Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
- Announced February 2013
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Released August 2013
- Earlier Model is Sony NEX-5R
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Below, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Sony NEX-5T, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
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Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-E1 grades vs the NEX-5T in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E1 & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Sony NEX-5T
| Fujifilm X-E1 | NEX-5T |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Fujifilm X-E1
| NEX-5T | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies | ||
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony NEX-5T
| Fujifilm X-E1 | NEX-5T | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2013 |  | August 2013 | Same age |
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus |
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E1 features outside measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5T has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Sony NEX-5T in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 against the NEX-5T.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and NEX-5T is 85 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E1 and NEX-5T.
As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images although you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E1 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-E1 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2013-02-28 | 2013-08-27 |
| Physical type | 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 dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 99 |
| Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Number of lenses | 54 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 460k dots | 922k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 350 grams (0.77 pounds) | 276 grams (0.61 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 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 | 350 photos | 330 photos |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | W126 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $600 | $400 |