Samsung WB150F vs Sony NEX-5R

In this article, we are reviewing the Samsung WB150F versus Sony NEX-5R, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB150F (14MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is very comparable but the WB150F (1/2.3") and NEX-5R (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The WB150F was introduced 7 months prior to the NEX-5R which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the WB150F scores versus the NEX-5R for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB150F & Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB150F Gallery & Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB150F features outside dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5R has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the WB150F versus the NEX-5R.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WB150F and NEX-5R is 93 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The photograph below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WB150F and NEX-5R.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The WB150F using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony NEX-5R will provide more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older WB150F will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.