Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony NEX-5R

Here is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony NEX-5R, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and NEX-5R (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was unveiled 3 years later than the NEX-5R and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 scores versus the NEX-5R for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 enjoys physical measurements of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5R has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony NEX-5R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 compared to the NEX-5R.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and NEX-5R is 74 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and NEX-5R.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm X-Pro2 to render extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-Pro2 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.