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Introduction
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01.Sample Photos
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02.Design
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03.Product Tour
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04.Hardware
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05.Durability
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06.Photo Gallery
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07.Image Quality
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08.Sharpness
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09.Color
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10.Noise Reduction
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11.Dynamic Range
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12.Low Light
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13.Distortion
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14.Video
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15.Usability
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16.Ease of Use
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17.Handling
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18.Controls
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19.Speed
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20.Features
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21.Extras
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22.Video Features
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23.Specs & Ratings
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24.Conclusion
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25.Comments
Sony Alpha NEX-5
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ConclusionSpecs & Ratings
In the Box
- NEX-5 camera body with body cap
- 18-55mm lens
- NP-FW50 rechargeable Li-ion battery
- Battery charger BC-VW1
- USB cable
- Shoulder strap
- Flash with flash case
| Sony Alpha NEX-5 Specs | |
|---|---|
| Type | Compact SLR / System |
| Focal Length Minimum | 18.0 mm |
| Focal Length Maximum | 55.0 mm |
| Still Pixel Count (gross) | 14.6 megapixels |
| Still Pixel Count (effective) | 14.2 megapixels |
| Sensor Size | APS-C |
| Sensor Type - New | CMOS |
| Aspect Ratios | 3:2, 16:9 |
| Frame Rate(s) | 60i, 30p |
| Original Price | 699.99 $ |
| Height | 60.452 mm |
| Width | 111.252 mm |
| Depth | 39.624 mm |
| Weight | 286.33 g |
| Model Colors | silver, black |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Display Size | 3.0 in. |
| Display Resolution | 921600 pixels |
| Viewfinder Type | none |
| Media New | Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo/PRO-HG HX Duo, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Connectivity Options | USB, miniHDMI, hot accessory shoe |
| Battery Type | removable lithium-ion |
| Battery Model Number | NP-FW50 |
| Mirror Technology (Interchangeable Lens) | Mirrorless |
| Waterproof | No |
| Manual Controls | manual focus, aperture priority mode, shutter priority mode, full manual exposure, custom white balance, ISO control |
| ISO Options | 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800 |
| Minimum ISO | 200 |
| Maximum ISO | 12800 |
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