Sony Alpha a6000 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 16-50mm Lens (Graphite)
Nice camera, not so nice kit lens
I find the Sony Alpha a6000 with the 16-50mm kit lens to be a bit of a paradox. If it weren't for the lens, I would give just the camera a solid four stars. I'll start with the plusses on the camera. This is a surprisingly capable camera, especially considering it's cost and size. It packs an astonishing number of useful features. We purchased this camera for my wife, as she has outgrown the capabilities of her advanced point-and-shoot Cybershot ... Show More
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Excellent Camera, Get it Now!
This is an excellent camera, and one that I highly recommend. I bought the A6000 to use alongside my Nikon D800, and formerly my Canon 5D III (stolen). I wanted a system that was very capable, yet, very compact and small enough to carry around all day without regretting that I took it with me in the first place. To sit alongside the D800 and 5D III, the camera had to perform. I must say, now that I have been using the A6000 for the past couple of... Show More
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A mixed bag
Sony did so many things right with the a6000, I am blow away by their bad decisions. Let me get the bad stuff off my chest - there are plenty of reviews out there which sing the praises of the a6000.As far as the camera itself, the battery is underpowered and the battery compartment is just asking for a failure. Additionally, something as simple as the compartment locking when you close it would be nice - instead you have to manually slide the la... Show More
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Solid Performer For The Money
I'm a worship photographer and for the past few years I've been shooting with either my Nikon D300 or D5000. More recently I've been shooting with a Sony a77ii. Those 3 systems have a lot of weight so I began looking for something lighter. I'd heard quite a bit about the mirrorless systems and so did some research and determined that the Sony a6000 might be a good system to migrate to. I've had this camera for about two weeks and at this point ha... Show More
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Simply outstanding
I have had the a6000 for just about 5 months and I am smitten. My photography isn't being held back by this camera - it is being held back by me!I concur with all the gushing comments in the reviews, and give this camera an overall 5 star rating, so I definitely love this camera. To be constructive, I'll point out both aspects I don't like as well as some areas that were not called out that I do enjoy.Minuses:Autofocus: with the 35mm f/1.8 lens i... Show More
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Extreme Value - Great Video
You get more than what you pay for. The Sony Alpha a6000 is simply an awesome camera. When you compare it to other cameras both DSLR and Mirrorless in its class, this camera outshines them all. Stills are sharp and the colors are good. Video is detailed and the noise, like on most all Sony sensors, looks more like grain than digital noise (ala Canon). Video on the a6000 is detailed enough to cut in with the a7s, a7RII, NXCAM, XDCAM, etc. Comparin... Show More
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Handles Better Than Any Other Camera I've Ever Owned
Sony A6000 Camera Review Over the past 40 years I've owned several Canon SLR and DSLR cameras along with a half dozen Canon lenses. Until a year ago my favorite Canon camera and lens combination was a Canon 5D camera with a 24-105mm lens, with a combined weight of almost four pounds. At age 86 I have a problem handling a camera that weighs that much. So a year ago I decided to buy something smaller and lighter. I purchased a Sony RX100(M3) pock... Show More
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Fantastic!
This little Sony a6000 is a beast packed with exciting features not normally found in DSLRs in the price range. While I long considered getting a typical DSLR, the Nikon D5200, I decided for the Sony in the end, and did not regret it. Using the camera is very easy, wether you're a casual shooter or a seasoned shutterbug. If you're the first, the camera makes it really easy to get great shots every single time. If you're the latter, you have all t... Show More
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I Love my A6000!
Many years ago I was a sharp eyed, clear headed semi-pro photographer. I shot hundreds of images each week and developed them myself in my home darkroom- so I know my way around a camera. I understand shutter speed, f-stops and ISO (formerly ASA) and how they interact.Today, I'm a stressed out Senior with deteriorating eyes who simply wants a great camera that is small enough that I'm willing to take it with me when I go out.So far, the A6000 fit... Show More
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A Professionally Capable Compact Camera
I have been taking photos by DSLR camera only before. This Sony A6000 set is my first Mirrorless Camera, I bought it mainly for fast point-and-shoot on the run accommodating my big and heavy Nikon DSLRs (two full frame and one APS-C) and Lens (f/2.8 or f/4). So I can pull it out and take photos at any time quickly. On my previous trips to oversea countries, in many cases at streets or popular sight-seeing places, my family members or friends ofte... Show More
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Great little camera
I bought this camera as a lightweight complement to my Canon 5DS R. I also bought the Zeiss 16-70mm lens to go with it. I did resolution tests, and of course it's not as sharp as the 5DS R, but still great for such a small, lightweight combination. Surprisingly, the color aliasing is much worse than the 5DS R. This all goes away when processed. I shoot RAW and process all my pictures in Lightroom. Navigating the menus and controls was more intuit... Show More
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Impressed
I'm an amateur photographer that also has a passion for the outdoors. I have been using Nikon SLRs for years (from the FM2 film camera to the D70 and D90). When I'm out skiing I carry a P&S (Panasonic DMC-ZS30) and when I'm out hiking it's either my P&S or my D90. When I go birding it's my D90 & my Nikon 80-400 zoom. I decide which camera to take based on how long the hike and the weather. I was looking for a potential upgrade to the D90 and I wa... Show More
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Seriously loving it
I am a macro and nature enthusiast and I also want a high-quality point and shoot that I can carry around for family pictures and such. I formerly had a G15, which is great for the second use, but not so much for the first. I upgraded to this camera recently and I have not regretted it in the slightest. The 16-50mm kit lens is perfect for P&S features, and there is nice array of other lenses that I have yet to try out. It is much more photographe... Show More
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perfect mirrorless system combo for me!
