Sony NEX-5T vs Sony W730

Below is a detailed analysis of the Sony NEX-5T versus Sony W730, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-5T (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the NEX-5T (APS-C) and W730 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The NEX-5T was unveiled 8 months later than the W730 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W730 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the NEX-5T grades versus the W730 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-5T and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The full galleries are provided at Sony NEX-5T Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony NEX-5T comes with exterior dimensions 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 W730 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Sony NEX-5T versus Sony W730 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the NEX-5T compared to the W730.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5T and W730 is 89 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-5T and W730.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor measurements. The NEX-5T has the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The more modern NEX-5T provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.