• APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 16.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 35mm 861.6mm2
  • 42.4 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600

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Differences

Fujifilm X-T1 IR advantages over Sony A99 II

  • Thinner
    46 mm vs 76 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    440g vs 849g
    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 A99 II advantages over Fujifilm X-T1 IR

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • 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
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • More pixels
    42.4 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
    10.5 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
  • In-camera panoramas
    Both provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • 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

  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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Review Excerpt

  • Superb image quality at low, moderate ISOs; Improved high ISO performance; Fast continuous shooting speeds; Very impressive hybrid autofocus; High-quality 4K UHD video; Rugged camera body.

  • Multi-selector joystick can be awkward to use; No EVF live view at fastest burst rate; Buffer clearing is slow with no UHS-II support; 4K UHD video isn't as full-featured as E-mount counterparts.

  • Read our Sony A99 II 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 A99 II
Fujifilm X-Pro2
  • $3198
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner

Compare Sony A99 II vs Fujifilm X-Pro2

Compared to Canon 5D Mark IV

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Canon 5D Mark IV
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $2249
  • 35mm
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Canon 5D Mark IV

Sony A99 II
Canon 5D Mark IV
  • $3198
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $2249
  • 35mm
  • Lens selection
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Sony A99 II vs Canon 5D Mark IV

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 A99 II
Canon EOS M5
  • $3198
  • 35mm
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $787
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Sony A99 II 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 A99 II
Sony A6500
  • $3198
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $1216
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Sony A99 II vs Sony A6500

Compared to Nikon D850

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Nikon D850
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $2597
  • 35mm
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Nikon D850

Sony A99 II
Nikon D850
  • $3198
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $2597
  • 35mm
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive

Compare Sony A99 II vs Nikon D850

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