Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Sony NEX-6

In this write-up, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Sony NEX-6, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was released 9 months before the NEX-6 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 matches up versus the NEX-6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 features outer dimensions of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") having a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Sony NEX-6 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Sony NEX-6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs the NEX-6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and NEX-6 is 80 and 85 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and NEX-6.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm X-Pro1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.