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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7R III

Portability
79
Imaging
59
Features
76
Overall
65
Fujifilm X-T1 front
 
Sony Alpha A7R III front
Portability
63
Imaging
78
Features
93
Overall
84

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7R III Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 51200)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
  • Introduced April 2014
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-T2
Sony A7R III
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
  • Released October 2017
  • Previous Model is Sony A7R II
  • Refreshed by Sony A7R IV
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7R III Overview

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Sony A7R III, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and A7R III (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 was released 4 years prior to the A7R III which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-T1 matches up against the A7R III with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Sony A7R III

 Fujifilm X-T1 A7R III 

Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Fujifilm X-T1

 A7R III Fujifilm X-T1 
ReleasedOctober 2017April 2014Newer by 43 months
Screen resolution1440k1040kClearer screen (+400k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony A7R III

 Fujifilm X-T1 A7R III 
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen dimensions
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor 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") and a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R III has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Sony A7R III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 against the A7R III.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7R III size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 and A7R III is 79 and 63 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7R III top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 and A7R III.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R III will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7R III sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7R III Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7R III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 Portrait photography information
Sony A7R III Portrait photography information
75
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
86
focusing manually
sensor resolution is high (42 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
comes with face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 as a Street photography camera
Sony A7R III as a Street photography camera
75
has a tilting screen
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
environment proofing
no image stabilization
79
screen tilts
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
comes with focus via touch
environment proofing
great high ISO (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 Sports photography highlights
Sony A7R III Sports photography highlights
67
silent mode (1/32,000s)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
environment proofing
supports phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
low battery pack (350 CIPA)
89
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is high (42MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment proofing
good battery life (650 per charge)
comes with phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-T1
Travel photography with Sony A7R III
63
environment proofing
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
low battery pack (350 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
74
good battery life (650 shots)
environment proofing
connects via bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
sensor resolution is high (42 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony A7R III as a Landscape photography camera
70
focusing manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
environment proofing
no image stabilization
low battery pack (350 CIPA)
87
focusing manually
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is high (42MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
no anti-alias filter
great high ISO (32,000)
delivers RAW files
environment proofing
good battery life (650 shots)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 Vlogging features
Sony A7R III Vlogging features
33
has face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
comes with external mic port
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
37
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detection autofocus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have external mic support
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7R III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony A7R III
 Fujifilm X-T1Sony Alpha A7R III
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-T1 Sony Alpha A7R III
Type Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2014-04-14 2017-10-25
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip 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 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 42MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4896 x 3264 7952 x 5304
Highest native ISO 6400 32000
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 102400
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW support
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 425
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Sony E
Amount of lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 1,040k dots 1,440k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT LCD (RGBW) -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots 3,686k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x 0.78x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 8.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 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 Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic support
Headphone support
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 440 grams (0.97 pounds) 657 grams (1.45 pounds)
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 Overall score not tested 100
DXO Color Depth score not tested 26.0
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 14.7
DXO Low light score not tested 3523
Other
Battery life 350 photographs 650 photographs
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model 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) Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one)
Card slots Single Two
Launch price $1,300 $2,800