Fujifilm X-T4vs A7
Fujifilm
Fujifilm X-T4 (2020)
Starting from £999 new
Best for Hybrid shooters & enthusiasts
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GearScore™ Verdict — 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.
Camera History & Full-Frame Introduction — A7 (2013): The camera that changed photography — the world's first compact full-frame mirrorless, the A7 launched a product family that redefined what was possible.
Who should buy what
Fujifilm X-T4 (2020)
- Hybrid photographers who want IBIS and 4K video in the X-T body style
- X-T3 owners who want in-body stabilisation and a fully articulating screen
- Fujifilm shooters who need a capable video body alongside stills
- Anyone who wants a well-rounded X-T camera at a now very competitive price
A7 (2013)
- Photographers interested in the camera that launched the full-frame mirrorless era
- Budget-conscious buyers who want to experience full-frame image quality at minimal cost
- Sony FE system users who want the original A7 for sentimental or historical value
- Those adapting vintage lenses who want full-frame with phase-detect AF at low cost
Quick take: The fujifilm x-t4 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the a7 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) | A7 (2013) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £999 | £299 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 24.3MP Full-Frame CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.3MP |
| Video | 4K/60p, 1080p/240p, F-Log | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | 117 phase-detect + 25 contrast-detect AF points |
| Stabilisation | 6.5-stop IBIS | None |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical / 30fps electronic | 5fps |
| Battery Life | 600 shots (CIPA) | ~340 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 607g body only | 474g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 134.6 × 92.8 × 63.8mm | 126.9 × 94.4 × 48.2mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | 0.5" OLED EVF, 3.69M dots, 100fps | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.71× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fixed LCD, 1.23M dots (no tilt, no touch) |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Fujifilm X-T4 | A7 |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Landscape |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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