Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9 II
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Launched April 2014
- New Model is Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 678g - 129 x 96 x 76mm
- Revealed October 2019
- Older Model is Sony A9
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Lets look a little more closely at the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and A9 II (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and A9 II (Full frame) feature different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm X-T1 was introduced 6 years before the A9 II and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-T1 matches up against the A9 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery and Sony A9 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Sony A9 II
| Fujifilm X-T1 | A9 II |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony A9 II over the Fujifilm X-T1
| A9 II | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | October 2019 |  | April 2014 | Fresher by 66 months |
| Display resolution | 1440k |  | 1040k | Crisper display (+400k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony A9 II
| Fujifilm X-T1 | A9 II | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9 II Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T1 enjoys physical 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) while the Sony A9 II has sizing of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 compared to the A9 II.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 and A9 II is 79 and 62 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9 II Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 and A9 II.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T1 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A9 II will offer you more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony A9 II Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T1 | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-T1 | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II |
| Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2014-04-14 | 2019-10-03 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | EXR Processor II | BIONZ X |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
| Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 847.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | 100 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 693 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Number of lenses | 54 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD (RGBW) | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 3,686 thousand dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.78x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
| Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/32000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | 20.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt 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 | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 440g (0.97 lbs) | 678g (1.49 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 129 x 96 x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 photographs | 690 photographs |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126 | NP-FZ100 |
| Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
| Storage slots | 1 | Dual |
| Launch pricing | $1,300 | $4,498 |
