Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Sony NEX-5

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Sony NEX-5. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-Pro1 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony NEX-5 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 were released 2012 and Sony NEX-5 was released 2010. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-Pro1 2012
Sony NEX-5 2010

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony NEX-5 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-Pro1 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Sony NEX-5 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 X-Pro1 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony NEX-5 has 14 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-Pro1 16 MP
15980544 pixels
4896 x 3264
Sony NEX-5 14 MP
14033152 pixels
4592 x 3056

Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a 14 % larger resolution than Sony NEX-5. 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-5 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-Pro1. Sony NEX-5 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-Pro1 has 200 to 6400.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-Pro1 200-6400
Sony NEX-5 200-12800

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-Pro1
Lens compatibility chart for Sony NEX-5

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-Pro1 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Sony NEX-5 can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-Pro1 6
Sony NEX-5 7

Ability to record movies

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

In this case, both Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Sony NEX-5 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 X-Pro1 weighs 450 gr (equal to 0.99 lb) which is 57% heavier than Sony NEX-5 and its 287 gr (or 0.63 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-Pro1 450 gr
0.99 lb
Sony NEX-5 287 gr
0.63 lb

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Sony NEX-5 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Sony NEX-5, 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-Pro1
Sony NEX-5
Name Fujifilm X-Pro1 Sony NEX-5
Manufacturer Fujifilm Sony
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Sony NEX-5
Release Year 2012 2010
Release Date 2012-01-09 2010-05-11
MSRP N/A 649 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Sony NEX-5
Camera Type Mirrorless Mirrorless
Sensor
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Sony NEX-5
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 4896 x 3264 pixels 4592 x 3056 pixels
Megapixels 16 MP 14 MP
Image Processor EXR Pro Bionz
Image
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Sony NEX-5
ISO Range 200 - 6400 200 - 12800
White Balance Presets 7 6
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Sony NEX-5
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Multi Area
Center
Single
Continuous
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
LiveView
Focus Points N/A 25
Lens Mount Fujifilm X

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 X-Pro1
Sony NEX-5
Articulated LCD Fixed Tilting
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 1230000 920000
Touch screen No No
Screen type TFT color LCD monitor N/A
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Electronic and Optical (tunnel) No Viewfinder
Viewfinder Coverage 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.37× (0.25× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Sony NEX-5
Frames per second 6 fps 7 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash No No
Built-in Flash Range N/A N/A
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse No No
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Average
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Sony NEX-5
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format H.264
AVCHD
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
1440 x 1080
1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Sony NEX-5
Memory Card SD/SDHC
Memory Stick Pro Duo
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Sony NEX-5
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port No No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless No No
Remote Control No Yes (InfraRed (optional))
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Sony NEX-5
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger
Lithium-Ion NP-FW50 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 300 shots 330 shots
Width 140 mm 111 mm
Height 82 mm 59 mm
Depth 43 mm 38 mm
Weight 450 gram 287 gram