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Manufacturer: Sony Part number: NEX-5N/B
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- Bottom Line:
- An especially good option for people who want a relatively inexpensive ILC for shooting video, the Sony Alpha NEX-5N's photo quality's about the same as its cheaper sibling's.
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CNET editors' review
Sony Alpha NEX-5N (Body Only, Black) price range: $449.00
- Reviewed by: Lori Grunin
- Reviewed on: 09/14/2011
- Released on: 09/01/2011
The good: A small-bodied interchangeable-lens model with excellent video, the Sony Alpha NEX-5N also offers some nice features, including a tilting LCD, EVF port, and a hybrid touch-screen/traditional interface.
The bad: The user interface won't be to everyone's taste, and the body feels almost too small for the typical E-mount zoom lenses.
The bottom line: An especially good option for people who want a relatively inexpensive ILC for shooting video, the Sony Alpha NEX-5N's photo quality's about the same as its cheaper sibling's.
User reviews
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Great camera !! Not Enough Credit given!
by elkendier on September 15, 2011
Pros: It has great video but also great low light picture taking. The APS-C sensor really does well in low light.
Cons: Menus take getting used to
Summary: In her review she claims that there is equal if not better performance from cheaper cameras. I could not disagree more, although this isn't the same image quality as ...
Summary: In her review she claims that there is equal if not better performance from cheaper cameras. I could not disagree more, although this isn't the same image quality as my girlfriends 7D it still comes REALLY close and with a good lens, possible a Lecia with a lens adapter this could be a great camera for the avid SLR user on vacation.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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I love this Nex 5N (only black) from Fumfie.com
by floyd_ma on June 3, 2012
Pros: APS-C sensor. Light and small but functional.
Cons: Touch screen is not so sensitive as you hope.
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Ditch the Mirror
by NickHendrix on February 20, 2012
Pros: FANTASTIC image quality and low-light performance. Small, light, yet remarkably durable thanks to an alloy body. Easy to handle. Excellent quality rear screen. A++
Cons: Lack of lenses. I keep my Zeiss 24 on there ALL the time. I returned the Sony-branded zoom. There was just no comparison. Eagerly awaiting more Zeiss glass(Im looking at YOU portrait lens!)
Summary: If you've ever found yourself annoyed at having to hit the live view button all the time, and railed at having to tote around pounds of camera just to ...
Summary: If you've ever found yourself annoyed at having to hit the live view button all the time, and railed at having to tote around pounds of camera just to get a quality image then search no more! The 5n (with the ESSENTIAL Zeiss 24mm) is my favorite camera. If your nuts for zooms or viewfinders then there is a world of cameras out there you might like better. I wouldn't fret too much about the 5n vs. the 7. The 7 is bigger and noisier. The manual functionality is seamless on the 5n. It just takes a few minutes to get used to spending half a second pressing down to swap between F/stop and shutter. I put ISO on a quick button and im out the door!
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Little Guy, Big Heart
by softdrinks on September 16, 2011
Pros: IQ, Versatility, APS-C sensor all in its compact glory
Cons: No audio inputs, the lack of physical dials and buttons
Summary: I have to disagree as well. In regards to the sensor, the NEX-5N is in the same league as the Nikon D7000, Pentax K-5 (same APS-C 16.1 megapixel senor ...
Summary: I have to disagree as well. In regards to the sensor, the NEX-5N is in the same league as the Nikon D7000, Pentax K-5 (same APS-C 16.1 megapixel senor by Sony) The GF3 on the other hand is a 4/3 sensor. Much smaller, meaning less dynamic range and low light capabilities. It might as well be a good camera in its class but it's no better performer in IQ wise compared to the NEX-5N.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Sony
- Part number: NEX-5N/B
- Description: The performance of a DSLR, in about half the size and weight. The NEX-5N is the interchangeable lens camera that fits in your pocket. Enjoy Full HD 1080/60p or 24p movies, astounding low-light pictures, continuous shooting up to 10 fps, incredible panorama shots, and 3.0-inch tiltable Live View touch screen LCD.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Digital camera - Mirrorless system
- Enclosure Color Black
- Resolution 16.1 megapixels
- 3D Technology Yes
- Optical Sensor Type Exmor APS HD CMOS
- Total Pixels 16,700,000 pixels
- Effective Sensor Resolution 16,100,000 pixels
- Optical Sensor Size 15.6 x 23.5mm
- Field of View Crop Factor 1.5
- Sensor Dust Reduction Yes
- Sensor Features Dust Reduction (image sensor vibration),
Anti-Dust coating - Image Processor BIONZ
- Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
- Auto Focus Points (Zones) Qty 25
- AE/AF Control Subject-tracking AF
- Face Detection Smile Shutter,
Face Recognition,
Smile Capture - Digital Video Format AVCHD,
