The Sony Alpha NEX-5N is version 2.5 of Sony’s NEX compact mirrorless camera system. Sony introduced their NEX mirrorless camera line in 2009 and updated it with a new entry level model, the NEX-C3 in the spring of 2011. The 16-megapixel NEX-5N was introduced in late 2011 with a new 16-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, improved auto focus, and improved AVCHD video. The camera body is very small, with a 3-inch tilting rear LCD display. It has a full range of shooting modes, including full manual for experienced photographers and iAuto and scene modes for point-and-shooters. I first saw it at the 2011 PhotoPlus Expo and asked Sony to send me one for review ASAP. They sent me the basic NEX-5N kit, which includes their 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS zoom lens. I also requested a longer lens for landscape and sports photos so they also included the 55-210mm f/4.5-6.3 telephoto zoom lens.

 
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Price: $699 with 18-55mm kit lens

Sony NEX-5N Pros Well-built, compact camera body 16-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor delivers superior image quality 3-inch tilting 921k touchscreen LCD display LA-EA2 Adapter adds DSLR phase detect auto focus Sweep Panorama mode Peaking AF display – makes manual focus easier and more precise Sony NEX-5N Cons No built-in flash or hot shoe Limited lens options Large lenses make the Sony NEX system larger than other mirrorless camera options

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