Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony A7 IV
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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony A7 IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 465g - 126 x 85 x 65mm
- Introduced October 2020
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-S20
(Full Review)
- 33MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
- Announced October 2021
- Replaced the Sony A7 III

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony A7 IV Overview
Below is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm X-S10 versus Sony A7 IV, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and A7 IV (33MP) and the Fujifilm X-S10 (APS-C) and A7 IV (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-S10 was brought out 12 months prior to the A7 IV which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-S10 grades versus the A7 IV in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony A7 IV Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-S10 & Sony Alpha A7 IV. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery & Sony A7 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S10 over the Sony A7 IV
Fujifilm X-S10 | A7 IV |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7 IV over the Fujifilm X-S10
A7 IV | Fujifilm X-S10 | |||
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Announced | October 2021 | ![]() | October 2020 | More recent by 12 months |
Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+400k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony A7 IV
Fujifilm X-S10 | A7 IV | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony A7 IV Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-S10 comes with physical measurements of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 IV has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-S10 versus Sony A7 IV in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-S10 compared to the A7 IV.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-S10 and A7 IV is 73 and 61 respectively.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony A7 IV Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-S10 and A7 IV.
All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-S10 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony A7 IV will offer extra detail having its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-S10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony A7 IV Specifications
Fujifilm X-S10 | Sony Alpha A7 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-S10 | Sony Alpha A7 IV |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2020-10-15 | 2021-10-21 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26MP | 33MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 7008 x 4672 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 172 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,440k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 3,690k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 20.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3843840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 600 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 500 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 300 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 250 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 240 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec | Yes (USB PD supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 465 grams (1.03 lb) | 699 grams (1.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 126 x 85 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") | 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 325 shots | 600 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I supported) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | One | Two |
Cost at release | $999 | $2,500 |