In this Sony Nex Camera Guide I will be comparing the Sony Nex-7, Nex-6, Nex-5R, Nex-5n, Nex-3n, Nex-F3, and Nex-C3.
This Sony Nex Camera Guide will show you the key feature differences between the different models so you know which will meet your needs as a photographer or Cinematographer!! I also have two other Sony Camera Guides:
Sony Nex Camera Guide
Nex-7 – Body Only
Sony Nex-7
The Sony Nex-7 is the most powerful mirrorless camera on the market!! I own one, but unfortunately broke it when I fell on the ice.
Check it out: Naked Nex-7 >> if you want to see what the inside looks like!!
The Nex-7 offers a very high resolution APS-C sized sensor packing 24mp.! The huge sensor also provides excellent depth of field characteristics that really makes the camera great for portraits and dramatic video effects. The build quality on the Nex-7 is beefed up compared to the other Sony Nex models by offering a metal skin and dslr style grip. The biggest advantage to the Nex-7 over the other Nex models, is the built in Hot Shoe, making it a breeze to use Off Camera Flash and More!!
Sony Nex-7 Feature Breakdown
- DSLR quality in your pocket: Here’s the same APS-C sensor size as a DSLR, with higher resolution than most DSLRs and the interchangeable lenses that make DSLRs so attractive
- Up to 10 fps shooting: Capture the decisive moment in sports and get the ideal baby photo. Up to 10 fps continuous shooting at full 24.3 MP resolution with exposure and focus fixed at the first frame. Standard continuous shooting at up to 2.5 fps
- HD movies with full manual control: Now you don’t need to surrender control when you shoot HD movies. Enjoy the full expressive potential of Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority or Manual (P/A/S/M) control in HD movie mode
- Hot shoe for a system flashes: Take your photography even further with access to the entire range of Sony a system flashes and flash accessories
- Tiltable 3.0″ LCD: Sony’s 3.0″ Xtra Fine LCD monitor has 921K dots for superb resolution. The TruBlack screen includes a special resin layer to suppress internal reflections, increasing contrast compared to conventional LCDs
- Accepts Sony E-mount lenses: Compatible with Sony’s expanded line of E Mount lenses. These smaller, lighter lenses are specifically designed for a compact interchangeable lens cameras. Opens up a world of creative options
- Sweep Panorama Mode: Capture expansive landscapes automatically. Press the shutter, sweep vertically or horizontally. The camera does the rest, continuously shooting images and stitching them together
- P/A/S/M modes for video and stills: Enjoy a full range of controls for video and still shooting from the beginner’s iAUTO mode to P/A/S/M: Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority and Manual
- BIONZ image processor: The brain of the camera is a Sony’s BIONZ image processor substantially upgraded for the demands of 24.3 megapixel photography
- 25-point Auto Focus: 25 sensors cover a very wide area of the scene, for accurate focusing even when the subject is far from the center of the frame
- Sony Exmor CMOS sensor: Sony Exmor technology uses column-parallel A/D converters for high resolution and high frame rates. Double noise reduction minimizes image noise, even in low light
- 24.3 MP; best-in-class resolution: You get incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements thanks to a 24.3 megapixel sensor. It’s the highest resolution among pocket cameras as of August 2011
- DSLR-class APS C image sensor: Sensor size is the key to picture quality. The APS C class sensor provides gorgeous imaging with 58% more area than Micro Four-Thirds sensors and an amazing 13 times the area of a point & shoot image sensor
- Tri-Navi manual control: Perfect for experienced shooters, Tri-Navi control gives you three separate control dials for direct, hands-on access to three settings at a time. As just one example, the dials can set aperture, exposure compensation and ISO
- Accepts A Mount lenses via adaptors: Both the LA-EA1 and EA2 adapters (sold separately) allow you to attach the full range of Sony A mount lenses
- Object Tracking AF: Locks onto a specified object and maintains focus even as the subject moves. Unpredictable subjects stay in focus even while zooming. You can concentrate on composition without worrying about focus
- Peaking function: Manual focus becomes much easier because peaking highlights the edges that are in focus in your choice of three colors (white, red, or yellow). This is especially helpful during macro or portrait photography where your focus setting can make or break your shot
- 6-image layering: Leverages the fast BIONZ processor to capture six images in a fraction of a second and then combine the data. The result is an incredible single image that controls blur in Anti-Motion Blur mode or gets cleaner, sharper nighttime pictures in Hand-held Twilight mode
- Intelligent Auto Focus: Pre-focuses as you compose the shot, further reducing focusing time to a bare minimum
- Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO): Improves results with backlit subjects and recovers details hidden in shadows. Settings include Auto, Level with a choice of five operating levels and Off
- HDMI output: Enjoy HD movies and stunning still images on a compatible HDTV.9 The camera includes an HDMI output
- 11 Picture Effect modes: Discover innovative ways to make your images and videos pop. These include Posterization, Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color, Soft High-key, High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera, Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Rich-tone Monochrome and Miniature
- World’s first OLED viewfinder: There’s never been anything quite like the Tru-Finder OLED electronic viewfinder. For size, speed and brightness even after sunset, this is a gem
- Full HD Movies at 60p/60i/24p: Capture HD Movies in your choice of super-smooth 60p, standard 60i or cinematic 24p, all at Full HD 1920×1080 resolution. AVCHD codec delivers stunning picture quality
- Built-in pop-up flash: Enjoy the convenience of flash photography everywhere you go. Guide Number 6
- Phase Detect AF with adaptor: The LA-EA2 lens mount adaptor (sold separately) is the world’s first with Sony’s award-winning Translucent Mirror Technology. This provides super-fast and accurate Phase Detection AF when used with Sony A mount lenses
Sony Nex-7 Specifications
| Continuous Shooting Speed | Continuous (Variable) Speed Priority (up to 10fps) |
| Drive Mode | Single-shot, Continuous, Speed Priority, Self-timer, Continuous Self-timer, Bracketing |
| Self-timer | 2-sec. or 10-sec. delay, (single, continuous 3 or 5 frames) |
| Shutter Speeds | 1/4000 to 30 seconds, bulb |
| Shutter Type | Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane shutter |
| Lens Compatibility | Sony E-mount lens, (Sony A-mount lenses when used with LA-EA1 or LA-EA2 lens adaptor) |
| Camera Type | Sony E-mount interchangeable lens digital camera |
| Imaging Sensor | Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor (23.5 X 15.6mm) |
| Processor | BIONZ image processor |
| Anti Dust | Charge protection coating on Low-Pass Filter and electromagnetic vibration mechanism |
| Pixel Gross | Approx. 24.7 megapixels |
| Effective Picture Resolution | Approx. 24.3 megapixels |
| Focal Length Conversion Factor | 1.5x |
| Color Filter System | RGB primary color filters |
| Media Type | Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo/PRO-HG HX Duo media SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card |
| Color Space | sRGB, AdobeRGB |
| Still Image Mode | JPEG (Standard, Fine), RAW, RAW+JPEG |
| Still Image Size 16:9 | L size: 6000 x 3376 (20M) M size: 4240 x 2400 (10M) S size: 3008 x1688 (5.1M) |
| Still Image Size 3:2 | L size: 6000 x 4000 (24M) M size: 4240 x 2832 (12M) S size: 3008 x 2000 (6M) |
| Panorama Still Image Size | Horizontal Wide |
| Video Format | AVCHD / MP4 (MPEG-4 AVC (H.264)) |
| Video Mode | AVCHD: PS – 1920 x 1080/60p@28Mbps FX – 1920 x 1080/60i@24Mbps FH – 1920 x 1080/60i@17Mbps FX – 1920 x 1080/24p@24Mbps FH – 1920 x 1080/24p@17Mbps MP4: HD – 1440 x 1080/ 30p@12Mbps VGA – 640 x 480/ 30p@3Mbps |
| Video Signal | NTSC color, EIA standards |
| Audio Format | Dolby Digital (AC-3) / MPEG-4 AAC-LC |
| Microphone/Speaker | Built-in stereo microphone; Built-in, monaural speaker |
| Still Image File Format | JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver.2.3, MPF Baseline compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3format), 3D MPO (MPF Extended compliant) |
| BRAVIA Sync | Yes, via HDMI with compatible BRAVIA HDTV |
| DVDirect | Yes, via USB |
| HD Output | HDMI (TypeC mini) |
| Memory Card Slot | Dual compatibility slot: Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo/PRO-HG HX Duo media – SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card |
| PhotoTV HD | Yes, with BRAVIA Sync enabled HDTV and HDMI cable |
| USB Port(s) | USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage, MTP) |
| Focus System | Contrast AF |
| Focus Points | 25 points |
| AF Modes | Single-shot AF(AF-S), Continuous AF(AF-C) selectable, Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus |
| Focus Area | Multi Point AF (25 points), Center Weighted AF, Flexible Spot AF |
| Focus Sensitivity | 0 EV to +20 EV (at ISO100 conversion with F2.8 lens) |
| Manual Focus Assist | Yes MF assist(5.9x, 11.7x) |
| Focus Features | Predictive Focus Control, Focus Lock |
| AF Illuminator | Built-in LED, Range: approx. 18″ – 9′ (0.5m-3m) |
| Viewfinder Type | 0.50″ XGA OLED EVF (Electronic viewfinder) (2,359k dots) |
| Diopter Adjustment | -4.0m-1 to +1.0m-1 |
| Field of View | Approx. 100% |
| Magnification | 1.09x (with 50mm lens at infinity, -1m-1 ) |
| Face Detection | On/On (Regist. Faces)/Off |
| Smile Shutter technology | Smile shutter (selectable from 3 steps) |
| Auto High Dynamic Range | Yes, (Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure difference Level (1-6 EV at 1.0 EV step), off) |
| Sweep Panorama | Horizontal (Wide/Standard), Vertical and 3D Panorama |
| LCD Type | 3.0″ TFT Xtra Fine LCD (921,600 pixels) w/TruBlack technology |
| Angle Adjustment | Up: Approx. 90 degrees, Down: Approx. 45 degrees |
| Brightness Control | Auto, Manual (5 steps between -2 to +2), Sunny Weather |
| Coverage | 1 |
| Live View | Yes, (Constant AF Live View) |
| Real-time image adjustment display | Yes(On/Off) |
| Histogram | Yes (On/off) |
| Peaking | Yes (MF only, Level setting |
| Grid Display | Yes (On/off) |
| Customization | Brightness: Auto, Manual, Sunny Weather; Display Color: Black, White, Blue, Pink |
| Lens Mount Type | Sony E-mount |
| Picture Effect(s) | 11 types (15 variations) |
| Auto Exposure Lock | Yes (AE Lock with focus lock) |
| Color Temperature | 2500 – 9900 k with 15-step each Magenta/Green compensation (G7 to M7), Amber/Blue (A7 to B7) |
| Creative Style | Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Clear, Deep, Light, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, Night Scene, Autumn leaves, Black & White, Sepia (Contrast (-3 to +3steps), Saturation(-3 to +3steps), Sharpness(-3 to +3steps)) |
| D-Range Optimizer | Yes: (Auto, Level, Off) |
| Exposure Bracketing | Yes: (3 Continuous) |
| Exposure Compensation | +/-5.0 EV(1/3EV steps) |
| Exposure Settings | iAUTO, Program AE (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter priority (S), Manual (M), Sweep Panorama (2D), 3D Sweep Panorama, Anti Motion Blur, Scene Selection |
| ISO | Auto (ISO 100-16000), Selectable (ISO 100 to 1600) |
| Metering | Advanced 1200-zone evaluative metering |
| Metering Modes | Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Metering Sensitivity | 0EV-20EV, (at ISO 100 equivalent w/ f/2.8 lens) |
| Noise Reduction | Long Exposure NR: (On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 second) High ISO NR: (High/Normal/Low) |
| Scene Mode(s) | Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports action, Sunset, Night portrait, Night View, Handheld Twilight |
| White Balance Mode | Auto,Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, Setting the color temperature, Color Filter, Custom |
| Battery Type | InfoLITHIUM NP-FW50 (7.2V) |
| Number of Still Images | Approx. 430 images (CIPA standard) |
| Flash Compensation | ±3.0 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
| Flash Coverage | FOV coverage up to 18 mm (in the focal length) |
| Flash Metering System | Pre-flash TTL |
| Flash Modes | Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Hi-speed sync., Wireless (with external flash), Off |
| Flash Type | Built-in, Pop-up Auto |
| Guide Number | 6 (in meters at ISO100) |
| Recycling Time | Approx. 4 sec. |
| Supplied Software | PMB (Picture Motion Browser) v5.2; Image Data Converter SR v3.2; Image Data Lightbox SR v2.2 |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows XP SP3 (32-bit), Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1; Mac OS X (v10.3-v10.6), PMB is not compatible with Mac OS. Camera (via USB), Image Data Converter and Image Data Lightbox software are compatible with Mac OS. |
| Dimensions (Approx.) | Approx. 4-3/4 x 2-3/4 x 1-11/16″ (119.9 x 66.9 x 42.8mm) (W/H/D) excluding protrusions |
| Weight (Approx.) | Approx. 10.3 oz (291g) (excl battery & media) |
Nex-7 Price: ~$1098 (body Only)
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Sony Nex-6
Sony Nex-6 – Body Only
The Nex-6 is a slightly refined and less expensive version of the Sony Nex-7. It has a built in viewfinder which is a must for bright daylight shooting, and a killer swivel screen. It doesn’t flip up 180degrees like the Nex-5r, but unlike the Nex-5r it does face all the way down for easy over head shooting.
