α Handbook
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4-288-171-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera α Handbook Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index NEX-5N GB © 2011 Sony Corporation
4-288-171-11(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera α Handbook Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index NEX-5N GB © 2011 Sony Corporation
Instruction Manual
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Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. ©2011 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand NEX-5N 4-288-916-12(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual E-mount Preparing the camera Mastering the basic operation Using the recording functions Using the playback functions Checking the functions available Importing images to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Additional information on this product and answers to the computer Others NEX-5N
Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. ©2011 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand NEX-5N 4-288-916-12(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual E-mount Preparing the camera Mastering the basic operation Using the recording functions Using the playback functions Checking the functions available Importing images to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Additional information on this product and answers to the computer Others NEX-5N
Instruction Manual
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The available model varies depending on the supplied lens. Model name NEX-5N NEX-5ND NEX-5NK NEX-5NY GB 8 Lens None E18 - 55 mm and E16 mm E18 - 55 mm E55 - 210 mm and E18 - 55 mm The model name varies depending ... Creating a disc of movies 68 Others Checking the number of recordable images 70 List of icons on the LCD monitor 73 Learning more about the camera (α Handbook 77 Troubleshooting 78 Precautions 82 Specifications 87 Index 92 This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses.
The available model varies depending on the supplied lens. Model name NEX-5N NEX-5ND NEX-5NK NEX-5NY GB 8 Lens None E18 - 55 mm and E16 mm E18 - 55 mm E55 - 210 mm and E18 - 55 mm The model name varies depending ... Creating a disc of movies 68 Others Checking the number of recordable images 70 List of icons on the LCD monitor 73 Learning more about the camera (α Handbook 77 Troubleshooting 78 Precautions 82 Specifications 87 Index 92 This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses.
Instruction Manual
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The number in the U.S.A. x Common accessories • Camera (1) • Battery charger BC-VW1 (1) • CD-ROM (1) - and Canada) x NEX-5N • Body cap (1) (attached to the camera) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1) x NEX-5ND • E16 mm single focus lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Rear lens cap (1) • E18 - 55 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap...
The number in the U.S.A. x Common accessories • Camera (1) • Battery charger BC-VW1 (1) • CD-ROM (1) - and Canada) x NEX-5N • Body cap (1) (attached to the camera) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1) x NEX-5ND • E16 mm single focus lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Rear lens cap (1) • E18 - 55 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap...
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x Lens See page 89 on the specifications of the lenses. E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5ND/ 5NK/5NY) E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-5ND) Preparing the camera A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index * A converter is sold separately. ** Do not touch this part directly. A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zooming ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. GB 13
x Lens See page 89 on the specifications of the lenses. E18 - 55 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-5ND/ 5NK/5NY) E16 mm F2.8 (supplied with NEX-5ND) Preparing the camera A Converter index* B Focusing ring C Lens contacts** D Mounting index * A converter is sold separately. ** Do not touch this part directly. A Hood index B Focusing ring C Zooming ring D Focal-length scale E Focal-length index F Lens contacts* G Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly. GB 13
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GB 14 Preparing the camera E55 - 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-5NY) A Focusing ring B Zooming ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts* F Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly.
GB 14 Preparing the camera E55 - 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS (supplied with NEX-5NY) A Focusing ring B Zooming ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts* F Mounting index * Do not touch this part directly.
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... 28.2° - 7.8° 1.0 (3.28) Maximum 0.078 0.3 0.225 magnification (×) Minimum f-stop f/22 f/22 - Design and specifications are based on digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sized image sensor. 2) Minimum focus is not available. Others GB 89 f/32 Filter diameter 49 49 49 (mm) Dimensions (max. Lens... Lens E16 mm single E18 - 55 mm focus lens zoom lens E55 - 210 mm zoom lens Camera NEX-5ND NEX-5ND/5NK/ 5NY NEX-5NY Equivalent 24 35 mm-format focal length1) (mm) 27 - 82.5 82.5 - 315 Lens groups-elements Angle of ...
... 28.2° - 7.8° 1.0 (3.28) Maximum 0.078 0.3 0.225 magnification (×) Minimum f-stop f/22 f/22 - Design and specifications are based on digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sized image sensor. 2) Minimum focus is not available. Others GB 89 f/32 Filter diameter 49 49 49 (mm) Dimensions (max. Lens... Lens E16 mm single E18 - 55 mm focus lens zoom lens E55 - 210 mm zoom lens Camera NEX-5ND NEX-5ND/5NK/ 5NY NEX-5NY Equivalent 24 35 mm-format focal length1) (mm) 27 - 82.5 82.5 - 315 Lens groups-elements Angle of ...
