Sony NEX-5R vs Sony RX100 VI

Its time to look more in depth at the Sony NEX-5R vs Sony RX100 VI, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-5R (16MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is relatively close but the NEX-5R (APS-C) and RX100 VI (1") boast different sensor sizes.

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The NEX-5R was unveiled 6 years prior to the RX100 VI and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the NEX-5R grades versus the RX100 VI in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-5R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The full galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-5R Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony NEX-5R provides physical dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VI has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Sony NEX-5R vs Sony RX100 VI in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the NEX-5R versus the RX100 VI.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NEX-5R and RX100 VI is 89 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NEX-5R and RX100 VI.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NEX-5R using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony RX100 VI will result in more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older NEX-5R will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.