Sony NEX-5K/B manual Optics/Lens, Power, Software, Flash, LCD Display, Viewfinder, Imaging Sensor

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NEX-5K/B

Specifications

Optics/Lens

Lens Type: E-mount 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OSS

Aperture(Max.): f/3.5 - 5.6

Aperture(Min.): f/22 - 32

FilterDiameter: 49mm

Lens Groups-Elements: 9 groups, 11 elements (4 aspheric surfaces)

Lens Mount Type: Sony E-mount

Minimum Focus Distance: 9.8" (0.25m)

Non-rotating Focusing Ring: No rotation

Aperture Blade: 7 blades (Circular aperture)

Focal Length (35mm equivalent): 27mm-82.5mm (35mm equivalent)

Power

BatteryType: InfoLITHIUM® NP-FW50 (7.2V)

Number of Still Images: Approx. 330 images (CIPA standard)

Software

Supplied Software: PMB (Picture Motion Browser) 4.3.01 Image Data Converter SR 3.1 Image Data Lightbox SR

Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Windows XP*SP2 Windows Vista Mac OS X(v10.1.3) or later

Flash

Flash Compensation: +/-2EV,1/3EV steps

Flash Coverage: FOV coverage up to 16 mm (in the focal length)

Flash Metering System: Pre-flash TTL

Guide Number: 7 (in meters at ISO 100)

Recycling Time: Approx. 4 sec.

Flash Bracketing: 3 frames, 1/3, 2/3EV steps selectable

Flash Modes: Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear sync., Slow sync., Red-eye reduction

Flash Type: Smart accessory terminal (HVL-F7S Flash Supplied)

LCD Display

AngleAdjustment: Up: Approx. 80 degrees, Down: Approx. 45 degrees

Brightness Control: Auto (-2 to +2 step sunny weather)

Coverage: 100%

Customization: Brightness: Auto, Manual, Sunny Weather Display Color: Black, White, Blue, Pink

Grid Display: Yes (On/off)

Histogram: Yes (On/off)

Live View: Yes, (Constant AF Live View)

Real-time image adjustment display: Exposure Compensation, WB, Creative Style

LCD Type: 3.0”TFT Xtra Fine™ LCD (921,600 pixels) w/TruBlack™ technology

Viewfinder

Magnification: 0.3x (APS-C)

Imaging Sensor

Anti-Dust: Charge protection coating on Low-Pass Filter and electromagnetic vibration mechanism

Color Filter System: RGB primary color filters

Effective Picture Resolution: Approx. 14.2 megapixels

Imaging Sensor: Exmor™ APS HD CMOS sensor (23.4 X 15.6mm)

Pixel Gross: Approx. 14.6 megapixels

Processor: BIONZ™ image processor

Focal Length Conversion Factor: 1.5x

Drive System

Burst Buffer: JPEG (unlimited to card capacity)

RAW (8 shots)

RAW+JPEG (5 shots)

Continuous Shooting Speed: Continuous (2.3fps)

Speed Priority (7fps)

DriveMode: Single-shot, Continuous, Speed Priority, Self-timer, Continuous Self-timer, Bracketing; Remote

Flash Sync Speed: 1/160 seconds

Self-timer: 2-sec. or 10-sec. delay, (single, continuous 3 or 5 frames)

ShutterSpeeds: 1/4000 to 30 seconds, bulb

ShutterType: Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane shutter

Advanced Features

Advanced User Interface: Easy-to-understand Graphic Display and on- screen Help Guide User-friendly function menu

Anti Motion Blur: 6-image layering

Auto High Dynamic Range: Yes, (Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure difference Level (1-6 EV at 1.0 EV step), off)

Face Detection: Off, Auto, Child Priority, Adult Priority

Shooting Tips: 80 expert advice shooting tips

Sweep Panorama: Horizontal, Vertical, and 3D Panorama14

Smile Shutter™ technology: Yes - Off, Slight, Normal, Big

Exposure System

Auto Exposure Lock: Yes (AE Lock with focus lock)

Color Temperature: 2500 - 9900 k with 19-step Magenta / Green compensation

CreativeStyle: Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, B/W

D-Range Optimizer: Yes: (Auto, Level 1-5, off)

Exposure Compensation: ±2.0 EV (in 0.3 EV steps)

ExposureSettings: iAUTO, Program Auto (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter priority (S), Manual (M)

ISO: Auto, 200 to 12800

Metering: 49 Segment metering from CMOS image sensor

Metering Modes: Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot

MeteringSensitivity: 0EV-20EV, (at ISO 100 equivalent w/ f/2.8 lens)

Noise Reduction: Long exp.NR: (On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 second)

High ISO NR: (Auto/Weak)

Scene Mode(s): Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports action, Sunset, Night portrait, Night View, Handheld Twilight

White Balance Mode: Auto,Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, Setting the color temperature, Custom

Focus Control

AF Illuminator: Built-in, LED type

AF Modes: Single-shot AF, Continuous AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus

Focus Area: Multi Point AF (25 points), Center Weighted AF, Flexible Spot

AF

Focus Features: Predictive Focus Control, Focus Lock

Focus Points: 25 points

Focus Sensitivity: 0 EV to +20 EV (at ISO100 conversion with F2.8 lens)

Focus System: Contrast AF

Manual Focus Assist: Magnified display for precise manual focus

Interface

BRAVIA® Sync™ : Yes, via HDMI with compatible BRAVIA HDTV

DVDirect: Yes, via USB

HD Output: HDMI (TypeC mini)

Memory Card Slot: Dual slot: Memory Stick PRO Duo™ /Pro-HG

Duo™ /PRO-HG HX Duo™ media - SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card

