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Sony Alpha NEX-5 Digital Camera

14 Megapixels14 MegapixelsHigh ISO: ISO 1600 or more is available at full-resolution.High ISO: ISO 1600 or more is available at full-resolution.Continuous DriveContinuous DriveHigh Definition (HD) Video: 1280x720 resolution or more.High Definition (HD) Video: 1280x720 resolution or more.Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.Spot MeteringSpot MeteringLive-View: Lets DSLR cameras use the rear LCD as an EVF.Live-View: Lets DSLR cameras use the rear LCD as an EVF.Dust-Reduction: Reduces the dust accumulated on a camera sensor.Dust-Reduction: Reduces the dust accumulated on a camera sensor.Accepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.Accepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.Accepts Memory Stick Duo memory.Accepts Memory Stick Duo memory.

Model Specifications

BrandSony ModelAlpha NEX-5
Sensor 14 Megapixels CMOS Sensor Size 28.9mm diagonal (3:2 aspect)
StabilizationNo Dust-ReductionYes
Sensitivity ISO 200 - 12800 Shutter-Speed 1/4000 - 30s
Lens MountSony E MountCrop Factor1.5X
Filter DiameterN / A Focus System 25 points Assist-lamp
Viewfinder Type None Viewfinder Size
Display Position Display Size 3" LCD 920K Pixels 100% Coverage
Exposure ModesP, A, T, M, B Scene Modes 10Sweep Panorama, Sweep Panorama 3D, Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports action, Sunset, Night portrait, Night View, Handheld Twilight
MeteringMulti-segment, Center-weighted, Spot Bracketing 3 Shots ±1/3 EV
Exposure Compensation -2..+2 EV, 1/3 EV Flash Compensation -2..+2 EV, 1/3 EV
White Balance Auto , Presets, Custom White Balance Tuning 1 Axis, 19 steps
Continuous Drive 2.7 FPS, Unlimited JPEG *7 FPS without AF or metering. Unspecified limits. Self Timer Yes *2s, 10s, 1/3/5 frames @ 10s
Command Dials DOF Preview No
Protection Dust Reduction Yes
Digital Level None Tripod Mount Yes
Remote Trigger Infrared Eye-Start Sensor No
Multiple Shots N / A Orientation Sensor Yes
Image Formats JPEG RAW Flash Ports
Built-In Flash No (GN 7) Flash Sync 1/160s
Video Capture 1920x1080 @ 30 FPS 16:9 Sound Input None
Memory Secure Digital Extended Capacity, Memory Stick Duo GPS N / A
Battery Lithium-Ion Battery Life 330 *CIPA Standard
Introduced 2010-05-11 Construction
Size 111 x 59 x 38mm (W x H x D) Weight 287g

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Sony NEX-5 Facts

SLD digital camera
14 Megapixels SLDISO 200-12800
Sony E Mount (1.5X FLM)Shutter 1/4000-30s
Built-in Dust ReductionFull manual controls, including Manual Focus
2.7 FPS Drive, Unlimited ImagesCustom white-balance with 1 axis fine-tuning
1920x1080 @ 30 FPS Video RecordingSpot-Metering
3" LCD 920K PixelsLithium-Ion
Secure Digital Extended Capacity
Memory Stick Duo
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