Explore beauty in a never-ending new dimension
Sweep Panorama mode for images of scale and grandeur
The amazing Sweep Panorama mode lets you capture scenic vistas of unprecedented scale and grandeur. Just choose Sweep Panorama from the Shoot Mode menu, and move the camera in a smooth arc as you press the shutter button. The camera will take a series of photos at high speed and seamlessly stitch them together into a single panorama image of breathtaking beauty, with all the resolution and image detail you need for large-format printing.
* Sweep Panorama is designed to work best at wide-angle settings (16mm~18mm).
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Vertical (Standard) |
Vertical (Wide) |
Horizontal (Standard) |
Horizontal (Wide) |
| Image size (H x V, pixels) |
8192 x 1856 |
12416 x 1856 |
2160 x 3872 |
2160 x 5536 |
Angle of view (max.)
with SEL16F28 |
149° |
226° |
106° |
151° |
Angle of view (max.)
with SEL1855 at 18mm wide end |
133° |
201° |
94° |
135° |
In tune with the times with 3D imaging technology support
The NEX-5 and NEX-3 are in tune with the times with HDMI connectivity and BRAVIA HDTV 3D imaging support*, adding yet another dimension of enjoyment to Sweep Panorama shooting and viewing pleasure.
High-speed continuous shooting at up to 7 frames per second
Thanks to their powerful Exmor CMOS image sensor and BIONZ image processing engine, both these cameras can offer high-speed continuous shooting at up to 7 fps (approx.) in Speed Priority Continuous mode*, and at up to 2.3 fps (approx.) in Continuous Advance mode. In addition, their 10-second self-timer also has a 3-shot continuous shooting setting.
* Focus, exposure, and white balance are locked at the first shot. Continuous speed varies according to shooting conditions and memory cards used.
Hand-held Twilight mode for clearer imaging in low light
This unique Scene Selection mode takes six shots* at high speed when the shutter is pressed, and then aligns and merges them into a single image, significantly reducing the graininess and noise that can degrade image quality when shooting in extremely low light. Combined with the outstanding low-noise performance of the Exmor CMOS image sensor, it lets you take exceptionally clear, beautiful, nighttime photos without using a tripod or flash.
* Focus and exposure are locked at the first shot.
Anti-Motion Blur mode for beautiful portraits and more
Like Hand-held Twilight mode, Anti Motion Blur mode uses exclusive Sony image analysis and alignment technologies to combine six shots into a single image. Ideal for low-light and telephoto shooting, it makes it easy to get clear images that capture the mood and atmosphere of the moment.
Precision digital zoom – a quick alternative to changing lenses
Precision digital zoom gives you a quick way to capture closer views of distant subjects when using a fixed focal length (non-zoom) lens. Activated via the Camera menu, it provides smooth enlargement of the central portion of the frame, from 1.1x up to 10x, as the control wheel is rotated.
Smile Shutter mode – the easy way to keep everyone happy
Smile Shutter mode uses advanced Sony face-detection technology to automatically release the shutter when your subject smiles. Sensitivity can be set to any of three levels, with a smile level indicator displayed on the LCD monitor whenever the mode is active.
Paint a masterpiece of light and shadow
The rich realism of high dynamic range photography made easy
Perfect for sunsets, backlit cityscapes, and other dramatically illuminated subjects, Auto HDR mode lets you capture images with a super-realistic range of shadow and highlight detail. It achieves this feat by taking three exposures in rapid succession – one to capture a normal exposure, one to capture shadows, and one to capture highlights. The three exposures are then digitally combined into a single stunning image that is saved along with the normal exposure. For greater creative control, you can set the Auto HDR exposure range in six steps, from 1.0EV to 6.0EV, to get the precise effect you want.
* Auto HDR available only in P/A/S/M modes
D-Range Optimizer for the natural tonal range of human vision
The D-Range Optimizer helps you capture rich, natural shadow and highlight detail in backlight and other high-contrast shooting situations. Unlike Auto HDR, which works best with stationary subjects, the D-Range Optimizer works equally well with moving subjects, and thanks to fast BIONZ image processing, can even be used during continuous shooting. So it's a great way to get better image quality when photographing children or pets in tricky lighting conditions. Settings include Auto, which automatically optimizes tonal reproduction based on an area-by-area analysis of the scene, and Level, which allows you to choose from 5 levels of optimization.
* Optimization effectiveness varies according to shooting conditions.
Intelligent contrast detection for fast, precise autofocusing
Intelligent contrast-detection AF continuously monitors the scene to assure fast, precise focusing response for both still-photo and movie shooting, with wide area coverage for easy subject tracking. In addition, you also get the convenience of MF Assist, which automatically enlarges the image on the LCD monitor during Manual focus and Direct Manual Focus (DMF)* operation, as well as Single-shot AF (AF-S) and Continuous AF (AF-C), and a choice of three Autofocus Area settings: 25-point Multi, user-selectable Flexible Spot, and Center.
* AF and DMF supported only with E-mount lenses.
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Intelligent AF
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DMF (Direct Manual Focus)
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MF Assist
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Continuous monitoring of the scene enables the contrast-detection AF to zero-in on the subject quickly and with great precision.
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DMF enables you to fine-tune the focus manually even after the AF system has been locked by pressing the shutter button halfway.
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When you rotate the focus ring manually in MF or DMF mode, the MF Assist function instantly enlarges the image on the LCD monitor by 7x or 14x to enable easy focusing.
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3 metering modes to suit your shooting situation and style
Both the NEX-5 and NEX-3 offer a choice of Multi-segment metering for complex lighting situations, Center-weighted metering for more evenly illuminated scenes, or Spot metering for when you want to measure light in one specific area of the composition. Metered values can be locked-in by holding the shutter button pressed halfway.
SLR-class exposure modes for enhanced shooting flexibility
A quick press of the control wheel lets you access Program (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter-speed priority (S), and Manual (M) exposure modes that can greatly enhance your shooting flexibility. With the built-in Help Guide and Shooting Tips to assist you, it's easy to explore the full range of creative freedom that interchangeable-lens photography offers.
Creative Style settings to satisfy the artist in you
Creative Style settings make it easy to adjust images to suit your preference or artistic intent. Six pre-optimized image styles are offered (Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, B/W), and each one can be fine-tuned to help you get the result you want.
High-performance white balance technology for true-to-life color
Advanced α system auto white balance control technologies assure true-to-life color under a wide range of light sources. In addition to Auto white balance and standard presets, there are advanced color temperature and custom settings that can be quickly accessed via the function menu.