Samsung SL620 vs Sony NEX-5T

Following is a detailed analysis of the Samsung SL620 versus Sony NEX-5T, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SL620 (12MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) and the SL620 (1/2.3") and NEX-5T (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The SL620 was unveiled 5 years prior to the NEX-5T which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SL620 scores vs the NEX-5T in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL620 and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The full galleries are provided at Samsung SL620 Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL620 provides external dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5T has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SL620 compared to the NEX-5T.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SL620 and NEX-5T is 94 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SL620 and NEX-5T.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SL620 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sony NEX-5T will give you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged SL620 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.