Sony NEX-5 vs Sony A35

On this page, we will be evaluating the Sony NEX-5 versus Sony A35, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are created by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-5 (14MP) and the A35 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NEX-5 was manufactured 15 months earlier than the A35 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the NEX-5 grades versus the A35 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-5 & Sony SLT-A35. The entire galleries are available at Sony NEX-5 Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony NEX-5 provides physical measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) whilst the Sony A35 has dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the NEX-5 versus the A35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-5 and A35 is 89 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-5 and A35.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony A35 to render more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older NEX-5 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.