Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 465g - 126 x 85 x 65mm
- Revealed October 2020
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-S20
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Launched August 2013
- Superseded the Sony NEX-5R

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony NEX-5T, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-S10 was brought out 7 years later than the NEX-5T and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-S10 grades versus the NEX-5T with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S10 over the Sony NEX-5T
Fujifilm X-S10 | NEX-5T | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | ![]() | August 2013 | Fresher by 87 months |
Screen type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Fujifilm X-S10
NEX-5T | Fujifilm X-S10 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony NEX-5T
Fujifilm X-S10 | NEX-5T | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-S10 provides outer measurements of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") and a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5T has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony NEX-5T in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-S10 and the NEX-5T.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-S10 and NEX-5T is 73 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-S10 and NEX-5T.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm X-S10 to render extra detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-S10 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Fujifilm X-S10 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-S10 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2020-10-15 | 2013-08-27 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
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 | 425 | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 465 gr (1.03 pounds) | 276 gr (0.61 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 126 x 85 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") | 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 | 325 pictures | 330 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I supported) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $999 | $400 |