Sony Alpha NEX-5 Interchangeable Lens Camera Body
- 14.2 megapixel CMOS sensor
- Sony E mount, body only
- JPEG and RAW stills
- 1080p video, AVCHD and MPEG-4
- Contrast detection autofocus
- Tilting LCD, built-in flash
- ISO 50 to 25600 expanded range
Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact mirrorless body with an interchangeable E mount, RAW capture and high-definition video. Several spec lines, including weight and screen size, are clearly wrong, so rely on the core figures.
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ASIN: B00H7HVRU6Model: NEX-5Category: Mirrorless Cameras
Overview
A small camera bag is the setting for this lightweight silver Sony body, which takes interchangeable E mount lenses and records stills in JPEG or RAW. It is sold as a body only.
Choose it for a small interchangeable-lens camera with RAW capture and video. The listing lists an electronic viewfinder and Wi-Fi alongside a tilting screen, and a weight of a few grams, so several entries look unreliable.
Who it's for
Street, travel and everyday shooting with E mount lenses suit the compact body. Buyers expecting an included lens, or a reliable spec table, should confirm details with the maker.
Pros and cons
- Interchangeable Sony E mount
- RAW and JPEG capture
- Body only, no lens
- Weight and screen size entries look wrong
- Focus type entries conflict
- Not a DSLR
Performance notes
A contrast detection system focuses by measuring sharpness on the sensor, which is typical of mirrorless bodies without a mirror box. RAW files keep more editing room than JPEG. The tilting screen lets you frame from low or high angles without moving.
Specifications
| Brand | Sony |
|---|---|
| Model | NEX-5 |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Iso range | 50 to 25600 (expanded) |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Lens mount | Sony E |
| Included components | |
| Included | Camera body only |
| Other details | |
| Photo sensor resolution | 14.2 mp, CMOS |
| Video resolution | 1080p, AVCHD and MPEG-4 |
| File format | JPEG, RAW |
| Flash | Built-in, sync 1/250 |
| Autofocus technology | Contrast detection |
| Display | LCD, tilting |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony NEX-5 a DSLR?
No. It is a mirrorless camera with a Sony E mount and no mirror box.
Does the Sony NEX-5 come with a lens?
No. It is a body only. The camera uses an interchangeable E mount lens.
What image formats does the Sony NEX-5 record?
JPEG and RAW still images.
Can I trust the weight and screen size on the Sony NEX-5 listing?
No. The listing gives a weight of 1.2 g and a screen size of 0.07 millimeters, which cannot be right for this camera.