Olympus SP-100 vs Sony NEX-5R

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus SP-100 vs Sony NEX-5R, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is relatively well matched but the SP-100 (1/2.3") and NEX-5R (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.

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The SP-100 was brought out 18 months after the NEX-5R which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SP-100 grades against the NEX-5R with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 & Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery & Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-100 offers exterior dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") having a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5R has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-100 vs the NEX-5R.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-100 and NEX-5R is 63 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The pic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-100 and NEX-5R.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The SP-100 has got the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher. The more recent SP-100 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.