The Nex-6 features a New 16mp sensor with built in Phase detection AF sensors. This enhances the Native contrast autofocus by speeding things up significantly. This is great for both video and regular photography!! The Sony Nex-6 also features a standard hot show, which will make it a breeze to use with studio lights, regular flash units, or other hot shoe mountable devices!.
Key Features:
- Pocket camera with professional-grade performance
- 16 MP APS-C sensor with up to 10 fps shooting and Full HD video
- Fast Hybrid AF includes phase-detection for DSLR-like focus
- Bright XGA OLED viewfinder for 100% coverage
- Wi-Fi sharing and downloadable camera apps
- DSLR-like operation with new intuitive Quick Navi controls
- Multi-interface Smart Accessory Shoe for system accessories
- Built-in Guide Number 6 flash brightens the scene
- 11 exciting Picture Effects for stills and videos
- Photo Creativity for easy image adjustments
Sony Nex-6 Feature Breakdown
- 16.1 MP APS-C size HD image sensor: The same sensor format that Sony builds into the full-sized ? DSLRs. With 13 times the area of the typical point-and-shoot image sensor, APS-C makes the difference between “snapshots” and “photographs,” delivering an exceptional combination of high resolution, high sensitivity and gorgeous, blurred backgrounds.
- Fast Hybrid AF: Sony’s advanced Fast Hybrid AF combines two technologies for outstanding performance: Phase detection AF for quick response that is ideal when tracking fast-moving subjects and contrast-detection AF for added precision. A perfect match that delivers optimal Auto Focus for fast, precise focusing in any scene.
- XGA Tru-Finder OLED: This eye-level, through-the-lens, viewfinder begins with 2359K dots for amazing resolution and high contrast ratio for incredible depth. OLED reduces motion blur to a bare minimum. You can also see the results of camera adjustments in real time with superb color and detail.
- Wi-Fi Sharing: Wi-Fi capability – a first for Alpha-series – lets users transfer photos directly to smartphones and tablets with the PlayMemories Mobile app. Wi-Fi capability allows for sharing, viewing and saving photos for expanded photo-shooting enjoyment. Photos can be easily transferred to smartphones and tablets, or viewed on TV/PCs.
- Advanced Control Dial: Mode control dial and Quick Navi assure quick an intuitive operation comparable to DSLR cameras Control dial, Fn (function) button and touch screen (including touch shutter function) combine to greatly facilitate operation and speed getting the shot.
- New Multi-Interface Shoe: Unlike conventional cameras, the NEX-6 features a newly developed Multi-Interface Shoe that dramatically expands compatibility with Handycam accessories, thus raising the potential for photo/movie shooting.
- Built-in GN6 Pop-up Flash: A built-in Guide Number 6 flash is located on top of the camera. It is ideal for dimly lit settings and can be used as a fill flash when shooting in bright sunshine or to produce catch lights in portraits. The flash combines with ultra-high ISO 2500 and a large APS-C HD CMOS sensor for stunning low-light photos.
- Picture Effect mode: The Photo Creativity interface enables creative expression of SLR-quality digital imaging without the complicated settings. Changes can be easily made using the control dial with results seen in real time on the LCD. Settings include; Background Defocus, Brightness, Color, Vividness and most Picture Effects.
- Auto Portrait Framing: Simply photograph a person and Auto Portrait Framing will save an additional, optimally framed image in portrait or landscape orientation. Combining Face Detection and By Pixel Super Resolution technologies with rule of thirds, Auto Portrait Framing provides beautifully composed and full resolution portraits.
- Clear Image Zoom: Utilizing Sony’s exclusive By Pixel Super Resolution Technology, Clear Image Zoom increases the effective focal length of your lens up to 2x by digitally magnifying the center of your image with nearly imperceptible degradation. It virtually doubles the effective focal length of whatever lens you’re using.
- Convenient USB charging: Easily recharge the camera via USB charging. Simply connect the bundled USB cable and recharge the battery without removing it from the camera, either via AC outlet or PC connection.
- Full HD Movies at 60p/60i/24p: Capture HD Movies in your choice of super-smooth 60p, standard 60i or cinematic 24p, all at Full HD 1920×1080 resolution. AVCHD codec delivers stunning picture quality. MP4 codec offers smaller files for easier upload to the web.
- Auto HDR built into camera: High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography captures more scene contrast than a single exposure can handle by combining the best highlight detail from one shot and the best shadow detail from another for one incredible shot. Handles severe backlighting and other high-contrast scenes. Captures in a split second.
- 6-image layering: The camera leverages the large, APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second. The camera then combines the data from the 6 different images up to ISO 25600 to create a single image. This helps control blur in Anti-Motion Blur mode or to get cleaner nighttime pictures in Hand-held Twilight mode.
- Sweep Panorama Technology: Capture expansive landscapes automatically. Press the shutter, sweep vertically or horizontally. The camera does the rest, continuously shooting images and stitching them together. Up to 23 MP image size. Up to 202 degrees maximum sweep angle (16mm focal length).
- Anti Motion Blur mode: Corrects for subject movement to capture amazingly clean and sharp images in low light. The camera leverages the large, APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second. Combining the data from all six creates a single image that minimizes subject blur.
- Intelligent Auto Focus: Pre-focuses as you compose the shot, further reducing focusing time to a bare minimum.
- Peaking AF display: The Peaking AF display makes precise manual focusing much easier by highlighting the edges that are in focus in your choice of three colors (white, red, or yellow). This is especially helpful during macro or portrait photography where your focal plane can make or break your shot.
- Manual Focus Assist: Greatly magnifies the viewfinder image when you touch the focus ring, making it easy to get razor-sharp images. Works with E-mount lenses only.
- Enhanced Tracking Focus: Tracking Focus continuously tracks a user-designated subject and is now more effective at tracking people. If the subject turns away from the camera, face-detection tracking automatically switches to subject tracking and continues tracking.
- Face Detection technology: The camera can automatically detect up to eight individual faces and adjust focus, exposure, white balance and flash to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends. Can prioritize children or adults.
- Smile Shutter technology: Captures a smile the moment it happens. Simply select the Smile Shutter mode and the camera takes the picture automatically. You can prioritize children or adults and adjust the smile sensitivity.
- D-Range Optimizer (DRO): Improves results with backlit subjects and recovers details hidden in shadows. Settings include Auto, Level with a choice of five operating levels and Off.
- Creative Styles (6 modes): Control how the camera processes your images with six finishing styles: Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset and B&W. You can even fine- tune contrast, saturation, and sharpness to your personal taste.
- PhotoTV HD compatibility: Optimizes compatible BRAVIA® televisions for gorgeous display of digital pictures.
- MS Duo/ SD slot: For cost-effective, convenient storage and sharing of your images, the camera accepts Memory Stick PRO Duo/Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo and SD/SDHC media (Class 4 or higher recommended), (Memory card is required, all are sold separately).
- Anti-dust sensor: Anti-Dust Technology helps keep the CMOS sensor clean, resulting in consistently clear pictures. First a static-free coating on the sensor’s low-pass filter helps repel dust. Then vibration automatically dislodges dust from the sensor.
Sony Nex-6 Specifications
| Camera Type | Sony E-mount interchangeable lens digital camera with built-in flash |
| Lens Compatibility | Sony E-mount lenses |
| Imaging Sensor | Imaging Sensor: Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor (23.5 X 15.6mm) Anti Dust: Charge protection coating on Optical Filter and ultrasonic vibration mechanism Pixel Gross: Approx. 16.7 megapixels Effective Picture Resolution: Approx. 16.1 megapixels Focal Length Conversion Factor: 1.5x Color Filter System: RGB primary color filters |
| Optics/Lens | Lens Mount Type: Sony E-mount lenses Digital Zoom: Approx. 4x (still images and movie) Smart Zoom (M: approx. 1.4x, S:approx. 2x) Smart Zoom Technology: M: approx. 1.4x, S:approx. 2x |
| Lens Compensation | Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion |
| Viewfinder | Eye point: Approx. 23mm from the eyepiece, 21mm from the eyepiece frame at 1m (diopter) Brightness control: Auto, Manual (3 steps between -1 and +1) Display: Display basic info; Levels; Histogram Number of dots : 2,359,296 dots Type: 1.3 cm (0.5 type) Electronic viewfinder Diopter Adjustment: -4m-1 to +1.0m-1 (diopter) Field of View: 100% coverage |
| Print Compatible Standards | Exif Print, Print Image Matching III, DPOF setting |
| Flash Sync Speed | Flash sync speed: 1/160 s |
| Metering System | “Exmor” APS HD CMOS sensor |
| Continuous Shooting | No. of frame recordable (approx.): Fine: 15 frames, Standard: 16 frames, RAW:11 frames, RAW&JPG: 10 framesSpeed (approx., max.) : Continuous mode: max. 3 fps; Speed Priority Continuous shooting: max. 10 fps |
| Auto Portrait Framing | Still images: Yes |
| Drive Mode | Single-shot, Continuous shooting, Speed Priority continuous shooting, Self-timer (10/2s delay selectable), Self-timer (10/2s delay 3/5 exposures selectable), Bracketing, Remote Cdr |
| Self-Timer | 2s or 10s delay (single, continuous 3 or 5 frames) |
| Shutter Speeds | Still images: 1/4000 to 30s (Bulb) Movies: 1/4000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps) up to 1/60 in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 in Auto slow shutter) |
| Shutter Type | Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type |
| Focus System | Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF/contrast-detection AF) with “Exmor” APS HD CMOS sensor |
| Focus Points | 99 points (phase-detection AF), 25 points (contrast-detection AF) |
| AF Modes | AF-S: Single-shot AF, AF-C: Continuous AF |
| Focus Area | Multi Point (99 points(phase-detection AF), 25 points(contrast-AF)), Center-weighted, Flexible Spot |
| Focus Sensitivity | 0 EV to +20 EV (at ISO100 conversion with F2.8 lens attached) |
| Manual Focus Assist | Yes MF assist (4.8x, 9.6x) |
| Focus Features | Predictive control, Focus lock, Eye-Start AF (with LA-EA2(Sold separately) |
| AF Illuminator | Built-in, LED type (with a range of approx. 0.3-3.0m (with E PZ16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS attached) |
| Interface | Multi Interface Shoe: Yes Accessory Shoe: Yes (with the adaptor ADP-MAA (Sold separately). Multi Interface Shoe HD Output : HDMI (TypeC mini), BRAVIA Sync, Photo TV HD PhotoTV HD : Yes |
| Media Type | Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card |
