Sony Alpha NEX NEX5A/B Digital Camera with Interchangeable Lens (Black)

 

Sony Alpha NEX NEX5A/B Digital Camera with Interchangeable Lens (Black)

 

By : Sony
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Item Description

Color: Black
From the Manufacturer
The NEX-five has all image quality of a DSLR, but it really 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 software code. Sony Alpha NEX-5 Overview Bigger Sensor, Far better Images
In technical terms, the APS-C image sensor is 13 instances the size of the typical sensor. In human terms, you are going to be taking photographs, not snapshots. The bigger sensor implies softer backgrounds, for extra appealing portraits. The NEX-five is equipped with a powerful new 14.2-megapixel Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor, specially tuned to deliver uncompromising nevertheless-photo and movie image superior. Equal in surface area and performance to the big, APS-C image sensors used in Sony's acclaimed a program digital SLR cameras, it presents exceptionally rich 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 high quality 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's 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 spectacular low-light shots. Expect Even more from a CameraSony has normally recognized that a digital camera could take pictures in approaches that film cameras under no circumstances dreamed of. That is why we've designed new capabilities to take your photography additional than ever. These contain Sweep Panorama, Auto HDR, Handheld Twilight and Anti Motion Blur modes. Thanks to their potent Exmor CMOS image sensor and BIONZ image processing engine, each these cameras can offer you high-speed continuous shooting at up to 7 fps (approx.) in Speed Priority Continuous mode, and at up to 2.3 fps (approx.) in Continuous Advance mode. In addition, their 10-second self-timer also has a three-shot continuous shooting setting. High Def, Not Half Def
A number of cameras take HD movies, but not so quite a few offer you the same Full HD 1080-line resolution as most broadcast HD networks. And pretty couple of have the very same 60i frame rate for fluid, natural motion. In reality, this is the world's initial 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 instantly adjust exposure compensation on the fly. If desired, you can also preselect white balance and Inventive Style settings ahead of film recording starts. The Creativity of Altering LensesThe beauty of SLR photography is the potential to adjust lenses to match your shooting circumstance. Now Sony brings that beauty to a compact camera. The NEX-5 provides you a decision of devoted E-mount lenses, plus a option of 28 A-mount lenses via an adaptor, sold separately. Sophistication Created Relatively easy
Some cameras bristle with knobs, buttons and dials. The NEX-5 replaces them with a straightforward turn-and-click Manage Wheel and a pair of Soft Keys. These give you hassle-free access to the full energy of digital photography. To make learning even less difficult, Sony consists of an On-Screen Help Guide and On-Screen Suggestions. Automatically apply exposure values and Scene Choice modes that are optimized to suit each scene. What's significantly more, they combine this complete-automobile convenience with a Background Defocus Control function that lets you delight in one of the greatest inventive positive aspects of interchangeable lens photography--the ability to defocus the background to make your principal subject stand out from the scene. Just press and rotate the manage wheel to set the level of background defocusing you want--it really is straightforward and intuitive simply because you can confirm the level of defocusing on the LCD monitor in actual-time. The most important menu functions six clearly labeled icons that can be selected merely by rotating and pressing the control wheel. Inside, common scrolling menus produce fast 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 constantly quick to see and choose.
The efficiency of a DSLR, in about half the size and weight.5 The NEX-five is the interchangeable lens camera that goes wherever you do. Enjoy Full HD 1080/60i movies,2 astounding low-light pictures, continuous shooting up to 7 fps, outstanding panorama shots, and Reside View on a tilting three.-inch6 LCD.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.8 x 6.7 x 4.7 inches ; 1.8 pounds


• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)


