Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony NEX-5
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-S10 and Sony NEX-5. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-S10 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony NEX-5 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-S10 were released 2020 and Sony NEX-5 was released 2010. That is a 10 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-S10 | 2020 |
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-S10 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-S10 | 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-S10 has a 26 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-S10 |
26 MP
25958400 pixels 6240 x 4160 |
Sony NEX-5 |
14 MP
14033152 pixels 4592 x 3056 |
Fujifilm X-S10 has a 85 % 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
Fujifilm X-S10 has a larger ISO-range than Sony NEX-5. Fujifilm X-S10 has an ISO range that stretches from 160 to 12800 while Sony NEX-5 has 200 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-S10 | 160-12800 |
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-S10
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-S10 can shoot up to 20 pictures per seconds and Sony NEX-5 can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-S10 | 20 |
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-S10 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-S10 weighs 465 gr (equal to 1.03 lb) which is 62% heavier than Sony NEX-5 and its 287 gr (or 0.63 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-S10 | 465 gr 1.03 lb |
Sony NEX-5 | 287 gr 0.63 lb |
Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sony NEX-5 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-S10 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-S10 |
Sony NEX-5 |
Name | Fujifilm X-S10 | Sony NEX-5 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony NEX-5 |
Release Year | 2020 | 2010 |
Release Date | 2020-10-15 | 2010-05-11 |
MSRP | 999 USD | 649 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony NEX-5 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
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 | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6240 x 4160 pixels | 4592 x 3056 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 14 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | Bionz |
Image |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony NEX-5 |
ISO Range | 160 - 12800 | 200 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 6 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony NEX-5 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect 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 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-S10 |
Sony NEX-5 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 920000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | No Viewfinder |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony NEX-5 |
Frames per second | 20 fps | 7 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 900 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 7 meters | N/A |
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) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony NEX-5 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony NEX-5 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony NEX-5 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
No |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone and wired remote) | Yes (InfraRed (optional)) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-S10 |
Sony NEX-5 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126S
|
Lithium-Ion NP-FW50 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 325 shots | 330 shots |
Width | 126 mm | 111 mm |
Height | 85 mm | 59 mm |
Depth | 65 mm | 38 mm |
Weight | 465 gram | 287 gram |