Sony NEX-5T vs Sony QX10

Its time to take a deeper look at the Sony NEX-5T and Sony QX10, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Lens-style and both of them are sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the NEX-5T (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is fairly well matched but the NEX-5T (APS-C) and QX10 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The NEX-5T was introduced within a month of the QX10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the NEX-5T grades versus the QX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha NEX-5T and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The whole galleries are provided at Sony NEX-5T Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony NEX-5T provides 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) and the Sony QX10 has dimensions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Compare the Sony NEX-5T and Sony QX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the NEX-5T against the QX10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NEX-5T and QX10 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-5T and QX10.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NEX-5T having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony QX10 will resolve more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively.