Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-5T

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-5T, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and NEX-5T (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was launched 5 years after the NEX-5T which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R matches up against the NEX-5T with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm GFX 50R & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50R has got outer dimensions of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5T has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-5T in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs the NEX-5T.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and NEX-5T is 59 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and NEX-5T.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50R featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will render greater detail utilizing its extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm GFX 50R will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.