Sony Alpha 5100 vs Fujifilm X-A7

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      Specifications

      General Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      BrandSonyFujifilm
      ModelAlpha 5100X-A7
      Predecessor ModelSony Alpha 5000 Fujifilm X-A5
      MSRP$549 (body only), $699 (with 16-50 PZ lens)$699 (w/15-45mm lens)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS
      Sensor SizeAPS-CAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions23.5 x 15.6 mm23.5 x 15.7 mm
      Total Pixels24.7 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels24.3 Megapixel24.2 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 25,600100 - 12,800
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 25600
      Photo Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      ProcessorBIONZ X
      Max Image Resolution6000 x 40006000 x 4000
      Other Resolutions6000 x 3376, 4240 x 2832, 4240 x 2400, 3008 x 2000, 3008 x 1688
      Image Aspect Ratios3:2, 16:91:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAWJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsExtra fine, fine, normalFine, normal
      Bit Depth14-Bit
      Color SpacesRGB (with sYCC gamut), Adobe RGB compatible with TRILUMINOSTM Color
      Timelapse RecordingWith downloadable app
      WB Bracketing3 frames, high/low settings
      Focus Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      Focusing SystemFast Hybrid AF (Phase-detection / Contrast-detection)
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range-1 to +20 EV
      Number of Focus Points179425
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      Lens MountSony EFujifilm X
      Crop Factor1.5x1.5x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      Screen TypeTiltingFully Articulated
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCDTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.5"
      Screen Resolution922k dot2,760k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      Viewfinder
      Shutter Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      Shutter TypeElectronically controlled Vertical-traverse Focal-planeFocal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/32000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting6.0 fps6.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 6 fps at 24.2 MP
      Up to 3 fps at 24.2 MP
      Flash Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesFlash off
      auto
      fill-flaw
      slow sync
      redeye reduction
      Auto
      forced
      slow synchro
      2nd curtain
      commander
      suppressed)
      Flash Range4.00 m at ISO 1004.00 m at ISO 100
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/160 sec1/180 sec
      Flash Compensation-2 to +2 EV (1/3 EV Steps)-2 to +2 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
      Flash Bracketing1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1.0, 2.0, 3.0 EV steps, 3/5 frames (1.0/2.0/3.0 EV : only 3 frames) selectable
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTLTTL
      External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe
      Exposure Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter PriorityAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range-1 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±3 EV (1/3 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±3 EV (3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments) ±5 EV (3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments)
      DXO Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      DxO Low Light ISO1347
      DxO Color Depth23.8
      DxO Dynamic Range12.7
      DxO Overall Score80
      Video Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC SMPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 10803840 x 2160
      Webcam Functionality
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min30 min
      Terminals Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro Mini
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version4.2
      NFC
      Remote Control wired or PC via smartphone
      Environmental Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity10 to 80%
      Physical Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      Dimensions110 x 63 x 36 mm (4.33 x 2.48 x 1.42")119 x 68 x 41 mm (4.69 x 2.7 x 1.61")
      Weight (inc. batteries)283 g (0.62 lb / 9.98 oz)320 g (0.71 lb / 11.29 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.5 x 5.5 x 5.25"7.7 x 7.5 x 4.4"
      Package Weight1.315 lb1.9 lb
      Power and Storage Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      Battery PackNP-FW50NP-W126S
      Battery Life400 shots440 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I)Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
      Other Sony Alpha 5100 Fujifilm X-A7
      Self Timer 2 or 10 sec, continuous 3-5 shot
      Orientation Sensor
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemUltra Sonic Vibration
      Included AccessoriesLi-ion battery NP-W126S
      USB cable
      3.5mm Microphone Adapter
      Shoulder strap
      Body cap
      Owner's manual


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