Sony NEX-5T vs Sony H200

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Sony NEX-5T vs Sony H200, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the NEX-5T (16MP) and the H200 (20MP) is very similar but the NEX-5T (APS-C) and H200 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The NEX-5T was unveiled 8 months after the H200 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the NEX-5T grades versus the H200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-5T and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The full galleries are provided at Sony NEX-5T Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony NEX-5T offers exterior measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Sony H200 has sizing of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Look at the Sony NEX-5T vs Sony H200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the NEX-5T compared to the H200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NEX-5T and H200 is 89 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The picture below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-5T and H200.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NEX-5T having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony H200 will deliver more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern NEX-5T should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.