Fujifilm X-T200 vs Sony a560

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T200 and Sony a560. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-T200 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a560 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.

Fujifilm X-T200 were released 2020 and Sony a560 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 a560 2010

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-T200 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-T200 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-T200 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-T200 has a 24 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-T200 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000
Sony a560 14 MP
14033152 pixels
4592 x 3056

Fujifilm X-T200 has a 71 % 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-T200. Sony a560 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 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-T200
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-T200 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-T200 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-T200 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 62% heavier than Fujifilm X-T200 and its 370 gr (or 0.82 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-T200 370 gr
0.82 lb
Sony a560 599 gr
1.32 lb

Fujifilm X-T200 vs Sony a560 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T200 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-T200
Sony a560
Name Fujifilm X-T200 Sony a560
Manufacturer Fujifilm Sony
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a560
Release Year 2020 2010
Release Date 2020-01-23 2010-08-24
MSRP 699 USD 649 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a560
Camera Type Mirrorless DSLR
Sensor
Fujifilm X-T200
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 6000 x 4000 pixels 4592 x 3056 pixels
Megapixels 24 MP 14 MP
Image Processor Bionz
Image
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a560
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 a560
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 a560
Articulated LCD Fully articulated Tilting
Screen size 3.5” 3”
Screen dots 2780000 921600
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type TFT LCD 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 2360000 N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a560
Frames per second 8 fps 5 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 a560
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 a560
Memory Card SD/SDHC
Memory Stick Pro Duo
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a560
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 No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony a560
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & carger
Rechargeable NP-FM500H battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 270 shots 1050 shots
Width 121 mm 137 mm
Height 84 mm 104 mm
Depth 55 mm 84 mm
Weight 370 gram 599 gram