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Sony NEX-5N |
Olympus OM-D E-M5 |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Panasonic Lumix GF3 + 14 mm Lens |
Panasonic Lumix GX1 |
Olympus Pen E-P3 |
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| Sensor | CMOS 16 MP, APS-C (x1,5), 4.3 Mpx/cm |
| Lens | Sony NEX 18 -55 mm f/3.5 -5.6 |
| Stabilisation | Depends on lens |
| Viewfinder | N.A. |
| Screen | 7.5 cm, not TN, 921600 dots, 4:3,Monopoint |
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| Sensitivity (ISO range) | 100 - 25600 ISO (ext. N.A. ISO) |
| Video mode | 1920 x 1080 pixels,60 fps, Stereo |
| Internal memory | N.A. |
| External memory | SDHC SDXC MS |
| Connections | USB HDMI Flash hot-shoe Viewfinder |
| Power source | NP FW50 |
| Waterproof | |
| Shock resistant | no |
| Dimensions/Weight | 59 x 111 x 38 mm / 210 g |
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| Sensor | CMOS 16 MP, 4/3", 7 Mpx/cm |
| Lens | Micro 4/3 12 -50 mm f/3.5 -6.3 |
| Stabilisation | Mechanical |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| Screen | 7.6 cm, Oled, 610000 dots, 4:3,Monopoint |
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| Sensitivity (ISO range) | 200 - 25600 ISO (ext. N.A. ISO) |
| Video mode | 1920 x 1080 pixels,30 fps, Stereo |
| Internal memory | N.A. |
| External memory | SDHC SDXC |
| Connections | USB AV HDMI Flash hot-shoe |
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| Waterproof | no |
| Shock resistant | no |
| Dimensions/Weight | 90 x 121 x 42 mm / 425 g |
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| Sensor | CMOS 16 MP, APS-C (x1,5), 4.3 Mpx/cm |
| Lens | Fujifilm X 18 mm f/2 |
| Stabilisation | no |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid |
| Screen | 7.6 cm, not TN, 1230000 dots, 4:3,Not touch-sensitive |
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| Sensitivity (ISO range) | 200 - 6400 ISO (ext. 100-25600 ISO) |
| Video mode | 1920 x 1080 pixels,24 fps, Stereo |
| Internal memory | N.A. |
| External memory | SDHC SDXC |
| Connections | USB Remote control HDMI Flash hot-shoe |
| Power source | NP-W126 (8.7 Wh) |
| Waterproof | no |
| Shock resistant | no |
| Dimensions/Weight | 83 x 147 x 43 mm / 435 g |
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| Sensor | CMOS 12 MP, 4/3", 5.3 Mpx/cm |
| Lens | Micro 4/3 14 mm f/2.5 |
| Stabilisation | Depends on lens |
| Viewfinder | N.A. |
| Screen | 7.5 cm, not TN, 460000 dots, 3:2,Monopoint |
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| Sensitivity (ISO range) | 160 - 6400 ISO (ext. N.A. ISO) |
| Video mode | 1920 x 1080 pixels,50 fps, Stereo |
| Internal memory | N.A. |
| External memory | SDHC SDXC |
| Connections | USB AV HDMI |
| Power source | Li-ion, 6.7 Wh |
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| Shock resistant | no |
| Dimensions/Weight | 67 x 108 x 33 mm / 320 g |
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| Sensor | CMOS 16 MP, 4/3", 7 Mpx/cm |
| Lens | Micro 4/3 14 -42 mm f/3.5 -5.6 |
| Stabilisation | Depends on lens |
| Viewfinder | N.A. |
| Screen | 7.5 cm, not TN, 460000 dots, 3:2,Monopoint |
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| Sensitivity (ISO range) | 160 - 12800 ISO (ext. N.A. ISO) |
| Video mode | 1920 x 1080 pixels,25 fps, Stereo |
| Internal memory | N.A. |
| External memory | SDHC SDXC |
| Connections | USB AV HDMI Flash hot-shoe Viewfinder |
| Power source | Li-ion |
| Waterproof | no |
| Shock resistant | no |
| Dimensions/Weight | x x mm / g |
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| Sensor | CMOS 12 MP, 4/3", 5 Mpx/cm |
| Lens | Micro 4/3 14 -42 mm f/3.5 -5.6 |
| Stabilisation | Mechanical |
| Viewfinder | N.A. |
| Screen | 7.6 cm, Oled, 610000 dots, 3:2,Monopoint |
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| Sensitivity (ISO range) | 200 - 12800 ISO (ext. N.A. ISO) |
| Video mode | 1920 x 1080 pixels,60 fps, Stereo |
| Internal memory | N.A. |
| External memory | SDHC SDXC |
| Connections | USB AV HDMI Microphone Flash hot-shoe Viewfinder |
| Power source | N.C. |
| Waterproof | |
| Shock resistant | no |
| Dimensions/Weight | 69 x 122 x 34 mm / 0 g |
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The Sony NEX-5N is, without a doubt, the must-have interchangeable lens compact of the moment! It has an ultra-compact build, good all-round responsiveness, great picture quality in photo and video modes and a good range of customisable controls. What more could you ask for? |
