Sony NEX-5N vs Nikon D7000
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony NEX-5N and Nikon D7000. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony NEX-5N is manufacturered by Sony but Nikon D7000 is from Nikon. Both Sony and Nikon are well known brands though.
Sony NEX-5N were released 2011 and Nikon D7000 was released 2010. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony NEX-5N | 2011 |
Nikon D7000 | 2010 |
Type of camera
Sony NEX-5N is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D7000 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony NEX-5N has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D7000 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony NEX-5N | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon D7000 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Sony NEX-5N has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D7000 has 16,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony NEX-5N |
16 MP
16032768 pixels 4912 x 3264 |
Nikon D7000 |
16,2 MP
16084992 pixels 4928 x 3264 |
Nikon D7000 has a 0 % larger resolution than Sony NEX-5N. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony NEX-5N | 100-25600 |
Nikon D7000 | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony NEX-5N
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D7000
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony NEX-5N can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds and Nikon D7000 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony NEX-5N | 10 |
Nikon D7000 | 6 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony NEX-5N and Nikon D7000 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Nikon D7000 weighs 780 gr (equal to 1.72 lb) which is 190% heavier than Sony NEX-5N and its 269 gr (or 0.59 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony NEX-5N | 269 gr 0.59 lb |
Nikon D7000 | 780 gr 1.72 lb |
Sony NEX-5N vs Nikon D7000 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony NEX-5N and Nikon D7000, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Sony NEX-5N |
Nikon D7000 |
Name | Sony NEX-5N | Nikon D7000 |
Manufacturer | Sony | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Sony NEX-5N |
Nikon D7000 |
Release Year | 2011 | 2010 |
Release Date | 2011-08-24 | 2010-09-15 |
MSRP | 599 USD | 1200 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony NEX-5N |
Nikon D7000 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Sony NEX-5N |
Nikon D7000 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4912 x 3264 pixels | 4928 x 3264 pixels |
Megapixels | 16 MP | 16,2 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz | EXPEED 2 |
Image |
Sony NEX-5N |
Nikon D7000 |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony NEX-5N |
Nikon D7000 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 25 | 39 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony NEX-5N |
Nikon D7000 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 920000 | 921000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95× (0.63× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Sony NEX-5N |
Nikon D7000 |
Frames per second | 10 fps | 6 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony NEX-5N |
Nikon D7000 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
AVCHD |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony NEX-5N |
Nikon D7000 |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony NEX-5N |
Nikon D7000 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control |
Yes (optional RMT-DSLR1)
|
Yes (Optional, wired or wireless) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony NEX-5N |
Nikon D7000 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
ithium-Ion NPFW50 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 460 shots | 1050 shots |
Width | 111 mm | 132 mm |
Height | 59 mm | 105 mm |
Depth | 38 mm | 77 mm |
Weight | 269 gram | 780 gram |