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Sony NEX-5T Preview
Today Sony announced the "ultra-portable" α NEX-5T compact camera system. The NEX-5T is Sony's first interchangeable lens camera capable of NFC (Near Field Communication) one touch wireless connectivity with compatible Android smartphones and tablets. After initial setup, this automatic connection allows instant video and still image sharing between your NEX-5T and mobile device.If you don't have an NFC-capable Android device, no worries. The NEX-5T's built-in Wi-Fi can connect you to any iOS or Android device running one of Sony's free PlayMemories Mobile apps. Other PlayMemories apps include: Direct Upload, which allows you to send photos directly to Facebook or Flickr (more social networks on the way); Motion-shot, which combines several stills into one creative photo; and Time-Lapse, which stitches together several still photos captured over an extended period of time. Also, the NEX-5T includes a Smart Remote Control feature, which allows you to preview live images from your mobile device, adjust settings, and release the shutter button.
The NEX-5T also boasts a DSLR-sized 16.1 MP Exmor APS HD CMOS image sensor, a 3.0-inch tilting touch screen LCD display, and Fast Hybrid AF (auto focus) technology. Fast Hybrid AF uses a 99 phase detection AF that, when combined with Speed Priority Mode, allows the NEX-5T to capture up to 10 still frames per second.
Mike Kahn, director of the interchangeable lens camera business group at Sony said, "This new camera carries on the NEX-5 series' strong tradition of compactness and high performance. Available in a convenient, travel-friendly package with the compact SELP1650 power zoom kit lens, it's the ideal choice for step-up point-and-shoot users, smartphone photographers who want higher quality images and even photo enthusiasts who are looking for a more portable alternative to replace their DSLR."
Sony α NEX-5T Features
- 16.1 megapixel Exmor APS-C HD CMOS image sensor
- Kit version includes SELP1650 16-55mm zoom lens
- 3.0-inch tilting touch screen LCD display
- Only 1.2 inches deep when full retracted
- Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization
- Fast Hybrid AF
- Speed Priority Mode capable of up to 10 frames per second
- Full Programmable Control Dial
- Fn (function) Button
- Wi-Fi Connectivity
- Near Field Communication (NFC) One Touch for Android smartphones and tablets
- PlayMemories Mobile Apps for iOS and Android devices, including:
- Direct Upload (to Facebook and Flickr)
- Motion-Shot
- Time-Lapse
- Smart Remote Control feature
Available in silver, black, or white, the Sony NEX-5T will cost around $700 in kit form (includes the 16-50mm SELP1650 lens) when it hits stores in early September (2013), or $550 for body-only.
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