Sony Alpha a6000 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 16-50mm Lens (Silver)
Pocket Rocket
Heard so much about this camera. I had the original fuji x100 (12 mp). Had to upgrade to bigger file size because I'm doing some wall prints. Instead of lugging around my 5D mk3 around, this camera fit the bill in: file size, image quality, quick handling and small form factor. Matter of fact, I'm so happy with this camera's performance, I'm thinking of using it as a 2nd camera for video shooting. The video features on this surpasses the 5D MK3, ... Show More
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Expired, useless software for excellent camera
Would have given it 5 stars but my new camera cant currently do as advertised without my buying third party software. Sonys playmemories software is supposed to organize your photos and enable wireless downloads. The instructions told me to install it even though Sony knows it wont work with any updated computer, PC or Mac. I stressed considerably trying to follow the bogus in-box instructions to get my camera going. I finally researched the issu... Show More
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Even better after more shooting time!
After living with this camera for a bit, I have a few more comments I had a minor gripe about functions buried in menus. I've discovered that Sony has attempted to addresss this issue by making items somewhat context aware--more often than not guiding me to the right controls. Also there is a high degree of customization with assignable controls, making the novice user experience pretty good for a semipro-level camera. In addition to the 16-50 ki... Show More
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The camera I'd been waiting for
I've owned a dozen camera systems in my life. This camera is better than any I've ever owned. OK, maybe not better than the Contax G2 with Zeiss lenses but that was film. This little thing is a marvel. I find the menus much more intuitive to navigate than I thought they would be. The controls are conveniently placed. The size is great for travel, which is one of the main reasons I bought it. The electronic viewfinder is good, could be better, cou... Show More
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Sweet....
I've used the camera for travel, art, portraiture and product photography. It is so compact and light weight for a camera with so many features. I wish I could use longer lenses for capturing panoramas that are automatically stitched with this camera. The auto-stitch feature is really quite good but wide angle lenses will still create some distortion. If I don't move at a consistent speed, too slow or too fast, it won't capture the pano. A bit pi... Show More
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User-friendly + excellent image quality
I am an amateur photographer frustrated with the limitations of higher-end point and shoot cameras. I've been reluctant to upgrade to a DSLR because of the bulk and added complexity. The Sony a6000 camera does an admirable job of addressing both concerns while delivering terrific photos and video. I found myself inspired and encouraged to try new things beyond the automatic mode, with a big payoff in terms of expanding my abilities as a photograp... Show More
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Great Compact Camera, Mediocre Software
I like to take my cameras out and bring them wherever I go. This is why I stuck to compact point and shoots, my phone, and my GoPro for so long. I wanted a more control and higher quality pictures than what those cameras could get me. I have experience with older film SLRs and a few Canon DSLRs that my friends would let me borrow from time to time, but with their size and weight along with heavy lenses would make it difficult to carry around all ... Show More
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Excellent camera, if a little complicated.
I upgraded to this from higher end point-and-shoots, so I had a bit of a learning curve. But so far this camera is outstanding. The 16-50 lens has a decent zoom on it, the 55-210 has an excellent zoom but the tradeoff of course is that it starts at 55. Both are OSS, which is nice to have. I have since bought the 20mm prime as well. With the 16-50 or the 20, this camera can easily fit into a pocket of cargo pants/shorts or a jacket. The menu syste... Show More
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BOUGHT AN a6000? DON'T GIVE UP!
There are many things about this camera that caused gut wrenching disappointment in me when I first started taking pictures with it. I am writing this review to let you know it is a GREAT CAMERA, once you get past the handicap. The handicap Sony software engineers have loaded it with picture fiddling software, that causes unfortunate outcomes like fine mud smear background effect, lack of precision in pictures and unreal colour. If you are experi... Show More
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When weight and size matter.
For our first adventure outside of point and shoot, this has been a stellar performer in most respects. Seeing several sites doing image quality comparisons, I agree that this provides quite a high level of IQ. We have noticed the softness of the AF system during the high speed continuous burst modes. Attempting to capture pileated woodpeckers in flight in dimmer forest environments with the kit 70-210mm maxed out at f5.6 left many unusable image... Show More
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Good deal for a great camera
I previously owned a Sony NEX which doesn't have a view finder. I found it difficult to shoot using the LCD screen especially in very sunny condition. So I bought this A6000 because it has a viewfinder and and because it was on Black Friday sale. One thing I wasn't happy was that UPS just left the camera outside my door on day of delivery. Luckily nobody stole it. B&H should probably insist on shipping with signature confirmation. The camera itse... Show More
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I feel like a pro!
