• 35mm 847.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 26.1 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 12,800

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Differences

Sony A9 II advantages over Fujifilm X-E4

  • 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
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.93 vs 3.77 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • More viewfinder magnification
    0.78x vs 0.62x
    Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 51200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Fujifilm X-E4 advantages over Sony A9 II

  • Less expensive
    $1049 vs $4498*
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Slower slow-motion
    240 fps vs 120 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Thinner
    32 mm vs 77 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    354g vs 678g
    Lighter weight
  • Higher-res screen
    540k vs 360k pixels
    More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

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
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Both provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • 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
  • Headphone jack
    Both provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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

User reviews

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The Competition

Compared to Sony A9

Sony A9 II
Sony A9
  • $4498
  • 35mm
  • Newer
  • $2997
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
Fujifilm X-E4
Sony A9
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $2997
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Fujifilm X-A7

Sony A9 II
Fujifilm X-A7
  • $4498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Larger sensor
  • $850
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-camera panoramas
Fujifilm X-E4
Fujifilm X-A7
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $850
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Internal flash

Compared to Canon R6

Sony A9 II
Canon R6
  • $4498
  • 35mm
  • NFC
  • More pixels
  • $2149
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Fujifilm X-E4
Canon R6
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $2149
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor

Compared to Nikon Z6 II

Sony A9 II
Nikon Z6 II
  • $4498
  • 35mm
  • NFC
  • Longer video battery life
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Top deck display
Fujifilm X-E4
Nikon Z6 II
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Sony ZV-E10

Sony A9 II
Sony ZV-E10
  • $4498
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $631
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
Fujifilm X-E4
Sony ZV-E10
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $631
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
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