Conclusion: Sony NEX-5 system camera review Now that Sony has put itself onto the system cameras market with the Sony NEX-5, the attention for this segment of cameras will only
Conclusion: Conclusion Interchangeable lens cameras are an exciting technology that brings direct focus, improved low light shooting and miniaturization to the high quality
Pros: Incredibly small and light
Cons: LCD-based menu system may be off-putting to SLR photographers
Excerpt: The Sony Alpha NEX-5 is a unique digital camera that features a 14.6-megapixel CMOS sensor as well as a strong auto focus and the most unique, a flip out and adjustable
Pros: Flip-out & adjustable LCD screen, Excellent image & video quality in good conditions, 1080p video shooting, RAW image output
Cons: No built-in flash, Body design can be awkward to hold
Conclusion: With a more traditional user interface and a slightly larger body with room for a pop-up flash and a conventional external flash shoe, the NEX-5 would be a better camera
Pros: Good image quality, Great noise reduction, Robust build
Cons: Unintuitive menu system, Poor external flash, Often confused and competing design principles
Summary: If you are looking for a step-up interchangeable lens camera, the NEX-5 is an excellent choice to consider.
Pros: Flash unit included in the box, Digital SLR size sensor in a compact camera body size, Excellent design and build quality, Very good image quality
Cons: Heavier lenses, or Alpha lenses, can overwhelm the camera body, No manual controls during movie recording, Kit lens shows some distortions
Conclusion: The Sony NEX-5 is a good camera capable of great images, but is in need of a more intuitive handling system, especially when you consider the audience this camera is
Excerpt: Compact design with DSLR capabilities; excellent burst mode; solid image quality; innovative modes including Sweep Panorama; HD movie recording with stereo audio
Pros: Compact design with DSLR capabilities; excellent burst mode; solid image quality; innovative modes including Sweep Panorama; HD movie recording with stereo audio
Cons: No built-in flash; proprietary accessory mount and new lens mount