Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony a6100 — Which Is Better?
Side by side47 specifications |
Fujifilm · Mirrorless · 24 MP · APS-C · 4K video
Fujifilm X-T2
68
WINNER
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Sony · Mirrorless · 24 MP · APS-C · 4K video
Sony a6100
66
SCORE
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Fujifilm X-T2 and the Sony a6100 are both mirrorless cameras, but they carry differently. The a6100 from 2019 is the smaller and lighter body at 120 x 67 x 59 mm and 396 g. The 2016 X-T2 is larger at 133 x 92 x 49 mm and 507 g, so it takes more space in a bag. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2016 | 2019 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
July 9, 2016 | August 28, 2019 |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Camera size | 133 x 92 x 49 mm | 120 x 67 x 59 mm |
| Camera weight | 507 g | 396 g |
| Optics | 66/100 | 68/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe X-T2 uses the Fujifilm X mount and the a6100 uses Sony E, so each draws on its own native system. The X-T2 is the stronger camera for fast action in bright light. It shoots at up to 14 fps against 11 fps, and its 1/8000 second maximum shutter is half as long as the a6100's 1/4000. That shorter exposure keeps wide apertures usable in strong sunlight. The a6100 counters with 425 autofocus points against 325, plus a native ISO ceiling of 32000 against 12800 for more exposure settings in dim light. On the matching figures, both pair the same 24 MP resolution with an APS-C CMOS sensor, and neither offers in-body stabilisation. Both use electronic viewfinders, though the X-T2's is finer at 2,360,000 dots against 1,440,000. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
24 MP050 | 24 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
23.6 x 15.6 | 15.6 x 23.5 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 APS-C | APS-C |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
14 fps045 | 11 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
X-Processor Pro | Bionz X |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 3:2 | 3:2 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
20030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
128003003280000 | 320003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
10030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
512003003280000 | 510003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
3044080 | 3044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
800080032000 | 400080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
3250300 | 4250300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
✗ | ✗ |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | 236000009900000 | 144000009900000 |
| Video | 83/100 | 91/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoSlow motion is where the a6100 has the clear edge for video. Its maximum frame rate reaches 120 fps, double the X-T2's 60 fps, which gives far more room to slow fast action in the edit. Both cameras record up to 4K, so maximum resolution is a similarity, and both offer a built-in timelapse function for interval shooting. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 4K | 4K |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
60 fps | 120 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MPEG-4, MOV | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
| Features | 70/100 | 68/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe X-T2 is the camera to take into rain or dust, because it has weather sealing that the a6100 lacks. The a6100 replies with a touch screen for quick focus placement and menu control, plus a built-in flash for convenient fill light indoors. Their rear screens both tilt for waist-level and overhead framing, and each panel measures 3 inches, though the X-T2's is finer at 1,040,000 dots against 921,600. Both transfer images over WiFi and Bluetooth. Neither body has GPS for automatic location tagging. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
No |  Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
 Yes | Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
 Yes | No |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
No |  Yes |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
10400001150001500000 | 9216001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | Yes |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Storage & battery | 68/100 | 37/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe X-T2 carries two SD card slots with UHS-II support, so a long event shoot can hold more storage without swapping cards. The a6100 has a single slot that also accepts Memory Stick Pro Duo media. The a6100 is rated for 420 shots against 340 for the X-T2. Both cameras charge over USB, so a power bank can top up either one on the road. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Dual memory card slots |  Yes | No |
| Battery type | NP-W126S | NP-FW50 |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
340 shots1505000 | 420 shots1505000 |
| USB charging |  Yes | Yes |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Pick the X-T2 if you shoot sport, wildlife or airshows, because its faster 14 fps burst, shorter 1/8000 second shutter and weather sealing suit long days of action in changeable weather. Its dual UHS-II card slots matter for events where one card is not enough, and its finer viewfinder helps when judging critical focus.
Pick the a6100 for a compact travel and family kit. It is 111 g lighter, adds touch control, a built-in flash and double the maximum video frame rate for slow motion, and its battery is rated for more shots. The 11 fps burst covers most everyday action.