Sony NEX-5T Mirrorless Camera
The Sony NEX-5T is a 16MP APS-C mirrorless camera — with 1080p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Sony NEX-5T Mirrorless Camera
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Camera Overview — Sony NEX-5T
Key Features — Sony NEX-5T
16MP APS-C CMOS Sensor: Captures images at up to 4912x3264 pixels with a 1.5x crop factor, delivering detailed stills from a compact body.
Hybrid AF System: Combines phase detection and contrast detection autofocus for fast, accurate focusing across stills and video shooting.
10fps Burst Shooting: Continuous shooting at up to 10 frames per second makes it practical for capturing fast-moving subjects.
ISO 100–25600 Range: Wide sensitivity range provides flexibility when shooting in low-light environments without switching to flash.
1080p Video: Records Full HD video at 24, 30, or 60fps, covering a range of motion styles from cinematic to standard and high-frame-rate capture.
Tilting Touchscreen LCD: A 3.0-inch, 921,600-dot touchscreen that tilts downward for selfies and upward for low-angle shooting with touch-to-focus control.
Camera Specifications — Sony NEX-5T
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Mirrorless |
| Sensor | APS-C |
| Resolution | 16MP |
| Processor | BIONZ |
| ISO Range | 100 – 25600 |
| AF System | Phase Detection, Contrast Detection, Hybrid (Phase + Contrast) |
| AF Points | Hybrid AF System |
| Max Photo Resolution | 4912x3264 |
| Burst Rate | 10 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 1080p |
| Max Frame Rate | 60fps |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
Description — Sony NEX-5T
The Sony NEX-5T is a compact mirrorless camera built around an APS-C 16MP sensor and BIONZ image processor. With an ISO range spanning 100 to 25600, it handles a broad range of lighting situations. The Hybrid AF system — combining phase detection and contrast detection — delivers responsive autofocus for both photos and video.
Burst shooting reaches 10fps, and maximum still resolution is 4912x3264 pixels. Video capabilities include 1080p recording at 24fps, 30fps, and 60fps in 8-bit color. The 3.0-inch tilting touchscreen LCD with 921,600 dots makes shooting from unconventional angles intuitive.
Connectivity options include built-in Wi-Fi, USB, and Mini HDMI output. The body is made from metal and plastic, weighs just 276g, and measures 110.8 x 58.8 x 38.3 mm. A built-in pop-up flash is included, and the camera accepts SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards.
Image stabilization is lens-based, so IS performance depends on the lens in use.
Pros — Sony NEX-5T
- ✓Fast 10fps burst mode for capturing action sequences
- ✓Hybrid AF system combining phase detection and contrast detection for versatile focusing
- ✓Wide ISO range of 100–25600 for flexibility in varying light conditions
Cons — Sony NEX-5T
- ✗No in-body image stabilization — stabilization is entirely lens-dependent
- ✗No viewfinder of any kind included
- ✗Battery rated for approximately 330 shots, which is modest for extended shooting sessions
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Sony NEX 5T Review — SourceForge