| General | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Fujifilm |
| Model | Alpha SLT-A57 | FinePix HS20 EXR |
| Predecessor Model | Sony Alpha SLT-A55 | |
| Successor Model | Sony Alpha SLT-A58 | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR |
| MSRP | Body only: US $700, with 18-55mm lens: US $800 | |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | SLT | Bridge |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | EXR-CMOS |
| Sensor Size | APS-C | 1/2-inch |
| Sensor Dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6 mm | 6.4 x 4.8 mm |
| Total Pixels | 16.7 Megapixel | |
| Effective Pixels | 16.1 Megapixel | 16 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 16,000 | 100 - 3,200 |
| Boosted ISO Range | 100 - 25,600 | 100 - 12,800 |
| Photo | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | EXR | |
| Max Image Resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Other Resolutions | 4912 x 2760, 3568 x 2368, 3568 x 2000, 2448 x 1624, 2448 x 1376 | 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 1840, 2304 x 1728, 2304 x 1536, 1920 x 1080 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2, 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, Normal | Fine, Normal |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing | 3 frames, H/L selectable |
| Focus | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection Live View | Multi-area Center Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection Live View |
| Lens Servo | Single-Servo AF, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus | |
| Number of Focus Points | 15 | |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 3 | 0 |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Animal Eye Detection | ||
| Vehicle Tracking Mode | ||
| Insect Tracking Mode | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sony A | |
| Crop Factor | 1.5x | |
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 24 - 720 mm | |
| Optical Zoom | 30x | |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 - 5.6 | |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 50 cm | |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 1 cm | |
| Image Stabilization | Sensor Shift | |
| Digital Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
| Screen Technology | Xtra Fine TFT drive with TruBlack technology | TFT color LCD monitor |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 97% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 1.04x | |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.69x | |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 1,440k dot | |
| Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +3 |
| Shutter | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 30 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 12.0 fps | 8.0 fps |
| Flash | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto On Off Red-Eye Slow Sync High Speed Sync Rear Curtain Fill-in Wireless | Auto On Off Red-eye Slow Sync |
| Flash Range | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) | 3.20 m |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/160 sec | |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe | Shoe Mount |
| Exposure | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | Multi Average Spot |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 EV (1/3 EV increments) | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | (3 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV increments) | at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments |
| DXO | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 785 | |
| DxO Color Depth | 23.4 | |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 13.0 | |
| DxO Overall Score | 75 |
| Video | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Unlimited Video Recording | ||
| Recording Limit | 30 min |
| Terminals | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Mini Type C | |
| Speaker | Mono | |
| Built-in Microphone | Stereo | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | Eye-Fi is possible | |
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Remote Control | Optional |
| Environmental | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 132 x 98 x 81 mm (5.2 x 3.86 x 3.19") | 131 x 91 x 126 mm (5.16 x 3.58 x 4.96") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 618 g (1.36 lb / 21.80 oz) | 730 g (1.61 lb / 25.75 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.6 x 6.5 x 6.3" |
| Power and Storage | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | NP-FM500H | 4 x AA |
| Battery Life | 550 shots | |
| Internal Storage | 20 MB | |
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Other | Sony Alpha SLT-A57 | Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2 or 10 sec | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System |
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