Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony a7
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-H1 and Sony a7. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-H1 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a7 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-H1 were released 2018 and Sony a7 was released 2013. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-H1 | 2018 |
Sony a7 | 2013 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-H1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a7 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-H1 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a7 | 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
Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Fujifilm X-H1 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a7 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Sony a7 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Sony a7 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-H1. Sony a7 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm X-H1 has 200 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-H1 | 200-12800 |
Sony a7 | 100-25600 |
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-H1
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a7
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-H1 can shoot up to 14 pictures per seconds and Sony a7 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-H1 | 14 |
Sony a7 | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-H1 and Sony a7 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.
Fujifilm X-H1 weighs 673 gr (equal to 1.48 lb) which is 42% heavier than Sony a7 and its 474 gr (or 1.04 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-H1 | 673 gr 1.48 lb |
Sony a7 | 474 gr 1.04 lb |
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony a7 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-H1 and Sony a7, 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-H1 |
Sony a7 |
Name | Fujifilm X-H1 | Sony a7 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Sony a7 |
Release Year | 2018 | 2013 |
Release Date | 2018-02-15 | 2013-10-16 |
MSRP | 1899 USD | 1699 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Sony a7 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Sony a7 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor Pro | Bionz X |
Image |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Sony a7 |
ISO Range | 200 - 12800 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 10 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 5 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Sony a7 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 325 | 117 |
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-H1 |
Sony a7 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1230000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | Xtra Fine LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.13× (0.75× 35mm equiv.) | 0.71× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Sony a7 |
Frames per second | 14 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Sony a7 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Sony a7 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Sony a7 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.0) |
Yes Built-In ( with NFC and wireless control via PlayMemories Mobile app) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone or wired remote) | Yes (wired) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Sony a7 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery and charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 310 shots | 340 shots |
Width | 140 mm | 127 mm |
Height | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Depth | 86 mm | 48 mm |
Weight | 673 gram | 474 gram |