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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-5N

Portability
86
Imaging
72
Features
88
Overall
78
Fujifilm X-E4 front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-5N front
Portability
89
Imaging
56
Features
69
Overall
61

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-5N Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 364g - 121 x 73 x 33mm
  • Launched January 2021
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-E3
Sony NEX-5N
(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
  • Announced October 2011
  • Replaced the Sony NEX-5
  • New Model is Sony NEX-5R
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-5N Overview

Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-5N, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E4 (26MP) and NEX-5N (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E4 was introduced 9 years later than the NEX-5N and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E4 scores versus the NEX-5N when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E4 over the Sony NEX-5N

 Fujifilm X-E4 NEX-5N 
AnnouncedJanuary 2021October 2011Fresher by 114 months
Display resolution1620k920kClearer display (+700k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5N over the Fujifilm X-E4

 NEX-5N Fujifilm X-E4 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E4 and Sony NEX-5N

 Fujifilm X-E4 NEX-5N 
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display sizing
Touch display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-5N Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E4 enjoys exterior measurements of 121mm x 73mm x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") having a weight of 364 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5N has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E4 vs the NEX-5N.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-5N size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E4 and NEX-5N is 86 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-5N top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-5N Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E4 and NEX-5N.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-E4 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E4 will have an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-5N sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-5N Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-5N Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Portrait photography information
Sony NEX-5N Portrait photography information
83
has manual focus
excellent MP (26 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
offers face detection autofocus
exports RAW formats
73
has manual focus
decent MP (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-E4
Street photography with Sony NEX-5N
80
has a tilting screen
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
has touch focus
lack of image stabilization
80
screen tilts
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
includes focus via touch
above average high ISO (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Sports photography information
Sony NEX-5N Sports photography information
79
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
high fps (20.0 frames per second)
excellent MP (26 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
good battery power (380 CIPA)
has phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
58
decent MP (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
great battery life (460 shots)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-E4
Travel photography with Sony NEX-5N
88
good battery power (380 shots)
connects via bluetooth
has touch focus
excellent MP (26MP)
selfie friendly display
70
great battery life (460 shots)
includes focus via touch
decent MP (16 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Landscape photography advice
Sony NEX-5N Landscape photography advice
81
has manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
excellent MP (26MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
exports RAW formats
good battery power (380 per charge)
lack of image stabilization
71
has manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
above average high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
great battery life (460 shots)
does not have image stabilization
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 as a Vlogging camera
Sony NEX-5N as a Vlogging camera
82
selfie friendly display
has touchscreen
offers face detection autofocus
great video quality (4096 x 2160 resolution)
has external mic support
lack of image stabilization
33
touchscreen enabled
comes with face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
does not have microphone socket
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-5N Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E4 and Sony NEX-5N
 Fujifilm X-E4Sony Alpha NEX-5N
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-E4 Sony Alpha NEX-5N
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2021-01-27 2011-10-03
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Bionz
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 6240 x 4160 4912 x 3264
Highest native ISO 12800 25600
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 160 100
RAW images
Min enhanced ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 425 25
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Sony E
Total lenses 58 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 1,620 thousand dots 920 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech - Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 20.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 12.00 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest 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
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 AVCHD
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 364 gr (0.80 lbs) 269 gr (0.59 lbs)
Physical dimensions 121 x 73 x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") 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 380 pictures 460 pictures
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S NPFW50
Self timer Yes 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
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $849 $550