Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7R IV

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.

Photography Glossary

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.

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.

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.

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.