Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A9 II
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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A9 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Released August 2015
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 678g - 129 x 96 x 76mm
- Revealed October 2019
- Superseded the Sony A9

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A9 II Overview
Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A9 II, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and A9 II (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and A9 II (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was manufactured 5 years before the A9 II which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR matches up versus the A9 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A9 II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 IR & Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery & Sony A9 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 IR over the Sony A9 II
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | A9 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony A9 II over the Fujifilm X-T1 IR
A9 II | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | |||
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Revealed | October 2019 | ![]() | August 2015 | More modern by 50 months |
Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+400k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sony A9 II
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | A9 II | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A9 II Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR has got outer dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") along with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Sony A9 II has sizing of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A9 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus the A9 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and A9 II is 79 and 62 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A9 II Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and A9 II.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A9 II will give more detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T1 IR is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A9 II Specifications
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-08-03 | 2019-10-03 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Available lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 3,686 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames per sec | 20.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 440 gr (0.97 lbs) | 678 gr (1.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 129 x 96 x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 690 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | 1 | Two |
Launch price | $1,299 | $4,498 |