Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7S
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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Announced August 2015
(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
- Launched April 2014
- Successor is Sony A7S II

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7S Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7S, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and A7S (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and A7S (Full frame) possess different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was unveiled 17 months after the A7S making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR scores versus the A7S with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7S Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sony Alpha A7S. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 IR over the Sony A7S
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | A7S | |||
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Launched | August 2015 | ![]() | April 2014 | Newer by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Fujifilm X-T1 IR
A7S | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | |||
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Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+190k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sony A7S
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | A7S | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7S Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR has got outer dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") having a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7S in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus the A7S.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and A7S is 79 and 77 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7S Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and A7S.
To sum up, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR will produce more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T1 IR should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7S Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A7S Specifications
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | Sony Alpha A7S | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | Sony Alpha A7S |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2015-08-03 | 2014-04-06 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4240 x 2832 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 409600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Available lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro, Suppressed Flash, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 3840 x 2160, XAVC S 1080 60p(50Mbps), 30p (50Mbps), 24p (50Mbps). 720 120p (50Mbps). AVCHD 60p (28Mbps), 60i (24Mbps/17Mbps), 24p (24Mbps/17Mbps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 440 gr (0.97 lbs) | 489 gr (1.08 lbs) |
Dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 350 photos | 360 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $1,299 | $1,998 |