Sony Alpha 5000 vs Fujifilm FinePix JV150

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Sony Alpha 5000 and the Fujifilm FinePix JV150, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Sony Alpha 5000 was introduced in January 2014 and Fujifilm FinePix JV150 was introduced in February 2010. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Alpha 5000 over Fujifilm FinePix JV150.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix JV150 over Sony Alpha 5000.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Sony Alpha 5000 has a 3.0" Tilting screen with 461k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix JV150 has a 2.70" Fixed screen with 230k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes Sony Alpha 5000 very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting.

Sony Alpha 5000 features a 20.1 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.2 x 15.4 mm and a total area of 357.3 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 16,000. Fujifilm FinePix JV150 features a 14 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600 and expands to 100 - 3,200 in boosted mode.

Sony Alpha 5000 is equipped with BIONZ X processor and can take pictures up to 5456 x 3632 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 5456 x 3064, 3872 x 2576, 3872 x 2176, 2736 x 1824, 2736 x 1536 with 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Fujifilm FinePix JV150 can take pictures up to 4288 x 3216 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4288 x 2864, 4288 x 2416, 3072 x 2304, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

No Image Stabilization

The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Sony Alpha 5000 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Fujifilm FinePix JV150 nothing can be done.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Sony Alpha 5000

Sony Alpha 5000 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Sony Alpha 5000

Sony Alpha 5000 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Sony Alpha 5000 comes with NP-FW50 battery pack with battery life of 420 shots and Fujifilm FinePix JV150 comes with NP-45A battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Sony Alpha 5000 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo card slot. Fujifilm FinePix JV150 has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Sony Alpha 5000, and up to 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix JV150. Sony Alpha 5000 can shoot continuously up to 3.5 fps.

Focusing

Sony Alpha 5000 has Contrast-detection AF system with 25 focusing points and Fujifilm FinePix JV150 has ..

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 4.00 m at ISO 100 on Sony Alpha 5000 and 3.50 m on Fujifilm FinePix JV150. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/160 sec on Sony Alpha 5000.

Sony Alpha 5000 body has dimensions of 110 x 63 x 36 mm (4.33 x 2.48 x 1.42") and Fujifilm FinePix JV150 body has dimensions of 93 x 55 x 21 mm (3.66 x 2.17 x 0.83"). Sony Alpha 5000 weighs 269 g (0.59 lb / 9.49 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix JV150 weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz).

Sony Alpha 5000

Fujifilm FinePix JV150

110 mm

63 mm

93 mm

55 mm