Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7R II

Following is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Sony A7R II, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and A7R II (Full frame) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 was introduced 14 months prior to the A7R II making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T1 grades vs the A7R II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T1 & Sony Alpha A7R II. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery & Sony A7R II Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T1 comes with exterior measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") and a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 vs the A7R II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T1 and A7R II is 79 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T1 and A7R II.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T1 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A7R II will provide more detail using its extra 26 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.