Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A7R III

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.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony Alpha A7R III. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery and Sony A7R III Gallery.

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.

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.

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

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.