Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony NEX-5T

Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony NEX-5T, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T10 (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T10 was launched 21 months later than the NEX-5T which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-T10 grades against the NEX-5T in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T10 & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T10 Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T10 provides external measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5T has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony NEX-5T in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T10 versus the NEX-5T.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T10 and NEX-5T is 83 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The graphic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T10 and NEX-5T.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm X-T10 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.