Olympus VH-515 vs Sony NEX-5T

Here is a in depth analysis of the Olympus VH-515 vs Sony NEX-5T, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the VH-515 (12MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) and the VH-515 (1/2.3") and NEX-5T (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The VH-515 was released 12 months earlier than the NEX-5T so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VH-515 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the VH-515 grades versus the NEX-5T in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-515 and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-515 Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VH-515 provides exterior dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5T has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VH-515 vs Sony NEX-5T in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the VH-515 versus the NEX-5T.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the VH-515 and NEX-5T is 95 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the VH-515 and NEX-5T.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The VH-515 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony NEX-5T will give more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older VH-515 is going to be behind in sensor technology.