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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-5T

Portability
85
Imaging
58
Features
73
Overall
64
Fujifilm X-E2 front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-5T front
Portability
89
Imaging
57
Features
79
Overall
65

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Launched March 2014
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-E1
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-E2S
Sony NEX-5T
(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
  • Revealed August 2013
  • Superseded the Sony NEX-5R
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-5T Overview

Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony NEX-5T, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was manufactured 7 months later than the NEX-5T which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades vs the NEX-5T when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Sony NEX-5T

 Fujifilm X-E2 NEX-5T 
RevealedMarch 2014August 2013More recent by 7 months
Screen resolution1040k922kClearer screen (+118k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Fujifilm X-E2

 NEX-5T Fujifilm X-E2 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony NEX-5T

 Fujifilm X-E2 NEX-5T 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen size

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E2 enjoys external dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5T has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony NEX-5T in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 and the NEX-5T.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-5T size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2 and NEX-5T is 85 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-5T top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2 and NEX-5T.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The newer Fujifilm X-E2 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-5T sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Portrait photography details
Sony NEX-5T Portrait photography details
74
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
74
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detect focus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Street photography details
Sony NEX-5T Street photography details
66
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
80
has a tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
includes touch focus
good high ISO (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Sports photography features
Sony NEX-5T Sports photography features
69
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with tracking focus
supports phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
68
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
has phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 as a Travel photography camera
Sony NEX-5T as a Travel photography camera
72
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
77
includes touch focus
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
screen is selfie friendly
no Timelapse mode
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Landscape photography information
Sony NEX-5T Landscape photography information
74
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
70
manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Vlogging factors
Sony NEX-5T Vlogging factors
34
comes with face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
comes with mic socket
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
73
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen
supports face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does not have image stabilization
no microphone jack
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony NEX-5T
 Fujifilm X-E2Sony Alpha NEX-5T
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-E2 Sony Alpha NEX-5T
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2014-03-05 2013-08-27
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor II Bionz
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 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
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 49 99
Cross type focus points - 25
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Sony E
Available lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 922k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 7.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) 7.00 m (ISO100)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/180 secs 1/160 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
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 lb) 276g (0.61 lb)
Dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (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 images 330 images
Style of battery 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 recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $450 $400