Sony NEX-5R vs Sony NEX-5T

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Sony NEX-5R vs Sony NEX-5T

APS-C 366.6mm²
16.1 megapixels
ISO 100 - 25,600

Go in depth with our full Sony NEX-5R Review.

APS-C 366.6mm²
16.1 megapixels
ISO 100 - 25,600

Go in depth with our full Sony NEX-5T Review.
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Succeeded by the Sony NEX-5T

Succeeded by the Sony A5100
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Differences

Sony NEX-5R advantages over Sony NEX-5T

Sony NEX-5T advantages over Sony NEX-5R

Higher effective ISO

Higher effective ISO

Maximum effective ISO is an estimate of the highest sensitivity at which a camera can capture excellent quality photos.

Cameras with higher effective ISO will be better choices for indoor photography, night shooting, and indoor sports photography, especially if you intend to make large prints.

You can learn more at our glossary entry.

Maximum effective ISO test data courtesy of DxO Mark.
NEX-5T test data on DxO Mark NEX-5R test data on DxO Mark

1,015 vs 910 iso
Take photos in low light with less noise
Wider angle kit lens
24 mm vs 27 mm
Capture more of the scene with the included lens

Similarities

Common Strengths

Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Touchscreen
Both provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
In-camera panoramas
Both provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Tiltable Screen
Both provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
On-sensor phase detect
Both provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Eye-level viewfinder
Neither provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Neither provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Internal flash
Neither provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
External Mic Jack
Neither provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Sony NEX-C3

Sony NEX-5R

Sony NEX-C3

$499
APS-C

Focus peaking
Touchscreen

$559
APS-C

Less expensive
Higher effective ISO

Compare Sony NEX-5R vs Sony NEX-C3

Sony NEX-5T

Sony NEX-C3

$299
APS-C

Focus peaking
Touchscreen

$559
APS-C

Less expensive
Longer stills battery life

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Compared to Sony NEX-5N

Sony NEX-5R

Sony NEX-5N

$499
APS-C

Focus peaking
Touchscreen

$700
APS-C

Higher effective ISO
Longer stills battery life

Compare Sony NEX-5R vs Sony NEX-5N

Sony NEX-5T

Sony NEX-5N

$299
APS-C

Focus peaking
Touchscreen

$700
APS-C

Longer stills battery life

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Compared to Canon EOS M

Sony NEX-5R

Canon EOS M

$499
APS-C

Lens selection
Focus peaking

$600
APS-C

Less expensive
External Mic Jack

Compare Sony NEX-5R vs Canon EOS M

Sony NEX-5T

Canon EOS M

$299
APS-C

Lens selection
Focus peaking

$600
APS-C

Less expensive
More telephoto lens reach

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Compared to Sony NEX-3N

Sony NEX-5R

Sony NEX-3N

$499
APS-C

Touchscreen
Built-in Wi-Fi

$499
APS-C

Less expensive
Higher effective ISO

Compare Sony NEX-5R vs Sony NEX-3N

Sony NEX-5T

Sony NEX-3N

$299
APS-C

Touchscreen
Built-in Wi-Fi

$499
APS-C

Less expensive
Longer stills battery life

Compare Sony NEX-5T vs Sony NEX-3N

Compared to Sony A5000

Sony NEX-5R

Sony A5000

$499
APS-C

Touchscreen
On-sensor phase detect

$298
APS-C

Higher effective ISO
Longer stills battery life

Compare Sony NEX-5R vs Sony A5000

Sony NEX-5T

Sony A5000

$299
APS-C

Touchscreen
On-sensor phase detect

$298
APS-C

Longer stills battery life
Internal flash

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