Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7R IV
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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7R IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Launched August 2015
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Increase to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 665g - 129 x 96 x 78mm
- Released July 2019
- Replaced the Sony A7R III
- Updated by Sony A7R V

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7R IV Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus Sony A7R IV, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and A7R IV (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was unveiled 5 years earlier than the A7R IV and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR scores vs the A7R IV in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7R IV Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sony Alpha A7R IV. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery and Sony A7R IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 IR over the Sony A7R IV
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | A7R IV |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R IV over the Fujifilm X-T1 IR
A7R IV | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | |||
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Released | July 2019 | ![]() | August 2015 | More recent by 48 months |
Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+400k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sony A7R IV
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | A7R IV | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7R IV Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR enjoys exterior measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") and a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Sony A7R IV has specifications of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus Sony A7R IV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus the A7R IV.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and A7R IV is 79 and 62 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7R IV Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The visual here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and A7R IV.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7R IV will produce more detail having an extra 45MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T1 IR will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7R IV Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7R IV Specifications
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | Sony Alpha A7R IV | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | Sony Alpha A7R IV |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-08-03 | 2019-07-16 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 61 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 9504 x 6336 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 32000 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 102800 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 567 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Total lenses | 54 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 5,760 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro, Suppressed Flash, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 440g (0.97 lbs) | 665g (1.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 129 x 96 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 99 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3344 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 670 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | Single | 2 |
Launch pricing | $1,299 | $3,498 |