Sony Alpha NEX NEX5K/B Digital Camera with Interchangeable Lens - Black

 

Sony Alpha NEX NEX5K/B Digital Camera with Interchangeable Lens - Black

 

Product Description

Color: Black
From the Manufacturer
The NEX-5 has all picture quality of a DSLR, however it is about half the size, half the weight and far much less complex. Pulling off this minor miracle took some clever innovations in glass, silicon and computer software code. Sony Alpha NEX-5 Overview Larger Sensor, Superior Photographs
In technical terms, the APS-C image sensor is 13 times the size of the typical sensor. In human terms, you are going to be taking photographs, not snapshots. The larger sensor means softer backgrounds, for alot more desirable portraits. The NEX-5 is equipped with a powerful new 14.two-megapixel Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor, specially tuned to deliver uncompromising nonetheless-photo and movie image good quality. Equal in surface region and efficiency to the big, APS-C image sensors put to use in Sony's acclaimed a technique digital SLR cameras, it presents exceptionally wealthy tonal gradation and correct-to-life color. Proprietary Sony processing technologies are also incorporated directly into the sensor, assuring clean, low-noise signal output and ultra high-speed information transfer. World's Smallest and Lightest
The NEX-5 delivers the excellent of a DSLR in a camera that's ready to go wherever you go. In fact, this is the world's smallest, lightest interchangeable lens digital camera (as of April 2010). It is roughly half the size and weight of Sony's smallest, lightest DSLR, the a230. Equipped with an image sensor that is 13 instances the size of the typical compact camera's sensor, a NEX cameras turn snapshots into photographs. The bigger sensor implies pictures with softer background that make your subject stand out and stunning low-light shots. Anticipate Extra from a CameraSony has normally recognized that a digital camera could take photographs in approaches that film cameras never dreamed of. That's why we've produced new capabilities to take your photography additional than ever. These consist of Sweep Panorama, Auto HDR, Handheld Twilight and Anti Motion Blur modes. Thanks to their effective Exmor CMOS image sensor and BIONZ image processing engine, each these cameras can offer high-speed continuous shooting at up to 7 fps (approx.) in Speed Priority Continuous mode, and at up to two.3 fps (approx.) in Continuous Advance mode. In addition, their 10-second self-timer also has a 3-shot continuous shooting setting. High Def, Not Half Def
Numerous cameras take HD films, but not so a number of offer you the identical Complete HD 1080-line resolution as most broadcast HD networks. And fairly couple of have the identical 60i frame rate for fluid, natural motion. In fact, this is the world's first interchangeable lens digital nevertheless camera with 1080/60i HD movies1. When you're shooting films in AF mode with an E-mount lens, the camera smoothly adjusts concentrate and exposure in response to changes in the scene, and you can use the control wheel to instantaneously adjust exposure compensation on the fly. If desired, you can also preselect white balance and Creative Style settings ahead of movie recording begins. The Creativity of Modifying LensesThe beauty of SLR photography is the potential to transform lenses to match your shooting situation. Now Sony brings that beauty to a compact camera. The NEX-5 provides you a option of devoted E-mount lenses, plus a choice of 28 A-mount lenses by way of an adaptor, sold separately. Sophistication Produced Hassle-free
Some cameras bristle with knobs, buttons and dials. The NEX-five replaces them with a basic turn-and-click Manage Wheel and a pair of Soft Keys. These give you uncomplicated access to the complete power of digital photography. To make understanding even a lot easier, Sony consists of an On-Screen Assist Guide and On-Screen Tips and hints. Automatically apply exposure values and Scene Selection modes that are optimized to suit each scene. What's extra, they mix this complete-auto convenience with a Background Defocus Manage function that lets you get pleasure from a single of the biggest creative advantages of interchangeable lens photography--the ability to defocus the background to make your key topic stand out from the scene. Just press and rotate the control wheel to set the level of background defocusing you want--it's easy and intuitive due to the fact you can confirm the level of defocusing on the LCD monitor in true-time. The major menu features six clearly labeled icons that can be chosen simply by rotating and pressing the control wheel. Inside, regular scrolling menus provide speedy access to settings for shooting and playback functions, as properly as a host of other user preferences and camera settings. The wide-screen format of the LCD monitor also contributes to enhanced menu legibility, so text and icons are always uncomplicated to see and choose.
The overall performance of a DSLR, in about half the size and weight.five The NEX-five is the interchangeable lens camera that goes wherever you do. Delight in Complete HD 1080/60i films,2 astounding low-light pictures, continuous shooting up to 7 fps, incredible panorama shots, and Live View on a tilting 3.-inch6 LCD. The lens included is Supplied lens is - SEL1855. SEL1855 Interchangeable and E-mount lens .