| Color Space | sRGB, AdobeRGB |
| Still Image Mode | JPEG (Standard, Fine), RAW, RAW+JPEG |
| Still Image Size 16:9 | L: 4912 x 2760 (14M) M: 3568 x 2000 (7.1M) S: 2448 x 1376 (3.4M) |
| Still Image Size 3:2 | L: 4912 x 3264 (16M) M: 3568 x 2368 (8.4M) S: 2448 x 1624 (4M) |
| Panorama Still Image Size | Horizontal Wide: 12,416 x 1,856 (23M) Vertical: 5,536 x 2,160 (12M) Horizontal Std: 8,192 x 1,856 (15M) Vertical Std: 3,872 x 2,160 (8.4M) |
| Video Format | AVCHD Ver. 2.0 (Progressive), AVCHD, MP4 |
| Video Mode : AVCHD | PS – 1920 x 1080/60p@28Mbps FX – 1920 x 1080/60i@24Mbps FH – 1920 x 1080/60i@17Mbps FX – 1920 x 1080/24p@24Mbps FH – 1920 x 1080/24p@17Mbps MP4: HD – 1440 x 1080/ 30fps@12Mbps VGA – 640 x 480/30fps@3Mbps |
| Audio Format | Dolby Digital (AC-3) / MPEG-4 AAC-LC, 2ch |
| Microphone/Speaker | Built-in stereo microphones / Built-in, monaural speaker (volume settings in 8 steps between 0 and 7) |
| Still Image File Format | JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver.2.3, MPF Baseline compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format) |
| Picture EffectS | 11 types (15 variations): Posterization (Color, B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color (R,G,B,Y), High Contrast Mono, Toy Camera, Soft High-key, Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Rich-tone Mono, Miniature |
| Auto Exposure Lock | AE is locked when the shutter button is half pressed (ON/OFF is available in MENU) |
| Creative Style | Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, B/W (Contrast (-3 to +3steps), Saturation (-3 to +3steps), Sharpness (-3 to +3steps) |
| Exposure Bracketing | With 1/3, 2/3, 1, 2, 3EV increments, 3 frames |
| Exposure Compensation | Still images: +/- 3.0EV (1/3EV steps), Movies: +/- 2.0EV (1/3EV steps) |
| Exposure Settings | iAUTO, Superior Auto, Programmed AE (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter-speed priority (S), Manual (M), Sweep Panorama, Scene Selection |
| ISO | Still images: Auto (ISO 100-3200), Selectable (ISO 100-25600)Movies: Auto (ISO 100-3200), Selectable (ISO 100-6400) |
| Metering | 1200-zone evaluative metering |
| Metering Modes | Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Metering Sensitivity | 0EV-20EV, (at ISO 100 equivalent with F2.8 lens) |
| Noise Reduction | Long Exposure NR: (On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 second) High ISO NR: (High/Normal/Low) |
| Scene Modes | Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports Action, Sunset, Night Portrait, Night View, Handheld Twilight, Anti Motion Blur |
| White Balance Mode | Auto WB, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, C.Tem (2500 to 9900K), C.Filter (G7 to M7,A7 to B7), Custom |
| AF Micro Adjustment | Yes, with LA-EA2 (sold separately) |
| LCD Display | LCD Type: 7.5cm (3.0-type) wide type TFT (921,600 dots) Angle Adjustment: Up: Approx. 90 degrees, Down: Approx. 45 degrees Brightness Control : Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2), Sunny Weather mode Real-time image adjustment display : On/Off Peaking : Yes (Level setting: High/Mid/Low/Off, Color: White/Red/Yellow) Customization : Graphic display/Display all info/Big font size display/No display info/Levels/Histogram/Viewfinder |
| Advanced Features | Face Detection: On/On (Regist. Faces)/Off, Face Selection (maximum 8 detectables) Smile Shutter: selectable from 3 steps Tracking Focus: object tracking Advanced User Interface: Yes Anti Motion Blur: 6-image layering Auto High Dynamic Range: Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure difference Level (1.0-6.0 EV at 1.0 EV step, off) Shooting Tips: Yes Sweep Panorama: Horizontal (Wide/Standard), Vertical (Wide/Standard) |
| Convenience Features | Still Image Playback Options: Single, 6/12-frame index view, Enlarged display mode, Panorama (Standard), Panorama (Wide): 34x), Auto Review, Image orientation, Slideshow, Panorama scrolling, Folder selection, Delete, Protect Video Playback Options : Forward/Rewind |
| Flash | Flash Compensation: +/- 2.0EV (1/3EV steps) Flash Coverage: FOV coverage up to 16 mm (in the focal length) Flash Modes: Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear sync., Slow sync., Rear Sync., Flash Off, Wireless (with external flash sold seperately) Flash Type: Built-in flash. Sony System Flash (Compatible with Multi Interface Shoe and Auto-lock accessory shoe with the adaptor (ADP-MAA (Sold separately) Guide Number: 6 (in meters at ISO 100 equivalent) Recycling Time: Approx. 4 sec |
| Other Features | Help guide: Yes Area Setting: Yes Clock Function, Setting: Yes Eye-Fi ready: Yes Shop Front Mode: Yes |
| Wi-Fi | PlayMemories Camera Apps: Yes Send to Computer: Yes View on Smartphone: Yes View on TV: Yes |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Mac OS X (v10.3-10.8) |
| Battery | Battery Type : InfoLITHIUM NP-FW50 (7.2V) |
| Number of Still Images | Approx. 270 images (Viewfinder), Approx. 360 images (LCD screen) (CIPA standard) |
| Power Consumption (in Operation) | Still images:approx. 2.5W (w/ E PZ16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached) Movies: approx.3.9W(w/ E 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached) |
| Power Consumption (ViewFinder Operation) | Still images: approx. 3.3W (with E PZ16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached) Movies: approx.4.1W(with E 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached) |
| Dimensions WxHxD | 4.7 x 2.6 x 1.7″ (119.9 x 66.9 x 42.6mm) |
| Weight | Approx. 10.1 oz (287g) excl battery & media 12.2 oz (345g) w/battery & media |
Nex-6 Price: ~$898 (body Only)
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Sony Nex-5R
Sony Nex-5R – Body Only
The Sony Nex-5R is very similar to the Sony Nex-5n, except it has the same updated 16mp sensor that the Sony Nex-6 has. The Nex-5R also features a special 180 Degree flip-up Touch Screen design. This is perfect for doing self portraits or video recordings where seeing the screen is critical. Reviews like myself will find this incredible useful!! The Sony Nex-F3 also features this 180 degree flip screen and I used it a lot while I had the camera in the lab. The Nex-5R does not have a built in viewfinder like the Nex-6, but does except the OLED Viewfinder Accessory which is great if you need it.
Key Features:
- 16.1 MP APS-C Size HD Sensor
- Uses Sony E-mount Lenses
- Full 1080 HD 60p/60i/24p Movie Capture
- 3.0″ 180º Tilt-able Touchscreen LCD
- Fast Hybrid Autofocus
- PlayMemories Camera and Mobile Apps
- Wi-Fi Sharing
- Intuitive Interface with Control Dial
- Low Light Performance up to ISO 25600
- Six-Image Layering
Sony Nex-5R Feature Breakdown
- 16.1 MP APS-C size HD image sensor: The same sensor format that Sony builds into the full-sized DSLRs. With 13 times the area of the typical point-and-shoot sensor, APS-C sensor size makes the difference between “snapshots” and “photographs,” delivering an exceptional combination of high res, high sensitivity and gorgeous, blurred backgrounds.
- Fast Hybrid AF: Sony’s advanced Fast Hybrid AF combines two technologies for outstanding performance: Phase detection auto focus for quick response that is ideal when tracking fast-moving subjects and contrast-detection auto focus for added precision. A perfect match that delivers optimal Auto Focus for fast, precise focusing in any scene.
- Full HD Movies at 60p/60i/24p: Capture HD Movies in your choice of super-smooth 60p, standard 60i or cinematic 24p, all at Full HD 1920×1080 resolution.1 AVCHD codec delivers stunning picture quality. MP4 codec offers smaller files for easier upload to the web.
- Wi-Fi Sharing: Wi-Fi capability, a first for Alpha-series, allows transfering photos directly to smartphones and tablets with the PlayMemories Mobile app. Wi-Fi enables sharing, viewing and saving photos for expanded photo-shooting enjoyment. Photos can be easily transferred to smartphones and tablets, viewed on large screen TVs or saved to a PC.
- PlayMemories Camera Apps: Supports PlayMemories Camera Apps, the world’s first application download service that lets users install new camera functions as needed.
- 180-degree tilt-able 3.0″ Touch LCD: The NEX-5R is equipped with a tilt-able LCD screen that flips up 180-degrees without sacrificing compactness. This makes taking great self-portraits incredibly easy since users can precisely compose shots, choosing to include people or objects in the frame for more satisfying results.
- Control Dial: Control dial, Fn (function) button and touch screen (including touch shutter function) greatly facilitate operation and getting the shot that much easier.
- Picture Effect mode: There are 7 types (11 variations) of picture effects to choose from: Posterization (Color), Posterization (B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color(R), Partial Color(G), Partial Color(B), Partial Color(Y), High-key, High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera.
- 6-image layering: The camera captures six images in a fraction of a second. The camera then combines the data from the 6 different images up to ISO 25600 to create a single image. This helps to control blur in Anti-Motion Blur mode as well as enables cleaner, sharper nighttime pictures in Hand-held Twilight mode.
- Photo Creativity Touch interface: The Photo Creativity touch interface enables creative settings that can be easily made using the control dial with results seen in real time on the LCD. Settings include; Background Defocus, Brightness, Color, Vividness and most Picture Effects.
- Auto Portrait Framing: Simply photograph a person and Auto Portrait Framing will save an additional, optimally framed image in portrait or landscape orientation. Combining Face Detection and By Pixel Super Resolution technologies with rule of thirds, Auto Portrait Framing provides appealingly balanced full resolution portraits.
- Clear Image Zoom: Utilizing Sony’s exclusive By Pixel Super Resolution Technology, Clear Image Zoom increases the effective focal length of your lens up to 2x by digitally magnifying the center of your image with nearly imperceptible degradation. It virtually doubles the effective focal length of whatever lens you’re using.
- Convenient USB charging: Easily recharge the camera via USB charging. Simply connect the bundled USB cable and recharge the battery without removing it from the camera, either via AC outlet or PC connection.
- Multi-interface terminal: Multi-interface Smart Accessory 2 shoe greatly expands the connectivity options such as external flash units.
- Auto HDR built into camera: High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography captures more scene contrast than a single exposure can handle by combining the best highlight detail from one shot and the best shadow detail from another for one incredible shot. Handles severe backlighting and other high-contrast scenes. Captures in a split second.
- Sweep Panorama Technology: Capture expansive landscapes automatically. Press the shutter, sweep vertically or horizontally. The camera does the rest, continuously shooting images and stitching them together. Up to 23 MP image size. Up to 202 degrees maximum sweep angle (18mm focal length).
- Fast Auto Focus: Some cameras in this class are slow to focus. That can make you miss the shot on fast-moving subjects like sports and unpredictable subjects like pets and babies. Sony’s fast Contrast Auto Focus system typically takes as little as 0.3 seconds and also offers continuous Auto Focus when shooting movies.
