Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony a5000

Let's look much closer at the Fujifilm X-S10 versus Sony a5000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and a5000 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-S10 was launched 6 years later than the a5000 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X-S10 matches up vs the a5000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony Alpha a5000. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery and Sony a5000 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-S10 comes with external 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 a5000 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-S10 versus Sony a5000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-S10 compared to the a5000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-S10 and a5000 is 73 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-S10 and a5000.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm X-S10 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-S10 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.