• 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: B003MPN97Q


• Item model number: NEX5A/B
  

Consumer Evaluations

I purchased the Sony Alpha NEX five as a gift for someone with lots of artistic ability, but who is intimidated by the typical DSLR. So far, it appears like a superior choice.
For me, there had been 4 possibilities:
- The Sony NEX five
- Olympus E-PL1
- Panasonic GF1
- Leica X1 (I am a "red dot" softie)
In retrospect, I wish I had spent additional time thinking about a modest DSLR, such as the Nikon D3100. The price difference isn't as well outstanding, and it would have opened up the door to a much more versatile collection of lenses and accessories. The NEX 5 is about the most compact of any of the above though, so maybe the size versus quality trade-off will come in handy. The NEX 5 body is about 10 ounces - half the weight of most of the other people (despite the fact that it gets closer when you compare camera plus lens).
In terms of construction superior, I discovered the Sony to be particularly solid and well produced, even even though it is significantly more compact than its peers. The body is a mix of magnesium alloy and plastic components, and it feels rugged and comfortable in my hands. To be clear though, the Sony lenses seem really a bit larger than the competitors, and the mixture of a smaller body plus huge lens can appear quite weird till you get utilized to it.
Most of the camera's functions are only accessible via an substantial menu process. I use Nikon's DSLRs, but was able to adjust to the Sony menus pretty rapidly. Still, I feel the camera might have benefited from a couple of significantly more user-assignable buttons that let you maintain normally employed functions closer than wading through the menus. Otherwise, I located the operation pretty straightforward. The screen is big and easy to read, even in daylight. There are a lot of built-in tips to guide you via the alot more complex or seldom-applied characteristics...a further plus.
Speaking of lenses, Sony has the typical fixed 16mm wide-angle and an 18-55 zoom, with a 18-200 zoom supposedly coming soon. To their credit, Sony also makes an adapter that lets you use their DSLR lenses on the NEX 5, while you shed autofocus this way. To me, this is a massive plus, even with no autofocus. I discovered the pictures made by the 16mm to be fairly beneficial, but the 18-55 appears a small soft in the edges. It is also a slow f/six.3 at 55mm, which makes it a challenge to use in dark areas. Also, mainly because Sony is using a larger sensor, the 16mm appears really a bit wider (it really is like a 24mm in 35mm film camera equivalents) - awesome for landscapes, no so good for portraits.
As for image high-quality, the Sony uses a complete APS-C size sensor - the very same a single they use in their larger DSLRs - so it has an benefit over micro 4-thirds and any point-and-shoot, especially at high ISO in low light. I identified the pictures to be about what you'd count on from any modern camera: sharp, contrasty, vivid colors and so on. More to the point, they're about the very best you can get devoid of breaking out a high-end DSLR and pro-grade lenses, or breaking the bank on some thing like the Leica M9.
The NEX5 also has substantial video capabilities, and seems to be one of the handful of that can zoom, adjust exposure and so on though taking a video. I don't use video much so I won't comment further other than to say that it appears effectively implemented, simple to use and it produces especially high high quality outcomes.
Sony also bundles in all their usual wizardry, including their panorama and built-in HDR (High Dynamic Range) capabilities. You can do most of this in the laptop or computer right after the shoot, but it is good to also have this stuff in the camera to get a sense of how it may look. The NEX comes with a built-in flash that you can take away if you want to preserve the weight down as low as practical. It really is not the most powerful, but it is nice that Sony contains it with the camera rather than creating it an add-on.
In conclusion, I like the Sony a lot...it is little, quick to use and takes about the most effective images I've noticed for a total system weight beneath two pounds. My only gripe would be the relatively limited range of lenses and accessories accessible for it, but as a second camera for casual or travel use, it very likely deserves a spot in the bag.

I bought the Nex5 hoping to do video and nonetheless photography, but required the good quality compareable to my Canon XH A1 pro video camera. I was NOT disappointed with the Sony Nex5! The image good quality is superb. It is superb in outside light and indoor light. The fact that you can interchange lenses is a enormous plus due to the fact my broadcast high-quality camera cannot do that.
Funny issue is, I went to a photography shop to look at lenses and they scoffed at the size of the camera not recognizing it was a new item with incredibly high specs. Immediately after searching it up, they identified out that virtually every lens in the spot could fit it with the adapter I bought - and they stated the sensor was Massive for a camera that little.
The excellent of video is unreal. You have to see it to believe it. I bought a 500MM lens, a zoom lens 60-300MM, a 135MM lens and the wide angle lens that came with the camera. With those lenses, I have a fairly remarkable video camera. I also bought the mic attachment and will be getting the viewfinder attachment.
I took all sorts of video in daylight, at night and in a variety of circumstances. Given that the camera can be fully manual, it allowed me to set my ISO little and make adjustments so low light looked clear and crisp - dark, but clear and crisp. Don't set the ISO to high or you will get a lot of digital noise (gain) in your video. Since it shoots in 1080p 60i, the top quality is on par, if not improved, than my broadcast high quality video camera. In reality, I could swear it is actually more clear and larger good quality. Basically astounding.
The picture top quality is superb - 14MP is pretty massive, so your images look wonderful and can be made use of for complete page spreads in magazines! At the very same time, the lenses let me to realize every thing from up close macro shots to shooting a player's face from the stands at a ball game.
The screen is beautiful and tilts. It IS tough to see in direct sunlight, so the solution viewfinder is good for photography. For video, it is a bit tough, but doable. I wish there was a sun shade for it. The concentrate feature is good - the camera will zoom way in on a subject so you can appropriately concentrate. It works rather properly, even though I am applied to focusing making use of a viewfinder, so when I have the optional a single, my shots and video will be perfect.
In a nutshell, you get Sony high-quality in a modest package, but with large results. I have no regrets purchasing this camera and know I will get good pictures and video from it. This tiny camera packs 1 huge wallup!
Mike

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