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Kit comparison · 2025

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7 IV: which kit wins in 2025?

Full side-by-side comparison of camera specs, lens options, performance scores, and price — so you can stop second-guessing and start shooting.

Fujifilm X-T5 uses APS-C; Sony A7 IV uses Full-frameThe A7 IV kit comes with a prime lens (50mm); the X-T5 kit with a zoom (18-55mm)The X-T5 kit costs €500 less
The landscape master
Fujifilm X-T5
+ XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS
74/100
2,248
camera + lens
★ Overall winner
The professional all-rounder
Sony A7 IV
+ FE 50mm f/1.8
77/100
2,748
camera + lens
Camera body
Sensor
APS-C
Full-frame
Resolution
40MP
33MP
IBIS
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Weather seal
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Battery
580 shots
610 shots
Body weight
557g
658g
Released
2,022
2,021
Lens
Model
XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS
FE 50mm f/1.8
Focal range
18-55mm
50mm
Max aperture
f/2.8
f/1.8
Type
Zoom
Prime
Lens weight
310g
186g
Combined kit
Total weight
867g
844g
Total price
€2,248
€2,748
Tier
Enthusiast
Pro
Performance scores
Beginner-friendly
50
50
Travel
88
76
Portrait
86
92
Wildlife
70
80
Sports
72
82
Video
74
90
Value for money
78
72
Strengths
+40MP APS-C sensor — incredible detail
+IBIS
+Weather sealed
+Compact pro body with classic dials
+Versatile all-rounder
+Outstanding IBIS
+Dual card slots
+Professional features
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Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A7 IV: common questions

Which is better overall, the Fujifilm X-T5 or the Sony A7 IV?

Based on our scoring across 7 use-case dimensions, the Sony A7 IV edges ahead with an average score of 77/100 vs 74/100. Sony's strengths include: Versatile all-rounder and Outstanding IBIS.

Is the Sony A7 IV worth the extra cost over the Fujifilm X-T5?

The A7 IV kit costs €500 more than the X-T5 kit. The extra cost buys you: Versatile all-rounder and Outstanding IBIS. If those features matter for your shooting, the upgrade is justified.

Which is better for beginners, the Fujifilm X-T5 or Sony A7 IV?

For beginners, the Fujifilm X-T5 scores higher (50 vs 50 for beginner-friendliness). 40MP APS-C sensor — incredible detail.

Which has better video, the Fujifilm X-T5 or Sony A7 IV?

For video, the Sony A7 IV leads with a video score of 90/100. It has IBIS for smoother handheld footage. The flip screen also makes it ideal for solo filming.

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