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Sony Alpha NEX-5N
  • Type

    Mirrorless

  • Effective pixels

    16.1 MP

  • Size

    APS-C

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Key points

ISO max

25600

Focal length multiplier (Interchangeable lens)

1.5 x

Display size

3 in

Range

12 m

Maximum framerate at max resolution

60 fps

Interchangeable lens

Yes

Touchscreen

Yes

Flip-out screen

Yes

Eye-Fi compatible

Yes

Minimum shutter speed

30 s

Weak points

Image stabilization

No

Integrated lens

No

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Expert reviews

DPReview

The Sony Alpha NEX-5N is the fourth model in Sony's NEX line of APS-C format mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. Like the NEX-C3, the 5N is a...

DigitalVersus

Sony is updating its NEX range of interchangeable lens cameras for 2011 with the notable appearance of a 16-Megapixel APS-C sensor in these consumer...

DPReview

The Sony Alpha NEX-5N is the fourth model in Sony's NEX line of APS-C format mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. Just as the NEX-C3 replaces the...

PCMAG

The 16-megapixel Sony Alpha NEX-5N ($699.99 with 18-55mm kit lens, direct) is both the follow-up to Sony's very popular NEX-5 camera and the big...

CNet UK

Sony's drive to slim down our digital cameras continues apace. Most recently we reviewed the Alpha SLT-A35, which does away with the dSLR's...

Cameras Reviewed.com

The Sony NEX-5N is the midrange model of Sony’s 2011 NEX lineup, with an overall design similar to 2010’s NEX-5 but with a number of smart...

TechRadar

The second generation Sony NEX-5N sits in the middle of a revamped NEX compact system camera (CSC) range, just above the NEX-C3, with which it shares...

Imaging Resource

Though outwardly it looks quite similar to its predecessor, the Sony NEX-5N has made quite a few inner changes that are worthy of note. Its...

Camera Labs

The Sony Alpha NEX-5N is one of three new NEX models announced by Sony in August 2011. The NEX mirrorless ILC range is built around a large 'APS-C'...

Photography Blog

The Sony NEX-5N is a new compact system camera, the fourth model in the NEX series. Featuring a 16.1 megapixel Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor, 25-point...

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Technical specifications

General
Type Mirrorless
Available Yes
Release date (US) September 2011
Street price (US) 699.99 $
Released (FR) September 2011
Street price (EUR) 599 €
Colors
Grey
Black
Sensor
Effective pixels 16.1 MP
Type CMOS
Size APS-C
Area 23.4x15.6 mm
Processor BIONZ
Optics
Integrated lens No
Interchangeable lens Yes
Lens mount Sony E
Focal length multiplier 1.5 x
Minimum shutter speed 30 s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 s
Display
Viewfinder Yes
Mounting Optional
Type Electronic
LiveView Yes
Display size 3 in
Display resolution 920000 px
Touchscreen Yes
Flip-out screen Yes
Second display No
Camera features
Exposure modes Full manual
Shutter Speed priority
Aperture priority
Metering modes Center-weighted
Multi
Spot
Self timer Yes
Type 2 seconds
10 seconds
10 seconds (3 pictures)
Scene modes Yes
Other features
Orientation sensor Yes
Proximity sensor No
GPS No
Timelapse No
3D No
Projector No
Waterproof No
Environmentally sealed No
Power
Standard No
Rechargeable Yes
Type Lithium-ion
Capacity 1080 mAh
Size and weight
58.8 in
38.2 in
110.8 in
269 oz
Sony Alpha NEX-5N
Height 58.8 in
Width 110.8 in
Deep 38.2 in
Weight 269 oz
Image
Max resolution 4912x3264 pixels
Ratio 3:2
16:9
ISO min 100
ISO max 25600
White balance presets 6
Custom white balance Yes
Image stabilization No
Uncompressed format Yes
Formats RAW
Focus
Autofocus Contrast detection
Manual focus Yes
Number of focus points 25
Flash
Internal Flash Yes
Modes Auto
Fill-in
On
Off
Red-eye Reduction
Second curtain (rear)
Slow Sync
Range 12 m
External flash Yes
Video
Format AVCHD
Sound Stereo
Maximum resolution 1920x1080 pixels
Maximum framerate at max resolution 60 fps
High speed movie No
Connectivity
USB Yes
USB version 2.0
HDMI Yes
Wi-Fi No
Ethernet (RJ45) No
DLNA No
Memory card support Yes
Type Memory Stick PRO Duo
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
SD
SDHC
SDXC
Dual slot No
Eye-Fi compatible Yes
Remote control Yes
Audio No
NFC No



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