I was ready to step up from my 6yr old megazoom camera with it's much smaller sensor, but didn't want to spend pro-level $$. I was also interested in mirrorless because I didn't want to pack around pounds of gear, but wanted higher quality lens than a current megazoom. Several web reviews of the Sony A6000 were near glowing positive, but I stopped by a brick-n-mortar to spec it's actual size. B&H had a sale on certain E-mount lenses so I jumped o... Show More
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First time mirrorless and its great
Been using a Canon EOS APS-C DSLR for years and am quite comfortable with it but I have wanted to go mirrorless for a while and this Sony a6000 is a great little camera. The camera packs quite a bit of functionality into a small package. While the included lenses are kit lenses and I am still learning the Sony lens world, the pics I have taken to date are very good. Auto focus is amazing as is the low light sensitivity. The in-camera app store is... Show More
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Best Bang for Buck in my opinion
I own a Nikon d7000 and a D5100 which are both wonderful cameras. I have taken 10s of thousands of pictures with both and I am mostly satisfied with my user experience. My only two issues are that I often don't have either with me for a great photo opportunity because of size and focusing accuracy with my f1.8 primes are sometimes out. So I decided to try the mirror-less world. I debated between the Olympus OM-10, Panasonic GX7 and the Sony A6000... Show More
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Loving it so far
I'm a man born with my mothers hands. I wear a mens small golf glove if that gives you an idea. This camera is the perfect size for me, though I imagine the right side of the back (where all buttons are, nothing really on the left side) could get a bit cramped for those with fat fingers. I really can't tell if this is the fastest AF ever, since we're talking about fractions of seconds at this point, all I know is that my only other experience wit... Show More
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Almost perfect
If you're looking for a mirrorless camera you've probably already read about the a6000. If you haven't, go to dpreview.com and read their excellent review. I will just add a couple of things that caused me to give the a6000 4 stars instead of 5. These are things that most users wouldn't care that much about, so take my criticisms with how many ever grains of salt you deem appropriate. I'm disappointed that Sony didn't provide a silent shutter opt... Show More
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No more focus and recompose
Originally bought for walk around camera for casual shooting, but love it so much I almost shoot with A6000 exclusively now. Coming from Canon 6D (11 AF points), the A6000 is heavenly when focusing. No more focus and recompose on every shot. Granted it is a few milli-second slower on auto focus vs DSLR, doesnt matter much to me as I don't shoot sports or fast moving subjects often. And I dont use tripod when I don't have to anymore, this is so li... Show More
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Great Image Quality In A Compact Size For An Excellent Price
The a6000 is a very versatile camera and it offers a lot of photographic opportunities for the money. I had purchased an NEX-3 five years ago, and the Sony mirrorless system has come a long way. The most important improvement for me has been the autofocus speed, which is approaching DSLR levels. There is a lot more flexibility with subject tracking and focusing outside the center of the frame as well. High ISO performance is also good for a senso... Show More
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great camera package
Excellent camera kit and I got it at a super price from B&H. Each lens is tack sharp and make super enlargements if you need them. Features are great, and there is an icon of a red camera that is on of the smart program exposure dial settings that works better than any program exposure mode that I have ever used. It will even correct imperfections in the lenses ,like distortions that are in all lenses. The camera is super light, and the kit lense... Show More
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Excellent Camera
I am an amateur in photography and I just love this camera. It is easy to learn and it gives amazing picture quality. I used DSLR before and this one is much lighter than DSLR cameras. It doesn't give you a neck pain if you walk around with this. I haven't tried a zoom lens though, that might add some weight to it, but I think still it is manageable. Kit lens is good but its not so impressive. You can take excellent pictures using prime lenses(ch... Show More
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Powerful Lil Camera
Great mirrorless camera at a great price. Love it so far. Images are great. I shoot in Raw and JPG to see differences and the JPGs look pretty good. I tend to only edit Raw photos tho. A little more time consuming using Photoshop to edit Sony Raw files - you have to download the Adobe DNG coverter for it to open up in Adobe Camera Raw (I tend to use PS instead of Lightroom since I already have CS6 and don't want to get Lightroom right now). Oh, a... Show More
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first mirror less, kit lens, early experiences
after sitting on the fence for years, I finally made the plunge and bought a sony a6000. The sheer size difference between it and my Canon 5d mk 3, and 7d mk 2 is staggering. Arriving on an event shoot, I immediately realized there was very little room for me to maneuver, or wield my usual arsenal. with 5d on my shoulder, I began shooting the event with the sony, changing lens as needed Due to the layout, it often meant shooting above the crowd, ... Show More
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A most desirable camera at a very affordable price.
For $, I could not pass up the deal. Tiny and light, but extremely capable 24.3mp mirrorless camera with fast hybrid AF and 179 phase detect points for accurate autofocus, it is a dream camera for a 75 year old avid photographer. Although it has the same DxO sensor rating as my Nex-7, Sony E mount lenses get bumped up a notch in DxO rating when used on the A6000. Together with the $ Hasselblad re-branded E 18-200 lens, it was the deal of the year... Show More
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Great Camera
This is a very nice camera. I have had it about a week now. It is light, compact, and efficient. This camera is ideal for travel and adventure photography. The auto focus is quite fast, and accurate. With focus peeking, the manual focus is outstanding. On the same note, I use back-button focus; I have set the AEL button to accomplish this. The menu is in depth and will take some exploration to understand it completely. I use this body with a Sigm... Show More
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