• APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 24.3 megapixels
  • 35.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 35mm 861.6mm2
  • 50.1 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 32,000

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Differences

Fujifilm X100F advantages over Sony A1

  • Less expensive
    $899 vs $6498
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Integrated ND filter
    Yes vs No
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Thinner
    52 mm vs 80 mm
    Thinner
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/2000 vs 1/400 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • Lighter weight
    469g vs 737g
    Lighter weight
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré

Sony A1 advantages over Fujifilm X100F

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    No vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Longer video battery life
    150 vs 60 minutes
    Capture more video
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 530 vs 390 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Newer
    3 years vs 7 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • More viewfinder magnification
    0.90x vs 0.50x
    Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
  • More pixels
    50.1 vs 24.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    30.0 fps vs 8.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    165 vs 49 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Faster RAW shooting
    20.0 fps vs 8.0 fps
    Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
  • Bigger RAW buffer
    155 vs 30 shots
    Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    102400 vs 51200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Both provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera

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Compared to Fujifilm X100S

Fujifilm X100F
Fujifilm X100S
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Fast startup
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $1099
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm X100F vs Fujifilm X100S

Sony A1
Fujifilm X100S
  • $6499
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1099
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Sony A1 vs Fujifilm X100S

Compared to Fujifilm X100T

Fujifilm X100F
Fujifilm X100T
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm X100F vs Fujifilm X100T

Sony A1
Fujifilm X100T
  • $6499
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Sony A1 vs Fujifilm X100T

Compared to Fujifilm X100V

Fujifilm X100F
Fujifilm X100V
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Longer video battery life
  • $1399
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Touchscreen

Compare Fujifilm X100F vs Fujifilm X100V

Sony A1
Fujifilm X100V
  • $6499
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $1399
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Sony A1 vs Fujifilm X100V

Compared to Canon R5

Fujifilm X100F
Canon R5
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $3549
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X100F vs Canon R5

Sony A1
Canon R5
  • $6499
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • NFC
  • $3549
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Sony A1 vs Canon R5

Compared to Nikon Z7 II

Fujifilm X100F
Nikon Z7 II
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $2730
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X100F vs Nikon Z7 II

Sony A1
Nikon Z7 II
  • $6499
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • NFC
  • $2730
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Top deck display

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