Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony a7 IV

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony a7 IV. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-E1 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a7 IV is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.

Fujifilm X-E1 were released 2012 and Sony a7 IV was released 2021. That is a 9 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-E1 2012
Sony a7 IV 2021

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-E1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a7 IV has a "Sony Full Frame"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Fujifilm X-E1 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Sony a7 IV 50 mm
Full-frame sensor
No crop factor/focal length multiplier

** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"

Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:

Resolution

Fujifilm X-E1 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a7 IV has 33 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-E1 16 MP
15980544 pixels
4896 x 3264
Sony a7 IV 33 MP
32741376 pixels
7008 x 4672

Sony a7 IV has a 105 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-E1. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.

ISO range

Sony a7 IV has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-E1. Sony a7 IV has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Fujifilm X-E1 has 200 to 6400.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-E1 200-6400
Sony a7 IV 100-51200

Autofocus and lens compatibility

Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-E1
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a7 IV

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-E1 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Sony a7 IV can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-E1 6
Sony a7 IV 10

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony a7 IV can shoot movies.

Weight

The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.

Sony a7 IV weighs 659 gr (equal to 1.45 lb) which is 88% heavier than Fujifilm X-E1 and its 350 gr (or 0.77 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-E1 350 gr
0.77 lb
Sony a7 IV 659 gr
1.45 lb

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony a7 IV Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony a7 IV, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.

Product
Fujifilm X-E1
Sony a7 IV
Name Fujifilm X-E1 Sony a7 IV
Manufacturer Fujifilm Sony
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-E1
Sony a7 IV
Release Year 2012 2021
Release Date 2012-09-06 2021-10-21
MSRP 999 USD 2499 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-E1
Sony a7 IV
Camera Type Mirrorless Mirrorless
Sensor
Fujifilm X-E1
Sony a7 IV
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm)
Sensor Type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Resolution 4896 x 3264 pixels 7008 x 4672 pixels
Megapixels 16 MP 33 MP
Image Processor EXR Pro BIONZ XR
Image
Fujifilm X-E1
Sony a7 IV
ISO Range 200 - 6400 100 - 51200
White Balance Presets 7 7
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No Yes
(Sensor-Shift (5-axis))
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 5.5 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Fujifilm X-E1
Sony a7 IV
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Multi Area
Center
Single
Continuous
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points N/A 759
Lens Mount Fujifilm X

See Compatible Lenses
Sony E

See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier APS-C Sensor (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
Full frame
No multiplier
Example:
24 mm remains 24 mm
50 mm remains 50 mm
100 mm remains 100 mm
200 mm remains 200 mm
Screen & Viewfinder
Fujifilm X-E1
Sony a7 IV
Articulated LCD Fixed Fully articulated
Screen size 2.8” 3”
Screen dots 460000 1036800
Touch screen No Yes
Screen type TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.78x
Viewfinder Resolution N/A 3686400
Photography features
Fujifilm X-E1
Sony a7 IV
Frames per second 6 fps 10 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes No
Built-in Flash Range N/A N/A
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse No No
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Average
Multi
Center Weighted
Highlight Weighted
Spot
Average
Exposure Compensation +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-E1
Sony a7 IV
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format H.264
MPEG4
H.264
H.265
XAVC-S
XAVC-HS
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Fujifilm X-E1
Sony a7 IV
Memory Card SD/SDHC
Compact Flash Express
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-E1
Sony a7 IV
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port No Yes
Headphone Port No Yes
Wireless No Yes
Built-in (802.11ac (dual band) + Bluetooth)
Remote Control Optional through RR-80
Yes (wireless or smartphone)
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-E1
Sony a7 IV
Enviromentally sealed No Yes
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 350 shots 580 shots
Width 129 mm 131 mm
Height 75 mm 96 mm
Depth 38 mm 80 mm
Weight 350 gram 659 gram