Fujifilm X-T X-T5 Black 2022
Sony Alpha a1 Black 2021
What Buyers Say
Fujifilm X-T X-T5 Black 2022
The Fujifilm X-T5 is widely praised for its excellent image quality, classic design, and improved autofocus and battery life over previous models. Many users appreciate the tactile dials, film simulations, and compact size, making it a joy for stills photography. However, some users report significant issues with autofocus reliability, especially after firmware updates, and a few complain about the lack of an included charger and bundled package pricing.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Classic tactile dials
- Improved autofocus
- Better battery life
- Compact and lightweight
Cons
- Autofocus reliability issues
- No charger included
- Expensive bundles
- Firmware update problems
- No paper manual
Sony Alpha a1 Black 2021
The Sony Alpha 1 is overwhelmingly praised as a revolutionary hybrid camera, with users highlighting its exceptional autofocus, high-resolution stills, and impressive 8K video capabilities. Many reviewers call it the best camera they've ever owned, particularly for wildlife and sports photography. However, a few significant issues are noted, including firmware updates that break Wi-Fi/Bluetooth and reject third-party batteries, plus a rare but serious EVF failure in direct sunlight. Despite the high price, most feel it delivers exceptional value for professionals.
Pros
- Exceptional autofocus
- High-resolution 50MP sensor
- Impressive 8K video quality
- Fast 30fps burst shooting
- Excellent for wildlife and sports
Cons
- Firmware updates break Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
- Non-Sony batteries rejected after update
- EVF fails in direct sunlight
- High price
- Back screen quality mediocre
Scores
Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T X-T5 | Sony Alpha a1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | X-Trans CMOS 5 HR BSI | Stacked CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 40.20000076293945 MP | 50.099998474121094 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 125 | 100★ |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 | BIONZ XR |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 425 | Phase Detection: 759Contrast Detection: 425 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 15 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | 20 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/180000 | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6K | 8K★ |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps | 240 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.264, H.265 | H.265/XAVC HS, H.264/XAVC S-I, H.264/XAVC S |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots | 9.4M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.48 kg★ | 0.65 kg |
| Battery Life | 580 shots★ | 430 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Fujifilm X-T X-T5 Black 2022
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sensor (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
Sony Alpha a1 Black 2021
- Strong evf (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Fujifilm X-T X-T5 Black 2022
Sony Alpha a1 Black 2021
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 0 of 10 usage categories and 8 of 33 specs.
