Sony NEX-5T vs Fujifilm X-T100

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Sony NEX-5T vs Fujifilm X-T100

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APS-C 366.6mm²
16.1 megapixels
ISO 100 - 25,600

Go in depth with our full Sony NEX-5T Review.
See real-world photos taken with the NEX-5T.

APS-C 369.0mm²
24.2 megapixels
ISO 200 - 12,800

Go in depth with our full Fujifilm X-T100 Review.
See real-world photos taken with the X-T100.

Succeeded by the Sony A5100
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Succeeded by the Fujifilm X-T200
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Differences

Sony NEX-5T advantages over Fujifilm X-T100

Bigger pixels
~ 4.78 vs 3.92 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Lighter weight
392g vs 583g
Lighter weight
Faster JPEG shooting
10.0 fps vs 6.0 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)

Fujifilm X-T100 advantages over Sony NEX-5T

Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Eye-level viewfinder
Eye-level vs Rear display only
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
Shoot 4K video
4K (UHD) vs 1080p
Make sure you have a fast computer
Built-in Bluetooth
Yes vs No
Always-on wireless connectivity
Longer stills battery life
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

430 vs 330 shots
Capture more photos
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
External Mic Jack
Jack vs No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Newer
7 years vs 11 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
More pixels
24.2 vs 16.1 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Bigger JPEG buffer
58 vs 11 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos
Faster shutter
1/32000 vs 1/4000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light
Higher extended ISO
51200 vs 25600 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Touchscreen
Both provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
In-camera panoramas
Both provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
On-sensor phase detect
Both provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

In-Camera Image Stabilization
Neither provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Review Excerpt

We haven’t finished our review of the Sony NEX-5T, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
See our Sony NEX-5T First Shots

We haven’t finished our review of the Fujifilm X-T100, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
Read our Fujifilm X-T100 Shooter's Report

The Competition

Compared to Sony NEX-3N

Sony NEX-5T

Sony NEX-3N

$299
APS-C

Touchscreen
Built-in Wi-Fi

$449
APS-C

Less expensive
Longer stills battery life

Compare Sony NEX-5T vs Sony NEX-3N

Fujifilm X-T100

Sony NEX-3N

$599
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Eye-level viewfinder

$449
APS-C

Bigger pixels
Thinner

Compare Fujifilm X-T100 vs Sony NEX-3N

Compared to Samsung NX1100

Sony NEX-5T

Samsung NX1100

$299
APS-C

Lens selection
Focus peaking

$450
APS-C

Less expensive
More pixels

Compare Sony NEX-5T vs Samsung NX1100

Fujifilm X-T100

Samsung NX1100

$599
APS-C

Lens selection
Focus peaking

$450
APS-C

Lighter weight
Faster JPEG shooting

Compare Fujifilm X-T100 vs Samsung NX1100

Compared to Sony A5000

Sony NEX-5T

Sony A5000

$299
APS-C

Touchscreen
On-sensor phase detect

$298
APS-C

Longer stills battery life
Internal flash

Compare Sony NEX-5T vs Sony A5000

Fujifilm X-T100

Sony A5000

$599
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Eye-level viewfinder

$298
APS-C

Less expensive
Fast startup

Compare Fujifilm X-T100 vs Sony A5000

Compared to Sony A6400

Sony NEX-5T

Sony A6400

$299
APS-C

Bigger pixels
Thinner

$798
APS-C

Eye-level viewfinder
Shoot 4K video

Compare Sony NEX-5T vs Sony A6400

Fujifilm X-T100

Sony A6400

$599
APS-C

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$798
APS-C

Slower slow-motion
Fast startup

Compare Fujifilm X-T100 vs Sony A6400

Compared to Sony A6100

Sony NEX-5T

Sony A6100

$299
APS-C

Bigger pixels
Thinner

$673
APS-C

Eye-level viewfinder
Shoot 4K video

Compare Sony NEX-5T vs Sony A6100

Fujifilm X-T100

Sony A6100

$599
APS-C

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$673
APS-C

Slower slow-motion
NFC

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