Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7 IV
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7 IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Launched January 2017
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-T10
- Successor is Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 33MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
- Released October 2021
- Previous Model is Sony A7 III
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In this write-up, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony A7 IV, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and A7 IV (33MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and A7 IV (Full frame) come with different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm X-T20 was introduced 5 years before the A7 IV which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X-T20 matches up against the A7 IV in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony Alpha A7 IV. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery and Sony A7 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Sony A7 IV
| Fujifilm X-T20 | A7 IV |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony A7 IV over the Fujifilm X-T20
| A7 IV | Fujifilm X-T20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | October 2021 |  | January 2017 | Newer by 57 months |
| Screen type | Fully articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen resolution | 1440k |  | 920k | Crisper screen (+520k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony A7 IV
| Fujifilm X-T20 | A7 IV | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7 IV Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T20 has outer dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 IV has proportions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony A7 IV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 versus the A7 IV.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T20 and A7 IV is 83 and 61 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7 IV Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T20 and A7 IV.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A7 IV will resolve extra detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7 IV Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7 IV Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T20 | Sony Alpha A7 IV | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model | Fujifilm X-T20 | Sony Alpha A7 IV |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2017-01-18 | 2021-10-21 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | X-Processor Pro2 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
| Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 852.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 33 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7008 x 4672 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 325 | 759 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Available lenses | 54 | 172 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Fully articulated |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 3,690 thousand dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.78x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 14.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/200 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 3843840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 600 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 500 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 300 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 250 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 240 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB PD supported) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 383 gr (0.84 lb) | 699 gr (1.54 lb) |
| Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photos | 600 photos |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126S | NP-FZ100 |
| Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
| Storage slots | One | 2 |
| Launch price | $900 | $2,500 |