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.8 x 8.7 x 4.7 inches ; 2 pounds


• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds


• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.


• ASIN: B003MPWBB6


• Item model number: NEX5K/B
  

Customer Reviews

Individuals, I Enjoy this camera. I bought it thinking there was an 85% likelihood I was going to return it, but am pleased to tell you that as soon as I uploaded my initial pictures, I was smitten. I was most worried about picture excellent, given that I had previously owned a Sony a200 and a700, and ended up selling both for a Canon and Nikon, for the reason that the image quality just wasn't up to snuff. My most latest camera was a D300s and I would say that the nex5 performs almost as well as it in most scenarios and even superior in a couple of. And the nex5 video blows the D300s out of the water! Undoubtedly everyone has various requirements and preferences from their camera so all I can do is tell you what my needs were and why the nex5 is so amazing for them.
The image quality was the most vital thing for me, which was even more than adequate so the next most important criteria was the LCD. The LCD on my D300s was a full joke, as I couldn't see squat on that thing in even moderate sunlight. This was really frustrating but considering that it was based on an OVF anyway, I just dealt with it. But I started my photography in this digital age on a Canon S2IS which had a swivelling screen and complete-time reside-view, and honestly, I've missed that system of taking photos ever considering that I moved up to dSLR's. The two items that I wanted most out of the LCD on the nex5 had been sufficient visibility in vibrant sunlight, and real-time exposure compensation, so that you know Exactly what your picture would appear like prior to you take it. It passed both of these tests with flying colors. The second day I had it, my wife and I went fishing on the river, in the afternoon sun. Live view photography would have been impossible on my D300s but I had no troubles with the nex5. Recognize that it will get a little washed out, but I was nonetheless able to compose as properly as I required and set exposure almost spot on. When I got house and uploaded my pics, this was confirmed for me as they just looked wonderful. The most beneficial element about it was knowing that I would not have gotten any of those shots with my D300s, simply simply because I wouldn't have brought the dang thing because I already had a bunch of stuff to carry. The sony just fit in my pocket (cargo pocket, with 18-55) and was out of the way until necessary.
The other good things about this little guy are the ISO efficiency, which is ridiculous (superior than D300s) and the high-speed continuous mode. Just to be straight on this, it will take 7, full-resolution photos a second, but locks exposure and focus. If you want it to refocus and adjust exposure, the most beneficial it can do is about two 1/2. Of course there is the panoramic mode (have not attempted it), HDR mode (don't like it), and twilight mode (don't like it). Oh yeah, and I love the detachable flash which is solid as a rock when attached, but since I hardly ever do flash-photography, I adore to be in a position to get it out of the way for the majority of the time.
For me this is the greatest camera on the marketplace suitable now. I tested it against the Lumix G2 and believed the image top quality is noticeably better on the Sony (I do consider focus is more rapidly on the G2 though - surely a terrific camera as well), not to mention the form factor is so a lot smaller! But, with all that mentioned, I completely plan on selling it in the fall when the new batch of cameras come out considering that there are a couple of things that the nex5 does not have that I desperately want.
1st of all, the menu sucks. There is no way about it - if you ever attempt to transform the settings, you are going to be frustrated by it. I could reside with that, but there are other things missing. As really good as the LCD is, I certainly want an EVF, even if I have to have a slightly bigger body. I also actually want just a handful of a lot more buttons, namely: ISO, Focus lock, AE lock, but I do like the minimalist approach, due to the fact I absolutely hate the millions of buttons that Canon and Nikon throw on their cameras. As I mentioned, the video is incredibly fantastic, and although it does have an exposure control, so you can boost or decrease the brightness by two stops at any time (sort of neat), I require full manual control more than video. The only other issues that I do not definitely like are just nagging points that I could live with, but I am hoping will boost in my next purchase, they are: battery life, screen blackout, and shutter noise. Battery life goes definitely quick on this camera and spares are ridiculously priced at $70, but I can fully grasp that it takes a lot of juice to run that screen, so I could reside with it. The screen does black out when you take photographs for what appears just a hair also long. It's not terrible, and for a $700 camera it is essentially especially fantastic, but it is just one thing that would bother me in the lengthy run. The shutter is surprisingly loud. The first day I got it I took a image of my wife taking a nap on the couch and it actually woke her up! I am not saying it sounds like a freight train, but unfortunately, I like taking incognito photographs in crowded locations and would certainly have to be a small a lot more cautious with this small guy.
So, all in all, this is my favored camera I've ever owned. I mention that I program on promoting it only because I know that the evolution will be to bring far more and additional functions to this little sized, mirrorless style camera, otherwise I would not. If I had to pick in between each camera out there appropriate now, I'd pick out this one each time. But I am keeping a keen eye out for the nex7 and gh2 that should really be coming out this fall, and guess that a single of those cameras will be fairly much best for me.
UPDATE
Now that they've started manufacturing adapters for the NEX, I got myself a Canon FD lens adapter which has certainly taken the camera to a entire new level. Realize that you will only have manual concentrate with any adapter but Sony tends to make it quite hassle-free by dedicating the bottom button to MF Help which zooms in so you can make positive that your concentrate is sharp! Even though some of the lenses dwarf the tiny small NEX, it nonetheless handles fairly comfortably and efficiently. If you like this camera but are frustrated with the selection (or lack of) of lenses, check out the solutions on ebay - those old lenses are a actual bargain now.

