As expected, Sony has unveiled the NEX-3 and NEX-5 mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. The two cameras are both built around the 14.6 megapixel Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor announced at the PMA 2010 exhibition in February and the new, mirrorless E-mount. Both offer high-resolution tilt/flip screens, fast continuous shooting and HD video capture, with 720p from the NEX-3 and 1080i, AVCHD from the NEX-5. Also announced are three E-mount lenses: a 16mm F2.8 pancake, offering a 24mm equivalent field-of-view, a standard 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 stabilized kit zoom, with a 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 stabilized superzoom to follow. We've been using both NEXs for a while and have delved beyond the raw specifications to prepare hands-on previews of both models.
key features:
* New α digital cameras with DSLR picture quality and responsive shooting
* World’s smallest and lightest interchangeable lens digital camera (NEX-5)
* 14.2 effective megapixels Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor
* 1080i HD movie recording (NEX-5) with stereo sound, fast and silent autofocus
* Intuitive new interface with Help Guide and Shooting Tips
* E-mount lens system compatible with α DSLR lenses (with optional Mount daptor)
* Sweep Panorama with 3D capability