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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony a5100

Portability
86
Imaging
70
Features
84
Overall
75
Fujifilm X-A7 front
 
Sony Alpha a5100 front
Portability
89
Imaging
66
Features
74
Overall
69

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony a5100 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.5" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 320g - 119 x 68 x 41mm
  • Revealed September 2019
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A5
Sony a5100
(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
  • Announced August 2014
  • Replaced the Sony a5000
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony a5100 Overview

Here is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm X-A7 versus Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and the a5100 (24MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was revealed 5 years later than the a5100 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A7 matches up vs the a5100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A7 over the Sony a5100

 Fujifilm X-A7 a5100 
AnnouncedSeptember 2019August 2014Fresher by 62 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen size3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution2760k922kCrisper screen (+1838k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Sony a5100 over the Fujifilm X-A7

 a5100 Fujifilm X-A7 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Sony a5100

 Fujifilm X-A7 a5100 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony a5100 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A7 has external measurements of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Sony a5100 has sizing of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 and the a5100.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony a5100 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A7 and a5100 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony a5100 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony a5100 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The visual here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A7 and a5100.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files although you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm X-A7 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony a5100 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony a5100 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony a5100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-A7
Portrait photography with Sony a5100
82
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
72
focusing manually
decent megapixels (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detection focusing
exports RAW files
external flash not possible
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-A7
Street photography with Sony a5100
80
screen articulates fully
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
offers touch to focus
does not have image stabilization
82
screen tilts
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
boasts focus via touch
good high ISO (25,600)
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 Sports photography advice
Sony a5100 Sports photography advice
72
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
good battery pack (440 shots)
sensor has phase detect AF
very slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
68
decent megapixels (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
great battery power (400 shots)
sensor has phase detect AF
slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 Travel photography features
Sony a5100 Travel photography features
88
good battery pack (440 shots)
connects via bluetooth
offers touch to focus
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
80
great battery power (400 CIPA)
boasts focus via touch
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
has built in flash
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 Landscape photography factors
Sony a5100 Landscape photography factors
80
you can focus manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
big screen (3.5")
megapixel count decent (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
good battery pack (440 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
79
focusing manually
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW files
great battery power (400 per charge)
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 Vlogging details
Sony a5100 Vlogging details
81
selfie friendly display
touchscreen
provides face detect focusing
great video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes microphone jack
does not have image stabilization
34
touchscreen enabled
includes face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
no external mic jack
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony a5100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A7 and Sony a5100
 Fujifilm X-A7Sony Alpha a5100
General Information
Make FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-A7 Sony Alpha a5100
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2019-09-11 2014-08-17
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.7mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 24MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 12800 25600
Max boosted ISO 25600 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
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
Number of focus points 425 179
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Sony E
Number of lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Tilting
Screen size 3.5" 3"
Resolution of screen 2,760 thousand dot 922 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Highest silent shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shooting speed 6.0 frames per sec 6.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.00 m (at ISO 100) 4.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings Auto, forced, slow synchro, 2nd curtain, commander, suppressed) Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (120p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic input
Headphone input
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 320 grams (0.71 lb) 283 grams (0.62 lb)
Physical dimensions 119 x 68 x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 80
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.8
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.7
DXO Low light score not tested 1347
Other
Battery life 440 images 400 images
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S NP-FW50
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot))
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $700 $448