Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 IV
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Introduced April 2014
- Updated by Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
- 33MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
- Announced October 2021
- Previous Model is Sony A7 III

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 IV Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 IV, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and A7 IV (33MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and A7 IV (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-T1 was released 8 years prior to the A7 IV which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-T1 scores versus the A7 IV with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 IV Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony Alpha A7 IV. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery and Sony A7 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Sony A7 IV
Fujifilm X-T1 | A7 IV |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7 IV over the Fujifilm X-T1
A7 IV | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
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Announced | October 2021 | ![]() | April 2014 | Newer by 91 months |
Screen type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+400k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony A7 IV
Fujifilm X-T1 | A7 IV | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 IV Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 has got external 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 A7 IV has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 IV in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 and the A7 IV.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 and A7 IV is 79 and 61 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 IV Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 and A7 IV.
As you can see, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony A7 IV will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 17MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 IV Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7 IV Specifications
Fujifilm X-T1 | Sony Alpha A7 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T1 | Sony Alpha A7 IV |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-04-14 | 2021-10-21 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
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 | 16 megapixel | 33 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 7008 x 4672 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 759 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 172 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,440k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD (RGBW) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 3,690k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m (ISO100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 3843840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 600 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 500 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 300 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 250 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 240 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB PD supported) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 440g (0.97 lb) | 699g (1.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 600 images |
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 feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | 1 | Dual |
Pricing at launch | $1,300 | $2,500 |