Fujifilm
X-E4
Minimalist APS-C rangefinder-style body for street and travel.
$849
Released Jan 2021
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Released Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 3.8 years newer.
Wins
X-E4
Wins
Alpha 1 II
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 17 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,360,000)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-E4
121 × 73 × 33 mm
364 g (0.80 lb / 12.84 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
X-E4 is 15mm narrower, 24mm shorter, and 50mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
X-E4 is 379 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm X-E4 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
X-E4
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-E4
Fujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X-E4
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 121.3, 72.9, 32.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
364 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
IBIS effectiveness
8.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 17 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X-E4
Pros
- ✓Compact
- ✓Affordable
- ✓Film sims
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Minimal grip
- –No fully articulating screen
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, X-E4 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for X-E4 — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the X-E4 and Alpha 1 II?
X-E4 is 26.1 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-E4 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
X-E4 does not have IBIS, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-E4 or the Alpha 1 II?
X-E4 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-E4 and Alpha 1 II?
X-E4 weighs 364 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the X-E4 is 379 g lighter.
Do the X-E4 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
X-E4: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X-E4 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
X-E4: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 460 shots (CIPA) for the X-E4 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-E4 launched at $849 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The X-E4 is $5,650 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Sony press materials.