Fujifilm X-T5 vs Sony A6300

Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-T5 and Sony A6300, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T5 (40MP) and A6300 (24MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-T5 was announced 6 years later than the A6300 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-T5 scores against the A6300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T5 & Sony Alpha a6300. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T5 Gallery & Sony A6300 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T5 offers external measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 64mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 557 grams (1.23 lbs) while the Sony A6300 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T5 and Sony A6300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T5 compared to the A6300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T5 and A6300 is 70 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T5 and A6300.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Fujifilm X-T5 to show greater detail with its extra 16 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.