Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony NEX-5N
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony NEX-5N. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 50S II is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony NEX-5N is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 50S II were released 2021 and Sony NEX-5N was released 2011. That is a 10 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Fujifilm GFX 50S II | 2021 |
| Sony NEX-5N | 2011 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 50S II has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Sony NEX-5N has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
| Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
| Fujifilm GFX 50S II | 39.5 mm Fujifilm Medium Format sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 0.79 |
| Sony NEX-5N | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Resolution
Fujifilm GFX 50S II has a 51 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony NEX-5N has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
51 MP
51121152 pixels 8256 x 6192 |
| Sony NEX-5N |
16 MP
16032768 pixels 4912 x 3264 |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II has a 219 % larger resolution than Sony NEX-5N. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Sony NEX-5N has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm GFX 50S II. Sony NEX-5N has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm GFX 50S II has 100 to 12800.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Fujifilm GFX 50S II | 100-12800 |
| Sony NEX-5N | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm GFX 50S II
Lens compatibility chart for Sony NEX-5N
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm GFX 50S II can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Sony NEX-5N can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Fujifilm GFX 50S II | 3 |
| Sony NEX-5N | 10 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony NEX-5N can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Fujifilm GFX 50S II weighs 900 gr (equal to 1.98 lb) which is 235% heavier than Sony NEX-5N and its 269 gr (or 0.59 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Fujifilm GFX 50S II | 900 gr 1.98 lb |
| Sony NEX-5N | 269 gr 0.59 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony NEX-5N Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony NEX-5N, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony NEX-5N |
| Name | Fujifilm GFX 50S II | Sony NEX-5N |
| Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony NEX-5N |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2011 |
| Release Date | 2021-09-02 | 2011-08-24 |
| MSRP | 3999 USD | 599 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony NEX-5N |
| Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony NEX-5N |
| Sensor Size | Medium Format (approx 44 x 33 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Resolution | 8256 x 6192 pixels | 4912 x 3264 pixels |
| Megapixels | 51 MP | 16 MP |
| Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | Bionz |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony NEX-5N |
| ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 25600 |
| White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
| Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 6.5 stops | 0 stops |
| Uncompressed format | RAW + TIFF | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony NEX-5N |
| Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous LiveView |
| Focus Points | 425 | 25 |
| Lens Mount |
Fujifilm G See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
| Focal Length Multiplier |
Medium Format 0.79x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 19 mm 50 mm becomes 40 mm 100 mm becomes 79 mm 200 mm becomes 158 mm |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony NEX-5N |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3” | 3” |
| Screen dots | 2360000 | 920000 |
| Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.61× (0.77× 35mm equiv.) | |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | 0 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony NEX-5N |
| Frames per second | 3 fps | 10 fps |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 3600 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
| Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 12 meters |
| External Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time-lapse | Yes | No |
| Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony NEX-5N |
| Video recording | Yes | Yes |
| Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
AVCHD |
| Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony NEX-5N |
| Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony NEX-5N |
| HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone Port | Yes | No |
| Headphone Port | Yes | No |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
| Remote Control | Supported (no further information) |
Yes (optional RMT-DSLR1)
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| GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony NEX-5N |
| Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger
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ithium-Ion NPFW50 rechargeable battery & charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 440 shots | 460 shots |
| Width | 150 mm | 111 mm |
| Height | 104 mm | 59 mm |
| Depth | 87 mm | 38 mm |
| Weight | 900 gram | 269 gram |