Sony NEX-5R vs Sony A55

Below, we will be comparing the Sony NEX-5R versus Sony A55, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both created by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-5R (16MP) and the A55 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The NEX-5R was manufactured 2 years later than the A55 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the NEX-5R scores against the A55 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-5R & Sony SLT-A55. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-5R Gallery & Sony A55 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony NEX-5R provides physical 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 A55 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the NEX-5R versus the A55.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5R and A55 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The graphic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-5R and A55.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos however you should factor the age of the products into consideration. The fresher NEX-5R provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.