Nikon Z fc vs Sony NEX-5R

The following is a comprehensive review of the Nikon Z fc vs Sony NEX-5R, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and NEX-5R (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Z fc was manufactured 8 years after the NEX-5R which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the Z fc grades against the NEX-5R in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z fc and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z fc features outer measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5R has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Z fc versus the NEX-5R.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z fc and NEX-5R is 79 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The image below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z fc and NEX-5R.

All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon Z fc to offer more detail due to its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Z fc provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.