Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Sony NEX-5

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Sony NEX-5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and the NEX-5 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was announced 2 years after the NEX-5 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 scores versus the NEX-5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Sony Alpha NEX-5. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery and Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 features outside measurements of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5 has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Sony NEX-5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 against the NEX-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and NEX-5 is 80 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The pic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and NEX-5.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-Pro1 to deliver more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-Pro1 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.