Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony NEX-7

Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony NEX-7, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and NEX-7 (24MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T1 was introduced 2 years later than the NEX-7 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T1 scores against the NEX-7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony Alpha NEX-7. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery and Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T1 has got outside dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") having a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Sony NEX-7 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony NEX-7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 compared to the NEX-7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 and NEX-7 is 79 and 84 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 and NEX-7.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony NEX-7 to result in greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T1 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.