Sony NEX-5N vs Sony H70

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Sony NEX-5N versus Sony H70, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Sony. The sensor resolution of the NEX-5N (16MP) and the H70 (16MP) is very close but the NEX-5N (APS-C) and H70 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The NEX-5N was brought out 9 months after the H70 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H70 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the NEX-5N matches up versus the H70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-5N and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-5N Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony NEX-5N has got external dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Sony H70 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Sony NEX-5N versus Sony H70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the NEX-5N and the H70.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the NEX-5N and H70 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-5N and H70.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but different sensor dimensions. The NEX-5N contains the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier. The younger NEX-5N provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.