Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro vs Sony a6300
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro and Sony a6300. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a6300 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro were released 2006 and Sony a6300 was released 2016. That is a 10 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro | 2006 |
Sony a6300 | 2016 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro is a DSLR camera while Sony a6300 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a6300 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 FinePix S5 Pro | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a6300 | 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 FinePix S5 Pro has a 6 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a6300 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro |
6 MP
12121088 pixels 4256 x 2848 |
Sony a6300 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Sony a6300 has a 98 % larger resolution than Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro. 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 a6300 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro. Sony a6300 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro has 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro | 100-3200 |
Sony a6300 | 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 FinePix S5 Pro
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a6300
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Sony a6300 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro | 3 |
Sony a6300 | 11 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Sony a6300. Sadly, the Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro does not support this.
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 FinePix S5 Pro weighs 920 gr (equal to 2.03 lb) which is 128% heavier than Sony a6300 and its 404 gr (or 0.89 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro | 920 gr 2.03 lb |
Sony a6300 | 404 gr 0.89 lb |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro vs Sony a6300 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro and Sony a6300, 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 FinePix S5 Pro |
Sony a6300 |
Name | Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro | Sony a6300 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro |
Sony a6300 |
Release Year | 2006 | 2016 |
Release Date | 2006-09-25 | 2016-02-03 |
MSRP | N/A | 999 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro |
Sony a6300 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro |
Sony a6300 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CCD | CMOS |
Resolution | 4256 x 2848 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 6 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz X | |
Image |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro |
Sony a6300 |
ISO Range | 100 - 3200 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 10 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro |
Sony a6300 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | N/A | 425 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 FinePix S5 Pro |
Sony a6300 |
Articulated LCD | N/A | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.5” | 3” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 921600 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.) | 1.07× (0.71× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro |
Sony a6300 |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 11 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | 6 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
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Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/2 EV, 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro |
Sony a6300 |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 H.264 XAVC-S AVCHD |
Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro |
Sony a6300 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro |
Sony a6300 |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (Optional) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro |
Sony a6300 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details | Lithium-Ion Battery |
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery & charger
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Battery Life (CIPA) | N/A | 400 shots |
Width | 147 mm | 120 mm |
Height | 113 mm | 67 mm |
Depth | 74 mm | 49 mm |
Weight | 920 gram | 404 gram |