I have had this camera now for three weeks and its definitely amazing general.
Pros
- Very compact and light - not fairly the size of a compact camera but fairly close. With the 16mm lens you can simply slip it into a jacket pocket or carry it in a small case. But it feels incredibly substantial and has superb ergonomics. Carrying about a DSLR is such a discomfort when I am hiking or walking around a city but this is a piece of cake. It also hangs from your neck with the lens pointed down so you do not bump into points with it.
- Articulating screen lets you shoot from the hip (literally). Screen is also super high resolution and what you see on the screen is quite a lot what you get with the image which is stunning for a non SLR camera.
- Brilliant photographs - amazing colors, good top quality, 14m pixels actually produces clear photographs. Superb depth of field. The exact same sensor as identified in a considerably bigger DSLR. Seldom will need to use the flash due to the fact the sensor is so very good.
- RAW help as well as JPEG
- 1080 videos are spectacular and sounds high quality is very fine
- All of the controls are just a few clicks away on the interface to transform the ISO, aperture, and so on.
- Some genuinely neat functions such as HDR (takes three pictures with varying settings automatically to create pictures with alot more contrast and shadows), automatically takes a picture when somebody smiles (honestly!), panoramic photographs with ease (despite the fact that takes some practice)
Cons
- Battery life is lousy. I could possibly have a negative battery and I named Sony and they are sending me a new a single for absolutely free.
- RAW files at present cant be viewed by iPhoto, Photoshop, and so on. but you can view them implementing Sony's software. This will need to modify in the near future.
- Limited lens selection proper now - once more this ought to adjust
- Most of the computer software that comes with the camera is Computer-only (like firmware updates!) and not attainable for the Mac (but the key applications that do come with it are mac compatible)
All in all, I am very glad I produced this obtain. I wanted a new DSLR but was tired of carrying about such a heavy piece of equipment. This is almost certainly a wonderful second camera for qualified photographers but for everybody else its just a definitely fantastic camera. Its excellent for consumers that want greater top quality than they can get from a compact but don't want all of the downsides of a DSLR.

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