Fujifilm
X-H2
40MP APS-C hybrid with 8K video and pro stills resolution.
$1,999
Released Sep 2022
Sony
Alpha 7 IV
33MP hybrid all-rounder with 10-bit 4K 60p and AI-powered subject tracking.
$2,499
Released Oct 2021
X-H2 is 11 months newer.
Wins
X-H2
Wins
Alpha 7 IV
3 categories tied
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher RAW buffer depth (828 frames vs 202 frames)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
- AX-H2 has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 10 fps)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 425)
- AX-H2 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 3,686,400)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-H2
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 × 80 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
X-H2 is 4mm shorter than Alpha 7 IV but it is also 5mm wider and 5mm thicker.
X-H2 is 2 g heavier than Alpha 7 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2 · 80mm Alpha 7 IV
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Alpha 7 IV
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H2
Fujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
Alpha 7 IV
✓ 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-H2
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.3, 92.9, 84.6
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SDXC V90
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Train
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X-H2 supports it
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,686,400 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 IV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131.3, 96.4, 79.8
RAW buffer depth
828 frames vs 202 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
AA filter
Only Alpha 7 IV supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Insect, Car/Train
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A
AF points / zones
759 vs 425 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X-H2
Pros
- ✓40MP APS-C
- ✓8K video
- ✓IBIS
Cons
- –APS-C
- –Large files
- –Complex video modes
Alpha 7 IV
Pros
- ✓33MP — more detail for cropping and print
- ✓10-bit 4K 60p (Super35 crop) / 4K 30p full-frame
- ✓Full-size HDMI port
- ✓759 phase-detect AF points
Cons
- –4K 60p requires Super35 crop
- –10fps burst lags behind R6 II at 40fps
- –Complex menu system
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X-H2 or Alpha 7 IV?
X-H2 scores 8.5/10 versus 6.0/10 for Alpha 7 IV — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2 and Alpha 7 IV?
X-H2 is 40.2 MP and Alpha 7 IV is 33 MP, so the X-H2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2 and Alpha 7 IV have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2 or the Alpha 7 IV?
X-H2 reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 7 IV reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2 and Alpha 7 IV?
X-H2 weighs 660 g and Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g, so the Alpha 7 IV is 2 g lighter.
Do the X-H2 and Alpha 7 IV record 4K video?
X-H2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X-H2 and Alpha 7 IV weather sealed?
X-H2: Yes. Alpha 7 IV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 540 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2 and 580 shots for the Alpha 7 IV, giving the Alpha 7 IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2 launched at $1,999 and Alpha 7 IV at $2,499. The X-H2 is $500 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Sony press materials.