Fujifilm X-T4vs Z50 IIvs Sony RX100 VII
Which should you buy?
Hybrid Shooters & Enthusiasts — Fujifilm X-T4 (2020): The X-T series reached hybrid maturity with the X-T4 — IBIS, 4K/60p, and Fujifilm colour science in the most complete X-T package.
All-Round Photography — Z50 II (2024): Nikon's updated APS-C body with 4K/60p, improved subject tracking, and a vari-angle screen — a solid all-rounder.
Travel & Versatility — Sony RX100 VII (2019): The most versatile compact camera ever made — 24-200mm zoom, 20fps burst, and 960fps slow-motion in a jacket pocket.
Who should buy what
Fujifilm X-T4 (2020)
- You want a capable hybrid camera for both stills and video shooting
- You're considering a mirrorless upgrade from a DSLR
- Note: the X-T5 offers better resolution for stills — consider it if video is secondary
Z50 II (2024)
- You want a capable APS-C camera for travel, street, or everyday shooting
- You want improved autofocus over older Nikon APS-C bodies like the Z50 or Zfc
- You want a compact Nikon mirrorless body that uses the full Z lens system
Sony RX100 VII (2019)
- You want serious image quality in a camera small enough to carry absolutely everywhere
- You shoot travel, events, or street photography and want something discreet but genuinely capable
- You need fast burst shooting and reliable autofocus in the most pocketable possible package
Quick take: The fujifilm x-t4 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the z50 ii is the most affordable; only the fujifilm x-t4 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Fujifilm X-T4 (2020) | Z50 II (2024) | Sony RX100 VII (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £999 | £899 | £1,099 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS | 20.1MP 1-inch Exmor RS BSI CMOS (stacked) |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.9MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 4K/60p, 1080p/240p, F-Log | 4K/60p uncropped, 1080p/120p, N-Log | 4K/30p HLG, FHD/960fps super slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | Phase-detect, 249 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) | 357-point phase-detect + 425 contrast, Eye AF, tracking |
| Stabilisation | 6.5-stop IBIS | None (no IBIS) | 3-stop Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical / 30fps electronic | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 20fps AF/AE tracking (90fps short burst) |
| Battery Life | 600 shots (CIPA) | ~330 shots (CIPA) | ~260 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 607g body only | 385g body only | 302g with battery and card |
| Dimensions | 134.6 × 92.8 × 63.8mm | 127.0 × 96.8 × 66.5mm | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No | No |
| Viewfinder | 0.5" OLED EVF, 3.69M dots, 100fps | EVF, 2.36M dots | Pop-up EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.59× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-mount | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC |
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