Sony NEX-5T vs Sony A6300

Below, we will be contrasting the Sony NEX-5T and Sony A6300, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the NEX-5T (16MP) and A6300 (24MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NEX-5T was introduced 3 years earlier than the A6300 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the NEX-5T scores versus the A6300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-5T and Sony Alpha a6300. The whole galleries are available at Sony NEX-5T Gallery and Sony A6300 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony NEX-5T has exterior 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 A6300 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

Contrast the Sony NEX-5T and Sony A6300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the NEX-5T compared to the A6300.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5T and A6300 is 89 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The visual here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-5T and A6300.

All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony A6300 to offer you greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older NEX-5T is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.