Sony NXCAM HXR-NX5U

27 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Usability (15)
Zoom (14)
Image quality (12)
Build quality (2)
Resolution (1)

Negative
Portability (2)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 27 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the viewfinder and build quality. The image quality and zoom also get good opinions. There are some negative opinions about the portability. There are some mixed opinions about the color and value for money.

usability, zoom, image quality, build quality, viewfinder

portability

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony NXCAM HXR-NX5U is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon review summary for the Sony NXCAM HXR-NX5U

alaTest has collected and analyzed 9 user reviews of the Sony NXCAM HXR-NX5U from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

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100% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: VarstiyVantage (sonystyle.com)

Incredible camera for sports and action

Great for capturing action sports (football, lacrosse, baseball, etc...). I'm very happy with this camera. I recently filmed a HS football game that was being covered by FIOS1 and there were 2 other NX5Us right alongside of me. Works well with FCPX

video quality, ability to record in multiple formats in parallel, super slow motion

Sep, 2012

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Consumer review by: Emperor (beachcamera.com)

It is what it is. Impressive!

Just testing all the functions right now, following the owner's manual. So far, I like what I see. Great picture quality, easy to use functions. I think I got my money's worth. I am giving it four stars right now just because my testing is not...

Easy to Use ; Good Image Stabilization ; Good in Low Light ; Great Picture Quality ; Great Sound ; Great Zoom ; Impressive ; Large Clear LCD ; Zoom range/performance

Jul, 2012

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Consumer review by: Emperor (buydig.com)

It is what it is. Impressive!

Easy to Use ; Good Image Stabilization ; Good in Low Light ; Great Picture Quality ; Great Sound ; Great Zoom ; Impressive ; Large Clear LCD ; Zoom range/performance

Jul, 2012

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Consumer review by: Videomaven (beachcamera.com)

Great "run and gun" camera

Just shot a series of travel documentaries down in Key West Florida with it. It is a GREAT "run and gun" camera and could be as easy or as complicated to use as you need it to be. Very satisfied.

Easy to Use ; Good in Low Light ; Great Picture Quality ; Great Sound ; Large Clear LCD ; Zoom range/performance

AVCHD can be tricky

Jan, 2012

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Consumer review by: Videomaven (buydig.com)

Great "run and gun" camera

Just shot a series of travel documentaries down in Key West Florida with it. It is a GREAT "run and gun" camera and could be as easy or as complicated to use as you need it to be. Very satisfied.

Easy to Use ; Good in Low Light ; Great Picture Quality ; Great Sound ; Large Clear LCD ; Zoom range/performance

AVCHD can be tricky

Jan, 2012

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Consumer review by: Gpc (beachcamera.com)

Great Pro Camera

Great camera.

Easy to Use ; Good Image Stabilization ; Good in Low Light ; Great Picture Quality ; Great Sound ; Great Zoom ; Large Clear LCD ; Zoom range/performance

Jan, 2012

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Consumer review by: Gpc (buydig.com)

Great Pro Camera

Great camera.

Easy to Use ; Good Image Stabilization ; Good in Low Light ; Great Picture Quality ; Great Sound ; Great Zoom ; Large Clear LCD ; Zoom range/performance

Jan, 2012

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Consumer review by: CESAR EDUARDO MORENO (amazon.com)

Specifications

Product Highlights 3 1/3" CMOS Sensors 1080i/1080p/720p AVCHD (@24Mbps) Native 1080/24p, 720/60p Wide Angle 20x G-Lens HD-SDI & HDMI Output SMPTE Time Code In/Out Dual XLR Inputs Simultaneous HD/MPEG-2 SD Capture Uses Memory Stick PRO Duo / SDHC Cards...

Dec, 2011

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Consumer review by: CESAR EDUARDO MORENO (amazon.com)

Specifications

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Dec, 2011

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Product Specifications

The HXR-NX5U camcorder is the first product of the Sony NXCAM generation, and a category of tapeless memory camcorder, providing an ideal balance of power and performance in the digital age. Utilizing the revolutionary AVCHD format, this camcorder offers long duration recording - with dual memory slots - on affordable consumer memory cards. As it facilitates a totally IT-based workflow, the HXR-NX5U has the potential to profoundly change the way content is created. In any format, breathtaking picture quality is assured with proven features such as a state-of-the-art G Lens and three Exmor CMOS sensors with a ClearVid array. Professionals expect this standard of picture quality from Sony ... and accept nothing less.