Sony A6500 vs Fujifilm X-T20 – Comparison

Let’s compare the Sony A6500 vs Fujifilm X-T20. These two mirrorless cameras can both record 4K videos and offer some great features for the price, so let’s see which one is better for the money.

Our comparison table below covers all the important specifications of each camera. Below that, we specifically talk about the new improvements and which model is better suited for your needs.

	Sony A6500	X-T20
Megapixels	24.2	24.3
Sensor Type	CMOS	CMOS
Sensor Format	APS-C	APS-C
Crop Factor	1.5x	1.5x
AA Filter	Yes	None
Image Resolution	6000 x 4000	6000 x 4000
Body Image Stabilization	Yes - 5-Axis	No
Lens Mount	Sony E	Fujifilm X
ISO	100 - 25,600	200 - 12,800
Expanded ISO	51,200	100 - 51,200
AF Points	425	325 AF Hybrid
Cross-type AF Points	425 phase	169 phase
Continuous Mode	11fps	8fps
LCD	3.0" - Articulating	3.0" - Articulating
LCD Resolution	921,600 dots	1,040,000 dots
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Focus Peaking	Yes	Yes
Top LCD Display	No	No
Viewfinder Type	EVF	EVF
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	1.07x	0.93x
Video Resolution	3840x2160 (30/25/24p)	3840x2160 (30/25/24p)
	1920x1080 (120/100/60/50p)	1920x1080 (60/50p)
Microphone Jack	Yes	Yes
Headphone Jack	No	No
Memory Card Type	SD or MS Pro	SD
Dual Card Slots	No	No
SD UHS Support	UHS-I	UHS-I
Fastest Shutter Speed	1/4000	1/32000
Slowest Shutter Speed	30"	30"
Bulb Mode	Yes	Yes
JPEG Buffer Size	231	62
RAW Buffer Size	110	25
Time Lapse	Yes	Yes
Built-in Flash	Yes	Yes
Max Flash Sync Speed	1/160	1/180
Startup Time	1.3s	1.0s
Built-in Wi-Fi	Yes	Yes
Built-in GPS	No	No
Built- in NFC	Yes	No
Bluetooth	No	No
USB Type	USB 2.0	USB 2.0
Environmentally Sealed	Yes	No
Battery Life (CIPA)	350 shots	350 shots
Battery Included	Yes (NP-FW50)	Yes (NP-W126)
Weight	16.0 oz (453g)	13.5 oz (383g)
Size	4.7 x 2.6 x 2.1"	4.7 x 3.3 x 1.6"
Price	Amazon	Amazon
Release Date	2016	2017

Sony A6500 Advantages:

• Body Image Stabilization – The Sony A6500 has built-in body stabilization for photos and videos, which is an excellent feature for traveling and shooting in low light.

• Continuous mode – 11fps vs 8fps. It’s an advantage, but not something you will really notice that often.

• AF Points – 425 vs 325 AF points. The X-T10 has only 169 phase detection, while the Sony has all 425 which makes it more accurate in low light.

• Viewfinder Magnification – Higher magnification.

• JPEG Buffer Size – 231 vs 62. Useful for long bursts.

• RAW Buffer Size – 110 vs 25.

• Built-in NFC

• Environmentally Sealed – The Sony A6500 is much more protected for shooting outdoors in difficult terrain and bad weather conditions.

• Size – The Sony A6500 is noticeably smaller.

The A6500 is a little more expensive, but it offers built-in body stabilization, slightly faster burst mode (11 vs 8fps), better AF system, way bigger JPEG and RAW buffers and environmental sealing. This will make you less stressed when shooting outdoors in difficult weather (rain, dust etc.).

You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.

Fujifilm X-T20 Advantages:

• AA Filter – The Fujifilm X-T20 has no AA filter.

• LCD Resolution – Higher resolution.

• Faster Max Shutter Speed – 1/32000 vs 1/4000.

• Max Flash Sync Speed – 1/180 vs /160.

• Weight – The Fujifilm X-T20 weighs 70g less.

• Less Expensive – The X-T10 costs around $400 less

The A6500 is an amazing camera. The previous A6300 was great, but now we also have touchscreen, 5-axis body stabilization and way bigger buffer. These 3 features are something you’ll appreciate at any time you’ll be taking pictures or videos.

You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.