Sony A99 vs Fujifilm X-H1

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Sony A99 vs Fujifilm X-H1

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35mm 855.6mm²
24.3 megapixels
ISO 100 - 25,600

Go in depth with our full Sony A99 Review.
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APS-C 368.2mm²
24.3 megapixels
ISO 200 - 12,800

Go in depth with our full Fujifilm X-H1 Review.
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Succeeded by the Sony A99 II
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Succeeded by the Fujifilm X-H2
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Differences

Sony A99 advantages over Fujifilm X-H1

Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Larger sensor
35mm vs APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 5.97 vs 3.93 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Built-in GPS
GPS vs None
Geotag your photos
Longer stills battery life
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

500 vs 310 shots
Capture more photos
Headphone jack
Yes vs No
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

Fujifilm X-H1 advantages over Sony A99

Shoot 4K video
4K (DCI) vs 1080p
Make sure you have a fast computer
Touchscreen
Touch vs No touch
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
Built-in Bluetooth
Yes vs No
Always-on wireless connectivity
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Newer
7 years vs 12 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
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
Faster JPEG shooting
14.0 fps vs 5.9 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Bigger JPEG buffer
40 vs 17 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
Faster RAW shooting
14.0 fps vs 5.9 fps
Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
Bigger RAW buffer
27 vs 18 shots
Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos
Faster shutter
1/32000 vs 1/8000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

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 Image Stabilization
Both provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
In-camera panoramas
Both provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Top deck display
Both provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
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
Dual card slots
Both provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Internal flash
Neither provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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We haven’t finished our review of the Fujifilm X-H1, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
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The Competition

Compared to Nikon D800

Sony A99

Nikon D800

$1998
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
Focus peaking

$1850
35mm

Lens selection
Fast startup

Compare Sony A99 vs Nikon D800

Fujifilm X-H1

Nikon D800

$1000
APS-C

Focus peaking
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$1850
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-H1 vs Nikon D800

Compared to Canon 5D Mark III

Sony A99

Canon 5D Mark III

$1998
35mm

Focus peaking
Tilt-swivel screen

$2079
35mm

Lens selection
Fast startup

Compare Sony A99 vs Canon 5D Mark III

Fujifilm X-H1

Canon 5D Mark III

$1000
APS-C

Less expensive
Focus peaking

$2079
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-H1 vs Canon 5D Mark III

Compared to Nikon D800E

Sony A99

Nikon D800E

$1998
35mm

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$2212
35mm

Lens selection
Fast startup

Compare Sony A99 vs Nikon D800E

Fujifilm X-H1

Nikon D800E

$1000
APS-C

Focus peaking
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$2212
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-H1 vs Nikon D800E

Compared to Sigma sd Quattro

Sony A99

Sigma sd Quattro

$1998
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
Lens selection

$699
APS-C

On-sensor phase detect
Newer

Compare Sony A99 vs Sigma sd Quattro

Fujifilm X-H1

Sigma sd Quattro

$1000
APS-C

Lens selection
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$699
APS-C

More dots on screen

Compare Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sigma sd Quattro

Compared to Sigma sd Quattro H

Sony A99

Sigma sd Quattro H

$1998
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
Lens selection

$1199
APS-H

Less expensive
On-sensor phase detect

Compare Sony A99 vs Sigma sd Quattro H

Fujifilm X-H1

Sigma sd Quattro H

$1000
APS-C

Lens selection
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$1199
APS-H

Larger sensor
More dots on screen

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