Sony Nex-5R Specifications
| Lens Compatibility | Sony E-mount lenses |
| Camera Type | Sony E-mount interchangeable lens digital camera |
| Imaging Sensor | Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor (23.5 X 15.6mm) |
| Anti Dust | Charge protection coating on Optical Filter and ultrasonic vibration mechanism |
| Pixel Gross | Approx. 16.7 megapixels |
| Effective Picture Resolution | Approx. 16.1 megapixels |
| Focal Length Conversion Factor | 1.5x |
| Color Filter System | RGB primary color filters |
| Media Type | Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card |
| Color Space | sRGB, AdobeRGB |
| Still Image Mode | JPEG (Standard, Fine), RAW, RAW+JPEG |
| Still Image Size 16:9 | L: 4912 x 2760 (14M) M: 3568 x 2000 (7.1M) S: 2448 x 1376 (3.4M) |
| Still Image Size 3:2 | L: 4912 x 3264 (16M) M: 3568 x 2368 (8.4M) S: 2448 x 1624 (4M) |
| Panorama Horizontal Wide | 12,416 x 1,856 (23M) |
| Panorama Vertical | 5,536 x 2,160 (12M) |
| Panorama Horizontal Standard | 8,192 x 1,856 (15M) |
| Panorama Vertical Standard | 3,872 x 2,160 (8.4M) |
| Video Format | AVCHD Ver. 2.0 (Progressive), AVCHD, MP4 |
| Video Mode AVCHD | PS – 1920 x 1080/60p@28Mbps FX – 1920 x 1080/60i@24Mbps FH – 1920 x 1080/60i@17Mbps FX – 1920 x 1080/24p@24Mbps FH – 1920 x 1080/24p@17Mbps |
| Video Mode MP4 | HD – 1440 x 1080/ 30fps@12Mbps VGA – 640 x 480/ 30fps@3Mbps |
| Audio Format | Dolby Digital (AC-3) / MPEG-4 AAC-LC, 2ch |
| Microphone/Speaker | Built-in stereo microphones or ECM-SST1 (sold separately) / Built-in, monaural speaker (volume settings in 8 steps between 0 and 7) |
| Still Image File Format | JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver.2.3, MPF Baseline compliant) RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format) |
| Lens Mount Type | Sony E-mount lenses |
| Digital Zoom | Approx. 4x (still images and movie) |
| Smart Zoom Technology | M: approx. 1.4x S: approx. 2x |
| LCD Type | 7.5cm (3.0-type) wide type TFT (921,600 dots) |
| Angle Adjustment | Up: Approx. 180 degrees Down: Approx. 50 degrees |
| Brightness Control | Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2), Sunny Weather mode |
| Real-time Image Adjustment Display | On/Off |
| Peaking | Yes (Level setting: High/Mid/Low/Off, Color: White/Red/ Yellow) |
| Customization | Graphic display/ Display all info/Big font size display/No display info/Levels/Histogram/Viewfinder |
| Touch Panel | Yes |
| Focus System | Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF/contrastdetection AF) with “Exmor” APS HD CMOS sensor |
| Focus Points | 99 points (phasedetection AF), 25 points (contrastdetection AF) |
| AF Modes | AF-S: Single-shot AF AF-C: Continuous AF |
| Focus Area | Multi Point (99 points(phasedetection AF), 25 points(contrast-AF)), Center-weighted, Flexible Spot |
| Focus Sensitivity | 0 EV to +20 EV (at ISO100 conversion with F2.8 lens attached) |
| Manual Focus Assist | Yes MF assist (4.8x, 9.6x) |
| Focus Features | Predictive control, Focus lock, Eye-Start AF (with FDA-EV1S and LA-EA2 (Sold separately)) |
| AF Illuminator | Built-in, LED type (with a range of approx. 0.3-3.0m (with E PZ16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS attached)) |
| Picture Effect(s) | 11 types (15 variations): Posterization (Color, B/W) Pop Color Retro Photo Partial Color (R,G,B,Y) High Contrast Mono Toy Camera Soft Highkey Soft Focus HDR Painting Rich-tone Mono Miniature |
| Auto Exposure Lock | AE is locked when the shutter button is half pressed (ON/ OFF is available in MENU) |
| Creative Style | Standard Vivid Portrait, Landscape, Sunset B/W (Contrast, -3 to +3steps) Saturation (-3 to +3steps) Sharpness(-3 to +3steps) |
| Exposure Bracketing | With 1/3, 2/3, 1, 2, 3EV increments, 3 frames |
| Exposure Compensation | Still images: +/- 3.0EV (1/3EV steps), Movies: +/- 2.0EV (1/3EV steps) |
| Exposure Settings | iAUTO Superior Auto, Programmed AE (P) Aperture priority (A) Shutterspeed priority (S) Manual (M) Sweep Panorama Scene Selection |
| ISO Still Images | Auto (ISO 100-3200), Selectable (ISO 100- 25600) |
| ISO Movies | Auto (ISO 100-3200), Selectable (ISO 100-6400) |
| Metering | 1200-zone evaluative metering |
| Metering Modes | Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Metering Sensitivity | 0EV-20EV, (at ISO 100 equivalent with F2.8 lens) |
| Noise Reduction | Long Exposure NR: (On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 second) High ISO NR: (High/Normal/ Low) |
| Scene Mode(s) | Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports Action, Sunset, Night Portrait, Night View, Handheld Twilight, Anti Motion Blur |
| White Balance Mode | Auto WB, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, C.Tem (2500 to 9900K), C.Filter (G7 to M7,A7 to B7), Custom |
| Drive Mode | Single-shot, Continuous shooting, Speed Priority continuous shooting, Self-timer, Bracketing, Remote Cdr |
| Self-timer | 2s or 10s delay (single, continuous 3 or 5 frames) |
| Shutter Speeds | Still images: 1/4000 to 30s. Movies: 1/4000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps) up to 1/60 in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 in Auto slow shutter) |
| Shutter Type | Electronically controlled, verticaltraverse, focalplane type |
| Flash Compensation | +/- 2.0EV (1/3EV steps) |
| Flash Coverage | FOV coverage up to 16 mm (in the focal length) |
| Flash Metering System | Pre-flash TTL |
| Flash Modes | Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear sync., Slow sync., Rear Sync., Flash Off |
| Flash Type | External flash (supplied) attachable to Smart Accessory Terminal (sold separately) |
| Guide Number | 7 (in meters at ISO 100 equivalent) |
| Recycling Time | Approx. 4 sec. |
| Self Timer | Yes (3 sec delay/Off selectable) |
| Still Image Playback Options | Single, 6/12-frame index view, Enlarged display mode, Panorama (Standard), Panorama (Wide): 34x), Auto Review, Image orientation, Slideshow, Panorama scrolling, Folder selection, Delete, Protect |
| Video Playback Options | Forward/Rewind |
| Easy Handycam/Help Function | Yes |
| Self Timer | Yes (3 sec delay/Off selectable) |
| Face Detection | On/On (Regist. Faces)/Off, Face Selection (maximum 8 detectables) |
| Smile Shutter Technology | Smile shutter (selectable from 3 steps) |
| Tracking Focus | Yes (object tracking) |
| Auto High Dynamic Range | Yes, (Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure difference Level (1.0-6.0 EV at 1.0 EV step), off) |
| Shooting Tips | Yes |
| Sweep Panorama | Horizontal (Wide/ Standard), Vertical (Wide/Standard) |
| HD Output | HDMI (TypeC mini), BRAVIA Sync, Photo TV HD |
| PhotoTV HD | Yes |
| Battery Type | InfoLITHIUM NPFW50 (7.2V) |
| Number of Still Images | Approx. 330 images (CIPA standard) |
| Power Consumption (in Operation) | Still images:approx. 2.7W(w/ E PZ16- 50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached) |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows XP SP3 Windows Vista SP2 Windows 7 SP1 Mac OS X (v10.3- 10.8) |
| Dimensions WxHxD | 4.36 x 2.3 x 1.53″ / 110.8 x 58.8 x 38.9mm |
| Weight | Approx. 7.7 oz / 218g (excl battery & media) Approx. 9.7 oz / 276g (w/ battery & media) |
Nex-5R Price: ~$648 (body Only)
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Sony Nex-5n
The Sony Nex-5n is technical the previous generation 5-series model, but it’s still has the huge APS-C sized sensor and almost all the other features of the newer models. It continues to sell like wildfire at Amazon and rank on the top of the charts for Most Sold Compact Cameras. The Sony Nex-5n has the previous generation 16mp sensor which has excellent image quality and noise control. It also features a touch screen which some people really like for flexible focusing and accessing the menu. The Nex-5n does not have a buile in viewfinder, but it does support the OLED Accessory Viewfinder.
Key Features:
- 16.1Mp Exmor APS HD CMOS Sensor
- Tiltable 3.0″ Touch LCD
- BIONZ Image Processor
- 1080/60p HD Movie Capture
- Up to 10 FPS Shooting
- Photo Creativity Touch
- Sweep Panorama
- Accepts Sony E-Mount Lenses
- HVL-F7 Flash Included
Sony Nex-5n Feature Breakdown
- DSLR quality in your pocket: This is the world’s smallest interchangeable lens digital still camera using a large APS-C size sensor (as of Aug 2011). The removal of the conventional mirror box and viewfinder results in a camera body that is about half the size and weight of a standard DSLR camera
- Full HD movie shooting 60p/24p: Record Full HD 1920×1080 video in a variety of frame rates from 60p for super smooth action to 24p for a more cinematic feel
- Object Tracking AF via Touch LCD: Object Tracking AF can lock onto a specified object and maintain focus even as the subject moves. This hassle-free mode allows unpredictable subjects to stay in focus even while zooming
- 11 Picture Effect modes: Posterization (Color, B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color (Red, Green, Blue, Yellow), Soft High-key, High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera (Normal, Cool, Warm, Green, Magenta), Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Rich-tone Monochrome and Miniature
- Sweep Panorama Mode: Capture expansive landscapes automatically. Press the shutter, sweep vertically or horizontally. The camera does the rest, continuously shooting images and stitching them together. Up to 23 MP image size. Up to 202 degrees maximum sweep angle (16mm focal length)
- P/A/S/M operating modes: The NEX-5N offers a full range of controls for video and still shooting from the beginner’s iAUTO mode to P/A/S/M: Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority & Manual. On-screen prompts help you refine your skills, build your confidence & exercise greater creative control
- BIONZ image processor: The brain of the camera is a refined version of Sony’s BIONZ image processor. Its chroma noise reduction delivers high-resolution, low-noise photos even at ISO 25600 sensitivity
- Phase Detect AF for E-mount bodies w/ adapter: Both the LA-EA1 and EA2 adapters allows you to attach A-mount lenses to your E-mount camera
- Stamina battery power for up to 430 shots: Take up to 430 shots on a single charge with Sony lithium ion Stamina battery power. Sony’s InfoLITHIUM battery system enables you to see the percent of power remaining, so you can keep shooting in confidence
- Up to 10 fps shooting: Capture the decisive moment in sports and get the ideal baby photo. Up to 10 fps continuous shooting at full 16.1 MP resolution. Standard continuous shooting speeds vary based upon shooting conditions and memory card speeds
- Photo Creativity Touch: The Photo Creativity interface enables you to easily enjoy the creative expression through direct photographic control in an easy to use interface. Changes can be combined/removed and viewed in real time on the LCD making it a breeze to make adjustments
- World’s shortest release time lag (0.02 sec): In photography, shutter lag, or release time, is the delay between triggering the shutter by fully depressing the shutter button and when the photograph is actually recorded
- Peaking AF display: The Peaking AF display makes precise manual focusing much easier by highlighting the edges that are in focus in your choice of three colors ( white, red, or yellow). This is especially helpful during macro or portrait photography where your focal plane can make or break your shot
- 6-image layering: The camera leverages the large, APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second. The camera then combines the data from the 6 different images to create a single image
- Intelligent Auto Focus: Pre-focuses as you compose the shot, further reducing focusing time to a bare minimum
- Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO): Dynamic Range Optimizer improves results with backlit subjects and recovers details hidden in shadows. Settings include Auto, Level with a choice of five operating levels and Off
- 25-point Auto Focus: 25 sensors cover a very wide area of the scene, for accurate focusing even when the subject is far from the center of the frame
- 16.1 MP Exmor APS HD CMOS image sensor: You get incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements. Thanks to the APS-C sensor size and Sony Exmor APS HD CMOS technology, the camera achieves high resolution with no penalty in low-light sensitivity or sensor noise
- Tiltable 3.0″ Touch LCD: Sony’s 3.0″ Xtra Fine LCD monitor has 921K dots for superb resolution. The TruBlack screen includes a special resin layer to suppress internal reflections, increasing contrast compared to conventional LCDs
