Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony NEX-7

On this page, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sony NEX-7, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and NEX-7 (24MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was released 3 years later than the NEX-7 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T1 IR being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR scores vs the NEX-7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sony Alpha NEX-7. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery and Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR comes with physical dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Sony NEX-7 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sony NEX-7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus the NEX-7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and NEX-7 is 79 and 84 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The visual underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and NEX-7.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony NEX-7 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T1 IR provides a benefit in sensor technology.