Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Launched September 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Released August 2013
- Replaced the Sony NEX-5R
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony NEX-5T, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Fujifilm X-M1 was introduced very close to the NEX-5T and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-M1 grades against the NEX-5T when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Sony NEX-5T
Fujifilm X-M1 | NEX-5T |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Fujifilm X-M1
NEX-5T | Fujifilm X-M1 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 920k | Clearer display (+2k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony NEX-5T
Fujifilm X-M1 | NEX-5T | |||
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Released | September 2013 | August 2013 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 features external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5T has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony NEX-5T in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 vs the NEX-5T.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and NEX-5T is 87 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-M1 and NEX-5T.
To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files but you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Fujifilm X-M1 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-M1 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-09-17 | 2013-08-27 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Available lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash options | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330 gr (0.73 lb) | 276 gr (0.61 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 330 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $399 | $400 |