In case you are wondering which of these cameras you should buy, then this is the right place to find an answer. Here you will find listed all the main differences among Sony Alpha a6300 and Fujifilm X-T20, calculated by the CameraRace iCamRank algorithm. Show
But, as you may know, the technical performance is meaningless if applied to the wrong context. This is the reason why the iCamRank "weights" differently the camera technical features for each type of photography. Thus, below you'll find our suggestions, based on your preferred photography genre: Whatever type of photography shall you prefer, Sony Alpha a6300 is superior to Fujifilm X-T20 in all conditions. The Fujifilm X-T20 and the Sony Alpha A6300 are two digital cameras that were officially introduced, respectively, in January 2017 and February 2016. Both the X-T20 and the A6300 are mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras that are equipped with an APS-C sensor. Both cameras offer a resolution of 24 megapixels. Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.  Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Fujifilm X-T20 and the Sony Alpha A6300? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.
Body comparisonAn illustration of the physical size and weight of the Fujifilm X-T20 and the Sony A6300 is provided in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three successive views from the front, the top, and the rear are shown. All width, height and depth dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter. Both cameras are available in two different colors (black, silver). If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Sony A6300 is notably smaller (18 percent) than the Fujifilm X-T20. However, the A6300 is markedly heavier (5 percent) than the X-T20. It is noteworthy in this context that the A6300 is splash and dust-proof, while the X-T20 does not feature any corresponding weather-sealing. The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. Yet, since both cameras are based around an APS-C sensor, their respective lenses will tend to have similar dimensions and heft. You can compare the optics available for the two cameras in the Fujinon X Lens Catalog (X-T20) and the Sony E-Mount Lens Catalog (A6300). Mirrorless cameras, such as the two under consideration, have the additional advantage of having a short flange to focal plane distance, which makes it possible to mount many lenses from other systems onto the camera via adapters. Concerning battery life, the X-T20 gets 350 shots out of its NP-W126S battery, while the A6300 can take 400 images on a single charge of its NP-FW50 power pack. The battery packs of both cameras can be charged via USB, which can be very convenient when travelling. The table below summarizes the key physical specs of the two cameras alongside a broader set of comparators. If you want to switch the focus of the display and review another camera pair, you can move across to the CAM-parator tool and choose from the broad selection of possible camera comparisons there. The price is, of course, an important factor in any camera decision. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. The X-T20 was somewhat cheaper (by 10 percent) than the A6300 at launch, but both cameras fall into the same price category. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.
Sensor comparisonThe imaging sensor is at the core of digital cameras and its size is one of the main determining factors of image quality. A large sensor will generally have larger individual pixels that offer better low-light sensitivity, provide wider , and have richer than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses. Both cameras under consideration feature an APS-C sensor, but their sensors differ slightly in size. They nevertheless have the same format factor of 1.5. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2. Even though the X-T20 has a slightly larger sensor, both cameras offer the same resolution of 24 megapixels. This implies that the X-T20 has a lower pixel density and larger individual pixels (with a of 3.92μm versus 3.91μm for the A6300), which gives it a potential advantage in terms of light gathering capacity. In addition, the X-T20 is a somewhat more recent model (by 11 months) than the A6300, and its sensor might have benefitted from technological advances during this time. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that the X-T20 has no anti-alias filter installed, so that it can capture all the detail its sensor resolves. The Fujifilm X-T20 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 200 to ISO 12800, which can be extended to ISO 100-51200. The corresponding ISO settings for the Sony Alpha A6300 are ISO 100 to ISO 25600, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 100-51200. Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. The X-T20 uses Fujifilm's X-Trans layout of photosites, while the A6300 employs the more common Bayer array. Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service assesses and scores the color depth ("DXO Portrait"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports") of camera sensors, and also publishes an overall camera score. The table below summarizes the physical sensor characteristics and sensor quality findings and compares them across a set of similar cameras. Sensor Characteristics # Camera Model Sensor Class Resolution (MP) Horiz. Pixels Vert. Pixels Video Format DXO Portrait DXO Landscape DXO Sports DXO Overall 1. Fujifilm X-T20 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p23.913.21704812. Sony A6300 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p24.413.71437853. Fujifilm X-E4 APS-C 26.0 6240 41604K/30p24.213.72085854. Fujifilm X-T30 II APS-C 26.0 6240 41604K/30p24.213.82144855. Fujifilm X-T30 APS-C 26.0 6240 41604K/30p24.113.51895836. Fujifilm X-A5 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/15p24.013.31800827. Fujifilm X-T100 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/15p24.013.41829838. Fujifilm X-E3 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p23.913.31764829. Fujifilm X70 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/60p23.713.016088010. Fujifilm X-A3 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.813.116648111. Fujifilm X-T10 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/60p23.712.915467912. Fujifilm X-E2 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/60p23.412.614007713. Nikon D5500 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.114.014388414. Nikon D7200 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.514.613338715. Sony A6500 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p24.513.714058516. Sony A6000 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.113.113478217. Sony A3000 APS-C 19.8 5456 36321080/60i23.712.8106878 Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but also of capturing video footage. Both cameras under consideration have a sensor with sufficiently fast read-out times for moving pictures, and both provide the same movie specifications (4K/30p).
