Sony NEX-5 vs Sony NEX-5R

Let's look much closer at the Sony NEX-5 vs Sony NEX-5R, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-5 (14MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NEX-5 was released 3 years prior to the NEX-5R which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the NEX-5 scores versus the NEX-5R with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-5 and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The complete galleries are provided at Sony NEX-5 Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony NEX-5 provides external measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5R has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Look at the Sony NEX-5 vs Sony NEX-5R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the NEX-5 against the NEX-5R.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5 and NEX-5R is 89 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-5 and NEX-5R.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony NEX-5R to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged NEX-5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.