Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-5R

The following is a detailed review of the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony NEX-5R, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was brought out 16 months after the NEX-5R making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores vs the NEX-5R when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A1 features external dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5R has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony NEX-5R in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 versus the NEX-5R.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and NEX-5R is 87 and 89 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A1 and NEX-5R.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer Fujifilm X-A1 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.