Sony NEX-5N vs Sony T110

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Sony NEX-5N and Sony T110, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both built by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-5N (16MP) and the T110 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the NEX-5N (APS-C) and T110 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The NEX-5N was unveiled 9 months later than the T110 so they are both 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 T110 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the NEX-5N matches up versus the T110 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-5N and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T110. The full galleries are available at Sony NEX-5N Gallery and Sony T110 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Sony NEX-5N offers physical dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Sony T110 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Sony NEX-5N and Sony T110 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the NEX-5N compared to the T110.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-5N and T110 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-5N and T110.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The NEX-5N has the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF simpler. The more recent NEX-5N should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.