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Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7R III

Portability
70
Imaging
77
Features
89
Overall
81
Fujifilm X-T5 front
 
Sony Alpha A7R III front
Portability
63
Imaging
78
Features
93
Overall
84

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7R III Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T5
(Full Review)
  • 40MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Tilting Display
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 6240 x 4160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 557g - 130 x 91 x 64mm
  • Revealed November 2022
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-T4
Sony A7R III
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
  • Revealed October 2017
  • Superseded the Sony A7R II
  • Updated by Sony A7R IV
Photography Glossary

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7R III Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7R III, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T5 (40MP) and the A7R III (42MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm X-T5 (APS-C) and A7R III (Full frame) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-T5 was revealed 5 years later than the A7R III and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-T5 grades against the A7R III when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T5 over the Sony A7R III

 Fujifilm X-T5 A7R III 
RevealedNovember 2022October 2017Fresher by 62 months
Screen resolution1840k1440kCrisper screen (+400k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Fujifilm X-T5

 A7R III Fujifilm X-T5 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T5 and Sony A7R III

 Fujifilm X-T5 A7R III 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen dimensions3.00"3"Equal screen measurements
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T5 provides outside dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 64mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 557 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Sony A7R III has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7R III in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T5 versus the A7R III.

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7R III size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T5 and A7R III is 70 and 63 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7R III top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T5 and A7R III.

Clearly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T5 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7R III will provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T5 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7R III sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7R III Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7R III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 Portrait photography advice
Sony A7R III Portrait photography advice
86
manual focus
MP count amazing (40 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with face detection focus
supports RAW files
86
manual focus
fantastic MP (42MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
has face detect focusing
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 Street photography highlights
Sony A7R III Street photography highlights
77
tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
offers focus by touch
environment proofing
heavier than competition in class (557 grams)
79
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
provides focus via touch
environment proofing
great high ISO (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 Sports photography information
Sony A7R III Sports photography information
88
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shutter (1/180,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count amazing (40 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment proofing
good battery pack (580 shots)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
89
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic MP (42 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
has tracking focus
environment proofing
good battery (650 CIPA)
comes with phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 as a Travel photography camera
Sony A7R III as a Travel photography camera
71
good battery pack (580 CIPA)
environment proofing
supports bluetooth
offers focus by touch
MP count amazing (40 megapixels)
heavier than competition in class (557g)
display isn't selfie friendly
74
good battery (650 CIPA)
environment proofing
connects via bluetooth
provides focus via touch
fantastic MP (42 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 Landscape photography info
Sony A7R III Landscape photography info
87
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3.00 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count amazing (40MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
no low pass filter
supports RAW files
environment proofing
good battery pack (580 CIPA)
two card slots
87
manual focus
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a good size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic MP (42 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
doesnt have low pass filter
great high ISO (32,000)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
good battery (650 shots)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 as a Vlogging camera
Sony A7R III as a Vlogging camera
35
touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detection focus
video res high (6240 x 4160 pixels)
includes external mic socket
display isn't selfie friendly
heavier than competition in class (557g)
37
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detect focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have microphone support
display isn't selfie friendly
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Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7R III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T5 and Sony A7R III
 Fujifilm X-T5Sony Alpha A7R III
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-T5 Sony Alpha A7R III
Category Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2022-11-02 2017-10-25
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz X
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 40MP 42MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 7728 x 5152 7952 x 5304
Maximum native ISO 12800 32000
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 102400
Min native ISO 125 100
RAW format
Min boosted ISO 64 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 425 425
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Sony E
Available lenses 82 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Display type Tilting Tilting
Display size 3.00 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 1,840k dots 1,440k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots 3,686k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.78x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/8000 secs
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/180000 secs -
Continuous shooting rate 15.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/250 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 6240 x 4160 @ 30p /4096x2160 (60p/​50p/​30p/​25p/​24p/​23.98p) 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 6240x4160 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 557g (1.23 pounds) 657g (1.45 pounds)
Physical dimensions 130 x 91 x 64mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.5") 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 100
DXO Color Depth score not tested 26.0
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 14.7
DXO Low light score not tested 3523
Other
Battery life 580 shots 650 shots
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W235 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots (UHS-II supported) Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one)
Card slots Dual Dual
Pricing at launch $1,699 $2,800