Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony NEX-5N

On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony NEX-5N, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and NEX-5N (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-E3 was revealed 6 years after the NEX-5N which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades vs the NEX-5N with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery and Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E3 enjoys physical dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5N has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony NEX-5N in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 compared to the NEX-5N.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E3 and NEX-5N is 85 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The pic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E3 and NEX-5N.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm X-E3 to provide extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-E3 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.