Fujifilm X-Pro3vs OM System TG-7vs A7 IV
Fujifilm
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019)
From £1599
Best for Street, documentary & rangefinder enthusiasts
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OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
From £449
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
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Which should you buy?
Street, Documentary & Rangefinder Enthusiasts — Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019): The most opinionated camera Fujifilm makes — a hidden screen and hybrid OVF enforce deliberate photography, rewarding photographers who slow down.
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
Portrait & Wedding Photography — A7 IV (2021): The full-frame portrait benchmark — 33MP, AI Eye AF, and exceptional skin-tone rendering in a pro-grade hybrid body.
Who should buy what
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019)
- You shoot street or documentary photography and value a minimal shooting workflow
- You want a rangefinder experience with modern digital image quality
- You love Fujifilm film simulations and prioritise stills over video
OM System TG-7 (2023)
- You dive, surf, kayak, ski, or hike and need a camera that genuinely survives anything
- You want a waterproof backup or travel camera that doesn't require a separate housing
- You need a rugged compact for adventure, outdoor, and underwater activities
A7 IV (2021)
- You want a high-resolution full-frame all-rounder for portraits, weddings, or travel
- You're stepping up from APS-C or a DSLR and want the best all-round full-frame body under £3,000
- You shoot a mix of stills and video and need a single body that handles both seriously
- You want access to the widest lens ecosystem in the mirrorless market
Quick take: The a7 iv has the highest resolution at 33mp; the om system tg-7 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019) | OM System TG-7 (2023) | A7 IV (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,599 | £449 | £2,299 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 12MP BSI CMOS | 33MP Full-frame BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 12.0MP | 33.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 4K/60p oversampled, 10-bit internal, S-Log3, S-Cinetone |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | Hybrid phase/contrast AF | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | None (lens-based only) | Digital IS | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 11fps mechanical / 20fps electronic | 20fps | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 440 shots (CIPA) | 340 shots (CIPA) | ~580 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 497g body only | 253g | 659g body only |
| Dimensions | 140.5 × 82.8 × 46.1mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm | 131.3 × 96.4 × 79.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid OVF/EVF — 0.5" OLED, 3.69M dots | None | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.78× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" hidden sub-LCD (opens down only) | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-I | Dual slots: CFexpress Type A + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (3.2 Gen 2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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