Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N Key Specs
(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
(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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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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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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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Sony NEX-5N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Sony NEX-5N
| Fujifilm X-E1 | NEX-5N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2013 |  | October 2011 | Fresher by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5N over the Fujifilm X-E1
| NEX-5N | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper 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).
Compare the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.
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 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.
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5N Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E1 | Sony 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 | ||
| Powered by | EXR Pro | Bionz |
| 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 |