Olympus E-PL9 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Olympus E-PL9 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 380g - 117 x 68 x 39mm
- Launched February 2018
- Older Model is Olympus E-PL8
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Announced August 2013
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-5R
Olympus E-PL9 vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus E-PL9 versus Sony NEX-5T, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-PL9 (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is very well matched but the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and NEX-5T (APS-C) have different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe E-PL9 was launched 4 years after the NEX-5T which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the E-PL9 grades versus the NEX-5T when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-PL9 vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL9 & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL9 over the Sony NEX-5T
E-PL9 | NEX-5T | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | August 2013 | Newer by 55 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 922k | Clearer display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Olympus E-PL9
NEX-5T | E-PL9 | |||
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Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL9 and Sony NEX-5T
E-PL9 | NEX-5T | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-PL9 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL9 offers physical measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5T has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
See the Olympus E-PL9 versus Sony NEX-5T in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PL9 against the NEX-5T.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL9 and NEX-5T is 85 and 89 respectively.
Olympus E-PL9 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL9 and NEX-5T.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same resolution but different sensor dimensions. The E-PL9 contains the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field more challenging. The fresher E-PL9 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-PL9 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL9 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PL9 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-02-08 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VIII | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 99 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.6 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.60 m (at ISO 200) | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash options | Auto, manual, redeye reduction, slow sync w/redeye reduction, slow sync , slow sync 2nd-curtain, fill-in, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 380g (0.84 lb) | 276g (0.61 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 330 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $599 | $400 |