Nikon 1 J5 vs Sony NEX-5N

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon 1 J5 versus Sony NEX-5N, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the 1 J5 (21MP) and NEX-5N (16MP) and the 1 J5 (1") and NEX-5N (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The 1 J5 was launched 3 years after the NEX-5N which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the 1 J5 matches up versus the NEX-5N for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J5 & Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery & Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J5 provides outside measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5N has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the 1 J5 versus the NEX-5N.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J5 and NEX-5N is 91 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The image underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J5 and NEX-5N.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 J5 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Nikon 1 J5 will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger 1 J5 provides an edge in sensor technology.