Sony NEX-5T vs Sony ZV-E1
Portability
89 Imaging
57 Features
79 Overall
65
89 Imaging
57 Features
79 Overall
65
Portability
80 Imaging
66 Features
89 Overall
75
80 Imaging
66 Features
89 Overall
75
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs
Sony NEX-5T
(Full Review)
(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
- Released August 2013
- Replaced the Sony NEX-5R
Sony ZV-E1
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
- Announced March 2023
Photography Glossary Sony NEX-5T vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview
Following is a extended review of the Sony NEX-5T vs Sony ZV-E1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and both are produced by Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the NEX-5T (16MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the NEX-5T (APS-C) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.
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Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the NEX-5T scores versus the ZV-E1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Sony ZV-E1
| NEX-5T | ZV-E1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Sony NEX-5T
| ZV-E1 | NEX-5T | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | March 2023 |  | August 2013 | More modern by 116 months |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen resolution | 1037k |  | 922k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Sony NEX-5T and Sony ZV-E1
| NEX-5T | ZV-E1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3.00" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Both good for selfies | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony NEX-5T features outside measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Sony ZV-E1 has measurements of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the NEX-5T vs the ZV-E1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-5T and ZV-E1 is 89 and 80 respectively.
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-5T and ZV-E1.
Clearly, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NEX-5T having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Sony NEX-5T will deliver extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged NEX-5T is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Portrait Comparison
Sony NEX-5T Portrait photography factors
Sony ZV-E1 Portrait photography factors
focusing manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has face detection focus
exports RAW formats
focusing manually
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports face detection autofocus
delivers RAW formats
low megapixels (12MP)
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Sony ZV-E1 Street photography features
has a tilting screen
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
supports touch focus
very good high ISO (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
comes with focus by touch
weather proofing
lighter than others in class (483 grams)
good ISO range (102,400)
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Sony NEX-5T Sports photography information
Sony ZV-E1 Sports photography information
MP count good (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
supports phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
silent shutter (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
weather proofing
great battery life (570 CIPA)
comes with phase detect autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/s)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Sony NEX-5T Travel photography factors
Sony ZV-E1 Travel photography factors
supports touch focus
MP count good (16 megapixels)
selfie friendly screen
no Time Lapse mode
great battery life (570 shots)
lighter than others in class (483g)
weather proofing
supports bluetooth
comes with focus by touch
display is selfie friendly
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Sony NEX-5T Landscape photography factors
Sony ZV-E1 Landscape photography factors
focusing manually
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
very good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
no Time Lapse mode
focusing manually
change lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a decent size (3.00 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
good ISO range (102,400)
delivers RAW formats
weather proofing
great battery life (570 shots)
low megapixels (12MP)
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Sony NEX-5T as a Vlogging camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Vlogging camera
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen
has face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does not have image stabilization
no external mic port
display is selfie friendly
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detection autofocus
video res high (3840 x 1920 pixels)
does have external mic jack
lighter than others in class (483 grams)
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Sony NEX-5T vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications
| Sony Alpha NEX-5T | Sony ZV-E1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Sony | Sony |
| Model type | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | Sony ZV-E1 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Released | 2013-08-27 | 2023-03-29 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | 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 surface 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 Possible resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 4240 x 2832 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 409600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | - | 40 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 99 | 759 |
| Cross type focus points | 25 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Sony E | Sony E |
| Amount of lenses | 121 | 195 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3.00 inches |
| Screen resolution | 922k dot | 1,037k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | - |
| Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/160s | - |
| 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 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 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 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x1920 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 276g (0.61 pounds) | 483g (1.06 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") | 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
| 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 images | 570 images |
| Battery format | 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 |
| Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
| Storage media | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $400 | $2,198 |