Sony NEX-5R vs Sony A58
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Sony NEX-5R vs Sony A58 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Released August 2012
- Superseded the Sony NEX-5N
- Refreshed by Sony NEX-5T
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 16000 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 492g - 129 x 95 x 78mm
- Launched November 2013
- Superseded the Sony A57
Sony NEX-5R vs Sony A58 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Sony NEX-5R and Sony A58, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the NEX-5R (16MP) and the A58 (20MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NEX-5R was introduced 15 months prior to the A58 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the NEX-5R grades against the A58 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony NEX-5R vs Sony A58 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha NEX-5R and Sony SLT-A58. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-5R Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5R over the Sony A58
NEX-5R | A58 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A58 over the Sony NEX-5R
A58 | NEX-5R | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | August 2012 | Newer by 15 months |
Common features in the Sony NEX-5R and Sony A58
NEX-5R | A58 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Sony NEX-5R vs Sony A58 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Sony NEX-5R has got outer 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) whilst the Sony A58 has specifications of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).
Analyze the Sony NEX-5R and Sony A58 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the NEX-5R against the A58.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5R and A58 is 89 and 68 respectively.
Sony NEX-5R vs Sony A58 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NEX-5R and A58.
As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony A58 to provide more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged NEX-5R will be behind in sensor tech.
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Sony NEX-5R vs Sony A58 Specifications
Sony Alpha NEX-5R | Sony SLT-A58 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha NEX-5R | Sony SLT-A58 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2012-08-29 | 2013-11-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 16000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 99 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony E | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 121 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Tilt Up 180� Down 50� TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.65x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/160s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 276 gr (0.61 pounds) | 492 gr (1.08 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") | 129 x 95 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 78 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.1 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 910 | 753 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 690 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NPFW50 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) | - |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $750 | $645 |