Sony Alpha NEX-5R
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13 years ago
Sony's first foray into web-connected, app-compatible cameras, the NEX 5R takes a different approach to other Internet-savvy snappers like the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Nikon Coolpix S800c, both of which use Android.
13 years ago
An extra dial makes all the difference
With the NEX-5R, Sony has managed to make an excellent camera even better with greatly improved handling and better autofocus, without compromising the great image and video quality found in its predecessor.
Pros:
- Great low-light performance
- Excellent video capture
- Improved handling over previous generation
Cons:
- Small lens selection
- No viewfinder
- Controls are still limited
13 years ago
Nex 5R
I initially bought a Canon T3i on sale but returned it after reading a review of the Sony Nex 5R on The Verge website. I can confirm what the review claimed. The picture quality of the Sony Nex 5R with the kit lens easily surpasses that of the Canon T3i with the kit lens.
13 years ago
Sony NEX-5R review: focusing and performance improvements make this cam a winner
Sony's third-generation NEX-5 delivers excellent performance for a manageable price.
Pros:
- Drastically improved focusing performance
- Excellent image quality and battery life
- 10 frames-per-second stills
- 180-degree rotatable LCD
Cons:
- No microphone input
- WiFi app issues at launch
13 years ago
Sony NEX-5R review
Pro quality shots from a compact camera chassis: that's the pitch for the Sony NEX-5R, its maker's third mid range compact system camera, coming after 2010's Sony NEX-5 and the outwardly similar NEX-5N upgrade.
Pros:
- Small camera
- large sensor
- Superb image quality
- Tilting high-res touchscreen
- Small camera
- large sensor
- Superb image quality
- Tilting high-res touchscreen
Cons:
- 'Front heavy' in appearance
- Pricey
- Won't fit in pocket with lens
- 'Front heavy' in appearance
- Pricey
- Won't fit in pocket with lens
13 years ago
Great for a first DSLR camera
My first product review on any item. My wife bought this camera as a Christmas gift to a up grade from a compact Nikon camera. I picked the camera out after talking to one of the best buy reps.
Pros:
- Easy to set up
- great picture
Cons:
- None so far
13 years ago
Sony NEX-5R mirror-less super cam
The apps might not set your pulse racing, but this well-connected cam is a top gun in its own right.
13 years ago
Perfect for beginners
I know very little about cameras but I was fed up of trying to take photos of my children and getting blurred images. I've also been put off by DSLR camera's as they are heavy and cumbersome. When you are out with your children in tow, the last thing you need is the responsibility of a huge camera.
13 years ago
Sony NEX-5R review
An inspired update to its excellent predecessor, and an unequivocal Best Buy
13 years ago
Sony Alpha NEX 5R + 18 55 mm: Any NEX or is the 5R the one for you?
Definitely one to consider if you've been thinking of buying a CSC
Pros:
- well built
- quality of results
- large sensor
- easy to use
- extensive retouch menu
Cons:
- no viewfinder
- I couldn't get the wifi to work
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