Fujifilm X-A10 vs Sony a5100
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Fujifilm X-A10 vs Sony a5100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 331g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Released December 2016
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 283g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Announced August 2014
- Earlier Model is Sony a5000

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Sony a5100 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-A10 vs Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A10 (16MP) and a5100 (24MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-A10 was unveiled 2 years later than the a5100 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A10 grades versus the a5100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Sony a5100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A10 & Sony Alpha a5100. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A10 Gallery & Sony a5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A10 over the Sony a5100
Fujifilm X-A10 | a5100 | |||
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Announced | December 2016 | ![]() | August 2014 | More recent by 28 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Clearer display (+118k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony a5100 over the Fujifilm X-A10
a5100 | Fujifilm X-A10 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A10 and Sony a5100
Fujifilm X-A10 | a5100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Fujifilm X-A10 vs Sony a5100 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A10 has physical measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony a5100 has sizing of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-A10 vs Sony a5100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A10 and the a5100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A10 and a5100 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Sony a5100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A10 and a5100.
Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony a5100 to render more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X-A10 vs Sony a5100 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A10 | Sony Alpha a5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A10 | Sony Alpha a5100 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2016-12-01 | 2014-08-17 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 area | 368.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 179 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p. 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p,24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (120p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | None1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 331g (0.73 pounds) | 283g (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | 400 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, smile, buddy, group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $499 | $448 |