I’ve been using the Sony Nex-5 since December and have been having a great time shooting photos with it. Having both a point-and-shoot (Canon S95) and a dSLR (Canon EOS 7D) made me realize that there’s a gap somewhere in between.
The Sony Nex-5 intends to fill that gap — a lightweight camera that’s almost as portable as a PnS yet has the flexibility and has as much raw power as most entry-level dSLRs.
The unit sent to us came with a number of lenses — including the kit lens and a telephoto lens (70-200mm f/2.8). There’s a ring adapter so the telephoto is able to fit the camera.
The body of the Nex-5 is composed mostly of magnesium alloy and if there’s no long lenses attached to it, one could practically mistook it for a point-and-shoot. Attach the kit lens or the telephoto and you get a mini-dSLR looking shooter (so there’s really no escaping the “heavy load” part since it will really depend on the type lens you use with the body). It’s got a decent grip but that will really depend on the size of your hands.
The controls on the unit are pretty familiar, so much so if you’ve been using other Sony cameras. The shooting toggles are placed on top while the dial for the settings is on the right side of the back panel which is mostly occupied by the large LCD display. There are also two buttons beside the screen that takes its cue from the display.
Over-all, handling and manageability of the camera is pretty simple and smooth and you’ll seldom encounter confusing moments in the navigation and menu.
What’s really useful is that when selecting shooting modes, the display puts out a short description of that function (much like a tooltip) so you’re aware of the mode you are shooting with (nice for people who are just starting out in photography or not very familiar with the modes).
The camera focuses on subject fairly quick and takes the shot at a decent speed — the sound made by the shutter gives you a nice, snappy click at the press of the button.
One of my favorite shooting mode is the panoramic — with just a single swipe, you get a single continuous panoramic photo at close to 180 degrees. Here’s a sample below I took using the Nex-5 with kit lens (click on image to see larger version).
Photo quality is impressive both on RAW and JPEG outputs. Even on low-light environments, the camera can still focus at a decent rate and produces good quality images.
I will let the photos speak for themselves. Head on to the Picasa Gallery here to see the whole set. I’m not particularly comfortable with the color saturation though (not sure if it’s just the settings but I always use the auto settings).
Video recording also ranges from good to high quality (Full HD @ 1080i). The only limitation here would be the SD card’s capacity for storage (SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo, Pro-HG Duo).
Sony Nex-5
3.0″ LCD (angle adjustable 80 degrees up and 45 degrees down)
14.2MP Exmor APS HD CMOS Sensor (23.4×15.6 mm)
ISO 200 – 12800
1080i Video Recording (AVCHD, MP4)
25 multi-point Auto Focus
RAW + JPEG
30 secs to 1/4000 sec shutter speed (+ Bulb)
External flash (supplied)
2.3fps continuous shooting (max 7fps @ speed-priority)
HDMI/Video out, USB 2.0
SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo, Pro-HG Duo
Although the NEX-5 uses E-mount lenses, it is capable of using A-mount lenses with the LA-EA1 adaptor so you can use all the available lenses in the Alpha dSLR line (including Minolta and Konica Minolta AF lenses).
Suggested retail price of the Sony NEX-5 is Php37,999 that includes the standard zoom lens (18-55mm f/3.5-5.6). Not very cheap but a viable alternative to people looking for alternatives to entry-level dSLRs. Investment on additional lenses will surelyhurt the wallet though.
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mediagrouprn says:
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carlsant says:
Will this be suitable for filming a badminton match and other sports? I was hoping to spend a little less than the Nex5 price tag but it is difficult to find a camera that I can be confident will do the job.
نوره says:
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Jesse Manalansan says:
I would prefer to get a dSLR camera :)
joey says:
ayos sa mga reviews (dpreviews) kasingganda ng nex-5 ang nex 3. hindi nga lang hd ang video at mono lamang ang microphone at plastic ang bosy but all specs are the same. at 25k. mas okay yun.
Osang says:
Tumataginting na P37,000? Grabeh.
Rich says:
@Abe, sir,
gusto ko sanang malaman kung gaano ka-ganda or ka-panget ang naire-record na Audio ng NEX-5..
say for example, mag-try kayong mag record ng isang live performance… is it anywhere near hi-fidelity?
chickboy says:
got my Sony NEX-5 last July 19, 2010 at Singapore for SG$1,299.00 with flash and double lens kit. btw, here’s a sample of a live performance recording from this sony camera:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-Fvl6GblBw
alsohard says:
DSLR is just a mechanism. It’s a mirrored camera. While this has no mirror, hence, faster shooting speed. The only con of NEX is the availability of lens. Only 3 e-mount lenses are currently out in the market.
