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Nikon D5 vs Sony RX1R

Portability
50
Imaging
71
Features
84
Overall
76
Nikon D5 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R front
Portability
79
Imaging
70
Features
58
Overall
65

Nikon D5 vs Sony RX1R Key Specs

Nikon D5
(Full Review)
  • 21MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 102400 (Bump to 3280000)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1415g - 160 x 158.5 x 92mm
  • Introduced January 2016
  • Old Model is Nikon D4s
  • Newer Model is Nikon D6
Sony RX1R
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 35mm (F2.0) lens
  • 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
  • Launched June 2013
  • New Model is Sony RX1R II
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Nikon D5 vs Sony RX1R Overview

Let's look much closer at the Nikon D5 versus Sony RX1R, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the D5 (21MP) and the RX1R (24MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The D5 was announced 2 years later than the RX1R and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D5 being a Large SLR camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the D5 scores versus the RX1R when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon D5 over the Sony RX1R

 D5 RX1R 
LaunchedJanuary 2016June 2013More recent by 31 months
Screen dimension3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2359k1229kSharper screen (+1130k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Nikon D5

 RX1R D5 

Common features in the Nikon D5 and Sony RX1R

 D5 RX1R 
Manually focus Dial exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Nikon D5 vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D5 provides physical measurements of 160mm x 158.5mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) while the Sony RX1R has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D5 versus Sony RX1R in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the D5 compared to the RX1R.

Nikon D5 vs Sony RX1R size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the D5 and RX1R is 50 and 79 respectively.

Nikon D5 vs Sony RX1R top view buttons comparison

Nikon D5 vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D5 and RX1R.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony RX1R to give extra detail with its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent D5 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon D5 vs Sony RX1R sensor size comparison

Nikon D5 vs Sony RX1R Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon D5 vs Sony RX1R Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon D5 Portrait photography info
Sony RX1R Portrait photography info
82
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (21 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
includes face detect focus
saves RAW files
82
focusing manually
high flash sync speed (1/4,000s)
MP count good (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
has face detection focusing
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon D5
Street photography with Sony RX1R
60
sensor size is great (Full frame)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
great ISO range (102,400)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
66
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
great high ISO (25,600)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (482 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon D5
Sports photography with Sony RX1R
79
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
decent sensor resolution (21 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
environment proofing
great battery (3,780 shots)
has phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
53
MP count good (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
has tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (35mm)
low fps (5.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
low battery (270 CIPA)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon D5 as a Travel photography camera
Sony RX1R as a Travel photography camera
64
great battery (3,780 shots)
environment proofing
decent sensor resolution (21MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
62
MP count good (24 megapixels)
flash built-in
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
missing Time Lapse recording
low battery (270 shots)
heavier than competition in class (482g)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon D5 Landscape photography factors
Sony RX1R Landscape photography factors
78
focusing manually
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
screen size is good (3.2")
decent sensor resolution (21MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
great ISO range (102,400)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
great battery (3,780 shots)
2 card slots
no image stabilization
66
focusing manually
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
MP count good (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
no anti aliasing filter
great high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
lack of image stabilization
low battery (270 shots)
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon D5 as a Vlogging camera
Sony RX1R as a Vlogging camera
30
touchscreen enabled
includes face detect focus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has mic support
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
34
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
has face detection focusing
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
has external mic support
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (482 grams)
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Nikon D5 vs Sony RX1R Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon D5 and Sony RX1R
 Nikon D5Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Sony
Model Nikon D5 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R
Type Pro DSLR Large Sensor Compact
Introduced 2016-01-05 2013-06-26
Physical type Large SLR Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed 5 -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 35.8 x 23.9mm 35.8 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 855.6mm² 855.6mm²
Sensor resolution 21 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 5588 x 3712 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 102400 25600
Maximum boosted ISO 3280000 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 153 25
Cross focus points 99 -
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon F fixed lens
Lens focal range - 35mm (1x)
Maximum aperture - f/2.0
Amount of lenses 309 -
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3.2 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 2,359k dots 1,229k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology - Xtra FineTFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Electronic and Optical (optional)
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.72x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 14.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 6.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/4000 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 4K (UHD) 30p/25p/24p, 1080/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p, 720/60p/50p 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Optional Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1415g (3.12 lbs) 482g (1.06 lbs)
Dimensions 160 x 158.5 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 88 91
DXO Color Depth score 25.1 25.0
DXO Dynamic range score 12.3 13.6
DXO Low light score 2434 2537
Other
Battery life 3780 photos 270 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL18a NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Dual CompactFlash or dual XQD SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Two 1
Cost at launch $6,500 $2,798