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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7R III

Portability
61
Imaging
67
Features
85
Overall
74
Fujifilm X-H1 front
 
Sony Alpha A7R III front
Portability
63
Imaging
77
Features
93
Overall
83

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7R III Key Specs

Fujifilm X-H1
(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
Sony A7R III
(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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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7R III Overview

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 Glossary

The 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 resolution1440k1040kCrisper screen (+400k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-H1 and Sony A7R III

 Fujifilm X-H1 A7R III 
IntroducedFebruary 2018October 2017Same generation
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen sizing3"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.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7R III size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7R III sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7R III Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7R III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Portrait photography info
Sony A7R III Portrait photography info
80
you can focus manually
MP count good (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detect focusing
supports RAW files
86
you can focus manually
high sensor resolution (42MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
has face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-H1
Street photography with Sony A7R III
76
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
boasts touch focus
environment sealing
79
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
has touch focus
environment sealing
great high ISO (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Sports photography details
Sony A7R III Sports photography details
77
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count good (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
environment sealing
sensor has phase detect AF
terrible battery pack (310 per charge)
88
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
high sensor resolution (42 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
has tracking autofocus
environment sealing
great battery life (650 per charge)
has phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-H1
Travel photography with Sony A7R III
64
environment sealing
has bluetooth
boasts touch focus
MP count good (24MP)
terrible battery pack (310 CIPA)
display isn't selfie friendly
73
great battery life (650 shots)
environment sealing
connects via bluetooth
has touch focus
high sensor resolution (42MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony A7R III as a Landscape photography camera
78
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count good (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
supports RAW files
environment sealing
has double storage slots
terrible battery pack (310 CIPA)
87
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
high sensor resolution (42 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
no anti-alias filter
great high ISO (32,000)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
great battery life (650 CIPA)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-H1
Vlogging with Sony A7R III
35
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detect focusing
video res high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
includes mic port
display isn't selfie friendly
36
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detection focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has external mic support
screen is not selfie friendly
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7R III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-H1 and Sony A7R III
 Fujifilm X-H1Sony 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