Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Sony a7R IV
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Sony a7R IV. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-Pro1 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a7R IV is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-Pro1 were released 2012 and Sony a7R IV was released 2019. That is a 7 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | 2012 |
Sony a7R IV | 2019 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a7R 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-Pro1 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a7R 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-Pro1 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a7R IV has 61 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
16 MP
15980544 pixels 4896 x 3264 |
Sony a7R IV |
61 MP
60217344 pixels 9504 x 6336 |
Sony a7R IV has a 277 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-Pro1. 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 a7R IV has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-Pro1. Sony a7R IV has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 32000 while Fujifilm X-Pro1 has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | 200-6400 |
Sony a7R IV | 100-32000 |
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-Pro1
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a7R IV
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-Pro1 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Sony a7R IV can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | 6 |
Sony a7R 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-Pro1 and Sony a7R 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 a7R IV weighs 665 gr (equal to 1.47 lb) which is 48% heavier than Fujifilm X-Pro1 and its 450 gr (or 0.99 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | 450 gr 0.99 lb |
Sony a7R IV | 665 gr 1.47 lb |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Sony a7R IV Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Sony a7R 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-Pro1 |
Sony a7R IV |
Name | Fujifilm X-Pro1 | Sony a7R IV |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Sony a7R IV |
Release Year | 2012 | 2019 |
Release Date | 2012-01-09 | 2019-07-16 |
MSRP | N/A | 3499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Sony a7R IV |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Sony a7R 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 | 9504 x 6336 pixels |
Megapixels | 16 MP | 61 MP |
Image Processor | EXR Pro | Bionz X |
Image |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Sony a7R IV |
ISO Range | 200 - 6400 | 100 - 32000 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 9 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 5.5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Sony a7R 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 | 567 |
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-Pro1 |
Sony a7R IV |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1230000 | 1440000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.37× (0.25× 35mm equiv.) | 0.78x |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 5760000 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Sony a7R 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 | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
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-Pro1 |
Sony a7R IV |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 XAVC-S |
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-Pro1 |
Sony a7R IV |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Sony a7R IV |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth 4.1 + NFC) |
Remote Control | No | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Sony a7R IV |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger
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NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 300 shots | 670 shots |
Width | 140 mm | 129 mm |
Height | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Depth | 43 mm | 78 mm |
Weight | 450 gram | 665 gram |