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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a5100

Portability
85
Imaging
68
Features
78
Overall
72
Fujifilm X-E3 front
 
Sony Alpha a5100 front
Portability
89
Imaging
65
Features
74
Overall
68

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a5100 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
  • Introduced September 2017
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
  • New Model is Fujifilm X-E4
Sony a5100
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 283g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
  • Introduced August 2014
  • Previous Model is Sony a5000
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a5100 Overview

The following is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and the a5100 (24MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was brought out 3 years after the a5100 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-E3 scores against the a5100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Sony a5100

 Fujifilm X-E3 a5100 
IntroducedSeptember 2017August 2014Newer by 38 months
Screen resolution1040k922kSharper screen (+118k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony a5100 over the Fujifilm X-E3

 a5100 Fujifilm X-E3 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony a5100

 Fujifilm X-E3 a5100 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a5100 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E3 features outer measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Sony a5100 has sizing of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a5100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 compared to the a5100.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a5100 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E3 and a5100 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a5100 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a5100 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E3 and a5100.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images however you really should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm X-E3 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a5100 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a5100 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a5100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Portrait photography advice
Sony a5100 Portrait photography advice
80
you can focus manually
good resolution (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detect focus
saves RAW files
72
has manual focus
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
can't use external flash
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Street photography highlights
Sony a5100 Street photography highlights
72
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
boasts touch focus
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
82
has a tilting screen
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
supports touch focus
very good high ISO (25,600)
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Sports photography factors
Sony a5100 Sports photography factors
75
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
good resolution (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
sensor has phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
68
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
good battery life (400 shots)
supports phase detect autofocus
slow frames per second (6.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Travel photography highlights
Sony a5100 Travel photography highlights
77
has bluetooth
boasts touch focus
good resolution (24 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
80
good battery life (400 CIPA)
supports touch focus
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
screen isn't selfie friendly
Photography Glossary

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-E3
Landscape photography with Sony a5100
79
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
good resolution (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
saves RAW files
does not have image stabilization
79
has manual focus
change lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
very good high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW files
good battery life (400 shots)
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Vlogging advice
Sony a5100 Vlogging advice
37
touchscreen
supports face detect focus
great video quality (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes microphone support
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
34
touch screen
supports face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
missing external mic port
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a5100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony a5100
 Fujifilm X-E3Sony Alpha a5100
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-E3 Sony Alpha a5100
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2017-09-07 2014-08-17
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor III Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 24MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 12800 25600
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW files
Min enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 325 179
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Sony E
Number of lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 1,040k dot 922k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter speed 14.0fps 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 4.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings no built-in flash Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (120p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 337 gr (0.74 lb) 283 gr (0.62 lb)
Dimensions 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 80
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.8
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.7
DXO Low light score not tested 1347
Other
Battery life 350 images 400 images
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S NP-FW50
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot))
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Price at release $700 $448