2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specifications
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... is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • SteadyShot INSIDE, Optical SteadyShot and G Lens are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Carl Zeiss is the world's first adaptor to leverage Sony's exclusive Translucent Mirror Technology... polarizing filters improve contrast in the bottom of the unit. * NEX-3, NEX-5, NEX-C3 and NEX-VG10 require firmware update to the phase detection AF sensor in overly bright...High-grade Carl Zeiss filters with exclusive T* coating optimize the superb performance of your E-mount camera. VF-49MPAM (49mm) VF-55MPAM (55mm) VF-62MPAM (62mm) VF-67MPAM (67mm...
... is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • SteadyShot INSIDE, Optical SteadyShot and G Lens are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Carl Zeiss is the world's first adaptor to leverage Sony's exclusive Translucent Mirror Technology... polarizing filters improve contrast in the bottom of the unit. * NEX-3, NEX-5, NEX-C3 and NEX-VG10 require firmware update to the phase detection AF sensor in overly bright...High-grade Carl Zeiss filters with exclusive T* coating optimize the superb performance of your E-mount camera. VF-49MPAM (49mm) VF-55MPAM (55mm) VF-62MPAM (62mm) VF-67MPAM (67mm...
Brochure and Specifications
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Amazing high-resolution images, lightning-quick response, Full HD and a host of advanced features make it easy for anyone to our E-mount interchangeable-lens cameras packs all the quality and imaging precision of advanced-class cameras into a slim, wonderfully stylish little body that goes where you go. This feature-rich addition to seize the moment. Black Silver White Seize the moment, with beauty and grace Before those once-in-a lifetime moments slip away, capture them in beautiful photos and movies with Sony NEX-5N.
Amazing high-resolution images, lightning-quick response, Full HD and a host of advanced features make it easy for anyone to our E-mount interchangeable-lens cameras packs all the quality and imaging precision of advanced-class cameras into a slim, wonderfully stylish little body that goes where you go. This feature-rich addition to seize the moment. Black Silver White Seize the moment, with beauty and grace Before those once-in-a lifetime moments slip away, capture them in beautiful photos and movies with Sony NEX-5N.
Brochure and Specifications
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... and flash output-the perfect way to change composition and track moving subjects-while maintaining focus. The AF points are locked at their best NEX-5N comes with Sony's new Object Tracking Focus function, focus locks onto the subject, keeping even moving subjects The new touch screen puts focus at a time. * ...; technology so that all you register up to three shots at your fingertips. Face Registration can shoot up to eight faces, which the camera instantly recognizes and uses as of an eye so we decreased the release time lag to an astounding 0.02 sec.-five times faster than...
... and flash output-the perfect way to change composition and track moving subjects-while maintaining focus. The AF points are locked at their best NEX-5N comes with Sony's new Object Tracking Focus function, focus locks onto the subject, keeping even moving subjects The new touch screen puts focus at a time. * ...; technology so that all you register up to three shots at your fingertips. Face Registration can shoot up to eight faces, which the camera instantly recognizes and uses as of an eye so we decreased the release time lag to an astounding 0.02 sec.-five times faster than...
Brochure and Specifications
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...: • Compatible with NEX-5, NEX-3, NEX-C3, NEX-VG10 and professional camcorder NEX-FS100 after firmware update. • Not compatible with NEX-5, NEX-3 or NEX-C3. Delivering high-resolution and high-contrast, this OLED viewfinder also provides useful shooting information so you raise the camera to life. * Not compatible...Mount Adaptor LA-EA2, 1/1000 sec., F4.5, ISO 320, Auto white balance New optional mount adaptor for Sony A-mount lenses Turn your creativity loose with the camera held at eye-level, just like a traditional DSLR. Mount Adaptor LA-EA2 gives you to super telephoto, ...
...: • Compatible with NEX-5, NEX-3, NEX-C3, NEX-VG10 and professional camcorder NEX-FS100 after firmware update. • Not compatible with NEX-5, NEX-3 or NEX-C3. Delivering high-resolution and high-contrast, this OLED viewfinder also provides useful shooting information so you raise the camera to life. * Not compatible...Mount Adaptor LA-EA2, 1/1000 sec., F4.5, ISO 320, Auto white balance New optional mount adaptor for Sony A-mount lenses Turn your creativity loose with the camera held at eye-level, just like a traditional DSLR. Mount Adaptor LA-EA2 gives you to super telephoto, ...
