Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 III
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Announced April 2014
- Successor is Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Released February 2018
- Older Model is Sony A7 II
- Updated by Sony A7 IV
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 III Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Sony A7 III, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and A7 III (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and A7 III (Full frame) have totally different sensor dimensions.
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe Fujifilm X-T1 was brought out 4 years before the A7 III and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-T1 matches up versus the A7 III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 III Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 & Sony Alpha A7 III. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery & Sony A7 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Sony A7 III
Fujifilm X-T1 | A7 III | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | 922k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Fujifilm X-T1
A7 III | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
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Released | February 2018 | April 2014 | Fresher by 47 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony A7 III
Fujifilm X-T1 | A7 III | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 III Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T1 features outside 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) and the Sony A7 III has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Sony A7 III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 compared to the A7 III.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T1 and A7 III is 79 and 63 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 III Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 and A7 III.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T1 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony A7 III will offer extra detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 III Specifications
Fujifilm X-T1 | Sony Alpha A7 III | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T1 | Sony Alpha A7 III |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-04-14 | 2018-02-27 |
Physical type | 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 | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 693 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
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 size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD (RGBW) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m (ISO100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Activated when external flash is connected Red-eye removal OFF: Auto / Forced Flash / Slow Synchro / Suppressed Flash / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Red-eye removal ON: Red-eye Reduction Auto / Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro / Red-e | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
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 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 440 gr (0.97 lbs) | 650 gr (1.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 96 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3730 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 610 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | 2 |
Cost at launch | $1,300 | $1,998 |