- 3D Sweep Panorama Mode: Capture vast scenic vistas and 16:9 shots in spectacular 3D. As you sweep across the panorama, the camera records separate right-eye and left-eye images that make landscapes come alive on your 3D television
- Auto HDR: High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography captures more scene contrast than a single exposure can handle by combining the best highlight detail from one shot and the best shadow detail from another for one incredible shot
- iAUTO mode: Unifies and simplifies Sony intelligent technologies. Takes advantage of Intelligent Scene Recognition, Face Detection technology and Optical SteadyShot image stabilization without leaving auto mode so you always get the best shot
- HDMI output: Enjoy HD movies and stunning still images on a compatible HDTV. The camera includes an HDMI output
Sony Nex-5n Specifications
| Burst Buffer | JPEG (Fine: 10 shots, Standard: 10 shots), RAW (6 shots), RAW+JPEG (4 shots) |
| Continuous Shooting Speed | Continuous (up to 3fps) Speed Priority (up to 10fps) |
| Drive Mode | Single-shot, Continuous, Speed Priority, Self-timer, Continuous Self-timer, Bracketing |
| Self-timer | 2-sec. or 10-sec. delay, (single, continuous 3 or 5 frames) |
| Shutter Speeds | 1/4000 to 30 seconds, bulb |
| Shutter Type | Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane shutter |
| Lens Compatibility | Sony E-mount lens, (Sony A-mount lenses when used with LA-EA1 or LA-EA2 lens adaptor) |
| Lens Mount | Sony E-mount |
| Camera Type | Sony E-mount interchangeable lens digital camera |
| Imaging Sensor | Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor (23.5 X 15.6mm) |
| Processor | BIONZ image processor |
| Anti Dust | Charge protection coating on Low-Pass Filter and electromagnetic vibration mechanism |
| Pixel Gross | Approx. 16.7 megapixels |
| Effective Picture Resolution | Approx. 16.1 megapixels |
| Focal Length Conversion Factor | 1.5x |
| Color Filter System | RGB primary color filters |
| Media Type | Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo/PRO-HG HX Duo media SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card |
| Color Space | sRGB, AdobeRGB |
| Still Image Mode | JPEG (Standard, Fine), RAW, RAW+JPEG |
| Still Image Size 16:9 | L (14M): 4912 X 2760 M (7.1M): 3568 X 2000 S (3.4M): 2448 X 1376 |
| Still Image Size 3:2 | L (16M): 4912 X 3264 M (8.4M): 3568 X 2368 S (4M): 2448 X 1624 |
| Panorama Still Image Size | Horizontal Wide: 12,416 x 1,856 (23M) Horizontal Std.: 8,192 x 1,856 (15M) Vertical Wide: 2,160 x 5,536 (12M) Vertical Std.: 2,160 x 3,872 (8.4M) 3D Sweep Panorama: Horizontal Wide: 7152 X 1080 (7.7M) Horizontal Std.: 4912 X 1080 (5.3M) 16:9: 1920 X 1080 (2.1M) |
| Video Format | AVCHD / MP4 (MPEG-4 AVC (H.264)) |
| Video Mode | AVCHD / MP4 (MPEG-4 AVC (H.264)) |
| Video Signal | NTSC color, EIA standards |
| Audio Format | Dolby Digital (AC-3) / MPEG-4 AAC-LC |
| Microphone/Speaker | Built-in stereo microphone; Built-in, monaural speaker |
| Still Image File Format | JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver.2.3, MPF Baseline compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3format), 3D MPO (MPF Extended compliant) |
| BRAVIA Sync | Yes, via HDMI with compatible BRAVIA HDTV |
| DVDirect | Yes, via USB |
| HD Output | HDMI (TypeC mini) |
| Memory Card Slot | Dual compatibility slot: Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo/PRO-HG HX Duo media – SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card |
| PhotoTV HD | Yes, with BRAVIA Sync enabled HDTV and HDMI cable |
| USB Port(s) | USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage, MTP) |
| Focus System | Contrast AF |
| Focus Points | 25 points |
| AF Modes | Single-shot AF, Continuous AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus |
| Focus Area | Multi Point AF (25 points), Center Weighted AF, Flexible Spot AF |
| Focus Sensitivity | 0 EV to +20 EV (at ISO100 conversion with F2.8 lens) |
| Manual Focus Assist | Magnified display for precise manual focus |
| Focus Features | Predictive Focus Control, Focus Lock |
| AF Illuminator | Built-in, LED type |
| Viewfinder Type | Optional OLED finder available (FDA-EV1S) |
| Face Detection | On/On (Regist. Faces)/Off |
| Smile Shutter technology | Smile shutter (selectable from 3 steps) |
| Auto High Dynamic Range | Yes, (Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure difference Level (1-6 EV at 1.0 EV step), off) |
| Photo Creativity | Yes (via iAuto Mode) |
| Shooting Tips | Yes |
| Sweep Panorama | Horizontal (Wide/Standard), Vertical and 3D Panorama |
| LCD Type | 3.0″ TFT Xtra Fine LCD (921,600 pixels) w/TruBlack technology |
| Angle Adjustment | Up: Approx. 80 degrees, Down: Approx. 45 degrees |
| Brightness Control | Auto, Manual (5 steps between -2 to +2), Sunny Weather |
| Coverage | 1 |
| Live View | Yes, (Constant AF Live View) |
| Real-time image adjustment display | Exposure Compensation, WB, Creative Style |
| Histogram | Yes (On/off) |
| Peaking | Yes (MF only, Level setting |
| Grid Display | Yes (On/off) |
| Customization | Brightness: Auto, Manual, Sunny Weather; Display Color: Black, White, Blue, Pink |
| Touch Panel | Yes |
| Lens Mount Type | Sony E-mount |
| Picture Effect(s) | 11 types (15 variations) |
| Auto Exposure Lock | Yes (AE Lock with focus lock) |
| Color Temperature | 2500 – 9900 k with 15-step Magenta / Green compensation |
| Creative Style | Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, B/W (Contrast (-3 to +3steps), Saturation(-3 to +3steps), Sharpness(-3 to +3steps)) |
| D-Range Optimizer | Yes: (Auto, Level, Off) |
| Exposure Bracketing | Yes: (3 Continuous) |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3.0 EV (in 0.3 EV steps) |
| Exposure Settings | iAUTO, Program AE (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter priority (S), Manual (M), Sweep Panorama (2D), 3D Sweep Panorama, Anti Motion Blur, Picture Effect, Scene Selection |
| ISO | Auto (ISO 100-3200), Selectable (ISO 100 to 25600) |
| Metering | Advanced 1200-zone evaluative metering |
| Metering Modes | Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Metering Sensitivity | 0EV-20EV, (at ISO 100 equivalent w/ f/2.8 lens) |
| Noise Reduction | Long Exposure NR: (On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 second) High ISO NR: (High/Normal/Low) |
| Scene Mode(s) | Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports action, Sunset, Night portrait, Night View, Handheld Twilight |
| White Balance Mode | Auto,Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, Setting the color temperature, Color Filter, Custom |
| Battery Type | InfoLITHIUM NP-FW50 (7.2V) |
| Number of Still Images | Approx. 430 images (CIPA standard) |
| Flash Compensation | +/-2EV,1/3EV steps |
| Flash Coverage | FOV coverage up to 16 mm (in the focal length) |
| Flash Metering System | Pre-flash TTL |
| Flash Modes | Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear sync., Slow sync., Red-eye reduction |
| Flash Type | Smart accessory terminal (HVL-F7S Flash Supplied) |
| Guide Number | 7 (in meters at ISO 100) |
| Recycling Time | Approx. 4 sec. |
| Supplied Software | PMB (Picture Motion Browser) v5.2; Image Data Converter SR v3.2; Image Data Lightbox SR v2.2 |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows XP SP3 (32-bit), Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1; Mac OS X (v10.3-v10.6), PMB is not compatible with Mac OS. Camera (via USB), Image Data Converter and Image Data Lightbox software are compatible with Mac OS. |
| Dimensions (Approx.) | Approx. 4-3/8 x 2-3/8 x 1-9/16″ (110.8 x 58.8 x 38.2mm) (W/H/D) excluding protrusions |
| Weight (Approx.) | Approx. 7.4 oz (210g) (excl battery & media) Approx. 9.5 oz (269g) (w/battery & media) |
Nex-5n Price: ~$548 (body Only)
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Sony Nex-3n
Sony Nex-3n – Back 3/4
The Sony NEX-3N Mirrorless Digital Camera has an Exmor APS-C CMOS image sensor with a resolution of 16.1MP and a BIONZ image processor. It accepts Sony E-Mount lenses, including the supplied Power Zoom (PZ) lens, which has an effective focal length of 16-50mm (35mm equivalent: 24-75mm), a maximum aperture of f/3.5-5.6, and both ED and aspherical elements. The lens is retractable and compact, measuring just 3/16″ at its shortest length.
The camera also features a large 3.0″ LCD screen that has a resolution of 460,800 dots and tilts 180° up and 13° down. Capture Full HD 1080i video at 60 fps and 1080p video at 24 fps. The NEX-3N is effective in challenging lighting conditions without using the built-in flash, thanks to a wide ISO range of 100-16000 and advanced noise reduction. The camera has an Intelligent AF system and manual focus capability. Auto Object Framing fills the frame with your subject by automatically recognizing the scene and cropping accordingly. Using the Photo Creativity feature, you’ll enjoy easy access to Picture Effect settings and controls for Background Defocus, Brightness, Color and Vividness.
Sony NEx-3n Features Breakdown
- Full HD 1080/60i/24p or 1080/30p MP4 movies: Record stunning high quality Full HD video4 in either 60i or 24p frames per second. Records in your choice of 60i/24p Blu-Ray quality AVCHD format, or in PC-friendly 1080/30p MP4 format.
- Built-in flash built into compact body: Perfect when an extra burst of light is needed to get the shot, the built-in Guide Number 6 flash combines with high ISO sensitivity to enable shooting in just about any setting.
- Up to ISO 16000 sensitivity: With a new Exmor sensor that features the same adaptive noise reduction technology from Sony’s flagship SLT-A99V, the NEX-3N easily offers a wide range of sensitivity from ISO 100 to ISO 16000.
- Newly designed anti-slip grip: Perfect for self-portraits or casual snaps, the natural form ensures quick, comfortable handling and makes the camera easy to carry around. In addition, the textured grip prevents slipping even when shooting one-handed or when using exceptionally large lenses.
- Picture Effect modes: The NEX-3N includes 15 effects that can be applied to photos or movies, giving you the means to vastly expand your artistic repertoire. The ability to view effects in real-time on the LCD screen before the shot lets you experiment with different looks until you are satisfied with the result.
- Photo Creativity feature: NEX-3N provides easy access to most Picture Effect settings as well as controls for Background Defocus, Brightness, Color and Vividness. Just activate Photo Creativity, choose the appropriate item then adjust while viewing in real-time on the LCD screen.
- Superior Auto mode: Use Superior Auto mode to shoot photos and movies with the ease of a compact digital camera. In this mode, the camera recognizes the current shooting environment then adjusts settings for optimal results.
- Anti-Motion Blur mode: Corrects for subject movement to capture amazingly clean and sharp images in low light. The camera leverages the large, APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second. Combining the data from all six creates a single image that minimizes subject blur.
- Hand-held Twilight Mode: Get cleaner and sharper nighttime pictures beyond the capability of traditional cameras without using flash or a tripod. The camera leverages the large, APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second.
- Face Detection/Smile Shutter: Set NEX-3N to recognize faces and smiles. Face Detection locates up to eight faces in a composition then adjusts exposure, white balance and other settings based on these faces. Smile Shutter – adjustable in three levels – automatically takes a shot when smiles in the scene are at their brightest.
- Creative Style: Tailor the look of photos and movies before shooting. Choose from one of six settings – Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset or Black & White – depending on the scene or your creative intent.
- Speed Priority Continuous mode: Freeze fast-moving subjects by shooting at up to 4 fps. This is the ideal solution for photographing sports, children at play or other action.
- Up to 480 Shots of battery life: Take up to 480 shots on a single charge with Sony lithium ion Stamina battery power. Sony’s InfoLITHIUM battery system enables you to see the percent of power remaining, so you can keep shooting in confidence.
- PlayMemories Home supplied software: Free, easy-to-use PlayMemories Home image management software automatically installs onto Windows PC’s for Sony Digital Camera users. View, organize, edit, retouch, print, burn to disk, share or upload to social networking websites.
