Sony a99 vs Fujifilm X-H1
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a99 and Fujifilm X-H1. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony a99 is manufacturered by Sony but Fujifilm X-H1 is from Fujifilm. Both Sony and Fujifilm are well known brands though.
Sony a99 were released 2012 and Fujifilm X-H1 was released 2018. That is a 6 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a99 | 2012 |
Fujifilm X-H1 | 2018 |
Type of camera
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony a99 has a "Sony Full Frame"-sensor while Fujifilm X-H1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-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 ** |
Sony a99 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Fujifilm X-H1 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** 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. Sony a99 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-H1 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a99 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Sony a99 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-H1. Sony a99 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm X-H1 has 200 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a99 | 100-25600 |
Fujifilm X-H1 | 200-12800 |
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 Sony a99
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-H1
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a99 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm X-H1 can shoot up to 14 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a99 | 6 |
Fujifilm X-H1 | 14 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony a99 and Fujifilm X-H1 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 a99 weighs 812 gr (equal to 1.79 lb) which is 21% heavier than Fujifilm X-H1 and its 673 gr (or 1.48 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a99 | 812 gr 1.79 lb |
Fujifilm X-H1 | 673 gr 1.48 lb |
Sony a99 vs Fujifilm X-H1 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a99 and Fujifilm X-H1, 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 |
Sony a99 |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Name | Sony a99 | Fujifilm X-H1 |
Manufacturer | Sony | Fujifilm |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a99 |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Release Year | 2012 | 2018 |
Release Date | 2012-09-12 | 2018-02-15 |
MSRP | 2799 USD | 1899 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a99 |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Camera Type | SLT | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Sony a99 |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz | X-Processor Pro |
Image |
Sony a99 |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 200 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 7 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a99 |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 19 | 325 |
Lens Mount |
Sony A See Compatible Lenses |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 |
Sony a99 |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1229000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.71× | 1.13× (0.75× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Sony a99 |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Frames per second | 6 fps | 14 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 | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a99 |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony a99 |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony a99 |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.0) |
Remote Control | Yes (Wired or Wireless (Optional)) | Yes (via smartphone or wired remote) |
GPS |
Yes Built-in |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a99 |
Fujifilm X-H1 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion NP-FM500H rechargeable battery & charger
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NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
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Battery Life (CIPA) | 500 shots | 310 shots |
Width | 147 mm | 140 mm |
Height | 111 mm | 97 mm |
Depth | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Weight | 812 gram | 673 gram |