We are comparing the Sony A6500 vs Fujifilm X-T2 mirrorless cameras with APS-c sized image sensors.
As you know both cameras comes with a 24-Megapixel image sensor. Two high-end mirrorless shooters on the podium. So what maybe the main differences of these two models?
Sony improves the Alpha series A6500 camera with in-body 5-axis image stabilization technology and touchscreen. On the other hand the new Fuji X-T2 camera comes with an upgraded hybrid AF system with more focus points, as well as an AF-point selection joystick.
Specifications Comparison of Sony A6500 vs Fujifilm X-T2 Cameras
You can see the Sony A6500 vs Fujifilm X-T2 specs comparison table below. Some differences like sensor, image size, shooting speed, lcd size etc.. detailed as bold on the table.
Sony A6500 vs Fujifilm X-T2 Comparison Table
| FEATURES | SONY A6500 | FUJIFILM X-T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor resolution | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III Sensor |
| Sensor Type / Size | APS-C CMOS / 23.5 x 15.6 mm | APS-C CMOS / 23.5 x 15.6 mm |
| Max Image Resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Image Processor | BIONZ X | X-Processor Pro |
| ISO | 100 – 25600 (51200 with boost) |
Auto, 200 -12800 (expands to 100-51200) |
| AF System | Fast Hybrid AF 425 points phase-detection AF 169 points contrast-detection AF 0.05 sec. AF Precise movie AF High-density Tracking AF technology |
Hybrid AF 325 points (169 phase-detect, 40% frame coverage) 0.06 sec AF 0.05 shutter time lag 0.25 sec shooting interval |
| LCD | 3″ Rear Screen Tilting Touchscreen LCD (921,600) | 3.0″ / 1,040K-dots / Scratch-resistant, Tilting, No Touchscreen |
| Viewfinder | 0.39″ (1.0cm) Electronic 2359.3K-dots OLED / (2359,296 dots) 1.07x magnification (0.70x equiv.) 100% coverage 120fps mode available |
EVF: 0.5-in, 2.36M dots, 100% coverage, 0.77x magnification (equivalent) |
| Shutter Speed | 30-1/4000 sec | 30 – 1/8000 sec 30 sec. to 1/32000 sec (electronic shutter) |
| Built-in Flash | Yes (6m) | No |
| Flash X Sync Speed | 1/160 sec | 1/250 sec |
| Burst Speed | 11 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 233 frames in JPEG 11 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 107 frames in raw format |
14 fps for up to 42 frames in JPEG format 14 fps for up to 28 frames in Raw format |
| Exposure Compensation | -3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 or 1/2 EV steps) | -5 EV to +5 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
| WB Bracketing | Yes | Yes |
| Video Recording (max. res) |
2160 30/24p (4K / UHD) 1080 60/30/24/120p 1080 i60 Stereo XAVC S format for 4K and Full HD |
3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) |
| Mic Input | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Jack (audio jack) |
No | No |
| Wireless Connectivity | Wi-Fi + NFC | Wi-Fi |
| USB Charge | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 400 shots | 340 shots |
| Dimensions | 120.0 x 66.9 x 53.3 mm (4.7 x 2.6 x 2.1″) | 133 x 92 x 49 mm (5.24 x 3.62 x 1.93″) |
| Weight | 453 g (15.98 oz) | 507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz) |
| Price | $1,398 | $1,599 |
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There is nothing in your table to indicate the IBIS of Sony’s sensor.