Sony Nex-3n Specifications
| Lens Compatibility | Sony E-mount, operation with Minolta/Konica Minolta Maxxum A-mount lenses confirmed via optional LA-EA1/LA-EA2 adapter |
| Lens Mount | Sony E-mount |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens Digital SLR camera |
| Imaging Sensor | Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor (23.5 X 15.6mm) |
| Processor | BIONZ image processor |
| Anti Dust | Charge protection coating on Low-Pass Filter and electromagnetic vibration mechanism |
| Pixel Gross | 16.5M pixels (approx.) |
| Effective Picture Resolution | 16.1M pixels (approx.) |
| Focal Length Conversion Factor | 1.5x |
| Color Filter System | RGB primary color filters |
| Media Type | Memory Stick PRO Duo /Pro-HG Duo media; SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card |
| Color Space | sRGB standard (with sYCC gamut) and Adobe RGB standard compatible with TRILUMINOS Color |
| Still Image Mode | JPEG (Standard, Fine, Extra Fine), RAW, RAW+JPEG |
| Still Image Max Effective Resolution | Memory Stick PRO Duo /Pro-HG Duo media; SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card |
| Still Image Size 16:9 | L (14 MP) 4912 x 2760, M (7.1 MP) 3568 x 2000, S (3.4 MP) 2448 x 1376 |
| Still Image Size 3:2 | L (16 MP) 4912 x 3264, M (8.4 MP) 3568 x 2368, S (4 MP) 2448 x 1624 |
| Panorama Still Image Size | Horizontal Wide: 12,416 x 1,856 (23M) Horizontal Std.: 8,192 x 1,856 (15M) Vertical Wide: 2,160 x 5,536 (12M) Vertical Std.: 2,160 x 3,872 (8.4M) |
| Video Format | AVCHD / MP4 (MPEG-4 AVC (H.264)) |
| Video Mode AVCHD | FX – 1920 x 1080/60i at 24Mbps FH – 1920 x 1080/60i at 17Mbps FX – 1920 x 1080/24p at 24Mbps FH – 1920 x 1080/24p at 17Mbps |
| Video Mode MP4 | HD – 1440 x 1080/ 30p at 12Mbps VGA – 640 x 480/ 30p at 3Mbps |
| Video Signal | NTSC color, EIA standards |
| Audio Format | Dolby Digital (AC-3) / MPEG-4 AAC-LC |
| Microphone/Speaker | Built-in Stereo Microphone |
| Still Image File Format | JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver.2.3, MPF Baseline compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3format), 3D MPO (MPF Extended compliant) |
| LCD Type | 3.0″ TFT LCD (460,800 dots) |
| Angle Adjustment | Tilt angle: Up: 180 degrees; Down: Approx. 13 degrees |
| Brightness Control | Auto, Manual (5 steps between -2 to +2) |
| Coverage | 100% |
| Live View | Continuous Live View |
| Real-time Image Adjustment Display | Yes(On/Off) |
| Histogram | Yes (On/Off) |
| Peaking | Yes (Level setting: High/Mid/Low/Off, Color: White/Red/Yellow) |
| Grid Display | Yes (Rule of Thirds, Square Grid, Diagonal + Square Grid, Off) |
| Customization | Grid, Histogram display, Grid Line, Magnified display for playback |
| Focus System | Contrast-detect AF |
| Focus Points | 25 points |
| AF Modes | Single-shot AF(AF-S), Continuous AF(AF-C), Auto Focus, Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus |
| Focus Area | Multi Point (25 points)/ Center-weighted/ Flexible Spot |
| Focus Sensitivity | EV 0 to 20 EV (at ISO100 equivalent, with F2.8 lens attached) |
| Focus Features | Predictive control (AF-A, AF-C), Focus Lock |
| AF Illuminator | Built-in LED, Range: approx. 3′ 4″ – 9′ 9″ (0.3m-3.0m) |
| Picture Effect(s) | 11 modes (15 effects): Posterization (Color, B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color (R,G,B,Y), High Contrast Mono, Toy Camera, Soft High-key, Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Rich-tone Mono, Miniature |
| Auto Exposure Lock | Yes (AE Lock button). Can be disabled from menu |
| Color Temperature | 2500 – 9900K with 15-step each Magenta/Green compensation (G7 to M7), Amber/Blue (A7 to B7), Custom |
| Creative Style | Standard, Vivid, Portrait , Landscape, Sunset, Black & White (Contrast (-3 to +3 steps), Saturation(-3 to +3steps), Sharpness(-3 to +3steps) |
| D-Range Optimizer | Yes: (Auto, Level, Off) |
| Exposure Bracketing | 3 continuous or single shots in 1/3 or 2/3 EV steps |
| Exposure Compensation | Still images: +/-3.0 EV(1/3EV steps selectable) Movies: +/-2.0 EV(1/3EV steps selectable) |
| Exposure Settings | iAUTO, Superior Auto, Programmed AE (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter-speed priority (S), Manual (M), Sweep Panorama, Scene Selection |
| ISO | Stills: ISO 100-16000 selectable in 1 EV steps, Auto (100-3200) Movies: ISO 100-3200 selectable in 1 EV steps, Auto (200-3200) |
| Metering | Advanced 1200-zone evaluative metering |
| Metering Modes | Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Metering Sensitivity | EV 0 to 20 EV (at ISO100 equivalent, with F2.8 lens attached) |
| Noise Reduction | Long Exposure NR: (On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 second) High ISO NR: (High/Normal/Low) |
| Scene Mode(s) | Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports Action, Sunset, Night Portrait, Night View, Handheld Twilight, Anti Motion Blur |
| White Balance Mode | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, Color temperature range 2500 to 9900K, Custom |
| Burst Buffer | JPEG Standard (9 shots) JPEG Fine (9 shots) RAW (5 shots) RAW+JPEG (4 shots) |
| Continuous Shooting Speed | Continuous mode: 2.5 fps, Speed Priority Continuous mode: 4 fps |
| Drive Mode | Single-shot, Continuous, Speed Priority Continuous, Self-timer (10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures), Bracketing |
| Self-timer | 2-sec. or 10-sec. delay |
| Shutter Speeds | 1/4000 to 30 seconds, bulb |
| Shutter Type | Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane shutter |
| Flash Bracketing | +/-2.0 EV |
| Flash Compensation | +/-2.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 EV steps) |
| Flash Coverage | 16 mm (focal length printed on lens body) |
| Flash Metering System | Pre-flash TTL |
| Flash Modes | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
| Flash Type | Built-in, Pop-up Auto |
| Guide Number | 6 (in meters at ISO200) 4 (in meters at ISO100) |
| Recycling Time | Approx. 3 sec. |
| Self Timer | Yes, 10/2 second delay selectable |
| Red-Eye Reduction | Yes, On/ Off selectable |
| Media/Battery Indicator | Yes |
| View & Index | Single (with or without shooting information), RGB histogram and highlight/shadow warning, 4/9-frame index view, Enlarged display mode (L: 13.6x, M: 9.9x, S: 6.8x), Auto Review (10/5/2 sec, Off), Image orientation (On/Off), Slideshow, Panorama scrolling, Folder selection (still), Forward/Rewind (movie), Delete, Protect |
| Face Detection | On, Off, Face Registration, Face Selection; maximum eight faces detected |
| Smile Shutter Technology | Smile shutter (selectable from 3 steps) |
| Image Stabilization | Lens-based (where applicable) |
| Auto High Dynamic Range | Yes, (Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure difference Level (1-6 EV at 1.0 EV step), off) |
| Priority Setting (for Face Detection) | Yes (eight faces max) |
| Sweep Panorama | Horizontal (Wide/Standard), Vertical (Wide/Standard) |
| BRAVIA Sync? | Yes, via HDMI with compatible BRAVIA HDTV (link menu) |
| DC IN | Yes via optional AC-PW20AM (sold separately) |
| HD Output | HDMI (Type C mini) |
| Memory Card Slot | Dual compatibility slot: Memory Stick PRO Duo /Pro-HG Duo /PRO-HG HX Duo media – SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card |
| PhotoTV HD | Yes, with BRAVIA Sync enabled HDTV and HDMI cable |
| Tripod Mount | Yes |
| USB Port(s) | USB 2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage, MTP) |
| Battery Type | InfoLITHIUM NP-FW50 (7.2V) |
| Battery Capacity | 1020 mAh |
| Number of Still Images | Approx. 480 images with LCD monitor (CIPA standard) |
| Supplied Software | Supplied Software: PlayMemories Home, Image Data Converter Version 4 |
| Operating System Compatibility | Operating System Compatibility: Windows XP SP3 (64-bit and Starter Editions are not supported, Windows Image Mastering API(IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or later is required to use the function for creating discs.) Windows Vista SP2 (Starter Edition is not supported) Windows 7 SP1; Windows 8; Mac OS X(v10.5 -v10.8) (Image Data Converter, PlayMemories Home is not Mac compatible) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 4.3 x 2.4 x 1.4″ (109.9 x 62 x 34.6mm) |
| Weight | 9.5 oz (269g) |
Nex-3n Price: ~$498 w/ kit lens
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Sony Nex-F3
The Sony Nex-F3 is currently the introductory model Nex family camera. It features the 180 degree swivel screen, which is again great for reviewers and self photographs etc.. The 3″ LCD Screen is Not a touch screen like the one found on the Nex-5R and Nex-5N cameras. It has pretty much all the same features as the Nex-5n for the photography side. Video side the Nex-F3 offers 720p HD video where as the Nex-5n offers Full 1080P. Be sure to check out my Hands on review of the Nex-F3 using a variety of Lenses!!
Key Features:
- 16.1Mp Exmor APS HD CMOS Sensor
- Tilting 3.0″ LCD Display
- BIONZ Image Processor
- Full 1080/60i/24p HD Video Capture
- Up to 5.5 FPS Continuous Shooting
- 3D Sweep Panorama viewable on 3DTVs
- Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization
- Auto HDR and Dynamic Range Optimizer
- Accepts Sony E-Mount Lenses
- Adaptor Accepts Sony A-Mount Lenses
Sony Nex-F3 Feature Breakdown
- 16.1 MP APS-C size HD image sensor: The same sensor format that Sony builds into the full-sized a DSLRs. With 13 times the area of the typical point-and-shoot image sensor, APS-C makes the difference between snapshots and photographs, delivering an exceptional combination of high resolution, high sensitivity and gorgeous, blurred backgrounds.
- Full HD 1080/60i/24p movies: Record super smooth 1080 Full HD Video in either 60i or 24p frames per second. Records in your choice of 1080/60i or 24p AVCHD format or in PC-friendly 1080/30p MP4 format.
- Up to 5.5 frames per second: Capture the decisive moment in sports and get the ideal baby photo. Up to 5.5 fps continuous shooting at full 16.1 MP resolution with exposure and focus fixed at the first frame. Standard continuous shooting at up to 2.5 fps.
- On-screen Help Guide: Provides a ready-reference that explains the camera’s modes and settings. It walks through the camera’s operation so you get the best shot. Helps you advance from basic operation to greater sophistication.
- Accepts image stabilized lenses: Selected E-mount lenses incorporate Optical SteadyShot image stabilization to combat the effects of camera shake. Building stabilization into the lenses enables the camera body to be remarkably thin and light.
- Intelligent Accessory port: Intelligent accessory port allows use of external flash, microphone and OLED EVF (all sold separately).
- Multi-segment metering: Optimizes exposure based on 1200 segments. Choice of Multi, Center and Spot metering accommodates a full range of shooting situations.
- P/A/S/M operating modes: The NEX-F3 offers a full range of controls from the beginner’s iAUTO mode to P/A/S/M: Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority and Manual. On-screen prompts help you refine your skills, build your confidence and exercise greater creative control for still image capture as well as movie mode too.
- Enhanced Tracking Focus: Tracking Focus continuously tracks a user-designated subject and is now more effective at tracking people If the subject turns away from the camera, face-detection tracking automatically switches to subject tracking and continues tracking.
- Picture Effect mode: HDR Painting, Soft Focus, Miniature, Retro Photo, Soft High-key, Partial Color (Green/Blue/Yellow/ Red), Pop Color, High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera, Posterization (B/W, Color), and Rich Monotone . Each is unique and each give you a new and exciting way to make your images and videos pop.
- Sweep Panorama Mode: Capture expansive landscapes automatically. Press the shutter, sweep vertically or horizontally. The camera does the rest, continuously shooting images and stitching them together. Up to 23 MP image size. Up to 202 degrees maximum sweep angle (16mm focal length).
- Hand-held Twilight Mode: Get cleaner and sharper nighttime pictures beyond the capability of traditional cameras without using flash or a tripod. The camera leverages the large APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second. Combining the data from all six creates a single image of extraordinary detail and low noise.
- Background Defocus control: Cameras with APS-C sensors take beautiful pictures because they can blur the background. That helps make your subject stand out as the center of attention. Now Sony makes it easy. Simply turn the Control Wheel one way for backgrounds in focus, the other for background defocus.
- Eight Scene Selection Modes: These help you get the shot by optimizing the camera for specific shooting situations. Select from Portrait, Sports Action, Macro, Landscape, Sunset, Night View, Night Portrait and Hand-held Twilight modes.
- HDMI output for HD viewing: Enjoy HD movies and stunning still images on a compatible HDTV. The camera includes an HDMI output. In addition, the BRAVIA Sync system works with compatible Sony BRAVIA HDTVs enabling you to control camera playback using the the television’s remote.
- BIONZ image processor: The camera chip is a refined version of Sony’s BIONZ image processor. Its chroma noise reduction delivers high-resolution, low-noise photos even at ISO 16000 sensitivity. Also enables fast processing for up to 5.5 fps continuous shooting of data-intensive 16.1 megapixel images, 2D/3D Sweep Panorama modes and 6 image layering.
- Built-in flash: Perfect when an extra burst of light is needed to get the shot, the built-in Guide Number 6* flash combines with high ISO sensitivity to enable shooting in just about any setting.
- Convenient USB charging: Easily recharge the NEX-F3 via USB charging
- Control Wheel + Customizable Soft Keys: Unlike cameras that bristle with knobs, buttons and dials, the NEX-F3 features a simple turn-and-click Control Wheel and context-sensitive Soft Keys. It’s elegant, uncluttered and intuitive.
- Anti-Dust Technology: Anti-Dust Technology helps keep the CMOS sensor clean, resulting in consistently clear pictures. First a static-free coating on the sensor’s low-pass filter helps repel dust. Then vibration automatically dislodges dust from the sensor.
- RAW image capture: The NEX-F3 saves your pictures as compact JPEG files and/or ultra-high quality RAW files. RAW files save images prior to de-mosaicing, white balance, sharpness and color enhancement. This retains maximum latitude for enhancing the image on your PC.
- Manual Focus Assist: Greatly magnifies the viewfinder image when you touch the focus ring, making it easy to get razor-sharp images. Works with E-mount lenses only.
- iAUTO (Intelligent Auto) mode: Unifies and simplifies Sony intelligent technologies. Takes advantage of Intelligent Scene Recognition, Face Detection technology, and Optical SteadyShot image stabilization without leaving Auto Mode so you always get the best shot.
