Sony NEX-5N vs Sony A6100

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Sony NEX-5N and Sony A6100, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the NEX-5N (16MP) and A6100 (24MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NEX-5N was released 9 years before the A6100 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the NEX-5N scores vs the A6100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha NEX-5N and Sony Alpha a6100. The complete galleries are available at Sony NEX-5N Gallery and Sony A6100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony NEX-5N features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony A6100 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Examine the Sony NEX-5N and Sony A6100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the NEX-5N vs the A6100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5N and A6100 is 89 and 81 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-5N and A6100.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony A6100 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged NEX-5N will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.