Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony a5100
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony a5100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Released November 2013
- Updated by Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 283g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Announced August 2014
- Older Model is Sony a5000

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony a5100 Overview
Here is a extended review of the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and a5100 (24MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-A1 was launched 8 months before the a5100 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-A1 grades vs the a5100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony a5100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 & Sony Alpha a5100. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Sony a5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Sony a5100
Fujifilm X-A1 | a5100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a5100 over the Fujifilm X-A1
a5100 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
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Announced | August 2014 | ![]() | November 2013 | Fresher by 8 months |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+2k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony a5100
Fujifilm X-A1 | a5100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony a5100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A1 has physical measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony a5100 has dimensions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony a5100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 and the a5100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A1 and a5100 is 87 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony a5100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A1 and a5100.
As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony a5100 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-A1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony a5100 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A1 | Sony Alpha a5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-A1 | Sony Alpha a5100 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-11-30 | 2014-08-17 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 179 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (120p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330 gr (0.73 pounds) | 283 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 400 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $329 | $448 |