Sony NEX-5T vs Sony A77
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Sony NEX-5T vs Sony A77 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
- Introduced August 2013
- Replaced the Sony NEX-5R
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 50 - 16000 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 732g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Introduced October 2011
- Older Model is Sony A700
- Replacement is Sony A77 II
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony A77 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Sony NEX-5T versus Sony A77, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are produced by Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the NEX-5T (16MP) and A77 (24MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe NEX-5T was manufactured 23 months later than the A77 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A77 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the NEX-5T grades vs the A77 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony A77 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha NEX-5T and Sony SLT-A77. The entire galleries are provided at Sony NEX-5T Gallery and Sony A77 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Sony A77
NEX-5T | A77 | |||
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Introduced | August 2013 | October 2011 | Fresher by 23 months | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 921k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A77 over the Sony NEX-5T
A77 | NEX-5T | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Sony NEX-5T and Sony A77
NEX-5T | A77 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly |
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony A77 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to 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") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Sony A77 has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).
Contrast the Sony NEX-5T versus Sony A77 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the NEX-5T against the A77.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5T and A77 is 89 and 59 respectively.
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony A77 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NEX-5T and A77.
To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony A77 to provide more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent NEX-5T will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Sony NEX-5T vs Sony A77 Specifications
Sony Alpha NEX-5T | Sony SLT-A77 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | Sony SLT-A77 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2013-08-27 | 2011-10-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 16000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 19 |
Cross focus points | 25 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony E | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 121 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO100) | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 276 gr (0.61 lb) | 732 gr (1.61 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 78 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | 24.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.0 | 13.2 |
DXO Low light score | 1015 | 801 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 470 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NPFW50 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $400 | $900 |