Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony NEX-5N
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony NEX-5N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Introduced October 2011
- Superseded the Sony NEX-5
- Later Model is Sony NEX-5R
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Following is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony NEX-5N, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and NEX-5N (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8100fd (1/2.3") and NEX-5N (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Fujifilm S8100fd was manufactured 3 years earlier than the NEX-5N which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8100fd being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm S8100fd matches up vs the NEX-5N in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd and Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery and Sony NEX-5N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Sony NEX-5N
| Fujifilm S8100fd | NEX-5N |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5N over the Fujifilm S8100fd
| NEX-5N | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | October 2011 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 33 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Sony NEX-5N
| Fujifilm S8100fd | NEX-5N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen |
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony NEX-5N Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8100fd provides outside measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5N has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony NEX-5N in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd and the NEX-5N.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8100fd and NEX-5N is 75 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony NEX-5N Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8100fd and NEX-5N.
Clearly, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm S8100fd because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony NEX-5N will result in more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8100fd will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony NEX-5N Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Sony Alpha NEX-5N | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Sony Alpha NEX-5N |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2011-10-03 |
| Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | - |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Available lenses | - | 121 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) | 12.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | - | AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 405 gr (0.89 pounds) | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 77 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1079 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 460 shots |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $300 | $550 |