PhotoTV HD: Yes, with BRAVIA Sync™ enabled HDTV and HDMI cable

USBPort(s): USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage, PTP)

Recording

Audio Format: Dolby Digital (AC-3) / MPEG-4 AAC-LC

Color Space: sRGB, AdobeRGB

Media Type: Memory Stick PRO Duo™ /Pro-HG Duo™ /PRO-HG HX Duo™ media

SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card

Video Format: AVCHD / MP4 (MPEG-4 AVC (H.264))

Still Image Mode: JPEG (Standard, Fine), RAW, RAW+JPEG

Still Image Size 16:9: L (12M): 4592 X 2576

M (6.3M): 3344 X 1872

S (2.9M): 2288 X 1280

Still Image Size 3:2: L (14M): 4592 X 3056

M (7.4M): 3344 X 2224

S (3.5M): 2288 X 1520

Video Resolution: AVCHD: 1920 x 1080/ 60i

MP4 HD: 1440 x 1080/ 30p

MP4 VGA: 640 x 480/ 30p

Camera

Camera Type: Sony E-mount interchangeable lens digital camera

Lens Mount: Sony E-mount

Lens Compatibility: Sony E-mount lens, (Sony A-mount lenses when used with LA-EA1 lens adaptor)

Dimensions

Weight: Approx. 8.1 oz (229g) (excl battery & media)

Approx. 10.1 oz (287g) (w/battery & media)

Measurements: Appx 4-3/8 × 2-3/8 × 1-9/16"(110.8x58.8x38.2mm) (W/H/D); 15/16" (24.2mm) excl grip & lens mount

Service and Warranty Information

Limited Warranty Term: 1 Year Parts & Labor

Supplied Accessories

SEL1855 Interchangeable α E-mount lens

Lens cap

HVL-F7S detachable flash

Case for flash

BC-VW1 Battery Charger

Power cord

NP-FW50 Lithium ion rechargeable battery

Shoulder strap

USB cable (Mini B)

CD-ROM

Color: Black

UPC Code: 027242797505

1.World's first interchangeable lens digital still camera with 1080/60i HD movies.

2.Movie recording is limited to segments of 29 minutes, maximum. When using movie mode Memory Stick PRO Duo with MARK2 logo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG HX Duo or Class 4 or higher for SD/SDHC media are recommended.

3.More than 13 times the area of 1/2.4-inch type sensor of the Sony DSC-WX1.

4.World's smallest, lightest interchangeable lens digital camera as of April 2010

5.48.8% smaller and 49.1% lighter compared to Sony α230.

6.Viewable area measured diagonally

7.Attaching Sony A-mount lens requires LA-EA1 adaptor (sold separately). Manual focus and full open aperture shooting only.

8.HD Viewing requires a mini-HDMI-to-HDMI cable and compatible HDTV, both sold separately.

9.Works with other BRAVIA® Sync™ or Theatre Sync™ labeled HDTVs when connected via HDMI interface. Mini-HDMI-to-HDMI cable required, sold separately.

10.When fully charged. Actual results may vary based on product settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions.

11.Compatible BRAVIA® HDTV and HDMI™ or component cable (all sold separately) required for PhotoTV HD viewing. Specifications for BRAVIA HDTV shown vary according to market region..

12.Auto Focus function is only available with Sony E-Mount lenses

13.PMB requires Microsoft® Windows® XP SP3/ Windows Vista® SP2/ Windows 7. Mac OS® not supported. Movie format is compatible with iMovie® ‘09 or later versions.

14.Firmware update required for 3D feature functionality (available Summer 2010). 3D viewing requires 3D HDTV, a high speed HDMI™ cable (supporting at least 10.2 Gbps) connection and 3D glasses (all sold separately).

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Last Updated: 03/08/2011

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Contents NEX-5K/B Dimensions PowerAdvanced Features Service and Warranty Information

NEX-5K/B specifications

The Sony NEX-5K/B is a compact mirrorless camera that has made a significant impact on the photography world since its release. Known for its combination of portability and high-quality imaging, the NEX-5K/B is part of Sony's NEX series, which focuses on the growing demand for versatile and lightweight interchangeable lens cameras.

One of the standout features of the NEX-5K/B is its impressive 14.2-megapixel Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor. This large sensor size not only allows for better low-light performance but also achieves shallow depth-of-field effects, giving photographers the ability to create professional-looking images with beautiful background blur. The camera captures images at a maximum resolution of 4592 x 3448 pixels, ensuring detailed and vibrant photographs.

Equipped with the BIONZ image processor, the NEX-5K/B enhances processing speed, noise reduction, and overall performance. Users benefit from quick autofocus and high-speed continuous shooting at 7 frames per second. This performance makes it ideal for various shooting scenarios, whether capturing fast-moving subjects or still life.

Another impressive aspect of the NEX-5K/B is its video capabilities. The camera can record Full HD 1080p video at 60 frames per second, supporting multiple formats such as AVCHD and MP4. This versatility opens the door for videographers to create high-quality content on the go. The camera also features a tiltable 3-inch LCD screen, allowing for easy framing and composition from different angles. The screen includes a resolution of 921,600 dots, providing sharp and clear visibility.

The NEX-5K/B offers a range of creative features and settings, such as various scene modes, HDR imaging, and special effects filters. It also includes built-in technologies like face detection and smile shutter, which automatically captures images when smiles are detected, making it easier to capture fleeting moments.

With a slim design and weighing less than a pound, the NEX-5K/B is exceptionally portable. It accommodates a variety of E-mount lenses, allowing users to select the perfect lens for their shooting needs, from wide-angle to telephoto. With its robust feature set, compact body, and ease of use, the Sony NEX-5K/B remains a favored choice among amateur photographers and enthusiasts alike.