Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Released April 2014
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 673g - 127 x 96 x 63mm
- Introduced April 2017
- Renewed by Sony A9 II

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and A9 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and A9 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-T1 was introduced 4 years prior to the A9 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-T1 grades against the A9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 & Sony Alpha A9. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery & Sony A9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Sony A9
Fujifilm X-T1 | A9 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Fujifilm X-T1
A9 | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
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Introduced | April 2017 | ![]() | April 2014 | Fresher by 36 months |
Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper screen (+400k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony A9
Fujifilm X-T1 | A9 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T1 enjoys external measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") along with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony A9 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") and a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 vs the A9.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 and A9 is 79 and 65 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The photograph here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 and A9.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T1 having a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A9 will provide greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T1 | Sony Alpha A9 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T1 | Sony Alpha A9 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-04-14 | 2017-04-19 |
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 | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
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 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 693 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD (RGBW) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 3,686 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
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 | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m (ISO100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | 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 | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 440 grams (0.97 lbs) | 673 grams (1.48 lbs) |
Dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 92 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3517 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 650 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | Single | Dual |
Cost at launch | $1,300 | $4,498 |