• APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 16.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 16.1 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600

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Differences

Fujifilm X-Pro1 advantages over Sony NEX-5T

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    18 vs 11 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Sony NEX-5T advantages over Fujifilm X-Pro1

  • Less expensive
    $700 vs $1700 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    10.0 fps vs 5.2 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • In-camera panoramas
    Both provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • 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 Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

User reviews

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Review Excerpt

  • Quality build; Unique hybrid optical viewfinder; Excellent LCD; Good controls; Excellent image quality.

  • Limited to prime lenses (for now); Loose aperture ring and EV dial; Mediocre autofocus speeds; Slow buffer clearing; Tripod socket too close to battery compartment.

The Competition

Compared to Samsung NX11

Fujifilm X-Pro1
Samsung NX11
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking
  • $649
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
Sony NEX-5T
Samsung NX11
  • $299
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking
  • $649
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Longer stills battery life

Compared to Pentax K-01

Fujifilm X-Pro1
Pentax K-01
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $359
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive
Sony NEX-5T
Pentax K-01
  • $299
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $359
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Sony NEX-6

Fujifilm X-Pro1
Sony NEX-6
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Fast startup
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
Sony NEX-5T
Sony NEX-6
  • $299
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Internal flash

Compared to Sony NEX-3N

Fujifilm X-Pro1
Sony NEX-3N
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Fast startup
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
Sony NEX-5T
Sony NEX-3N
  • $299
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life

Compared to Sony A5000

Fujifilm X-Pro1
Sony A5000
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Fast startup
  • $298
  • APS-C
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
Sony NEX-5T
Sony A5000
  • $299
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $298
  • APS-C
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Internal flash
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