Sony NEX-5T vs Sony a55
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony NEX-5T and Sony a55. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Sony.
Sony NEX-5T were released 2013 and Sony a55 was released 2010. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony NEX-5T | 2013 |
Sony a55 | 2010 |
Type of camera
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Sony APS-C") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony NEX-5T | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a55 | 75 mm Sony APS-C 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)
Resolution
Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Sony NEX-5T has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a55 has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony NEX-5T |
16 MP
16032768 pixels 4912 x 3264 |
Sony a55 |
16 MP
16032768 pixels 4912 x 3264 |
ISO range
Sony NEX-5T has a larger ISO-range than Sony a55. Sony NEX-5T has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Sony a55 has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony NEX-5T | 100-25600 |
Sony a55 | 100-12800 |
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-5T
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a55
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony NEX-5T can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds and Sony a55 can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony NEX-5T | 10 |
Sony a55 | 10 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony NEX-5T and Sony a55 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.
Sony a55 weighs 500 gr (equal to 1.1 lb) which is 81% heavier than Sony NEX-5T and its 276 gr (or 0.61 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony NEX-5T | 276 gr 0.61 lb |
Sony a55 | 500 gr 1.1 lb |
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony a55 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony NEX-5T and Sony a55, 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-5T |
Sony a55 |
Name | Sony NEX-5T | Sony a55 |
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Sony NEX-5T |
Sony a55 |
Release Year | 2013 | 2010 |
Release Date | 2013-08-27 | 2010-08-24 |
MSRP | 549 USD | 749 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony NEX-5T |
Sony a55 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | SLT |
Sensor |
Sony NEX-5T |
Sony a55 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4912 x 3264 pixels | 4912 x 3264 pixels |
Megapixels | 16 MP | 16 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz | Bionz |
Image |
Sony NEX-5T |
Sony a55 |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony NEX-5T |
Sony a55 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 25 | 15 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Sony A 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 |
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 |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony NEX-5T |
Sony a55 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 921600 | 921000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic (Optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.1× (0.73× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Sony NEX-5T |
Sony a55 |
Frames per second | 10 fps | 10 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 10 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony NEX-5T |
Sony a55 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD |
MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Sony NEX-5T |
Sony a55 |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony NEX-5T |
Sony a55 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (NFC & WiFi) |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | No | Yes (Optional) |
GPS | No |
Yes Built-in |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony NEX-5T |
Sony a55 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion NPFW50 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Rechargeable NP-FW50 battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 330 shots | 380 shots |
Width | 111 mm | 124 mm |
Height | 59 mm | 92 mm |
Depth | 39 mm | 85 mm |
Weight | 276 gram | 500 gram |