Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony NEX-5

Lets examine more closely at the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony NEX-5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and NEX-5 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T30 was introduced 8 years after the NEX-5 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T30 scores vs the NEX-5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T30 and Sony Alpha NEX-5. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery and Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T30 comes with external dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5 has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony NEX-5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 versus the NEX-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T30 and NEX-5 is 82 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T30 and NEX-5.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Fujifilm X-T30 to offer more detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T30 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.