- Auto Portrait Framing: Simply photograph a person and Auto Portrait Framing will save an additional, optimally framed image in portrait or landscape orientation. Combining Face Detection and By Pixel Super Resolution technologies with rule of thirds. Auto Portrait Framing provides beautifully composed and appealingly balanced portraits.
- Clear Image Zoom: Using Sony’s exclusive By Pixel Super Resolution Technology, Clear Image Zoom increases the effective focal length of your lens up to 2x by digitally magnifying the center of your image with nearly imperceptible degradation. It virtually doubles the effective focal length of whatever lens you’re using, providing more flexibility.
- 3D Sweep Panorama Mode: Capture vast scenic vistas and 16:9 shots in spectacular 3D. As you sweep across the panorama, the camera records separate right-eye and left-eye images that make landscapes come alive on your 3D television. Records both JPEG and MPO file formats.
- Auto HDR built into camera: High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography captures more scene contrast than a single exposure can handle by combining the best highlight detail from one shot and the best shadow detail from another for one incredible shot. Sony builds HDR in. Handles severe backlighting and other high-contrast scenes.
- Face Detection technology: The camera can automatically detect up to eight individual faces and adjust focus, exposure, white balance and flash to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends. Can prioritize children or adults.
- Six Creative Style settings: Control how the camera processes your images with six finishing styles: Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset and B&W. You can even fine-tune contrast, saturation, and sharpness to your personal taste.
- Up to 470 Shots of battery life: Take up to 470 shots on a single charge with Sony lithium ion Stamina battery power. Sony’s InfoLITHIUM battery system enables you to see the percent of power remaining, so you can keep shooting in confidence.
- ISO 200 – 16000 sensitivity: The Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor and BIONZ image processing engine combine to ensure clear imaging with reduced noise. In addition to an ISO AUTO range of ISO 200 – 3200, user-selectable sensitivity of up to ISO 16000 is offered, making it possible to capture low-light photos with reduced blur using fast shutter speeds.
- 180° tiltable 3.0″ LCD: Self-portraits made easy 180° tiltable 3.0 Xtra Fine LCD screen and 3-second count down timer
- Live View LCD: The LCD monitor is active full-time for composing shots. Provides a what-you-see-is-what-you-get preview of white balance, focus, depth of field, exposure and 100% framing accuracy, plus informative on-screen displays.
- Accepts a DSLR A-mount lenses: Using the LA-EA1 or LA-EA2 adaptor (sold separately), you can attach the full selection of a A-mount system lenses, which includes 34 current models and an installed base of millions of lenses worldwide. Operational restrictions apply.
- Dual Format Media Card Slot: For cost-effective, convenient storage and sharing of your images, the camera accepts Memory Stick PRO Duo/Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo and SD/SDHC media (Class 4 or higher recommended). (Memory card is required. All are sold separately.)
- 25-point Auto Focus: 25 sensors cover a very wide area of the scene, for accurate focusing even when the subject is far from the center of the frame.
- Peaking for Precise Focus: The Peaking function makes precise manual focusing much easier by highlighting the edges that are in focus in your choice of three colors ( white, red, or yellow). This is especially helpful during macro or portrait photography where accurate focus can make or break your shot.
- Photo Creativity interface: The Photo Creativity interface enables you to easily enjoy the creative expression of SLR-quality digital imaging without complex jargon. Changes can be combined/ removed and viewed in real time on the LCD making it a breeze to make adjustments.
- Interchangeable lenses: Compatible with Sony’s E-mount series of smaller, lighter lenses designed specifically for a compact interchangeable lens cameras. Opens up a world of creative options.
- Anti-Motion Blur mode: Corrects for subject movement to capture amazingly clean and sharp images in low light. The camera leverages the large, APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second. Combining the data from all six creates a single image that minimizes subject blur.
- Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO): Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO)Dynamic Range Optimizer improves results with backlit subjects and recovers details hidden in shadows. Settings include Auto, Level with a choice of five operating levels and Off.
- Smile Shutter technology: Captures a smile the moment it happens. Simply select the Smile Shutter mode and the camera takes the picture automatically. You can prioritize children or adults and adjust the smile sensitivity.
- Index and Slide Show Display: Quickly review your photos using 6- or 12-frame index views, or as an automatic slide show with fade-in/fade-out effect.
- Powerful supplied software: To help you refine and manage your images, the camera is equipped with computer software including Image Data Converter SR, Image Data Lightbox SR and PlayMemories Home software.
Sony Nex-F3 Specifications
| Camera | Lens Compatibility: Sony E-mount lens, (Sony A-mount lenses when used with LA-EA1 or LA-EA2 lens adaptor)Lens Mount: Sony E-mountCamera Type: Sony E-mount interchangeable lens digital camera with built-in flash |
| Lens | Lens Mount Type: Sony E-mount Aperture (Max.): f/3.5-5.6 Aperture (Min.): f/22-34 Focal Length (35mm equivalent): 27mm-82.5mm (35mm equivalent) Filter Diameter: 49mm Lens Construction: Metal Lens Groups-Elements: 9 groups, 11 elements (4 aspheric surfaces) Minimum Focus Distance: 9.8″ (0.25m) Angle of View: 76o – 29o Aperture Blade: 7 blades (Circular aperture) |
| Optics | Aspheric Elements: 4 aspheric surfaces Dimensions (Max. Diameter x Length): 62 x 60mm Direct Manual Focus: Yes Exterior Finish: Metal Focus Ring in AF Mode: No rotation Internal Motor: Yes (Stepping motor) Lens Weight: 2.5oz (70g) Low Noise During Movie Capture: Excellent Maximum Magnification: 0.25x (APS-C) Mount Material: Metal Non-rotating Focusing Ring: No rotation |
| Focus Control | Focus System : Contrast-detection AF Focus Points: 25 points AF Modes: Single-shot AF, Continuous AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus Focus Area: Multi Point AF (25 points), Center Weighted AF, Flexible Spot AF Focus Sensitivity: 0 EV to +20 EV (at ISO100 conversion with F2.8 lens) Manual Focus Assist: Magnified display for precise manual focus Focus Features: Predictive Focus Control, Focus Lock, Tracking Focus AF Illuminator: Built-in, LED type |
| Flash | Flash Bracketing: 3 frames, 1/3, 2/3EV steps selectable Flash Compensation: +/-2EV,1/3EV steps Flash Coverage: FOV coverage up to 16 mm (in the focal length) Flash Metering System: Pre-flash TTL Flash Metering System : Pre-flash TTL Flash Modes: Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear sync., Slow sync., Red-eye reduction Flash Type: Built-in flash Guide Number: 6 (in meters at ISO 100 equivalent) Recycling Time: Approx. 3 sec |
| Imaging Sensor | Imaging Sensor: Exmor APS HD CMOS Processor: BIONZ image processor Anti Dust: Charge protection coating on Low-Pass Filter and electromagnetic vibration mechanism Pixel Gross: Approx. 16.7 megapixels Effective Picture Resolution: Approx. 16.2 megapixels Focal Length Conversion Factor: 1.5x Color Filter System: RGB primary color filters |
| Exposure | Picture Effect(s): Posterization (Color, B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color (R,G,B,Y), High Contrast Mono, Toy Camera, Soft High-key, Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Rich-tone Mono, MiniatureAuto Exposure Lock: Yes (AE Lock with focus lock)Color Temperature: 2500 – 9900 k with 19-step Magenta / Green compensationCreative Style: Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, B/W, Saturation, Sharpness D-Range Optimizer: Yes: (Auto, Level 1-5, off) |
| Exposure 2 | Exposure Bracketing: 3 continuous exposures in 0.3 or 0.7 EV stepsExposure Compensation: +/-3.0 EV (in 0.3 EV steps)Exposure Settings: iAUTO, Program Auto (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter priority (S), Manual (M), Sweep Panorama (2D), Sweep Panorama (3D), Anti Motion Blur, Picture Effect, Scene SelectionISO: ISO200 to 16000, AUTO (ISO200 to 3200) Metering 1200-zone evaluative meteringMetering Modes: Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Exposure 3 | Metering Sensitivity : 0EV-20EV, (at ISO 100 equivalent w/ f/2.8 lens)Noise Reduction : Long exp.NR: (On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 second) High ISO NR: (Normal/Low)Scene Mode(s): Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports action, Sunset, Night portrait, Night View, Handheld TwilightWhite Balance Mode: Auto,Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, Setting the color temperature, Color Filter, Custom |
| Advanced Features | Face Detection: Off, Auto, Child Priority, Adult Priority Smile Shutter technology: Yes – Off, Slight, Normal, Big Advanced User Interface: Easy-to-understand Graphic Display and on-screen Help Guide User-friendly function menu Anti Motion Blur: 6-image layering Auto High Dynamic Range: Yes, (Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure difference Level (1-6 EV at 1.0 EV step), off) Photo Creativity: Yes (via iAuto Mode) Shooting Tips: Yes Sweep Panorama: Horizontal/vertical/3D |
| Recording | Media Type: Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo, media SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cardColor Space: sRGB, AdobeRGBStill Image Mode: JPEG (Standard, Fine), RAW, RAW+JPEGStill Image Size 16:9: L (14M): 4912 X 2760 M (7.1M): 3568 X 2000 S (3.4M): 2448 X 1376Still Image Size 3:2: L (16M): 4912 X 3264 M (8.4M): 3568 X 2368 S (4M): 2448 X 1624 |
| Recording 2 | Panorama Still Image Size: Sweep Panorama: horizontal 12416 x 1856 (23M), vertical 5536 x 2160 (12M), Standard: horizontal 8192 x 1856 (15M), vertical 3872 x 2160 (8.4M) 3D Sweep Panorama: 7152 x 1080 (7.7M), Standard: 4912 x 1080 (5.3M), 16:9: 1920 x 1080 (2.1M)Video Format: AVCHD / MP4 (MPEG-4 AVC (H.264)) |
| Recording 3 | Video Mode: AVCHD: 1920 x 1080/ 60i (60i/24Mbps/ FX, 60i/17Mbps/ FH, 24p/24Mbps/ FX, 24p/17Mbps/ FH) MP4 HD: 1440 x 1080/ 30p (29.97 Progressive) Approx. 12Mbps (Average bit-rate) MP4 VGA: 640 x 480/ 30p (29.97 Progressive) Approx. 3Mbps (Average bit-rate) Video Resolution: MP4 HD: 1280 x 720/ 30p MP4 VGA: 640 x 480/ 30pAudio Format: MPEG-4 AAC-LC |
| LCD Display | LCD Type: 3.0 TFT Xtra Fine LCD (921,600 pixels) w/TruBlack technology Angle Adjustment: Up: Approx. 180 degrees, Down: Approx. 13 degrees Brightness Control: Auto (-2 to +2 step sunny weather) Coverage: 100% Live View: Constant AF Live View Real-time adjustment: On/off Histogram: On/off Peaking: MF only, Level setting: Hi/Mid/Lo/Off, (Color: White/Red/Yellow) Grid Display: Yes (On/off) Customization: Brightness: Auto, Manual, Sunny Weather: blk/wht/blu/pink |
| Drive System | Burst Buffer: JPEG (Fine: 18 shots, Standard: 30 shots), RAW (7 shots), RAW+JPEG (6 shots) Drive Mode: Single-shot, Continuous, Speed Priority, Self-timer, Continuous Self-timer, Bracketing Flash Sync Speed: 1/160 seconds Shutter Speeds: 1/4000 to 30 seconds, bulb Shutter Type: Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane shutter |
| Interface | BRAVIA Sync: Yes, via HDMI with compatible BRAVIA HDTV DVDirect: Yes, via USB HD Output: HDMI (TypeC mini) Memory Card Slot: Dual slot: Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo, media – SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card PhotoTV HD: Yes, with BRAVIA Sync enabled HDTV and HDMI cable USB Port(s): USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage, PTP) |
| Software | Supplied Software: PlayMemories Home; Image Data Converter SR v4.0 Operating System Compatibility: Windows XP SP3 (32-bit), Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1; Mac OS X (v10.3-10.6) |
| Dimensions WxHxD | Approx. 4-5/8 x 2-5/8 x 1-11/16″ / 117.3 x 66.6 x 41.3mm |
| Weight | Approx. 9.0 oz / 255g excl battery & media Approx. 11.1 oz / 314g w/battery & media |
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Sony Nex-C3
Sony Nex-C3
The Nex-C3 is the previous generation Nex 3-series camera, but it’s still a great deal if you can find one!! I did an extensive review on the Nex-C3 and loved it!!
