Sony NEX-5R vs Sony H55

Below, we are looking at the Sony NEX-5R versus Sony H55, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the NEX-5R (16MP) and the H55 (14MP) is very similar but the NEX-5R (APS-C) and H55 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The NEX-5R was brought out 2 years later than the H55 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H55 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the NEX-5R scores vs the H55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-5R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The entire galleries are available at Sony NEX-5R Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony NEX-5R features outside dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Sony H55 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Sony NEX-5R versus Sony H55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the NEX-5R vs the H55.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5R and H55 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the NEX-5R and H55.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NEX-5R due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony NEX-5R will offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The newer NEX-5R provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.