Sony NEX-5T vs Sony a3500
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Sony NEX-5T vs Sony a3500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Revealed August 2013
- Older Model is Sony NEX-5R
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Revealed March 2014
- Old Model is Sony A3000
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Following is a in depth review of the Sony NEX-5T vs Sony a3500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are offered by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-5T (16MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe NEX-5T was announced 6 months earlier than the a3500 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the NEX-5T matches up against the a3500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha NEX-5T & Sony Alpha a3500. The whole galleries are provided at Sony NEX-5T Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Sony a3500
| NEX-5T | a3500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony a3500 over the Sony NEX-5T
| a3500 | NEX-5T |
|---|
Common features in the Sony NEX-5T and Sony a3500
| NEX-5T | a3500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2013 |  | March 2014 | Similar age |
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen size |
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony a3500 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony NEX-5T has got external dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Sony a3500 has dimensions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the NEX-5T versus the a3500.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-5T and a3500 is 89 and 69 respectively.
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony a3500 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The image below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-5T and a3500.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony a3500 to offer you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively.
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Sony NEX-5T vs Sony a3500 Specifications
| Sony Alpha NEX-5T | Sony Alpha a3500 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
| Model type | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | Sony Alpha a3500 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2013-08-27 | 2014-03-21 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Bionz | BIONZ image |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 5456 x 3632 |
| Max native ISO | 25600 | 16000 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 99 | 25 |
| Cross type focus points | 25 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Sony E | Sony E |
| Total lenses | 121 | 121 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 922k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.47x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO100) | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/160 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | AVCHD, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 276 grams (0.61 pounds) | 411 grams (0.91 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 78 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.0 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 1015 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 330 pictures | 470 pictures |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NPFW50 | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | - |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $400 | $398 |