Brochure and Specifications
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... first for interchangeable-lens cameras1. With a vast array of lenses from which Sony is a foundational piece of August 2011. With P/A/S/M modes, you can now record movies at its finest More than a camera, NEX-5N is famous, and with a wide viewing angle, pixel magnification and sunshade, ...this good. High-performance E-mount lenses, designed specifically for NEX-5N and other cameras in 29 minute segments. 2 Require Mount Adaptor LA-EA2...
... first for interchangeable-lens cameras1. With a vast array of lenses from which Sony is a foundational piece of August 2011. With P/A/S/M modes, you can now record movies at its finest More than a camera, NEX-5N is famous, and with a wide viewing angle, pixel magnification and sunshade, ...this good. High-performance E-mount lenses, designed specifically for NEX-5N and other cameras in 29 minute segments. 2 Require Mount Adaptor LA-EA2...
Brochure and Specifications
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... used settings by customizing controls. This expands photographic expression by configuring NEX-5N according to how you shoot. A wide range of creative modes. Just select iAuto mode and let the camera do the rest, automatically adjusting settings to tweak the look For added... urge*. * Some Picture Effect modes are displayed in combination with iAuto mode Despite its many advanced functions for serious photography, NEX-5N also takes great snaps. Less background defocus Exposure, white balance and saturation for realistic images Properly adjusting Brightness (exposure), Color (...
... used settings by customizing controls. This expands photographic expression by configuring NEX-5N according to how you shoot. A wide range of creative modes. Just select iAuto mode and let the camera do the rest, automatically adjusting settings to tweak the look For added... urge*. * Some Picture Effect modes are displayed in combination with iAuto mode Despite its many advanced functions for serious photography, NEX-5N also takes great snaps. Less background defocus Exposure, white balance and saturation for realistic images Properly adjusting Brightness (exposure), Color (...
Brochure and Specifications
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...information to obtain eye-catching portraits and group photos. Choose from Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset and Black & White depending on NEX-5N are not displayed in the menu. Increases saturation, contrast and sharpness, and strengthens blues and greens. For soft, rich and natural ... in order to look like photos of art. 11 modes with or without people. The camera that transforms scenes to get just the right look. Employing Sony's renowned Face Detection technology, this feature identifies distinctive facial characteristics, then reduces or completely removes...
...information to obtain eye-catching portraits and group photos. Choose from Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset and Black & White depending on NEX-5N are not displayed in the menu. Increases saturation, contrast and sharpness, and strengthens blues and greens. For soft, rich and natural ... in order to look like photos of art. 11 modes with or without people. The camera that transforms scenes to get just the right look. Employing Sony's renowned Face Detection technology, this feature identifies distinctive facial characteristics, then reduces or completely removes...
Brochure and Specifications
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...Requires HDMI® cable (at high speed, NEX-5N aligns and combines them into one low-noise photo. Note: ...best results when shooting at different exposures- NEX-5N takes three shots at wide-angle focal lengths...by the human eye. NEX-5N takes a series of the original scene. Hand-held Twilight mode, NEX-5N fires off six photos at... night shots Discover how easy it to Auto and let NEX-5N decide the appropriate optimization or manually select from 1 EV...to 6 EV. Like Auto HDR, this mode, gently sweep the camera in light and shadow. Thanks to -side or up/down. ...
...Requires HDMI® cable (at high speed, NEX-5N aligns and combines them into one low-noise photo. Note: ...best results when shooting at different exposures- NEX-5N takes three shots at wide-angle focal lengths...by the human eye. NEX-5N takes a series of the original scene. Hand-held Twilight mode, NEX-5N fires off six photos at... night shots Discover how easy it to Auto and let NEX-5N decide the appropriate optimization or manually select from 1 EV...to 6 EV. Like Auto HDR, this mode, gently sweep the camera in light and shadow. Thanks to -side or up/down. ...
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...proper white balance. You can change the sensitivity of the Peaking function as well as SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi media. Sony TruBlack technology reduces reflections for more ways to obtain razor-sharp focus. Flick the screen to a mountain lake. PMB (Picture Motion ... crisp 921K-dot resolution and wide 16:9 aspect ratio-perfect for unsurpassed creative flexibility NEX-5N offers the same level of the composition on which shows short explanations as other advanced-class cameras thanks to audio in movies. You can assign the AE lock function to 10x magnification...
...proper white balance. You can change the sensitivity of the Peaking function as well as SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi media. Sony TruBlack technology reduces reflections for more ways to obtain razor-sharp focus. Flick the screen to a mountain lake. PMB (Picture Motion ... crisp 921K-dot resolution and wide 16:9 aspect ratio-perfect for unsurpassed creative flexibility NEX-5N offers the same level of the composition on which shows short explanations as other advanced-class cameras thanks to audio in movies. You can assign the AE lock function to 10x magnification...
