Sony a5100 vs Sony HX50V

Below, we will be matching up the Sony a5100 and Sony HX50V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Sony. The resolution of the a5100 (24MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is relatively similar but the a5100 (APS-C) and HX50V (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The a5100 was launched 16 months later than the HX50V which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the a5100 grades against the HX50V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha a5100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony a5100 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony a5100 enjoys external dimensions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Sony a5100 and Sony HX50V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the a5100 and the HX50V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the a5100 and HX50V is 89 and 89 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the a5100 and HX50V.

As you can see, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The a5100 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony a5100 will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent a5100 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.