Sony NEX-5R vs Sony WX80

Here, we are comparing the Sony NEX-5R versus Sony WX80, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Sony. The sensor resolution of the NEX-5R (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is very well matched but the NEX-5R (APS-C) and WX80 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The NEX-5R was manufactured 4 months before the WX80 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the NEX-5R matches up vs the WX80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-5R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are provided at Sony NEX-5R Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony NEX-5R has got exterior measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Sony WX80 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the NEX-5R versus the WX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5R and WX80 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-5R and WX80.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The NEX-5R offers the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier.