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Fujifilm X-T200 vs Sony ZV-E10 — Which Is Better?

Fujifilm X-T200 versus Sony ZV-E10
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Fujifilm · Mirrorless · 24 MP · APS-C · 4K video Fujifilm X-T200
72
WINNER
Sony · Mirrorless · 24 MP · APS-C · 4K video Sony ZV-E10
65
SCORE
Fujifilm X-T200
Sony ZV-E10
General
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General

The Fujifilm X-T200 and the Sony ZV-E10 are both mirrorless cameras, but they draw on entirely different native lens systems, and that choice shapes the whole purchase. The X-T200, announced in January 2020, uses Fujifilm X mount glass. The ZV-E10, from July 2021, uses Sony E mount glass, so your existing or planned lenses largely decide which body fits your kit.

A difference in physical size favours the Sony for small-bag travel. The ZV-E10 measures 115 x 64 x 45 mm and weighs 343 g, against 121 x 84 x 55 mm and 370 g for the X-T200.

Released
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Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
20202021
Announcement date
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Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
January 24, 2020July 27, 2021
Camera type MirrorlessMirrorless
Camera size 121 x 84 x 55 mm115 x 64 x 45 mm
Camera weight 370 g343 g
Optics67/10069/100
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Optics

Shared resolution gives both cameras the same cropping room: each records 24 MP images on an APS-C CMOS sensor, so prints and heavy crops start from the same pixel count.

For handheld stills and eye-level framing, the X-T200 is the stronger choice: it offers in-body stabilisation and an electronic viewfinder with 2360000 dots. The ZV-E10 has neither, but it shoots at up to 11 fps against 8 fps on the Fujifilm, and its native ISO ceiling reaches 32000 against 12800.

Megapixels
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The higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture.
24 MP05024 MP050
Image resolution
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Image resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution.
6000 x 40006000 x 4000
Sensor type
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The camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality.
CMOSCMOS
Sensor size
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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.
23.5 x 15.623.5 x 15.6
Sensor format
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Refers to the most commonly used sensor sizes.
APS-CAPS-C
Continuous shooting
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The number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode.
8 fps04511 fps045
Lens mount
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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 XSony E
Image processor
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The image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card.
UnspecifiedBionz X
Aspect ratio
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The aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3.
3:24:3
Min ISO
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Refers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image.
2003020010030200
Max ISO
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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.
128003003280000320003003280000
Min ISO (expanded)
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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.
1003020010030200
Max ISO (expanded)
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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.
512003003280000512003003280000
Minimum shutter speed
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The minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory.
4440803044080
Max shutter speed
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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.
400080032000400080032000
Autofocus points
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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.
42503004250300
In-body stabilisation
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In-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake.
YesNo
Viewfinder type
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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.
ElectronicNone
Viewfinder dots 236000009900000N/A
Video91/10091/100
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Video

Slow-motion clips and timelapse sequences are equally available: both cameras record 4K video, both offer frame rates up to 120 fps, and both include built-in timelapse.

A difference in recording formats favours the ZV-E10 for editing flexibility: it records in MPEG-4, XAVC S and MOV, while the X-T200 records in MPEG-4 and H.264.

Video
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Indicates if this camera is capable of recording video.
YesYes
Max video resolution
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The best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video.
4K4K
Max video format
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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 21603840 x 1920
Max video frame rate
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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.
120 fps120 fps
Timelapse built in
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A built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video.
YesYes
Video file format
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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, H.264MPEG-4, XAVC S, MOV
Features74/10068/100
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Features

The X-T200 is the better camera for composing and reviewing on the rear screen. Its 3.5-inch touch LCD carries 2780000 dots, and the ZV-E10's 3-inch panel shows 66.9 percent fewer at 920000, so playback and focus checks render with finer detail on the Fujifilm. Both screens tilt for vlogging or low-angle work.

A fill-light difference favours the Fujifilm for casual indoor shots: the X-T200 has a built-in flash, while the ZV-E10 relies on external flash units, which both support. Neither camera has GPS or weather sealing, and both offer Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless transfer and remote control.

Builtin flash
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A built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it.
YesNo
External flash
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External flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera.
YesYes
GPS
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GPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs.
✗✗
Weather sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
✗✗
Screen type LCDLCD
Touch screen
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Touchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons.
YesYes
Screen size 3.5"3"
Screen dots
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Screen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel.
278000011500015000009200001150001500000
Flip screen
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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.
YesYes
Live view
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Live View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens.
YesYes
Wi-Fi
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Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly.
YesYes
Bluetooth
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Bluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices.
YesYes
Storage & battery29/10024/100
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Storage and Battery

The ZV-E10's rated battery life is the stronger figure for long shooting days: 440 shots to the X-T200's 270. The Fujifilm counterbalances with USB charging, so it can top up from a power bank between locations.

Neither camera has dual card slots, so both write to a single card. Each accepts SD, SDHC and SDXC media, with the ZV-E10 additionally taking Memory Stick Pro Duo cards, while the X-T200's slot is UHS-I compatible for faster card transfers.

Memory card SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible)SD / SDHC / SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo
Dual memory card slots ✗✗
Battery type NP-W126SNP-FW50
Battery life
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Approximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take.
270 shots1505000440 shots1505000
USB charging YesNo
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Verdict

Choose the X-T200 if you shoot stills handheld: its electronic viewfinder, in-body stabilisation, built-in flash and detailed 3.5-inch screen make it the more complete photography tool for travel, family photos and low-light interiors.

Choose the ZV-E10 if battery endurance and burst speed lead your needs, such as photographing children, sports or street scenes all day, where its 440-shot rating and 11 fps capture fit better. Its smaller body also suits a compact vlogging setup.

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