Review: Sony NEX-5R

February 17, 2013 Leave a comment

A short, sharp review of the NEX-5R, Sony’s mid-price mirrorless camera that excels for image quality. View at 1080p to see sample shots at 1:1 pixel ratio.

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Sample images

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1/80s, f/4, ISO 100, 18mm (27mm equiv)
1/100s, f/6.3, ISO 100, +0.7 EV, 55mm (82mm equiv)
1/80s, f/4.5, ISO 100, 24mm (36mm equiv)
1/60s, f/10, ISO 100, 22mm (33mm equiv)
1/60s, f/10, ISO 100, 22mm (33mm equiv), raw developed in Lightroom 4
1/60s, f/1.8, ISO 320, 35mm (52.5mm equiv) – shot with the 35mm f/1.8 lens
1/160s, f/5.6, ISO 1600, 55mm (82mm equiv)
1/60s, f/4, ISO 2500, 31mm (46mm equiv)
1/25s, f/4.5, ISO 3200, +1 EV, 39mm (58mm equiv)
1/30s, f/4, ISO 6400, +1.3 EV, 21mm (31mm equiv)

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Review: Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1

January 20, 2012 6 Comments

A short, sharp review of the GX1, Panasonic’s mirrorless system camera for the discerning enthusiast. Tested alongside the Sony NEX-5N to see which one comes out on top. View at 1080p to see sample shots at 1:1 pixel ratio.

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Review: Sony NEX-5N

December 19, 2011 4 Comments

A short, sharp review of the NEX-5N, Sony’s inspired hybrid of compact and SLR technology. View at 1080p to see sample shots at 1:1 pixel ratio.

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Review: Nikon J1

November 30, 2011 2 Comments

A short, sharp review of the J1, Nikon’s bold entry into the mirrorless system camera – especially in the striking red finish Nikon sent me to test. Best viewed at 1080p.

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See the Panasonic GF3 review here.

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Hands-on preview: Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1

November 7, 2011 6 Comments

A hands-on preview of the Lumix GX1, Panasonic’s pocket-sized, enthusiast-oriented addition to the Lumix G range. View at 1080p to see close-ups of sample shots at 1:1 pixel ratio.

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Panasonic GX1 at Panasonic.co.uk

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Review: Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3

September 27, 2011 2 Comments

A short, sharp review of the Lumix GF3, Panasonic’s premium compact camera with SLR aspirations. Best viewed at 1080p.

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