 pixels 4912 x 3264 |
Fujifilm X-T200 has a 50 % larger resolution than Sony a55. 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 a55 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-T200. Sony a55 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-T200 has 200 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-T200 | 200-12800 |
Sony a55 | 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-T200
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a55
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 a55 can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-T200 | 8 |
Sony a55 | 10 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-T200 and Sony a55 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 a55 weighs 500 gr (equal to 1.1 lb) which is 35% heavier than Fujifilm X-T200 and its 370 gr (or 0.82 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-T200 | 370 gr 0.82 lb |
Sony a55 | 500 gr 1.1 lb |
Fujifilm X-T200 vs Sony a55 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T200 and Sony a55, 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 a55 |
Name | Fujifilm X-T200 | Sony a55 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-T200 |
Sony a55 |
Release Year | 2020 | 2010 |
Release Date | 2020-01-23 | 2010-08-24 |
MSRP | 699 USD | 749 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-T200 |
Sony a55 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | SLT |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-T200 |
Sony a55 |
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 | 4912 x 3264 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 16 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz | |
Image |
Fujifilm X-T200 |
Sony a55 |
ISO Range | 200 - 12800 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 0 | 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-T200 |
Sony a55 |
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 Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 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-T200 |
Sony a55 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3.5” | 3” |
Screen dots | 2780000 | 921000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) | 1.1× (0.73× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-T200 |
Sony a55 |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 10 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 | 10 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 a55 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-T200 |
Sony a55 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-T200 |
Sony a55 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) | Yes (Optional) |
GPS | No |
Yes Built-in |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-T200 |
Sony a55 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & carger
|
Rechargeable NP-FW50 battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 270 shots | 380 shots |
Width | 121 mm | 124 mm |
Height | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Depth | 55 mm | 85 mm |
Weight | 370 gram | 500 gram |