Sony NEX-5T vs Sony FX3
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Sony NEX-5T vs Sony FX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Revealed August 2013
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-5R
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
- Launched February 2021

Sony NEX-5T vs Sony FX3 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Sony NEX-5T versus Sony FX3, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both built by Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the NEX-5T (16MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the NEX-5T (APS-C) and FX3 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor size.

The NEX-5T was launched 8 years prior to the FX3 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the NEX-5T scores versus the FX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Sony NEX-5T vs Sony FX3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha NEX-5T & Sony FX3. The complete galleries are provided at Sony NEX-5T Gallery & Sony FX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Sony FX3
NEX-5T | FX3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Sony NEX-5T
FX3 | NEX-5T | |||
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Launched | February 2021 | ![]() | August 2013 | More modern by 91 months |
Display type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 922k | Sharper display (+518k dot) |
Common features in the Sony NEX-5T and Sony FX3
NEX-5T | FX3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony NEX-5T enjoys 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 FX3 has dimensions of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).
Compare the Sony NEX-5T versus Sony FX3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the NEX-5T vs the FX3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5T and FX3 is 89 and 62 respectively.

Sony NEX-5T vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-5T and FX3.
Clearly, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NEX-5T due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony NEX-5T will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged NEX-5T will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Sony NEX-5T vs Sony FX3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sony NEX-5T vs Sony FX3 Specifications
Sony Alpha NEX-5T | Sony FX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | Sony FX3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2013-08-27 | 2021-02-23 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 409600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 99 | 759 |
Cross type focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony E | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 121 | 187 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.00 inches |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 276 gr (0.61 lbs) | 716 gr (1.58 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") | 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 78 | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.0 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 1015 | 3900 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 600 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NPFW50 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | One | Two |
Pricing at launch | $400 | $3,900 |