Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R IV
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Revealed February 2019
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-T20
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-T30 II
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 665g - 129 x 96 x 78mm
- Launched July 2019
- Superseded the Sony A7R III
- Newer Model is Sony A7R V

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R IV Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm X-T30 and Sony A7R IV, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (APS-C) and A7R IV (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-T30 was brought out 5 months earlier than the A7R IV so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-T30 scores against the A7R IV when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R IV Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T30 & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 over the Sony A7R IV
Fujifilm X-T30 | A7R IV |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R IV over the Fujifilm X-T30
A7R IV | Fujifilm X-T30 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+400k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Sony A7R IV
Fujifilm X-T30 | A7R IV | |||
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Launched | February 2019 | ![]() | July 2019 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R IV Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T30 features external measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Sony A7R IV has proportions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T30 and Sony A7R IV in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 vs the A7R IV.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T30 and A7R IV is 82 and 62 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R IV Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T30 and A7R IV.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T30 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R IV will offer greater detail having its extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R IV Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R IV Specifications
Fujifilm X-T30 | Sony Alpha A7R IV | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T30 | Sony Alpha A7R IV |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2019-02-14 | 2019-07-16 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X-Processor 4 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26MP | 61MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 9504 x 6336 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 32000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 102800 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 567 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 5,760 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383 gr (0.84 lbs) | 665 gr (1.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 129 x 96 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 99 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3344 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | 670 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | Single | Two |
Price at launch | $899 | $3,498 |