Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A6500 Comparison
Here is a quick review and comparison for the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A6500 mirrorless cameras with APS-c sized image sensors.
The Fuji X-T20 is a budget-friendly and stripped-down version of the flagship X-T2. Both cameras have so much similarities including sensor, native ISO, AF system and 4K video recording. Sony improves the mid-range Alpha series A6500 camera with in-body 5-axis image stabilization technology and touchscreen.
When it comes to video recording features, X-T20 supports 4K at 24, 25 and 30fps with a 100Mbps data rate and Full HD up to 60fps. Both cameras offer clean HDMI output with an 8-bit 4:2:2 colour space. The microphone jack is 3.5mm on the a6500 and 2.5mm on the X-T20. So what maybe the other differences of these two models?
Differences between the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A6500 cameras
Below you can see the specs comparison table of Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A6500 mirrorless cameras. Some differences like sensor, image size, shooting speed, lcd size etc.. detailed as bold on the table.
| Feature | Fuji X-T20 | Sony a6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Resolution | 24 MP | 24.2MP CMOS Sensor |
| Sensor Type | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor Size | 23.6×15.6mm | 23.5×15.6mm |
| AA Filter | No | Yes |
| Image Size | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Image Processor | X-Processor Pro | Bionz X |
| Viewfinder | Yes | Yes |
| Storage Media | SD Card (-2G) / SDHC Card (-32G) / SDXC Card (-256G) UHS-I | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Continuous Shooting Speed | 14 FPS | 11 FPS |
| Max Shutter Speed | 1/4000 to 30 sec | 30-1/4000 sec |
| Native ISO Sensitivity | ISO 200-12,800 | ISO 100-25600 |
| Autofocus System | Hybrid: 91 | Phase Detection: 425 Contrast Detection: 169 |
| Built-in Flash | Yes (5m) | Yes (6m) |
| Video Resolution | 3840 x 2160p at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97 fps (100 Mbps MOV via H.264) 1920 x 1080p at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 fps (36 Mbps MOV via H.264) 1280 x 720p at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 fps (18 Mbps MOV via H.264) |
2160 30/24p (4K / UHD) 1080 60/30/24/120p 1080 i60 Stereo XAVC S format for 4K and Full HD |
| LCD Size | 3″ Rear Tilting Touchscreen LCD | 3″ Rear Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
| LCD Resolution | 1,040,000 dots | 921,600 dots |
| Exposure Compensation | -5 EV to +5 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) | -3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 or 1/2 EV steps) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 400 shots |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Dimensions | 118.4 x 82.8 x 41.4 mm | 120.0 x 66.9 x 53.3 mm |
| Weight | 383g | 453g |
| MSRP Price | $899 | $1,398 |
