Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony a55

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sony a55. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-T1 IR is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a55 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T1 IR has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a55 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

** 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-T1 IR has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a55 has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Sony a55 has a 0 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-T1 IR. 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 a55 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-T1 IR. Sony a55 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-T1 IR has 200 to 6400.

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-T1 IR
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a55

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T1 IR can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Sony a55 can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

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

In this case, both Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sony a55 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 a55 weighs 500 gr (equal to 1.1 lb) which is 14% heavier than Fujifilm X-T1 IR and its 440 gr (or 0.97 lb).

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony a55 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sony a55, 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-T1 IR	Sony a55
Name	Fujifilm X-T1 IR	Sony a55
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Sony
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-T1 IR	Sony a55
Release Year	2015	2010
Release Date	2015-08-03	2010-08-24
MSRP	1699 USD	749 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-T1 IR	Sony a55
Camera Type	Mirrorless	SLT
Sensor	Fujifilm X-T1 IR	Sony a55
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type	CMOS	CMOS
Resolution	4896 x 3264 pixels	4912 x 3264 pixels
Megapixels	16 MP	16 MP
Image Processor	EXR Processor II	Bionz
Image	Fujifilm X-T1 IR	Sony a55
ISO Range	200 - 6400	100 - 12800
White Balance Presets	8	6
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	No	Yes (Sensor-Shift)
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	0 stops	0 stops
Uncompressed format	RAW	RAW
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm X-T1 IR	Sony a55
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	N/A	15
Lens Mount	Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses	Sony A 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	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
Screen & Viewfinder	Fujifilm X-T1 IR	Sony a55
Articulated LCD	Tilting	Fully articulated
Screen size	3”	3”
Screen dots	1040000	921000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	TFT LCD (RGBW)	N/A
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Electronic	Electronic
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	1.16× (0.77× 35mm equiv.)	1.1× (0.73× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-T1 IR	Sony a55
Frames per second	8 fps	10 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	8 meters	10 meters
External Flash	No	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	No
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot	Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-T1 IR	Sony a55
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	H.264	MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD
Video resolution	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080	1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone	Yes	Yes
Built-in Speakers	Yes	No
Storage	Fujifilm X-T1 IR	Sony a55
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-T1 IR	Sony a55
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (Geotagging / Wireless communication (Image transfer) / View & Obtain Images / Remote camer	Yes Eye-Fi Connected
Remote Control	Optional through RR-90 (remote release, not included)	Yes (Optional)
GPS	Yes Optional via Smartphone	Yes Built-in
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-T1 IR	Sony a55
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126	Rechargeable NP-FW50 battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	350 shots	380 shots
Width	129 mm	124 mm
Height	90 mm	92 mm
Depth	47 mm	85 mm
Weight	440 gram	500 gram