Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony a5100
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony a5100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Announced January 2015
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-A1
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-A3
(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
- Launched August 2014
- Older Model is Sony a5000
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony a5100 Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and a5100 (24MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm X-A2 was released 5 months later than the a5100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-A2 grades vs the a5100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony a5100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony Alpha a5100. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Sony a5100
Fujifilm X-A2 | a5100 | |||
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Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony a5100 over the Fujifilm X-A2
a5100 | Fujifilm X-A2 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | 920k | Clearer screen (+2k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony a5100
Fujifilm X-A2 | a5100 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | August 2014 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony a5100 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A2 offers outer measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Sony a5100 has sizing of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony a5100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 against the a5100.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A2 and a5100 is 86 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony a5100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A2 and a5100.
As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony a5100 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively.
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony a5100 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A2 | Sony Alpha a5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A2 | Sony Alpha a5100 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2014-08-17 |
Body design | 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 measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface 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 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
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 sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.6fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (120p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350g (0.77 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 |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | 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 |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $370 | $448 |