Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 and the Fujifilm X-Pro2, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 was introduced in July 2008 and Fujifilm X-Pro2 was introduced in January 2016. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 over Fujifilm X-Pro2.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-Pro2 over Sony Alpha DSLR-A200.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 has a 2.7" screen with 230k dot resolution and Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a 3.0" screen with 1,620k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

Viewfinder

Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 has a built-in Optical (pentamirror) viewfinderFujifilm X-Pro2 has a built-in Electronic and Optical (tunnel) viewfinder with 2,360k dot resolution. Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 has 95% coverage with 0.83x (0.55x 35mm equivalent) magnification and Fujifilm X-Pro2 has 92% coverage with 0.89x (0.59x 35mm equivalent) magnification.

Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 features a 10.2 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.8 mm and a total area of 372.9 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200. Fujifilm X-Pro2 features a 24.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS X-TRANS III sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 243.4 mm². Its native ISO range is 200 - 12,800 and expands to 100 - 51,200 in boosted mode.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 has CMOS X-TRANS III sensor

Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

Sensor size chart

	Sensor	Dimensions	Area	Aspect Ratio	Crop Factor
	Medium Format	44 x 33 mm	1452 mm2	4:3	0.79x
	Full Frame	36 x 24 mm	864 mm2	3:2	1x
	APS-H	27 x 18 mm	486 mm2	3:2	1.3x
	APS-C	23.6 x 15.6 mm	368.2 mm2	3:2	1.5x
	APS-C (Canon)	22.3 x 14.9 mm	332.3 mm2	3:2	1.6x
	Micro Four Thirds	17.4 x 13 mm	226.2 mm2	4:3	2x
	1-inch	13.2 x 8.8 mm	116.2 mm2	3:2	2.7x
	1/1.7-inch	7.44 x 5.58 mm	41.5 mm2	4:3	4.7x
	1/2.3-inch	6.17 x 4.55 mm	28.1 mm2	4:3	5.6x

Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 can take pictures up to 3872 x 2592 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3872 x 2176, 2896 x 1936, 2896 x 1632, 1920 x 1280, 1920 x 1088. Fujifilm X-Pro2 is equipped with EXR Processor III processor and can take pictures up to 6000 x 4000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3:2 (4240 x 2832, 3008 x 2000), 16:9 (6000 x 3376, 4240 x 2384, 3008 x 1688), 1:1 (4000 x 4000, 2832 x 2832, 2000 x 2000) with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Lens Mount

Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 has Sony A lens mount and Fujifilm X-Pro2 has Fujifilm X lens mount. Due to their APS-C sensor their crop factor (also called lens multiplier) is equal to 1.5x. This means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5.

No Low-Pass Filter on Fujifilm X-Pro2

There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Fujifilm X-Pro2. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.

In-Body Image Stabilization on Sony Alpha DSLR-A200

Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 has a built-in Sensor Shift in-body image stabilization (IBIS). This means that you are still getting vibration reduction when camera is paired with non-image stabilizied lenses. It also works with lenses with optical image stabilization and in combination can achieve even better compensation.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X-Pro2

Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Fujifilm X-Pro2 comes with NP-W126 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots.

External Storage Slots

Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 has a single Compact Flash (Type I/II) card slot. Fujifilm X-Pro2 has two card slots - one for SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) and one for SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I).

Shutter

Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 has Electronically controlled Vertical-traverse Focal-plane shutter. Fujifilm X-Pro2 has Focal Plane shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Sony Alpha DSLR-A200, and up to 1/32000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/8000 sec with mechanical shutter on Fujifilm X-Pro2. Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 can shoot continuously up to 3.0 fps. Fujifilm X-Pro2 can shoot continuously up to 8.0 fps.

Flash

Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 12.00 m at ISO 100 and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Proprietary Hot Shoe (compatible with Minolta and select Sony flashes). Fujifilm X-Pro2 has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/250 sec on Fujifilm X-Pro2.

Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 body has dimensions of 131 x 99 x 71 mm (5.16 x 3.9 x 2.8") and Fujifilm X-Pro2 body has dimensions of 141 x 83 x 56 mm (5.55 x 3.27 x 2.2"). Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 weighs 572 g (1.26 lb / 20.18 oz) and Fujifilm X-Pro2 weighs 495 g (1.09 lb / 17.46 oz).

Sony Alpha DSLR-A200

Fujifilm X-Pro2

131 mm

99 mm

141 mm

83 mm

99 mm

83 mm

71 mm

56 mm