Fujifilm X-T100 vs Fujifilm X-A5

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T100 and Fujifilm X-A5. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

These two camera models were both released 2018.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-T100 2018
Fujifilm X-A5 2018

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T100 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-A5 has a "Fujifilm 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-T100 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Fujifilm X-A5 75 mm
Fujifilm 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-T100 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-A5 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-T100 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000
Fujifilm X-A5 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000

ISO range

Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 200 to 12800.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-T100 200-12800
Fujifilm X-A5 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-T100
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-A5

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T100 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm X-A5 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-T100 6
Fujifilm X-A5 6

Ability to record movies

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

In this case, both Fujifilm X-T100 and Fujifilm X-A5 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-T100 weighs 448 gr (equal to 0.99 lb) which is 24% heavier than Fujifilm X-A5 and its 361 gr (or 0.8 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-T100 448 gr
0.99 lb
Fujifilm X-A5 361 gr
0.8 lb

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Fujifilm X-A5 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T100 and Fujifilm X-A5, 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-T100
Fujifilm X-A5
Name Fujifilm X-T100 Fujifilm X-A5
Manufacturer Fujifilm Fujifilm
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-T100
Fujifilm X-A5
Release Year 2018 2018
Release Date 2018-05-24 2018-01-31
MSRP 599 USD 599 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-T100
Fujifilm X-A5
Camera Type Mirrorless Mirrorless
Sensor
Fujifilm X-T100
Fujifilm X-A5
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
Image
Fujifilm X-T100
Fujifilm X-A5
ISO Range 200 - 12800 200 - 12800
White Balance Presets 7 7
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-T100
Fujifilm X-A5
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)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 91 91
Lens Mount Fujifilm X

See Compatible Lenses
Fujifilm X

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-T100
Fujifilm X-A5
Articulated LCD Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 1040000 1040000
Touch screen Yes Yes
Screen type TFT LCD TFT LCD
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Electronic No Viewfinder
Viewfinder Coverage 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 2360000 0
Photography features
Fujifilm X-T100
Fujifilm X-A5
Frames per second 6 fps 6 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 5 meters 6 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes Yes
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Average
Multi
Spot
Average
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-T100
Fujifilm X-A5
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format MPEG4
H.264
MPEG4
H.264
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Fujifilm X-T100
Fujifilm X-A5
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-T100
Fujifilm X-A5
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port Yes Yes
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.1 LE)
Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.1 LE)
Remote Control Yes (via smartphone or wired remote) Yes (Wired or via smartphone)
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-T100
Fujifilm X-A5
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126S lithium-ion battery
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 430 shots 450 shots
Width 121 mm 117 mm
Height 83 mm 68 mm
Depth 47 mm 40 mm
Weight 448 gram 361 gram