Sony has announced the Alpha NEX-5R, the latest in its series of mid-level mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. The 16MP 5R adds on-sensor phase detection elements to enable hybrid autofocus, and gains a control dial and dedicated function button over its predecessor, the 5N. The 5R also gains Wi-Fi capabilities and the ability to run proprietary in-camera apps to extend its capabilities.
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Sony NEX-5R Price
The price for Sony NEX-5R is $649.99.
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Sony NEX-5R Specifications
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| MSRP | With 18-55mmm : $750/ £670/€749 ; Body Only: $650 |
| Body type | |
| Body type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Body material | Metal top/front plate, Polycarbonate |
| Sensor | |
| Max resolution | 4912 x 3264 |
| Other resolutions | 4912 x 2760, 3568 x 2368, 3568 x 2000, 2448 x 1624, 2448 x 1376 |
| Image ratio w:h | 3:2, 16:9 |
| Effective pixels | 16.1 megapixels |
| Sensor photo detectors | 16.7 megapixels |
| Sensor size | APS-C (23.4 x 15.6 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Processor | Bionz |
| Color space | sRGB, Adobe RGB |
| Color filter array | Primary color filter |
| Image | |
| ISO | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600 |
| White balance presets | 6 |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
| Image stabilization | No |
| Uncompressed format | RAW |
| JPEG quality levels | Fine, Standard |
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| Image parameters |
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| Optics & Focus | |
| Autofocus |
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| Digital zoom | No |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Number of focus points | 25 |
| Lens mount | Sony E Mount |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5× |
| Screen / viewfinder | |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3″ |
| Screen dots | 920,000 |
| Touch screen | Yes |
| Screen type | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes |
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) |
| Photography features | |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 sec |
| Exposure modes |
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| Scene modes |
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| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash range | 12 m |
| External flash | Yes (Accessory Port) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Continuous drive | Yes (10 fps) |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Metering modes |
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| Exposure compensation | ±3 EV (at 1/3 EV steps) |
| WB Bracketing | No |
| Videography features | |
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| Microphone | Stereo |
| Speaker | Mono |
| Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Storage | |
| Storage types | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage included | None |
| Connectivity | |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI | Yes (Mini Type C) |
| Wireless | BuiltIn |
| Remote control | Yes (Yes, by optional RMT-DSLR1) |
| Physical | |
| Environmentally sealed | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack |
| Battery description | Lithium-Ion NPFW50 rechargeable battery & charger |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 330 |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 276 g (0.61 lb / 9.74 oz) |
| Dimensions | 111 x 59 x 39 mm (4.37 x 2.32 x 1.54″) |
| Other features | |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| Timelapse recording | No |
| GPS | None |
Sony NEX-5R Release Date
The Sony NEX-5R will be available on October 21, 2012.