I am selling my Nex-5 btw, http://tipidpc.com/viewitem.php?iid=8227197
:)
hyprmanic says:
May disadvantages of buying Nex-5 are the following….
3. This is NOT a DLSR camera.
–> yup because NEX-5 and NEX-3 is an EVIL camera (Electronic Viewfinder with Interchangeable Lens) I just can’t understand why being not a DSLR is a disadvantage.
>> especially if you’re not really gunning to be a professional, and you just want professional looking photos, i guess this hits the spot.
john says:
May disadvantages of buying Nex-5 are the following….
3. This is NOT a DLSR camera.
–> yup because NEX-5 and NEX-3 is an EVIL camera (Electronic Viewfinder with Interchangeable Lens) I just can’t understand why being not a DSLR is a disadvantage.
JohnLloy says:
ayus to pwede 70-200 lens ng minolta ko! :D the legendary beercan lens ehehe
mad says:
someone is selling it at a very good price..
http://www.tipidpc.com/viewitem.php?iid=8333970
hmm…tempting..
wakocoke says:
i want one!
adam says:
Though SLR cameras are widely known, I think this camera is so eye catching.
JeffZ says:
.. Loved the panoramic feature as well.. other entry level SLR’s don’t have that feature so that’s really a plus for the sony nex 5…
have tried it and made me think that having video recording and photo in one is all I need for a camera..
marlon Rey says:
Great gadget considering previous Model types of Sony looks cranky and noisy when clicked. how I wish i could test this asap.. 37,000 is as affordable considering its a magnesium base alloy while Nikon counterpart 3000 is plastic!
Cris Marcos says:
Dko kaya price,hehehe
Plan ko bilihin can0n 1000d nag hahang kc ang ge x5 ko…
Teknisyan says:
This is an alternative for people who longs for the portability and mobility of PnS camera but the image quality of a dSLR.
I thought I was looking at the wrong gallery, since some pictures where taken using HTC at may naligaw ka na mga MP4.
Vance says:
I’ve tested one as well courtesy of my uncle!! hehehe.. Pretty nifty camaera! Nice features and good quality picture even on low light, especially with the HDR feature on it.
Abe, is this the NEX-5 with 3D features on it? because there are 2 versions of NEX lines..
lolipown says:
@simplynice93
Nikon KX? O_O
Harley says:
simply gorgeous!
simplynice93 says:
I was considering 3 camera units to buy namely Sony NEX-5, Nikon KX DLSR and Canon EOD 450D. May disadvantages of buying Nex-5 are the following
1. lack of optical viewfinder (sold separately)
2. not all stores include the flash attachment (I dont know why??)
3. This is NOT a DLSR camera.
nikco says:
nikon d3100 pa rin. sa hidalgo mura
csseyah says:
ang haba naman ng lens hehehehe ignorante lang :p
Gumz says:
astig ang presyo…
10G says:
looking at the ceiling:
“so many to choose, with so little salary..”
the yawner says:
@Joey
I guess that SRP applies to mall stores. Other stores are selling a kit with either the pancake or the standard zoom lens at around 30K. Or around 33-34K if you wanted both.
I was intrigued with this new camera format (micro 4/3 and/or its equivalent) and would have gotten the NEX-5. But I thought, at the same price I could get an entry level dslr instead.
kyle says:
Pamatay ang lens! ang laki ah
Benchmark33 says:
one of my dreams is to have a dslr camera…hay! Kailan kaya matutupad yun? I have to save for it. :-)
For the mean time I will stick with my camera phone to capture great photos. :-D
NemOry says:
ang gagrabe ng mga gadgets mo sir Yuga, kainggit. .hehe. . .ganda nga Sony Nex. The best ang design and a good metallic look kasi nka Aloy, kasawa na mga gadgets na black.hehe Nice one!
Joey says:
I own the NEX 5 with the 18 to 55 lens. I drool over the telephoto lens but I’m not sure i’m willing to spend 45 K for it. 37 K is too high a price. The price has gone down quite a bit. I think locally – with the pancake lens and the 18 to 55 lens – it’s now available for 33 K.
The joy of using the NEX 5 is in experimenting with the manual settings. I also like the handheld twilight mode.
The size is also a great advantage ( I carry mine with me easily – which is difficult with a regular DSLR ). Note however that I have friends who prefer the Canon G11 and the Lumix GF2.
manila shopper says:
A really nice camera with good enough specs but i think the price range should be below 30T for it to be given a more serious consideration…..(the last pic looks really weird, di bagay ung body sa lens)
madapaka022 says:
Wow!!!!!!! Astig nung 70-200mm f2.8 lens. Yan yung isa sa dream lens ko.
Rumored NEX-7…