Sony NXCAM HXR-NX5U

14 reviews

May, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 14 reviews of Sony NXCAM HXR-NX5U. The average rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Views about the price and portability are generally positive. The image quality and zoom also get good feedback. Some have doubts about the color and durability.

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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 83/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 3 user reviews of Sony NXCAM HXR-NX5U from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the image quality. The portability is also appreciated. Some have doubts about the durability.

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

May, 2024

Consumer review (sony.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 (newegg.com)

Professional HD quality is affordable

I highly recommend the HXR-NX5U. It's beyond the needs of the average wedding videographer and should have a very long useful life. This is the camera that finally let me ditch tapes for good. It is also the first camcorder that has given me full...

Where to start? The viewfinder and LCD are very high resolution. The zoom, focus, and iris rings are smooth and feel perfect. Unlike professional cameras, this model has a consumer HDMI output, AND unlike low-cost cameras, it also has the professional...

The optional 128 GB FMU128 flash unit is expensive, so I just bought a bunch of SDHC cards. The onboard and included microphones are good enough for interviews, but thankfully there are two professional XLR ports for attaching a better mic for event...

Apr, 2010

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Consumer review (sony.com)

Outstanding camera

I've shot in many different situations (daylight, indoor, low light, sun exposition, sunset, sunrise, slow motion, car racing, interviews, etc) and none of these disappointed me in any way. An external monitor is recommended for color management. Shoot...

Incredible G lens, easy to manage data and shoot in many formats

Color adjustments a little tricky

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Consumer review (buydig.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 (beachcamera.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 (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 (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 (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 (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 (rakuten.com)