I bought this after years of point & shoots - I did a portrait project at work with a co-worker's canon sl1 with a great sigma prime and was hooked. I chose the a6000 for a number of reasons: great specs (sensor size, continuous drive, image/video quality) size/weight/build quality (am I comfortable carrying it? am I deathly afraid of a little ding to the body?) ease of use (do i love using it? was it easy to pick up, find settings, get shooting?... Show More
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A Triumph Amongst Mirrorless
I shoot everything: portraits, events, action and interior/architectural photography. I am passionate about every moment you might capture within the realm of photography, and the Sony product line has helped me accomplish this. I believe camera systems will be making a permanent move towards Mirrorless systems, and as such decided to go with the strongest horse: Sony. Prior to purchasing this camera, I had been using a Sony NEX-3N. I purchased t... Show More
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Great image quality, a few Sony quirks
I'm moving up from a Sony NEX-6, and after using it for a couple of weeks I find the A6000 to be a significant improvement. Low light shots are better, and overall I find images to be sharper, less contrasty and containing more accurate color than with the NEX-6. Fairly rugged construction, a nice viewfinder, a tilting display and decent on-camera flash are other positives. So far I'm using only the 16-50mm kit lens (which is better than I expect... Show More
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Not quite ready for prime time
I returned this camera after five days of trial use - so my impressions are based on modest experience. However I am a semi-professional and have been shooting for many decades. I sought a camera for unintimidating street shooting, a light travel kit and a back up for a (Canon) DSLR setup. This camera together with the kit lenses did not do the trick, primarily, I believe, because of the lenses. My comments here are an explanation for my reaction... Show More
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Optical Steady Shot great for my weak hands!
I was looking for a new camera to replace my 2004 G6 and figured that DSLR was the way to go until I happened upon some great reviews about the Sony a6000. Here's what caught my attention: 1) The quality of the photos 2) The smaller size of the camera 3) The price 4) Optical Steady Shot I have gotten some excellent photos from my G6 over the course of 11 years, but I knew a modern camera could take me to another level. And as I am able to hang on... Show More
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Excellent package for an amazing price
Got this to replace my ancient Nikon D70. I initially bought the a6000 kit and 55210 lens package in a store. Then I found this package deal on B&H for the same price which came with an extra battery and charger, memory card, a great case, AND I didn't have to pay tax on it. I've been using this camera and the two lenses for a few weeks (I also bought the 50mm 1.8 which is a beautiful lens for portraits). The kit lens is decent. At its widest, th... Show More
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Excellent Pro Point & Shoot
I am a professional photographer who uses both Canon and Nikon cameras and bodies, but wanted a camera that I could toss into my jacket pocket because we try to have a camera on us at all times. The Canon G series used to fill this need, however after seeing the Sony a6000, I decided to switch. I have no regrets. The camera with the 16mm-50mm lens is sufficient for most of my needs, and I can always add a zoom either via Sony of with the use of a... Show More
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Ready To Go
I purchased this kit less than a week before I left for my trip to San Francisco, as an on-the-whim purchase. I have a D7000, but I didn't want to lug it across the country, and I was severely limited in my luggage space because I wanted to get away with not checking in my suitcase. So I wanted a smaller and lighter alternative that wouldn't compromise quality, but I wouldn't feel like I am carrying around a sack of rice as I trudged up and down ... Show More
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Amazing Value
I bought the a6000 a couple of weeks ago with the 35mm/f1.8 lens as a starter mirrorless kit. After shooting with it, I have to say that the value this camera provides for $450 is unmatched. First, what everyone else has said is true- the autofocus capability of this camera is incredible. I have put the camera in burst mode shooting 11 fps of my dog running and later during post-processing found that just about every photo was crystal-clear and p... Show More
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Sony a6000 - A Great Mirrorless Camera
Pros:- Good picture quality.- Compact size.- Easy to use.- High burst rate: 11 fps.- High number of focus points: 192 pts. - Pictures are still good at higher ISO. Pictures are still usable even at 1600. If you're not picky, pictures taken at 3200 are still usable.- The battery can be charged in the camera, through micro USB port. I can even charge the battery with a portable power bank that I use for my phone.- The popup flash can be tilted.- EV... Show More
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Awesome Camera...not for video, though
First, I bought this camera exclusively for video, also being able to capture amazing still photos was a very attractive bonus. I knew still images was its primary function. The test video footage I shot was just amazing, also the stills. I planned to use it for my PilotFly H2. However. I very reluctantly had to return the camera for these reasons. Sad, because I just loved this camera. First, I wanted it to sync with my iPhone so I could see wha... Show More
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