Sony NEX-5 vs Sony TF1

The following is a in-depth overview of the Sony NEX-5 versus Sony TF1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the NEX-5 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the NEX-5 (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The NEX-5 was manufactured 4 years prior to the TF1 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the NEX-5 scores vs the TF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha NEX-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-5 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Sony NEX-5 provides outer dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Sony NEX-5 versus Sony TF1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the NEX-5 vs the TF1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5 and TF1 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The picture here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NEX-5 and TF1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NEX-5 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony TF1 will resolve greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged NEX-5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.