Sony NEX-5R vs Sony QX30

Below is a in depth analysis of the Sony NEX-5R versus Sony QX30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Lens-style and they are both sold by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-5R (16MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is fairly close but the NEX-5R (APS-C) and QX30 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The NEX-5R was revealed 24 months earlier than the QX30 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the NEX-5R scores against the QX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha NEX-5R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are available at Sony NEX-5R Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Sony NEX-5R features physical measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Sony QX30 has sizing of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Sony NEX-5R versus Sony QX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the NEX-5R vs the QX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-5R and QX30 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-5R and QX30.

As you can see, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NEX-5R using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Sony QX30 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The older NEX-5R will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.