Samsung SL720 vs Sony NEX-5

In this write-up, we are looking at the Samsung SL720 vs Sony NEX-5, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SL720 (12MP) and the NEX-5 (14MP) is very similar but the SL720 (1/2.3") and NEX-5 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The SL720 was introduced 10 months prior to the NEX-5 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SL720 matches up vs the NEX-5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL720 and Sony Alpha NEX-5. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL720 offers outer dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5 has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung SL720 vs Sony NEX-5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SL720 versus the NEX-5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL720 and NEX-5 is 94 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SL720 and NEX-5.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SL720 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony NEX-5 will deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged SL720 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.