Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony a65

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A5 and Sony a65. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-A5 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a65 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.

Fujifilm X-A5 were released 2018 and Sony a65 was released 2011. That is a 7 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-A5 2018
Sony a65 2011

Type of camera

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-A5 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a65 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 X-A5 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Sony a65 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

Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Fujifilm X-A5 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a65 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-A5 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000
Sony a65 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000

ISO range

Sony a65 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-A5. Sony a65 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-A5 has 200 to 12800.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-A5 200-12800
Sony a65 100-12800

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 X-A5
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a65

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-A5 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Sony a65 can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-A5 6
Sony a65 10

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Fujifilm X-A5 and Sony a65 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.

Sony a65 weighs 622 gr (equal to 1.37 lb) which is 72% heavier than Fujifilm X-A5 and its 361 gr (or 0.8 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-A5 361 gr
0.8 lb
Sony a65 622 gr
1.37 lb

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony a65 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A5 and Sony a65, 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 X-A5
Sony a65
Name Fujifilm X-A5 Sony a65
Manufacturer Fujifilm Sony
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-A5
Sony a65
Release Year 2018 2011
Release Date 2018-01-31 2011-08-24
MSRP 599 USD 899 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-A5
Sony a65
Camera Type Mirrorless SLT
Sensor
Fujifilm X-A5
Sony a65
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels 6000 x 4000 pixels
Megapixels 24 MP 24 MP
Image Processor Bionz
Image
Fujifilm X-A5
Sony a65
ISO Range 200 - 12800 100 - 12800
White Balance Presets 7 8
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No Yes
(Sensor-Shift)
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Fujifilm X-A5
Sony a65
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 91 15
Lens Mount Fujifilm X

See Compatible Lenses
Sony A

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 X-A5
Sony a65
Articulated LCD Tilting Fully articulated
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 1040000 921000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type TFT LCD N/A
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type No Viewfinder Electronic
Viewfinder Coverage 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 1.1× (0.73× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 0 N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-A5
Sony a65
Frames per second 6 fps 10 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes Yes
Built-in Flash Range 6 meters 10 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes No
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Average
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-A5
Sony a65
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format MPEG4
H.264
MPEG4
H.264
AVCHD
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
1440 x 1080
1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Fujifilm X-A5
Sony a65
Memory Card SD/SDHC
Memory Stick Pro Duo
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-A5
Sony a65
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port Yes No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.1 LE)
Yes
Eye-Fi Connected
Remote Control Yes (Wired or via smartphone) Yes (Optional)
GPS No Yes
Built-in
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-A5
Sony a65
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger
Rechargeable NP-FM500H battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 450 shots 510 shots
Width 117 mm 132 mm
Height 68 mm 97 mm
Depth 40 mm 81 mm
Weight 361 gram 622 gram