• APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 16.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 24.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600

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Differences

Fujifilm X-M1 advantages over Sony A68

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 4.82 vs 3.92 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Thinner
    39 mm vs 80 mm
    Thinner
  • Higher-res screen
    307k vs 154k pixels
    More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Wider angle kit lens
    24 mm vs 27 mm
    Capture more of the scene with the included lens
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    5.7 fps vs 5.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)

Sony A68 advantages over Fujifilm X-M1

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 580 vs 350 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • More pixels
    24.3 vs 16.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tiltable Screen
    Both provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-A1

Fujifilm X-M1
Fujifilm X-A1
  • $993
  • APS-C
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger JPEG buffer

Compare Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-A1

Sony A68
Fujifilm X-A1
  • $598
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Sony A68 vs Fujifilm X-A1

Compared to Samsung NX3000

Fujifilm X-M1
Samsung NX3000
  • $993
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking
  • $950
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX3000

Sony A68
Samsung NX3000
  • $598
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking
  • $950
  • APS-C
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • NFC

Compare Sony A68 vs Samsung NX3000

Compared to Canon T6s

Fujifilm X-M1
Canon T6s
  • $993
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $619
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Lens selection

Compare Fujifilm X-M1 vs Canon T6s

Sony A68
Canon T6s
  • $598
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking
  • $619
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Sony A68 vs Canon T6s

Compared to Pentax K-3 II

Fujifilm X-M1
Pentax K-3 II
  • $993
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $830
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Fujifilm X-M1 vs Pentax K-3 II

Sony A68
Pentax K-3 II
  • $598
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $830
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • High resolution composite

Compare Sony A68 vs Pentax K-3 II

Compared to Canon EOS M10

Fujifilm X-M1
Canon EOS M10
  • $993
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking
  • $800
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Fujifilm X-M1 vs Canon EOS M10

Sony A68
Canon EOS M10
  • $598
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking
  • $800
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

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