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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony a5000

Portability
86
Imaging
72
Features
88
Overall
78
Fujifilm X-E4 front
 
Sony Alpha a5000 front
Portability
89
Imaging
62
Features
62
Overall
62

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony a5000 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 364g - 121 x 73 x 33mm
  • Announced January 2021
  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-E3
Sony a5000
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 16000
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 269g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
  • Announced January 2014
  • Previous Model is Sony NEX-3N
  • Later Model is Sony a5100
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony a5000 Overview

Below, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-E4 and Sony a5000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E4 (26MP) and a5000 (20MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E4 was introduced 7 years after the a5000 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-E4 scores against the a5000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E4 over the Sony a5000

 Fujifilm X-E4 a5000 
AnnouncedJanuary 2021January 2014Newer by 86 months
Screen resolution1620k461kCrisper screen (+1159k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony a5000 over the Fujifilm X-E4

 a5000 Fujifilm X-E4 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E4 and Sony a5000

 Fujifilm X-E4 a5000 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen measurement

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony a5000 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E4 features exterior dimensions 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 a5000 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E4 and Sony a5000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E4 vs the a5000.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony a5000 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E4 and a5000 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony a5000 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony a5000 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E4 and a5000.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm X-E4 to resolve greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E4 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony a5000 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony a5000 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony a5000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony a5000 as a Portrait photography camera
83
manual focus
amazing MP (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has face detection focus
supports RAW files
70
you can focus manually
good resolution (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features face detect autofocus
delivers RAW formats
no external flash support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Street photography highlights
Sony a5000 Street photography highlights
80
has a tilting screen
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
features touch focus
lack of image stabilization
78
tilting screen
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Sports photography features
Sony a5000 Sports photography features
79
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
fast continuous shooting (20.0 fps)
amazing MP (26 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
good battery pack (380 per charge)
supports phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
59
good resolution (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking focus
good battery life (420 CIPA)
max frames per second very slow (4.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 as a Travel photography camera
Sony a5000 as a Travel photography camera
88
good battery pack (380 shots)
connects via bluetooth
features touch focus
amazing MP (26 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
78
good battery life (420 shots)
good resolution (20MP)
has built in flash
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony a5000 as a Landscape photography camera
81
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
amazing MP (26 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
no low pass filter
supports RAW files
good battery pack (380 per charge)
lack of image stabilization
77
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a good size (3")
good resolution (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
good battery life (420 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 as a Vlogging camera
Sony a5000 as a Vlogging camera
82
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen
has face detection focus
good video quality (4096 x 2160 resolution)
comes with external microphone support
lack of image stabilization
32
features face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
missing mic support
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony a5000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E4 and Sony a5000
 Fujifilm X-E4Sony Alpha a5000
General Information
Company FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-E4 Sony Alpha a5000
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2021-01-27 2014-01-07
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz X
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.2 x 15.4mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 357.3mm²
Sensor resolution 26MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 6240 x 4160 5456 x 3632
Highest native ISO 12800 16000
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 160 100
RAW support
Lowest enhanced ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 425 25
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Sony E
Available lenses 58 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.6
Screen
Type of display Tilting Tilting
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 1,620 thousand dots 461 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - TFT LCD with 180 upward tilt
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
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 quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 20.0 frames per sec 4.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 4.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash options no built-in flash Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction
External flash
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
Supported 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 (60i/24p), 1440 x 1080 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps)
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
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)
Dimensions 121 x 73 x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 79
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.8
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.0
DXO Low light rating not tested 1089
Other
Battery life 380 photographs 420 photographs
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S NP-FW50
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom)
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots Single Single
Retail cost $849 $448