THE LOW-DOWN
This 16-megapixel compact system camera is the latest development of Sony's NEX range. The overall design has been refined to improve the aesthetic balance of body and lens. When the lens is retracted, it no longer overpowers the body. The NEX bodies have always been petite and this one follows that tradition while packing in all the controls expected on a DSLR. The excellent tilting, high-resolution, 75-millimetre LCD incorporates some touch functions. Wi-fi sharing with smartphones and computers is built in. The camera comes with an external flash unit in a case designed toattach to the camera strap.
Sony NEX-5R specification highlights
- 16.1MP CMOS sensor
- ISO 100-25600
- Top-plate control dial
- Dedicated Fn button
- Wi-Fi for connection via Wi-Fi networks or to smartphones
- Proprietary in-camera apps
- Touch-screen display
- Electronic First Curtain shutter
- 1080p 60p HD movies in AVCHD (50p on PAL region models)
The image quality is excellent, as is to be expected from a sensor also used in DSLRs. The wi-fi sharing with smartphones is brilliant — just download the PlayMemories Mobile app and the camera and phone find each other and start communicating in a trice.
Get it Here for ChristmasDISLIKE
This is a beautiful camera, but the beauty is bought at the expense of usability. Even with the touchscreen access, it is a nuisance to have to go into the menus to set the shooting mode. Such basic controls should be on the camera body.
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