H.264 - Image Recording Format JPEG,
MPO,
RAW,
RAW + JPEG - Max Video Resolution 1920 x 1080
- AV Interfaces HDMI
Exposure & White Balance
- Light Sensitivity ISO auto (100-3200),
ISO 100-25600 - Exposure Metering Multi-segment,
Center-weighted,
Spot - Exposure Metering Zones 1200
- Exposure Modes Program,
Bulb,
Automatic,
Shutter-priority,
Manual,
Aperture-priority - Shooting Programs Sports mode,
Sunset,
Night portrait,
Handheld twilight,
Night view,
Macro,
Portrait mode,
Landscape - Special Effects Portrait,
Landscape,
Miniature,
Posterization,
Toy camera,
Pop Color,
Vivid,
Soft Focus,
Black & White,
HDR Painting,
Rich-tone monochrome,
Soft High-key,
Partial color,
High contrast monochrome,
Sunset,
Retro - White Balance Automatic,
Presets,
Custom - White Balance Presets Daylight,
Shade,
2500K - 9900K,
Fluorescent,
Incandescent,
Cloudy,
Flash - Max Shutter Speed 1/4000 sec
- Min Shutter Speed 30 sec
- Exposure Compensation ±3 EV range, in 1/3 EV steps
- Auto Exposure Bracketing 3 steps in 1/3 or 2/3 EV steps
- X-sync Speed 1/160 sec
- Exposure Range EV 0-20 ( ISO 100 )
Lens System
- Lens System Mounting Sony E-mount
Camera Flash
- Camera Flash Detachable flash
- Guide Number (m / ISO 100) 7
- Flash Modes Rear curtain sync,
Fill-in mode,
Slow synchro,
Auto mode,
Flash OFF mode,
Red-eye reduction - Features Flash +/- compensation,
AF illuminator - External Flash Name Sony HVL-F7S
Additional Features
- Continuous Shooting Speed 10 frames per second,
3 frames per second - Self Timer Delay 2 sec,
10 sec - Flash Terminal Hot shoe
- Additional Features Digital image rotation,
Intelligent AUTO (iAUTO),
Display brightness control,
24p Cinema Mode,
3D Sweep Panorama technology,
NR Slow Shutter,
Predictive Focus Control,
High ISO NR,
PRINT Image Matching,
Saturation control,
Date/time stamp,
Exif Print support,
AF lock,
DPOF support,
Sweep Panorama technology,
Face detection,
RGB primary color filter,
Built-in speaker,
Auto HDR mode,
AE lock,
Digital noise reduction,
Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 channel) recording,
Touch-screen control,
Histogram display,
Automatic display brightness adjustment,
Dynamic Range Optimizer,
Camera orientation detection,
LCD live view mode,
Built-in help guide,
Sharpness control,
Contrast control,
1080p Full HD movie recording,
USB 2.0 compatibility Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type None
Display
- Type 3 in LCD display
- Display Features Folding
Microphone
- Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Hi-Speed USB,
1 x HDMI output
Software
- Software Sony Image Data Lightbox SR,
Drivers & Utilities,
Sony Image Data Converter SR,
Sony Picture Motion Browser System Requirements for PC Connection
- Operating System Support MS Windows XP SP3,
MS Windows Vista SP2,
MS Windows 7 SP1,
Apple Mac OS X 10.3 - 10.6 - Peripheral Devices USB port,
CD-ROM drive Miscellaneous
- Microsoft Certifications Compatible with Windows 7
- Included Accessories Battery charger,
USB cable,
Shoulder strap,
Body cap,
Flash carrying case Battery
- Supported Battery Sony NP-FW50
- Supported Battery 1 x Sony NP-FW50 Li-ion rechargeable battery - 1080 mAh ( Included )
- Battery Life Details Photo shooting
Memory / Storage
- Memory Card Slot SD card,
Memory Stick PRO Duo card - Supported Memory Cards SDHC Memory Card,
SD Memory Card,
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,
SDXC Memory Card,
Memory Stick PRO Duo,
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX - Image Storage Standard JPEG,
Fine RAW 4912 x 3264,
4912 x 2760,
3568 x 2368,
3568 x 2000,
2448 x 1624,
2448 x 1376 - Video Capture AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 28Mbps,
AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 24Mbps,
AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 17Mbps,
AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 24Mbps,
AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 17Mbps,
H.264 - 1440 x 1080 - 12Mbps,
H.264 - 640 x 480 - 3Mbps Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
Dimensions & Weight
- Width 4.4 in
- Depth 1.5 in
- Height 2.3 in
- Weight 7.4 oz
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 104 °F
Product series
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Sony Alpha NEX-5N (Body Only, Black)
Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: 16.1 megapixels,
15.6 x 23.5mm,
Exmor APS HD CMOS -
Sony Alpha NEX-5N (with 18-55mm lens, Black)
Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: 16.1 megapixels,
3 x,
27 - 82.5mm F/3.5,
15.6 x 23.5mm,
Exmor APS HD CMOS,
Optical (Steady Shot) -
Sony Alpha NEX-5N (Body Only, Silver)
Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: 16.1 megapixels,
15.6 x 23.4mm,
Exmor APS HD CMOS -
Sony Alpha NEX-5N (with 18-55mm lens, Silver)
Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: 16.1 megapixels,
3 x,
27 - 82.5mm F/3.5,
15.6 x 23.5mm,
Exmor APS HD CMOS,
Optical (Steady Shot) -
Sony Alpha NEX-5N (with 18-55mm lens, White)
Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: 16.1 megapixels,
3 x,
27 - 82.5mm F/3.5,
15.6 x 23.4mm,
Exmor APS HD CMOS,
Optical (Steady Shot)
Accessories
Manufacturer info
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- Address:
16765 W. Bernardo Dr., San Diego, CA 92127 - Phone: 1-877-865-SONY
- Email: contact@sel.sony.com
- Fax: 941-768-7790
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