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Sony A7R IV — full-frame · 2019
Sony

Sony A7R IV

full-frame · 2019

88
/ 100
From $3,499
VS
Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only wins by 3
Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only — APS-C · 2022
Fujifilm

Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only

APS-C · 2022

91
/ 100
From $1,999
Specdex verdict

Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sony A7R IV lands at 88 and Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only at 91. That puts Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Sony A7R IV if…

  • ✓Mature system, great used market
  • ✓Proven lens lineup
  • ✓Often on sale

Pick Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only

Compared on the photo sub-score

Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only leads on photo (91 vs 88).

Autofocus

Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only leads on autofocus (89 vs 84).

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only more score per dollar ($1,999 vs $3,499).

Sony A7R IV 88
vs
91 Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only

Score breakdown

Sony A7R IV
88
photo 88
video 80
autofocus 84
ergonomics 86
Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only
91
photo 91
video 87
autofocus 89
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Sony A7R IV versus Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only — full spec comparison
Spec Sony A7R IV Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only
Format
full-frame
APS-C
Release year
2019
2022

Sony A7R IV

Pros
  • +Mature system, great used market
  • +Proven lens lineup
  • +Often on sale
Cons
  • −Older AF system
  • −Heavier than modern mirrorless
  • −Firmware updates trailed off

Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Sony A7R IV vs Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only

Which is better, Sony A7R IV or Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only? +

Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only scores 91 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Sony A7R IV worth the price? +

At $3,499, Sony A7R IV delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in photo.

Is Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only worth the price? +

At $1,999, Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in photo.

Does Sony A7R IV or Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photo, Sony A7R IV or Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only? +

Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only — leads on photo (91 vs 88). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Sony A7R IV or Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only? +

Fujifilm X-H2 · Body only — leads on autofocus (89 vs 84). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.