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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-5

Portability
83
Imaging
67
Features
82
Overall
73
Fujifilm X-T20 front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-5 front
Portability
89
Imaging
53
Features
58
Overall
55

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-5 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T20
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
  • Introduced January 2017
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-T10
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-T30
Sony NEX-5
(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
  • Newer Model is Sony NEX-5N
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-5 Overview

In this article, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and NEX-5 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was manufactured 6 years later than the NEX-5 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T20 scores versus the NEX-5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Sony NEX-5

 Fujifilm X-T20 NEX-5 
IntroducedJanuary 2017June 2010More recent by 81 months
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5 over the Fujifilm X-T20

 NEX-5 Fujifilm X-T20 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony NEX-5

 Fujifilm X-T20 NEX-5 
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurement
Display resolution920k920kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-5 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 features outer measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5 has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 and the NEX-5.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-5 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T20 and NEX-5 is 83 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-5 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-5 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The visual here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T20 and NEX-5.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm X-T20 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T20 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-5 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-5 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony NEX-5 as a Portrait photography camera
80
has manual focus
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detection focusing
exports RAW files
71
has manual focus
good MP (14 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Street photography factors
Sony NEX-5 Street photography factors
78
tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
offers focus by touch
does not have image stabilization
76
has a tilting screen
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-T20
Sports photography with Sony NEX-5
75
quiet shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
resolution is good (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking autofocus
sensor has phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
51
good MP (14MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Travel photography factors
Sony NEX-5 Travel photography factors
76
offers focus by touch
resolution is good (24MP)
has built in flash
display isn't selfie friendly
59
good MP (14 megapixels)
lack of Time Lapse mode
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Landscape photography details
Sony NEX-5 Landscape photography details
78
has manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3")
resolution is good (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
exports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
67
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
good MP (14 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
lack of image stabilization
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Vlogging highlights
Sony NEX-5 Vlogging highlights
36
touchscreen functionality
comes with face detection focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes external microphone socket
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
28
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
lack of mic socket
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony NEX-5
 Fujifilm X-T20Sony Alpha NEX-5
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-T20 Sony Alpha NEX-5
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2017-01-18 2010-06-07
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip X-Processor Pro2 Bionz
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 14MP
Anti aliasing 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 -
Minimum native ISO 200 200
RAW images
Minimum boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 325 25
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Sony E
Total lenses 54 121
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Tilting Tilting
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 920 thousand dots 920 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shooting rate 14.0 frames/s 7.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.00 m (ISO 100) 12.00 m
Flash settings Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/180 seconds 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) 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
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 383g (0.84 lbs) 287g (0.63 lbs)
Dimensions 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 69
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.2
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.2
DXO Low light score not tested 796
Other
Battery life 350 photos 330 photos
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S NPFW50
Self timer Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images))
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $900 $599