Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony a5100

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).

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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.

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.

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.

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.