• APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 24.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 12,800
  • 35mm 847.3mm2
  • 12.1 megapixels
  • ISO 80 - 102,400

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Differences

Fujifilm X-Pro2 advantages over Sony A7S III

  • Less expensive
    $1499 vs $3198*
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Thinner
    45 mm vs 69 mm
    Thinner
  • More pixels
    24.3 vs 12.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 vs 1/8000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Sony A7S III advantages over Fujifilm X-Pro2

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 8.40 vs 3.93 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Newer
    4 years vs 9 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • More viewfinder magnification
    0.90x vs 0.59x
    Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    409600 vs 51200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Dual card slots
    Both provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera

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Review Excerpt

  • Weather-sealed, ergonomic camera body; Fast hybrid AF system; Excellent high ISO performance; Improved continuous shooting performance; Better video quality than previous Fuji cameras.

  • Some controls don't impress; Continuous autofocus still lags behind competing DSLR cameras; No 4K video; Fixed LCD without touchpanel.

  • Read our Fujifilm X-Pro2 Review

The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-T1 IR

Fujifilm X-Pro2
Fujifilm X-T1 IR
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • More dots on screen
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR

Sony A7S III
Fujifilm X-T1 IR
  • $3348
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • Thinner

Compare Sony A7S III vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR

Compared to Sony A6300

Fujifilm X-Pro2
Sony A6300
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Higher max flash sync
  • More dots on screen
  • $748
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony A6300

Sony A7S III
Sony A6300
  • $3348
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $748
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compare Sony A7S III vs Sony A6300

Compared to Sony A6500

Fujifilm X-Pro2
Sony A6500
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Higher max flash sync
  • More dots on screen
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Touchscreen

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony A6500

Sony A7S III
Sony A6500
  • $3348
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compare Sony A7S III vs Sony A6500

Compared to Sony A9 II

Fujifilm X-Pro2
Sony A9 II
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $4498
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony A9 II

Sony A7S III
Sony A9 II
  • $3348
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $4498
  • 35mm
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • More pixels

Compare Sony A7S III vs Sony A9 II

Compared to Canon R6

Fujifilm X-Pro2
Canon R6
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $2149
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Canon R6

Sony A7S III
Canon R6
  • $3348
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $2149
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • On-sensor phase detect

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