Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7S
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 673g - 140 x 97 x 86mm
- Launched February 2018
- New Model is Fujifilm X-H2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 409600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 489g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Released April 2014
- Replacement is Sony A7S II
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7S Overview
Following is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm X-H1 and Sony A7S, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and A7S (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) and A7S (Full frame) boast totally different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm X-H1 was unveiled 3 years after the A7S which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-H1 grades versus the A7S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-H1 and Sony Alpha A7S. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-H1 Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H1 over the Sony A7S
| Fujifilm X-H1 | A7S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2018 |  | April 2014 | More modern by 47 months |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Fujifilm X-H1
| A7S | Fujifilm X-H1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1230k |  | 1040k | Clearer display (+190k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-H1 and Sony A7S
| Fujifilm X-H1 | A7S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7S Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-H1 offers external measurements of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Sony A7S has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-H1 and Sony A7S in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 and the A7S.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-H1 and A7S is 61 and 77 respectively.
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7S Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-H1 and A7S.
Clearly, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-H1 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Fujifilm X-H1 will provide more detail having an extra 12MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-H1 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7S Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A7S Specifications
| Fujifilm X-H1 | Sony Alpha A7S | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-H1 | Sony Alpha A7S |
| Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2018-02-14 | 2014-04-06 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | X-Processor Pro | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 855.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4240 x 2832 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 409600 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 325 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Available lenses | 54 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 2,359k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.75x | 0.71x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 14.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/250s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160, XAVC S 1080 60p(50Mbps), 30p (50Mbps), 24p (50Mbps). 720 120p (50Mbps). AVCHD 60p (28Mbps), 60i (24Mbps/17Mbps), 24p (24Mbps/17Mbps) |
| Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 673g (1.48 pounds) | 489g (1.08 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 140 x 97 x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 87 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.9 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.2 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3702 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 310 photographs | 360 photographs |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
| Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
| Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Two | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $1,300 | $1,998 |