Sony Alpha NEX-5R
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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
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
This is my first camera that I've ever owned. I have always taken pictures from my cell phone, but wanted a good camera to take pictures of my new child. This camera has completely surpassed my expectations. I am still trying to figure out how to consistently defocus pictures and use some features.
Pros:
- Easy to use
13 years ago
Sony NEX-5R camera
Superb image quality; one of the most compact cameras to shoehorn in a DSLR-sized sensor; option of using touch screen for operation in tandem with physical controls; new wireless connectivity option for use with smartphones and tablets
Pros:
- Superb image quality
- one of the most compact cameras to shoehorn in a DSLR-sized sensor
- option of using touch screen for operation in tandem with physical controls
- new wireless connectivity option for use with smartphones and tablets
Cons:
- Pricey
- design a tad bland and adding the lens makes for an unbalanced appearance
- won't fit in a pocket unless carrying lens and body separately
13 years ago
[REVIEW-SONY NEX-5r compact system camera
This 16 megapixel camera 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 over-powers the body.
13 years ago
WELL BUILT CAMERA WITH HIGH IQ
Evaluated Olympus EPL5 & Sony NEX5R. Chose the NEX in a close call & do not regret the choice. Reasons: - More detail definition in RAW especially at higher ISO - JPEG very close at low ISO, with NEX noticably better at higher ISO.
Pros:
- Evaluated Olympus EPL5 & Sony NEX5R
- Chose the NEX in a close call & do not regret the choice
- Reasons: - More detail definition in RAW especially at higher ISO - JPEG very close at low ISO, with NEX noticably better at higher ISO.
Cons:
- - No External charger - a great way to piss off customers for little saving
- - New lens is 16-50 power zoom lens is very light but can be a little soft at edges, 55-200 lens is better & very solid.
13 years ago
Review: Sony NEX-5R compact system camera
Price : $1000 with 16mm-50mm lens Nicely refined 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.
13 years ago
So much camera in such a small package
After 6 months of research, I bought this camera and the 50mm/1.8 lens. I wanted the camera for 3 primary purposes: - family portraits and candids - outdoor photography on hiking trips (so small size was important) - gymnastics photos and video (very low light, very high speed) I knew that this...
13 years ago
This camera is more of a beefed up point & shoot camera than a compact DSLR
WATCH OUT! The NEX-5R seems like a good choice at first, but if you're looking for a good camera for your money's worth, you'll regret buying this. The lens choices on this camera are unreasonably expensive and have limited capabilities.
13 years ago
Sony Alpha NEX-5R
Sony's NEX camera series has grown from two models to four, and the new Alpha NEX-5R ($749.99 direct with 18-55mm lens) now occupies a difficult position in the lineup. It costs $150 more than our Editors' Choice entry-level compact interchangeable lens camera, the Alpha NEX-F3 , and for that money...
Cons:
- No built-in flash
- So-so kit lens
- No hot shoe
- No dedicated battery charger.
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