• APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 16.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 35mm 849.7mm2
  • 61.0 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 32,000

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Differences

Fujifilm X-T1 IR advantages over Sony A7R IV

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 4.82 vs 3.76 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Thinner
    46 mm vs 77 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    440g vs 665g
    Lighter weight
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 vs 1/8000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Sony A7R IV advantages over Fujifilm X-T1 IR

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • High resolution composite
    Yes vs No
    Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Newer
    5 years vs 9 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • More pixels
    61.0 vs 16.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    10.0 fps vs 8.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    102400 vs 25600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Tiltable Screen
    Both provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Both provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera

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Review Excerpt

  • Outstanding image quality; Excellent high ISOs; Fast AF performance with Eye-AF tracking; 10fps bursts at full-resolution; Improved ergonomics; Dual UHS-II card slots; Higher-res EVF.

  • Expensive; No 4Kp60; Buffer clearing could be faster; Menus are still frustrating; Touchscreen underutilized; No built-in flash.

  • Read our Sony A7R IV Review

The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-Pro2

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Fujifilm X-Pro2
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • More dots on screen

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Fujifilm X-Pro2

Sony A7R IV
Fujifilm X-Pro2
  • $3331
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner

Compare Sony A7R IV vs Fujifilm X-Pro2

Compared to Canon EOS M5

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Canon EOS M5
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $787
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • NFC

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Canon EOS M5

Sony A7R IV
Canon EOS M5
  • $3331
  • 35mm
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $787
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Internal flash

Compare Sony A7R IV vs Canon EOS M5

Compared to Sony A6500

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Sony A6500
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • More viewfinder magnification
  • $1216
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A6500

Sony A7R IV
Sony A6500
  • $3331
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • High resolution composite
  • $1216
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Sony A7R IV vs Sony A6500

Compared to Canon R5

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Canon R5
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Thinner
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Canon R5

Sony A7R IV
Canon R5
  • $3331
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • High resolution composite
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Sony A7R IV vs Canon R5

Compared to Nikon Z7 II

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Nikon Z7 II
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Thinner
  • $2497
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Nikon Z7 II

Sony A7R IV
Nikon Z7 II
  • $3331
  • 35mm
  • High resolution composite
  • NFC
  • $2497
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Sony A7R IV vs Nikon Z7 II

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