Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony NEX-5T

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Sony NEX-5T, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is relatively well matched but the SP-820UZ (1/2.3") and NEX-5T (APS-C) posses different sensor size.

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The SP-820UZ was introduced 12 months prior to the NEX-5T and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the SP-820UZ matches up against the NEX-5T in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-820UZ provides external measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5T has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Sony NEX-5T in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-820UZ against the NEX-5T.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-820UZ and NEX-5T is 69 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-820UZ and NEX-5T.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SP-820UZ with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony NEX-5T will resolve greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SP-820UZ is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.