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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N

Portability
85
Imaging
58
Features
55
Overall
56
Fujifilm X-E1 front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-5N front
Portability
89
Imaging
57
Features
69
Overall
61

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
  • Released February 2013
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-E2
Sony NEX-5N
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 269g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
  • Released October 2011
  • Succeeded the Sony NEX-5
  • Replacement is Sony NEX-5R
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was introduced 18 months later than the NEX-5N making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E1 scores versus the NEX-5N with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Sony NEX-5N

 Fujifilm X-E1 NEX-5N 
ReleasedFebruary 2013October 2011Fresher by 18 months

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5N over the Fujifilm X-E1

 NEX-5N Fujifilm X-E1 
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display dimensions3"2.8"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution920k460kCrisper display (+460k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony NEX-5N

 Fujifilm X-E1 NEX-5N 
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E1 enjoys physical dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5N has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 compared to the NEX-5N.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and NEX-5N is 85 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E1 and NEX-5N.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of images but you need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The newer Fujifilm X-E1 will have an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Portrait photography factors
Sony NEX-5N Portrait photography factors
74
you can focus manually
good resolution (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
74
focusing manually
megapixel count decent (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detection focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 as a Street photography camera
Sony NEX-5N as a Street photography camera
66
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
80
has a tilting screen
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
includes touch focus
good high ISO (25,600)
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Sports photography details
Sony NEX-5N Sports photography details
49
good resolution (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
lacks phase detect AF
58
megapixel count decent (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
better than average battery pack (460 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Travel photography advice
Sony NEX-5N Travel photography advice
65
good resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
71
better than average battery pack (460 CIPA)
includes touch focus
megapixel count decent (16MP)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Landscape photography features
Sony NEX-5N Landscape photography features
69
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (2.8 inches)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse function
71
focusing manually
change lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
good high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
better than average battery pack (460 shots)
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Vlogging details
Sony NEX-5N Vlogging details
32
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
comes with mic jack
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
33
touchscreen capability
includes face detection focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony NEX-5N
 Fujifilm X-E1Sony Alpha NEX-5N
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-E1 Sony Alpha NEX-5N
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2013-02-28 2011-10-03
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS I CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4896 x 3264 4912 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 6400 25600
Maximum enhanced ISO 25600 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 25
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Sony E
Number of lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 2.8 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 460 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 6.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 12.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180 secs 1/160 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 AVCHD
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
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) 269g (0.59 pounds)
Physical dimensions 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 77
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.6
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.7
DXO Low light rating not tested 1079
Other
Battery life 350 shots 460 shots
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID W126 NPFW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images))
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $600 $550