Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony a5100

Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-T10 versus Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T10 (16MP) and a5100 (24MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T10 was unveiled 10 months after the a5100 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-T10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-T10 grades against the a5100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T10 & Sony Alpha a5100. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T10 Gallery & Sony a5100 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T10 enjoys physical dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Sony a5100 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T10 vs the a5100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T10 and a5100 is 83 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The picture below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T10 and a5100.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony a5100 to give you extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T10 will have an edge in sensor tech.