Samsung CL5 vs Sony a5000

Here is a extended analysis of the Samsung CL5 versus Sony a5000, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and a5000 (20MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and a5000 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The CL5 was brought out 5 years prior to the a5000 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the CL5 grades vs the a5000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL5 & Sony Alpha a5000. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung CL5 Gallery & Sony a5000 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung CL5 has physical dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony a5000 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the CL5 against the a5000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the CL5 and a5000 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL5 and a5000.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The CL5 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Sony a5000 will offer you greater detail having its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older CL5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.