Sony NEX-5T vs Sony A6500

Here is a in-depth review of the Sony NEX-5T versus Sony A6500, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both offered by Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the NEX-5T (16MP) and A6500 (24MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The NEX-5T was revealed 4 years prior to the A6500 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the NEX-5T grades vs the A6500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha NEX-5T and Sony Alpha a6500. The full galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-5T Gallery and Sony A6500 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony NEX-5T has got exterior measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Sony A6500 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

Look at the Sony NEX-5T versus Sony A6500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the NEX-5T and the A6500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-5T and A6500 is 89 and 81 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-5T and A6500.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony A6500 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older NEX-5T will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.