Fujifilm X-T100 vs Sony NEX-5
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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Sony NEX-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 448g - 121 x 83 x 47mm
- Launched May 2018
- New Model is Fujifilm X-T200
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 287g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Successor is Sony NEX-5N
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Below is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm X-T100 versus Sony NEX-5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T100 (24MP) and NEX-5 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm X-T100 was unveiled 8 years later than the NEX-5 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-T100 scores versus the NEX-5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T100 over the Sony NEX-5
| Fujifilm X-T100 | NEX-5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | May 2018 |  | June 2010 | More recent by 97 months |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 920k | Clearer display (+120k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5 over the Fujifilm X-T100
| NEX-5 | Fujifilm X-T100 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T100 and Sony NEX-5
| Fujifilm X-T100 | NEX-5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T100 vs Sony NEX-5 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T100 has exterior measurements of 121mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 448 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5 has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-T100 versus Sony NEX-5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T100 versus the NEX-5.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T100 and NEX-5 is 80 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T100 vs Sony NEX-5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T100 and NEX-5.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-T100 to result in extra detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Sony NEX-5 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T100 | Sony Alpha NEX-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-T100 | Sony Alpha NEX-5 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2018-05-24 | 2010-06-07 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW files | ||
| Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 91 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Number of lenses | 54 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 15p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 448g (0.99 lb) | 287g (0.63 lb) |
| Dimensions | 121 x 83 x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 69 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.2 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 796 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 430 photos | 330 photos |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126S | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, smile, buddy, group, face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $499 | $599 |