Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7R III
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7R III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 673g - 140 x 97 x 86mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-H2
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Introduced October 2017
- Previous Model is Sony A7R II
- Replacement is Sony A7R IV
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In this article, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-H1 and Sony A7R III, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) and A7R III (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm X-H1 was released 4 months after the A7R III so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-H1 scores versus the A7R III in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H1 over the Sony A7R III
| Fujifilm X-H1 | A7R III |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Fujifilm X-H1
| A7R III | Fujifilm X-H1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1440k | 1040k | Crisper screen (+400k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-H1 and Sony A7R III
| Fujifilm X-H1 | A7R III | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2018 | October 2017 | Same generation | |
| Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
| Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
| Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-H1 comes with exterior dimensions of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Sony A7R III has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 compared to the A7R III.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-H1 and A7R III is 61 and 63 respectively.
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-H1 and A7R III.
As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-H1 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7R III will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 18MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively.
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7R III Specifications
| Fujifilm X-H1 | Sony Alpha A7R III | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-H1 | Sony Alpha A7R III |
| Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2018-02-14 | 2017-10-25 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | X-Processor Pro | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
| Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 861.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24MP | 42MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7952 x 5304 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 32000 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 325 | 425 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Number of lenses | 54 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 3,686 thousand dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.75x | 0.78x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
| Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 673 gr (1.48 lb) | 657 gr (1.45 lb) |
| Dimensions | 140 x 97 x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 100 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 26.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.7 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3523 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 310 shots | 650 shots |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-FZ100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one) |
| Card slots | 2 | 2 |
| Cost at release | $1,300 | $2,800 |