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Sony Nex-5

Most recent gadget that I have got hold of, is a DSLR - Sony Nex-5. Its a great camera, particularly at the bargain price I managed to get hold of it £270 (after £70 cash back). I bought the Nex-5K version which basically means it comes with a 18-55mm lens in the box. Also included was a detachable lens, neck strap, battery, charger for the battery and a lens hood. It did come with software version 1.2 and one can upgrade it to version 1.3 online from the Sony support website. There are two other Nex-5 versions available, one with the pancake lens (16mm) and another one with both 16mm and 18-55mm. The main reason for purchasing the NEX-5 was its compact size. It is lightweight and can easily be carried around unlike other standard DSLRs. The quality of the pictures are stunning. The supplied battery was able to take 40 minutes of HD video footage and around 250 photographs before it required a recharge; it had sufficient charge to allow me to spend a full day out sightseeing without ru

Jaguar XF

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Its been nearly 2 months since I got the XF. Its just excellent! Love the drive, handling on both straight roads and corners. I feel the gearbox is one of the best things in the XF, the response is just perfect! A list compiling the best bits according to me: Curves and looks - particularly the rear end Brilliant black colour Keyless entry on both front and rear doors The Start Button - an inviting lit light as soon as you sit in the car! The blue interior lighting The soft leather seats Gear knob - the way it wakes up rising to the occasion! Touch Screen control - with full bluetooth integration/Sat Nav Wheels - 19" Carelia Alloy Wheels The amazing way she looks when freshly washed & polished Current Car: Jaguar XF 2.7 Premium Luxury Midnight/Warm, Charcoal Chrome side vents, 19" Carelia alloys, 6 CD changer, upgraded sound system. Previous Cars: BMW 520iSE Amerysth-Grey/Black leather interior Audi A4 2.0 TDI - Silver/Grey interior Audi TT 1.8T - Metallic Blac