Sony NEX-5T vs Sony A33

In this article, we are reviewing the Sony NEX-5T and Sony A33, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the NEX-5T (16MP) and the A33 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NEX-5T was launched 3 years after the A33 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the NEX-5T scores against the A33 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha NEX-5T & Sony SLT-A33. The complete galleries are available at Sony NEX-5T Gallery & Sony A33 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony NEX-5T features outside 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 A33 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

See the Sony NEX-5T and Sony A33 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the NEX-5T and the A33.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-5T and A33 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The pic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-5T and A33.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony NEX-5T to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger NEX-5T is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.