Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony NEX-5T

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony NEX-5T, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was introduced 17 months after the NEX-5T which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores vs the NEX-5T in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A2 enjoys outer dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5T has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony NEX-5T in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 and the NEX-5T.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and NEX-5T is 86 and 89 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A2 and NEX-5T.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of files but you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm X-A2 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.