Sony throws Hybrid AF and apps at the mirrorless NEX-5R
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The mirrorless interchangeable lens Sony NEX-5R features a large 16.1-megapixel APS-C image sensor
The 7.5-cm (3-inch) 921k dot resolution touchscreen on the Sony NEX-5R can be tilted downwards 50 degrees
The 921k dot resolution touchscreen on the Sony NEX-5R can be upwards 180 degrees for shooting self portraits
The touchscreen on the Sony NEX-5R tilts upwards 180 degrees and downwards 50 degrees
The Sony NEX-5R measures just 111 x 59 x 39 mm (4.37 x 2.32 x 1.54 inches)
The Sony NEX-5R features WiFi and a HDMI port
The NEX-5R has a new Fast Hybrid AF, which combines on-sensor phase-detection and contrast-detection autofocus
Phase detection, across 99 focus points, is used to detect subject distance, while 25 contrast-detection focus points add precise focus
The control dial which sits atop the Sony NEX-5R gives more experienced photographers the ability make quick and easy manual adjustments
More app can be added to the Sony NEX-5R via PlayMemories Camera Apps
PlayMemories Camera Apps is an "On-Demand" download service from Sony which allows users to connect via the in-camera Wi-Fi and install new functions to their device
The Sony NEX-5R takes E-mount lens, but can also be used with A-mount lenses with optional adaptor
The Sony NEX-5R features a 16.1-megapixel APS-C image sensor
The Sony NEX-5R uses a BIONZ image processor for clean low light images, and has an ISO range of 100-25600
Movie shooting is offered at 1920 x 1080 50p, while an Auto Slow Shutter feature detects low-light situations and automatically switches to a slower shutter speed to brighten up the resulting footage
Article Summary
Sony has revealed the NEX-5R compact system camera which features a 16.1-megapixel APS-C image sensor, Wi-Fi for easy image sharing, and an impressive burst rate of ten frames per second. The addition of Sony PlayMemories Camera Apps also means users will be able to upgrade the camera’s capabilities by downloading apps to add new functions.
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