Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-5

Below, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Sony NEX-5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and NEX-5 (14MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was introduced 6 years after the NEX-5 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores vs the NEX-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony Alpha NEX-5. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A3 comes with outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5 has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Sony NEX-5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 versus the NEX-5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A3 and NEX-5 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A3 and NEX-5.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-A3 to give you more detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A3 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.