Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA
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![Sony Alpha NEX-5T front Sony Alpha NEX-5T front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-NEX-5T/Sony-NEX-5T-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V(A)/Sony-RX100-VA-front.jpg)
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Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA 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
- Released August 2013
- Superseded the Sony NEX-5R
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Launched July 2018
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Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA Overview
Following is a complete analysis of the Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-5T (16MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is very close but the NEX-5T (APS-C) and RX100 VA (1") provide different sensor sizes.
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The NEX-5T was manufactured 5 years before the RX100 VA which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the NEX-5T grades vs the RX100 VA when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-5T & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The entire galleries are available at Sony NEX-5T Gallery & Sony RX100 VA Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Sony RX100 VA
NEX-5T | RX100 VA | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VA over the Sony NEX-5T
RX100 VA | NEX-5T | |||
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Launched | July 2018 | ![]() | August 2013 | More modern by 59 months |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 922k | Sharper display (+307k dot) |
Common features in the Sony NEX-5T and Sony RX100 VA
NEX-5T | RX100 VA | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony NEX-5T enjoys outside measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VA has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Look at the Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the NEX-5T and the RX100 VA.
![Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA size comparison Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-NEX-5T-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V(A)-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-5T and RX100 VA is 89 and 89 respectively.
![Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA top view buttons comparison Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-NEX-5T-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V(A)-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The picture underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-5T and RX100 VA.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NEX-5T due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony RX100 VA will render greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged NEX-5T will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
![Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA sensor size comparison Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Alpha-NEX-5T-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V(A)-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-NEX-5T-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-V(A)-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sony NEX-5T vs Sony RX100 VA Specifications
Sony Alpha NEX-5T | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-08-27 | 2018-07-13 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 99 | 315 |
Cross type focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 121 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 24.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO100) | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 276 grams (0.61 pounds) | 299 grams (0.66 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
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 photos | 220 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NPFW50 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $400 | $998 |