Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony NEX-5
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony NEX-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 495g - 141 x 83 x 56mm
- Launched January 2016
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-Pro1
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-Pro3
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 287g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Released June 2010
- Refreshed by Sony NEX-5N
Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony NEX-5 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony NEX-5, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and NEX-5 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm X-Pro2 was introduced 5 years after the NEX-5 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 grades against the NEX-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony NEX-5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-Pro2 & Sony Alpha NEX-5. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery & Sony NEX-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro2 over the Sony NEX-5
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | NEX-5 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | June 2010 | More modern by 69 months | |
Display resolution | 1620k | 920k | Clearer display (+700k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5 over the Fujifilm X-Pro2
NEX-5 | Fujifilm X-Pro2 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Sony NEX-5
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | NEX-5 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony NEX-5 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 has got outer measurements of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst 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).
Look at the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony NEX-5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 against the NEX-5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and NEX-5 is 74 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony NEX-5 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The picture here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and NEX-5.
All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm X-Pro2 to give you greater detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-Pro2 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony NEX-5 Specifications
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | Sony Alpha NEX-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-Pro2 | Sony Alpha NEX-5 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-01-15 | 2010-06-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor III | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | 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 | 24MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Available lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,620k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 92 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, suppressed flash, rear-curtain synchro, commander) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840x2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25,p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
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 | 495 grams (1.09 lbs) | 287 grams (0.63 lbs) |
Dimensions | 141 x 83 x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 69 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 796 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 330 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (Dual slots, UHS-II support in slot 1) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Two | Single |
Retail cost | $1,700 | $599 |