Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-5T
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79 Overall
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed August 2016
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-A2
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Revealed August 2013
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-5R

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-5T, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-A3 was manufactured 3 years later than the NEX-5T and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A3 grades vs the NEX-5T when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A3 & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Sony NEX-5T
Fujifilm X-A3 | NEX-5T | |||
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Revealed | August 2016 | ![]() | August 2013 | More recent by 37 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Sharper display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Fujifilm X-A3
NEX-5T | Fujifilm X-A3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony NEX-5T
Fujifilm X-A3 | NEX-5T | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A3 has outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5T has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-5T in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 and the NEX-5T.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A3 and NEX-5T is 86 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The visual here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A3 and NEX-5T.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Fujifilm X-A3 to render extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A3 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Fujifilm X-A3 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A3 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2016-08-25 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 77 | 99 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 339g (0.75 pounds) | 276g (0.61 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 330 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $480 | $400 |