Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony a5100
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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony a5100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 465g - 126 x 85 x 65mm
- Revealed October 2020
- Updated by Fujifilm X-S20
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 283g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Revealed August 2014
- Older Model is Sony a5000
Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony a5100 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and the a5100 (24MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm X-S10 was introduced 6 years later than the a5100 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-S10 scores versus the a5100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony a5100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-S10 & Sony Alpha a5100. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery & Sony a5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S10 over the Sony a5100
Fujifilm X-S10 | a5100 | |||
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Revealed | October 2020 | August 2014 | Fresher by 76 months | |
Display type | Fully articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 922k | Crisper display (+118k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony a5100 over the Fujifilm X-S10
a5100 | Fujifilm X-S10 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony a5100
Fujifilm X-S10 | a5100 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony a5100 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-S10 offers exterior dimensions of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) and the Sony a5100 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony a5100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-S10 against the a5100.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-S10 and a5100 is 73 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony a5100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The visual underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-S10 and a5100.
To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm X-S10 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-S10 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony a5100 Specifications
Fujifilm X-S10 | Sony Alpha a5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-S10 | Sony Alpha a5100 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2020-10-15 | 2014-08-17 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 179 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
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 | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (120p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 465 gr (1.03 lbs) | 283 gr (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 126 x 85 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 325 photos | 400 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I supported) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $999 | $448 |