Sony Alpha a7S III Black 2020

Sony Alpha a7S III Black 2020

Sony
59 Overall Score
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Fujifilm X-H2S X-H2S Black 2022

Fujifilm X-H2S X-H2S Black 2022

Fujifilm
100 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Sony Alpha a7S III Black 2020

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Fujifilm X-H2S X-H2S Black 2022

85 out of 100 high confidence 76 reviews

The Fujifilm X-H2S is widely praised as a powerful hybrid camera with excellent autofocus, fast burst shooting, and impressive video capabilities. Users highlight its stacked sensor, robust build, and Fuji's signature color science. However, some report autofocus inconsistencies, especially with firmware updates, and note the lack of a dedicated battery charger and the need for expensive CFexpress cards.

Pros
  • Excellent autofocus performance
  • Fast burst shooting up to 40fps
  • Impressive video capabilities (6.2K, ProRes)
  • Stacked sensor with low rolling shutter
  • Great ergonomics and grip
Cons
  • Autofocus inconsistencies with firmware updates
  • No dedicated battery charger included
  • Expensive CFexpress cards required
  • Awkward AF joystick placement
  • Sensitive shutter button
🤔 Autofocus performance 18
👍 Video capabilities 15
👍 Build quality 12
👍 Image quality and colors 14
🤔 Ergonomics and controls 10
👍 Value for money 8

Scores

Video
Sony
64
Fujifilm
100
Beginner
Sony
60
Fujifilm
100
Photography
Sony
56
Fujifilm
100
Wedding Events
Sony
52
Fujifilm
100
Product Photography
Sony
46
Fujifilm
100
Youtube
Sony
65
Fujifilm
94
Sports Wildlife
Sony
55
Fujifilm
94
Travel
Sony
40
Fujifilm
91
Streaming
Sony
51
Fujifilm
84
Vlogging
Sony
57
Fujifilm
83

Specifications

Sony Alpha a7S IIIFujifilm X-H2S X-H2S
Sensor
TypeBSI-CMOSX-Trans CMOS 5 HS
Sizefull-frameaps-c
Megapixels12.100000381469727 MP26.15999984741211 MP★
ISO Range40★160
ProcessorBIONZ XRX-Processor 5
Autofocus
AF Points
759
425
AF Type—Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 425
Eye AF✓✓
Animal AF—✓★
Subject Detection✓✓
Shooting
Burst (Mechanical)10 fps40 fps★
Burst (Electronic)—40 fps★
Max Shutter—1/32000
Electronic Shutter—✓★
Video
Max Resolution4K6K★
4K FPS120 fps120 fps
1080p FPS—240 fps★
10-bit✓✓
Log Profile✓✓
RAW Video✓✓
CodecHLG, S-Log2/S-Log3Apple ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422, ProRes 422 LT, ProRes 422 Proxy
Display & EVF
Screen Size3"3"
Touchscreen✓✓
Articulating✓✓
EVF Resolution9.4M dots★5.8M dots
Build
Weather Sealed—✓★
Weight1.48 kg0.58 kg★
Battery Life—720 shots★
Connectivity
Wi-Fi—✓★
Bluetooth—✓★
USBUSB-CUSB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 2)
HDMIfull-size HDMIHDMI Type A
Hot Shoe—✓★

Pros & Cons

Sony Alpha a7S III Black 2020

  • Strong evf (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
  • Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
  • Strong video (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
  • Below average sensor (7th percentile)7th %ile
  • Below average social proof (27th percentile)

Fujifilm X-H2S X-H2S Black 2022

  • Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong video (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong sensor (97th percentile)97th %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: Fujifilm X-H2S X-H2S

Scores 100 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 13 of 33 specs.

Fujifilm X-H2S X-H2S Better at:

VideoTravelYoutubeBeginnerVloggingStreamingPhotographyWedding EventsSports WildlifeProduct Photography