Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon D7100

In this article, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Nikon D7100, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and the D7100 (24MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was launched 4 years later than the D7100 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-A5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D7100 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up versus the D7100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A5 & Nikon D7100. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Nikon D7100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A5 provides outer measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Nikon D7100 has dimensions of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") having a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 and the D7100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A5 and D7100 is 86 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The visual below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A5 and D7100.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm X-A5 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.