Sony NEX-5R vs Sony WX30

Here is a detailed comparison of the Sony NEX-5R versus Sony WX30, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-5R (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the NEX-5R (APS-C) and WX30 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The NEX-5R was unveiled 14 months later than the WX30 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the NEX-5R grades versus the WX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-5R & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are available at Sony NEX-5R Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony NEX-5R provides physical measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Sony WX30 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Sony NEX-5R versus Sony WX30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the NEX-5R and the WX30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-5R and WX30 is 89 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-5R and WX30.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The NEX-5R has got the bigger sensor which will make achieving bokeh simpler. The newer NEX-5R provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.