The Olympus OM-D E-M5 is the best high-end micro four-thirds camera in the current Olympus range. It's fast, it takes great-quality pictures, it has a good EVF, a handy tilt LCD and an effective built-in stabilisation system. In fact, it's the best Olympus camera on the market right now. |
The Fuji X-Pro1 is a very nice camera that takes excellent-quality pictures—better than any other APS sensor camera out there, in fact. However, it's let down by its rather strange handling and its unreliable autofocus in low light. In the end, it's not as pleasant to use as the Sony NEX-7 or Olympus OM-D E-M5 (its key rivals), and we're not so sure its top-notch picture quality—although far superior—will be enough to make up for that. |
The Panasonic GF3 is aimed at ordinary consumers and so does without some features beloved of more advanced users, like a hot shoe for attaching an external flash, or direct access to manual modes. It remains an attractive little camera capable of taking great photos in everyday situations, which is just what its target audience is looking for. |
The Panasonic Lumix GX1 is an excellent successor to the GF1, bringing a host of great new features from Panasonic's bulkier cameras (G3) and consumer models alike (GF3). This pleasant and effective hybrid compact is ideal for anyone looking for fast access to all kinds of settings and manual controls. |
The Pen E-P3 brings Olympus back into the game when it comes to interchangeable lens compacts. With its boosted responsiveness, HD video mode and sleek OLED screen, the E-P3 now boasts most of the features that were sorely lacking in previous versions of the camera. |
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+ Compact design and high-quality finish + Good general responsiveness + Noise very well controlled up to 6400 ISO + Vertical tilt screen + Great video mode |
+ Weatherproof finish (and weatherproof 12-50 mm lens)
+ Great retro design
+ Picture quality up to 3200 ISO
+ Two settings dials
+ Effective stabilisation system
+ Sharp, smooth EVF
+ Tilt LCD touchscreen
+ Quiet shutter release |
+ Incredibly impressive CMOS sensor: excellent image quality up to 6400 ISO, superb sharpness with good lenses
+ Good build quality, good grip
+ Hybrid viewfinder: nice to use in optical and electronic modes
+ Practical to use in manual exposure mode |
+ Well designed and easy to use + Good quality photos up to 1600 ISO + 1080i HD video + Optional touchscreen is fun to use |
+ Sturdy metal body
+ Customisable interface, loads of controls and settings
+ Very good picture quality (sharpness and noise control up to 1600 ISO)
+ Full HD video with stereo sound
+ Compact zoom lens with electronic controls (good for smooth videos) |
+ Very fast autofocus in good light + 1080i HD video mode with stereo sound + Noise kept in check up to 3200 ISO + High-quality OLED screen + High-quality build and finish |
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- High-gloss LCD prone to glare in bright sunlight / Tilt rather than full swivel screen - No built-in flash (separate flash accessory supplied) - No built-in stabilisation - 18-55 mm kit lens could be better / Limited choice of lenses unless you buy an adapter ring - Noisy shutter release (not exactly discreet!) |
- No built-in flash (separate accessory supplied)
- Battery life could be better
- Menus can be confusing
- Handling - room for improvement
- No headphones or mic sockets for video
- 3D AF tracking isn't always reliable
- No GPS, no Wi-Fi |
- Finish could be better in places (buttons made from low-grade plastic)
- Controls and handling can sometimes be strange (clickable thumb-wheel with practically no uses, no lock on exposure correction dial)
- Autofocus is inconsistent, especially in low light
- Low battery life, no battery guide (to help you get it in the right way round) |
- Electronic noise gets out of hand beyond 1600 ISO - Weirdly, the main menu doesn't work with the touchscreen - No hot shoe for an external flash - Mic only just about acceptable (it's mono and has a lot of crackle) - Photos aren't automatically rotated unless you use a stabilised lens |
- Noisy shutter
- No manual video modes or mic socket
- Electronic zoom controls (slight lag when changing focal length) |
- Autofocus slows down in low light with the 14-42 mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens - No swivel or tilt screen / No built-in electronic viewfinder - No settings (shutter speed, aperture) available in video mode and rolling shutter issues - Disappointing 3 fps burst mode - Battery life could be better |
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