The Sony Alpha NEX-C3 camera is a very capable camera. Adjust the tiltable 3.0 LCD screen to review your pics or use it to frame-up your next shot with the camera really low to the ground or high above your head at a concert. Tons of modes including Sweep Panorama in 2D and 3D, Auto HDR, Handheld Twilight and Anti Motion Blur. Killer 720/30p HD to playback and share later. Get incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements thanks to 16.2MP resolution and Sony Exmor APS HD CMOS technology. The kit for this camera comes with the 18-55mm lens or the 16mm f/2.8 pancake lens. I got the the 18-55mm kit with the 16mm pancake lens, and the optical viewfinder separate.
Key Features:
- 6.2Mp Exmor APS HD CMOS Sensor
- BIONZ Image Processor
- 3.0″ Xtra Fine LCD with TruBlack
- 18-55mm Wide-Angle Lens
- Sony E-mount Lens Mount
- Memory Stick & SD Media Slot
- HD 1280 x 720 Movies
- RAW Image Capture
- Live View on LCD
Sony Nex-C3 Feature Breakdown
- One of the Smallest in Class
- This is the one of the world’s smallest interchangeable lens digital still camera using an APS-C size sensor (as of June 2011). Sony removed the conventional mirror box, AF sensor and viewfinder, reducing the “flange back” distance from 44.5mm to 18mm. The result has all the quality of an Alpha DSLR, in about half the size and weight
- Interchangeable Lenses
- Compatible with Sony’s E-mount series of smaller, lighter lenses designed specifically for Alpha compact interchangeable lens cameras. Opens up a world of creative options
- APS-C Size HD Image Sensor
- The same sensor format that Sony builds into the full-sized ? DSLRs. With 13 times the area of the typical image sensor, APS-C makes the difference between “snapshots” and “photographs,” delivering an exceptional combination of high resolution, high sensitivity and gorgeous, blurred backgrounds
- HD Movie Recording
- Capture vivid, lifelike HD movies in the PC-friendly MP4 format. Shoot 720/30p high definition or standard definition 480/30p
- 16.2Mp Resolution
- You get incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements. Thanks to the APS-C sensor size and Sony Exmor APS HD CMOS technology, the camera achieves high resolution with no penalty in low-light sensitivity or sensor noise
- Up to 5.5 Frames Per Second
- Capture the decisive moment in sports and get the ideal baby photo. Up to 5.5 fps continuous shooting at full 16.2Mp resolution with exposure and focus fixed at the first frame. Standard continuous shooting at up to 2.5 fps
- ISO 12800 Sensitivity
- Incredibly clear low-light pictures without sacrificing detail. This remarkable performance, is made possible by low-noise Exmor APS HD CMOS image sensor and refined BIONZ image processor
- 3D Sweep Panorama View
- Capture vast scenic vistas and 16:9 shots in spectacular 3D. As you sweep across the panorama, the camera records separate right-eye and left-eye images that make landscapes come alive on your 3D television. Records both JPEG and MPO file formats
- Sweep Panorama
- Capture expansive landscapes automatically. Press the shutter, sweep vertically or horizontally. The camera does the rest, continuously shooting images and stitching them together. Up to 23Mp image size. Up to 202 degrees maximum sweep angle (16mm focal length)
- Anti Motion Blur Mode
- Corrects for subject movement to capture amazingly clean and sharp images in low light. The camera leverages the large, APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second. Combining the data from all six creates a single image that minimizes subject blur
- Hand-Held Twilight Mode
- Get cleaner and sharper nighttime pictures-beyond the capability of traditional cameras-without using flash or a tripod. The camera leverages the large, APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second. Combining the data from all six creates a single image of extraordinary detail and low noise
- Auto HDR Built Into Camera
- High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography captures more scene contrast than a single exposure can handle by combining the best highlight detail from one shot and the best shadow detail from another for one incredible shot. Until recently, you needed a computer and editing software. Sony builds HDR in. Handles severe backlighting and other high-contrast scenes. Captures in a split second. (Recommended for still subjects)
- Live View LCD
- The LCD monitor is active full-time for composing shots. Provides a what-you-see-is-what-you-get preview of white balance, focus, depth of field, exposure and 100% framing accuracy, plus informative on-screen displays
- Tiltable 3″ LCD Screen
- Empowers your photography with a different point or view. Tilts down 45° and up 80° to frame high and low-angle shots that would otherwise be hit-or-miss
- Fast Auto Focus
- Some cameras in this class are slow to focus. That can make you miss the shot on fast-moving subjects like sports and unpredictable subjects like pets and babies. Sony’s fast Contrast Auto Focus system typically takes just 0.3 seconds. Also offers continuous Auto Focus when shooting movies
- Intelligent Auto Focus
- Pre-focuses as you compose teh shot, further reducing focusing time to a bare minimum
- 921K Pixel TruBlack LCD Screen
- The TruBlack screen includes a special resin layer to suppress internal reflections, increase contrast compared to conventional LCDs. Sunny Weather mode boosts visibility even further in bright sunlight
- On-Screen Shooting Tips
- Offers advice so you can shoot like a pro
- iAuto (Intelligent Auto) Mode
- Unifies and simplifies Sony intelligent technologies. Takes advantage of Intelligent Scene Recognition, Face Detection technology, and Optical SteadyShot image stabilization without leaving auto mode so you always get the best shot
- On-Screen Help Guide
- Provides ready reference, explains the camera’s modes and settings. Walks you through camera operation so you get the best shot. Helps you advance from basic operation to greater sophistication
- BIONZ Image Processor
- The brain of the camera is a refined version of Sony’s BIONZ image processor. Its chroma noise reduction delivers high-resolution, low-noise photos even at ISO 12800 sensitivity. Also enables fast processing for up to 5.5 fps continuous shooting of data-intensive 16.2Mp images, 2D/3D Sweep Panorama and 6 image layering
- Control Wheel + Customizable Soft Keys
- Unlike cameras that bristle with knobs, buttons and dials, the NEX-C3 features a simple turn-and-click Control Wheel and context-sensitive Soft Keys. It’s elegant, uncluttered and intuitive
- Sony Exmor APS HD CMOS Sensor
- Conventional image sensors use only a handful of analog-to-digital (A/D) converters, which can slow you down. The NEX-C3 Exmor sensor provides 4,912 column-parallel A/D converters. You get fast response, superb image clarity
- 25-Point Auto Focus
- 25 sensors cover a very wide area of the scene, for accurate focusing even when the subject is far from the center of the frame
- Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO)
- Dynamic Range Optimizer improves results with backlit subjects and recovers details hidden in shadows. Settings include Auto, Level with a choice of five operating levels and Off
- Accepts Alpha DSLR A-mount Lenses
- Using the LA-EA1 adaptor (sold separately), you can attach the full selection of Alpha A-mount system lenses, which includes 34 current models and an installed base of millions of lenses worldwide (operational restrictions apply)
- Peaking for Precise Focus
- The Peaking function makes precise manual focusing much easier by highlighting the edges that are in focus in your choice of three colors ( white, red, or yellow). This is especially helpful during macro or portrait photography where your focal plane can make or break your shot
- Multi-Segment Metering
- Optimizes exposure based on 49 segments. Choice of Multi, Center, and Spot metering accommodates a full range of shooting situations
- Manual Focus Assist
- Greatly magnifies the viewfinder image when you touch the focus ring, making it easy to get razor-sharp images. Works with E-mount lenses only
- Accepts Image Stabilized Lenses
- Selected E-mount lenses incorporate Optical SteadyShot image stabilization to combat the effects of camera shake. Building stabilization into the lenses enables the camera body to be remarkably thin and light
- RAW Image Capture
- The NEX-C3 saves your pictures as compact JPEG files or ultra-high quality RAW files. RAW files save images prior to de-mosaicing, white balance, sharpness and color enhancement. This retains maximum latitude for enhancing the image on your PC
- “Background Defocus” Control
- Cameras with APS-C sensors take beautiful pictures because they can blur the background. That helps make your subject stand out as the center of attention in portrait photography. But you’ve had to know about aperture f-stops and shutter speeds. Now Sony makes it easy. Simply turn the Control Wheel one way for backgrounds in focus, the other for background defocus
- Smile Shutter Technology
- Captures a smile the moment it happens. Simply select the Smile Shutter mode and the camera takes the picture automatically. You can prioritize children or adults and adjust the smile sensitivity
- Powerful Supplied Software
- To help you refine and manage your images, the camera is equipped with computer software including Image Data Converter SR, Image Data Lightbox SR and Picture Motion Browser (PMB)
- Face Detection Technology
- The camera can automatically detect up to eight individual faces and adjust focus, exposure, white balance and flash to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends. Can prioritize children or adults
- Six Creative Style Settings
- Control how the camera processes your images with six finishing styles: Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset and B/W. You can even fine-tune contrast, saturation, and sharpness to your personal taste
- HDMI Output for HD Viewing
- Enjoy HD movies and stunning still images on a compatible HDTV. The camera includes an HDMI output. In addition, the BRAVIA Sync system works with compatible Sony BRAVIA HDTVs enabling you to control camera playback using the television’s remote
- Eight Scene Selection Modes
- These help you get the shot by optimizing the camera for specific shooting situations. Select from Portrait, Sports, Macro, Landscape, Sunset, Night View, Night Portrait and Hand-held Night Shot modes
- P/A/S/M Operating Modes
- The NEX-C3 offers a full range of controls from the beginner’s iAUTO mode to P/A/S/M: Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority and Manual. On-screen prompts help you refine your skills, build your confidence and exercise greater creative control
- Photo Creativity Interface
- The Photo Creativity interface enables you to easily enjoy the creative expression of SLR-quality digital imaging. Changes can be combined / removed and viewed in real time on the LCD making it a breeze to make adjustments. Choose from seven different Photo Creativity functions using the convenient control wheel and center button: Picture Effect, Background Defocus Control, Soft Skin Effect, Color, Brightness, Vividness, and Self-timer / Continuous Advance
- Picture Effect Mode
- There are 7 types (11 variations) of picture effects to choose from: Posterization (Color), Posterization (B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color(R), Partial Color(G), Partial Color(B), Partial Color(Y), High-key, High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera. Each is unique and each give you a new and exciting way to make your images and videos pop
- Supplied Detachable Flash
- to help you shoot more effectively in formal portraits, the supplied flash has a Guide Number of 7
- Index and Slide Show Display
- Quickly review your photos using 6 or 12-frame index views, or as an automatic slide show with fade-in/fade-out effect
- Anti-Dust Technology
- Anti-Dust Technology helps keep the CMOS sensor clean, resulting in consistently clear pictures. First a static-free coating on the sensor’s low-pass filter helps repel dust. Then vibration automatically dislodges dust from the sensor
- Up to 400 Shots of Battery Life
- Take up to 400 shots on a single charge with Sony lithium ion Stamina battery power. Sony’s InfoLITHIUM battery system enables you to see the percent of power remaining, so you can keep shooting in confidence
- PhotoTV HD Compatibility
- Optimizes compatible BRAVIA televisions for gorgeous display of digital pictures
- Dual Format Media Card Slot
- For cost-effective, convenient storage and sharing of your images, the camera accepts Memory Stick PRO Duo/Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo and SD/SDHC media (Class 4 or higher recommended. Memory card is required. All are sold separately)
Sony Nex-C3 Specifications
| Lens Mount | Sony E Mount |
| Camera Format | APS-C (1.5x Crop Factor) |
| Sensor Type / Size | CMOS, 23.5 x 15.6 mm |
| File Formats | Still Images: JPEG, RAW Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: AAC |
| Memory Card Type | Memory Stick PRO HG-Duo Memory Stick Pro Duo SD SDHC SDXC |
| AV Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3, 16:9 |
| Audio Recording | With Video, Stereo |
| Focus Control | |
|---|---|
| Focus Type | Auto & Manual |
| Focus Mode | Single-servo AF (S), Continuous-servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M) |
| Autofocus Points | 25 |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Display Screen | 3″ Rear Screen Tilting LCD (921600) |
| Screen Coverage | 100% |
| Live View | Yes |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Max Sync Speed | 1 / 160 sec |
| External Flash Connection | Proprietary |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Continuous Shooting | Up to 10 fps |
| Self Timer | 2 sec, 10 sec |
| Connectivity | AV Output, HDMI C (Mini), USB 2.0 |
| Software Requirements | Windows: XP (SP3), Vista (SP2), 7 Mac: OS X 10.3 or later |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery | 1x NP-FW50 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 4.31 x 2.36 x 1.30″ / 10.96 x 6.0 x 3.30 cm |
| Weight | 7.9 oz / 224 g Camera body only |
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