Sony Alpha A6000
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12 years ago
This review was first published in the June 2014 issue of Practical Photography - download back issues here .
12 years ago
Sony Alpha 6000 (ILCE-6000) review: Sony Alpha 6000 mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera almost has it all
Despite small annoyances, the Sony Alpha 6000 is a great overall camera for more advanced photographers who want something smaller than a dSLR, especially if they need the continuous- shooting speed. Editors' note, July 2, 2014: After evaluating subsequent products in this class, I've retroactively granted the Alpha 6000 an Editors' Choice for consumer mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras, replacing the older Alpha NEX-6. While it's not perfect, it's the best all-around option in its class.
Pros:
- The Sony Alpha 6000 has seriously fast continuous shooting for the money, and its design improves upon its predecessor's already excellent one
- Plus it's got an extensive feature set.
Cons:
- The movie record button remains annoying, and while it delivers excellent photo quality, it's not best-in-class in low light
- It's also slow on startup.
12 years ago
Camera Test: Sony a6000
Recent years have seen some very cool Sony cameras: the first full-frame compact camera, the RX1, as well as the first full-frame interchangeable-lens compacts, the a7 and a7R. In the midst of all that full-frame hoopla, the APS-C-format NEX-6 debuted to relatively minor fanfare, although its fans...
11 years ago
Sony Alpha a6000 review: Excellent performance for the price
The mirrorless interchangeable lens camera segment is heating up. We have seen some really good mirrorless cameras across price segments this year. There's certainly more action happening in this segment and the advanced point and shoot segment, than the DSLRs which are just iterating on set design...
11 years ago
Sony Alpha A6000 review
The Sony A6000 is a good solid interchangeable lens camera with one major advantage over rivals: effective continuous AF which works pretty much anywhere on the frame for stills or movies.
Pros:
- Very high resolution 24 Megapixel sensor
- Most effective continuous AF in its class
- Fast continuous shooting at 11fps
- Fast single AF
- Good viewfinder and tilting screen
- 1080p video with full manual control
- Built-in Wifi with NFC and downloadable apps
- Broad degree of customisation
Cons:
- Laborious process to set single AF area position, No touchscreen
- Screen only tilts, not fully articulated, No GPS tagging built-into Wifi app, Apps sometimes feel like reinstating features, No 3.5mm microphone jack, No leveling gauge, No miniature effect for movies, No silent shutter option
11 years ago
Sony A6000 Review
With unusual cameras like the A7 and A7R, Sony's A6000 ran the risk of being overshadowed. Elevated from the NEX range to sit alongside Sony's full DSLRs with the Alpha prefix, the A6000 builds on the NEX-6 with a new 24.3-megapixel sensor and a flashy autofocus system the company claims is a...
11 years ago
A smash hit
Great product, easy to use and offers very good image quality. Most DSLR users will want one of these eventually. Why because its easy to get on with your work, mimics many much more expensive cameras on the market today.
Pros:
- Quality of images
Cons:
- wish it were little less money for lenses
11 years ago
Sony Alpha A6000 review
The Sony A6000 is, in some respects, the older NEX-6 reincarnate. Which puts it in good stead: as far as interchangeable lens cameras go, the NEX-6 was one of our favourite small scale models with a built-in electronic viewfinder, so the Alpha A6000 arrives with high expectations.
Pros:
- Keenly priced
- built-in electronic viewfinder
- tilt-angle LCD
- great build quality
- impressive high-res image quality
- 11fps and AF-S an achievement at this price
Cons:
- Some autofocus accuracy slip-ups
- battery life needs to be better
- no touchscreen
- JPEG processing a little harsh for higher ISO sensitivities
11 years ago
I wanted to ditch my DSLR and get a Mirrorless Camera. For Size mainly. I came from using the Canon 600D and I am blown away by this camera. It is really easy to use. A great 1st camera for the beginners but also for Hobbyists and Pros. The Clarity, ISO and fast Focus make for great pictures.
11 years ago
Sony A6000 Review
After using the Sony A6000 for a few months on two separate occasions, I can honestly say that it is one of the most capable and versatile mirrorless cameras on the market. With its compact and lightweight camera body, comfortable grip, fast and accurate hybrid autofocus system, bright and...
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