Sony a6300 vs Fujifilm X-T2
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a6300 and Fujifilm X-T2. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony a6300 is manufacturered by Sony but Fujifilm X-T2 is from Fujifilm. Both Sony and Fujifilm are well known brands though.
These two camera models were both released 2016.Camera | Released |
Sony a6300 | 2016 |
Fujifilm X-T2 | 2016 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony a6300 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-T2 has a "Fujifilm 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 ** |
Sony a6300 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Fujifilm X-T2 | 75 mm Fujifilm 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. Sony a6300 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-T2 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a6300 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
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 |
Sony a6300 | 100-25600 |
Fujifilm X-T2 | 200-12800 |
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 Sony a6300
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-T2
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a6300 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm X-T2 can shoot up to 14 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a6300 | 11 |
Fujifilm X-T2 | 14 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony a6300 and Fujifilm X-T2 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 |
Sony a6300 | 404 gr 0.89 lb |
Fujifilm X-T2 | 507 gr 1.12 lb |
Sony a6300 vs Fujifilm X-T2 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a6300 and Fujifilm X-T2, 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 |
Sony a6300 |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Name | Sony a6300 | Fujifilm X-T2 |
Manufacturer | Sony | Fujifilm |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a6300 |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Release Year | 2016 | 2016 |
Release Date | 2016-02-03 | 2016-07-07 |
MSRP | 999 USD | 1599 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a6300 |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Sony a6300 |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
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 | Bionz X | X-Processor Pro2 |
Image |
Sony a6300 |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 200 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 10 | 7 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a6300 |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
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 | 425 | 325 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Fujifilm X 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 |
Sony a6300 |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 921600 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.07× (0.71× 35mm equiv.) | 1.16× (0.77× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Sony a6300 |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Frames per second | 11 fps | 14 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 6 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a6300 |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 XAVC-S AVCHD |
MPEG4 H.264 |
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 |
Sony a6300 |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony a6300 |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) | Yes (via smartphone or wired remote) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a6300 |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 400 shots | 340 shots |
Width | 120 mm | 133 mm |
Height | 67 mm | 92 mm |
Depth | 49 mm | 49 mm |
Weight | 404 gram | 507 gram |