Olympus E-M10 II vs Sony NEX-5N

Below, we will be matching up the Olympus E-M10 II versus Sony NEX-5N, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-M10 II (16MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is relatively well matched but the E-M10 II (Four Thirds) and NEX-5N (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-M10 II was unveiled 3 years after the NEX-5N which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M10 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the E-M10 II grades vs the NEX-5N in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M10 II and Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M10 II Gallery and Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M10 II enjoys exterior measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5N has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-M10 II versus Sony NEX-5N in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the E-M10 II versus the NEX-5N.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M10 II and NEX-5N is 82 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M10 II and NEX-5N.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The E-M10 II includes the tinier sensor which will make achieving bokeh more challenging. The newer E-M10 II is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.