Feature comparisonBeyond body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. The two cameras under consideration are similar with respect to both having an electronic viewfinder. However, the one in the X-T20 offers a slightly higher resolution than the one in the A6300 (2360k vs 2359k dots). The adjacent table lists some of the other core features of the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony A6300 along with similar information for a selection of comparators. Core Features # Camera Model Viewfinder (Type or 000 dots) Control Panel (yes/no) LCD Specifications (inch/000 dots) LCD Attach- ment Touch Screen (yes/no) Max Shutter Speed * Max Shutter Flaps * Built-in Flash (yes/no) Built-in Image Stab 1. Fujifilm X-T202360 n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/4000s 8.0/s Y n 2. Sony A63002359 n3.0 / 922 tilting n 1/4000s 11.0/s Y n 3. Fujifilm X-E42360 n3.0 / 1620 tilting Y 1/4000s 8.0/s n n 4. Fujifilm X-T30 II2360 n3.0 / 1620 tilting Y 1/4000s 8.0/s Y n 5. Fujifilm X-T302360 n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/4000s 8.0/s Y n 6. Fujifilm X-A5none n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/4000s 6.0/s Y n 7. Fujifilm X-T1002360 n3.0 / 1040 swivel Y 1/4000s 6.0/s Y n 8. Fujifilm X-E32360 n3.0 / 1040 fixed Y 1/4000s 8.0/s n n 9. Fujifilm X70optional n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/4000s 8.0/s Y n 10. Fujifilm X-A3none n3.0 / 1040 tilting Y 1/4000s 6.0/s Y n 11. Fujifilm X-T102360 n3.0 / 920 tilting n 1/4000s 8.0/s Y n 12. Fujifilm X-E22360 n3.0 / 1040 fixed n 1/4000s 7.0/s Y n 13. Nikon D5500optical n3.2 / 1037 swivel Y 1/4000s 5.0/s Y n 14. Nikon D7200optical Y3.2 / 1229 fixed n 1/8000s 6.0/s Y n 15. Sony A65002359 n3.0 / 922 tilting Y 1/4000s 11.0/s Y Y 16. Sony A60001440 n3.0 / 922 tilting n 1/4000s 11.0/s Y n 17. Sony A3000202 n3.0 / 230 fixed n 1/4000s 2.5/s Y n Note: *) Information refers to the mechanical shutter, unless the camera only has an electronic one.
One differentiating feature between the two cameras concerns the touch sensitivity of the rear screen. The X-T20 has a touchscreen, while the A6300 has a conventional panel. Touch control can be particularly helpful, for example, for setting the focus point. The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, both cameras under consideration feature an electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of ) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of ). The Fujifilm X-T20 has an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software. The X-T20 writes its imaging data to SDXC cards, while the A6300 uses SDXC or Memory Stick PRO Duo cards. Both cameras can use UHS-I cards, which provide for Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s.
Connectivity comparisonFor some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony Alpha A6300 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer. Input-Output Connections # Camera Model Hotshoe Port Internal Mic / Speaker Microphone Port Headphone Port HDMI Port USB Port WiFi Support NFC Support Bluetooth Support 1. Fujifilm X-T20Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0Y-- 2. Sony A6300Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0YY- 3. Fujifilm X-E4Ystereo / monoY-micro3.2Y-Y 4. Fujifilm X-T30 IIYstereo / monoY-micro3.2Y-Y 5. Fujifilm X-T30Ystereo / monoY-micro3.1Y-Y 6. Fujifilm X-A5Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0Y-Y 7. Fujifilm X-T100Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0Y-Y 8. Fujifilm X-E3Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0Y-Y 9. Fujifilm X70Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0Y-- 10. Fujifilm X-A3Ystereo / mono--micro2.0Y-- 11. Fujifilm X-T10Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0Y-- 12. Fujifilm X-E2Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0Y-- 13. Nikon D5500Ystereo / monoY-mini2.0Y-- 14. Nikon D7200Ystereo / monoYYmini2.0YY- 15. Sony A6500Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0YY- 16. Sony A6000Ystereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 17. Sony A3000Ystereo / mono--mini2.0---
Both the X-T20 and the A6300 have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The A6300 was replaced by the Sony A6500, while the X-T20 was followed by the Fujifilm X-T100. Further information on the features and operation of the X-T20 and A6300 can be found, respectively, in the Fujifilm X-T20 Manual (free pdf) or the online Sony A6300 Manual.
Review summarySo what is the bottom line? Is the Fujifilm X-T20 better than the Sony A6300 or vice versa? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants. Advantages of the Fujifilm X-T20:
Arguments in favor of the Sony Alpha A6300:
If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the A6300 emerges as the winner of the match-up (8 : 5 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision on a new camera. A professional wedding photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a travel photog, and a person interested in cityscapes has distinct needs from a macro shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one. X-T20 05:08 A6300 How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Fujifilm X-T20 and the Sony A6300 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera listing whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop. In any case, while the specs-based evaluation of cameras can be instructive in revealing their potential as photographic tools, it says little about, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance of the X-T20 and the A6300 in practical situations. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased. Expert reviewsThis is why hands-on reviews by experts are important. The adjacent summary-table relays the overall verdicts of several of the most popular camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice. Care should be taken when interpreting the review scores above, though. The assessments were made in relation to similar cameras of the same technological generation. A score, therefore, has to be seen in close connection to the price and market introduction time of the camera, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. It should also be noted that some of the review sites have over time altered the way they render their verdicts. Other camera comparisonsDid this review help to inform your camera decision process? In case you would like to check on the differences and similarities of other camera models, just use the search menu below. As an alternative, you can also directly jump to any one of the listed comparisons that were previously generated by the CAM-parator tool.
Specifications: Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A6300Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features. |
