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Sony - NEX-5T Compact System Camera with 16-50mm Retractable Lens - Silver
Average customer rating
4
(4 Reviews)
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Customer Reviews for Sony - NEX-5T Compact System Camera with 16-50mm Retractable Lens - Silver
Customer Rating
5
Small and powerful
on May 17, 2014
Posted by: DreCtninea
I have an A65 and wanted the wife to get something smaller, finally she did. She loves it and i can't say how jealous i am. The camera takes very good pictures with auto settings and if user is knowledgeable F-stop and shutter can be manipulated. We went out to the race track and she was taking better pictures then me. I had a zoom advantage, but at the end of the day... She could get the small camera out and take great shots at the pits while i felt uncomfortable to take out the a65 70-200 lens out. The great thing about this camera is that u can take pictures everywhere because it is so small and u dont have to worry about settings the camera will set it up for u and take the picture fast. I still think my A65 with all the a-mount lens available is a great feature, but its nice that a small little camera that fits in your pocket and shots fast and sharp works and competes with the big units is a great reason to buy...
Written by a customer while visiting sony.com
Customer Rating
4
Solid Device
on July 6, 2014
Posted by: Anonymous
Pros: Very easy to use.
The 16-50 mm lens that the unit comes with is very decent, but not great for macro shots as it needs to be over 12 inches away of your focus point. Works great for portraits even in low light, with or without flash.
I find the camera apps available to download to the camera to be a nice touch and very useful for beginner photographers.
The auto focus on the lens works great, but if your shooting anything within three feet, it has a hard time and you'll need to switch it to manual.
The unit itself is very fast and has no problem doing high speed shooting even if you don't have a high seed memory card.
The duel microphones pick up stereo audio really nicely.
The 16-50 mm lens that the unit comes with is very decent, but not great for macro shots as it needs to be over 12 inches away of your focus point. Works great for portraits even in low light, with or without flash.
I find the camera apps available to download to the camera to be a nice touch and very useful for beginner photographers.
The auto focus on the lens works great, but if your shooting anything within three feet, it has a hard time and you'll need to switch it to manual.
The unit itself is very fast and has no problem doing high speed shooting even if you don't have a high seed memory card.
The duel microphones pick up stereo audio really nicely.
Cons: Whenever I've done full HD recordings, whether my surrounding temperature is 60F or 90F, the device shows that its overheating and shuts off.
The battery doesn't last very long but most mirrorless cameras I've reviewed lack a long battery life.
The battery doesn't last very long but most mirrorless cameras I've reviewed lack a long battery life.
Overall, I think the camera is a great equivalent to a professional DLSR with the advantage of being super easy and fun to use. A great buy.
Response from sony.comBy Amanda, Sony Support, July 9, 2014
Thank you for the feedback I will forward this along to the correct department
Written by a customer while visiting sony.com
Customer Rating
2
Great pictures, Poor durability and longevity
on April 15, 2014
Posted by: CSDTX
This camera takes wonderful photo's and is compact and easy for on the go. Small enough it is not cumbersome for vacation use.
Unfortunately Sony customer service is pretty inconvenient. I purchased this camera in April 2013, it mysteriously stopped working in February 2014. I took it to the Sony store, they are not equipped to handle camera's. They referred us to the technical support line. I had to mail the camera in, at which point I was told that the camera had physical damage and could be repaired for $800. My problem with the product is that the camera had never been dropped, any damage done I would deem as normal wear and tear. I feel the longevity and durability of the camera should have been better in this price point.
The Panorama feature on this camera was GREAT! Until is completely stopped functioning after four months of use. The photo's were too dark to discern anything.
Response from sony.comBy Joey, Sony, April 16, 2014
We certainly understand why you might feel that way. Let’s see how we can fix this for you. Kindly reach out to our support team via SonySupportUSA@am.sony.com
Written by a customer while visiting sony.com
Customer Rating
5
Great for Street Photography
on July 26, 2014
Posted by: SMART
This is a great camera. It is small, has great quality and is quick. It is great for street photography. This and other future models are a great line of cameras!
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