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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-6

Portability
87
Imaging
58
Features
61
Overall
59
Fujifilm X-A1 front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-6 front
Portability
85
Imaging
58
Features
76
Overall
65

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-6 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
  • Revealed November 2013
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-A2
Sony NEX-6
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 345g - 120 x 67 x 43mm
  • Released March 2013
  • Later Model is Sony A6000
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-6 Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-6, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was announced 9 months later than the NEX-6 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A1 grades against the NEX-6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Sony NEX-6

 Fujifilm X-A1 NEX-6 
ReleasedNovember 2013March 2013Fresher by 9 months

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-6 over the Fujifilm X-A1

 NEX-6 Fujifilm X-A1 
Screen resolution921k920kClearer screen (+1k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony NEX-6

 Fujifilm X-A1 NEX-6 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen sizing
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-6 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A1 has got physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony NEX-6 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 versus the NEX-6.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-6 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A1 and NEX-6 is 87 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-6 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-6 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A1 and NEX-6.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images but you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher Fujifilm X-A1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-6 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-6 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony NEX-6 as a Portrait photography camera
74
you can focus manually
good megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports face detect autofocus
exports RAW formats
74
focusing manually
good resolution (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detection focus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Street photography advice
Sony NEX-6 Street photography advice
76
screen tilts
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no image stabilization
78
tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than competitors in class (345 grams)
great ISO range (25,600)
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Sports photography info
Sony NEX-6 Sports photography info
54
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
does not have phase detect autofocus
66
good resolution (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 as a Travel photography camera
Sony NEX-6 as a Travel photography camera
66
good megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
75
lighter than competitors in class (345 grams)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Landscape photography factors
Sony NEX-6 Landscape photography factors
69
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse function
75
focusing manually
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
great ISO range (25,600)
supports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Vlogging highlights
Sony NEX-6 Vlogging highlights
31
supports face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
does not have mic socket
32
provides face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors in class (345g)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have external microphone support
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony NEX-6
 Fujifilm X-A1Sony Alpha NEX-6
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-A1 Sony Alpha NEX-6
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2013-11-30 2013-03-25
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II Bionz
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4896 x 3264 4912 x 3264
Max native ISO 6400 25600
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 49 99
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Sony E
Number of lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Tilting
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 920 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech TFT LCD Xtra Fine LCD with Tilt Up 90� and Down 45�
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.73x
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 6.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 7.00 m (ISO200m) 6.00 m
Flash options Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/180s 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 330 grams (0.73 pounds) 345 grams (0.76 pounds)
Physical dimensions 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") 120 x 67 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 78
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.7
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.1
DXO Low light score not tested 1018
Other
Battery life 350 photographs 360 photographs
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 NPFW50
Self timer Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images))
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Type of storage SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Retail pricing $329 $365