Sony - Alpha a6500 Mirrorless Camera (Body Only) - Black
- Key Specs
- Image Sensor Size: APS-C (22.2 x 14.8 mm)
- Effective Pixels: 0 megapixels (The actual number of pixels which make up the viewable image.)
- Standardized Video Resolution: 4K (2160p) (An approximated measurement of the product’s video resolution. This may not be the exact resolution of the product, which may be slightly more or less when using a pixel-by-pixel measurement.)
- General
- Brand: Sony
- Model Number: ILCE6500/B
- Product Name: Alpha a6500 Mirrorless Camera (Body Only)
- Color: Black
- Camera Model Family: Sony a6500
- Digital Camera Type: Mirrorless Camera Body Only
- Imaging
- Image Sensor Type: CMOS (CCD and CMOS are the two main technologies used in image sensors. CCD, the older of the two types, turns analog light signals into digital pixels. This conversion happens without distortion, resulting in high-quality images. Newer CMOS sensors use transistors at each pixel to move electrical charges. CMOS sensors are typically less expensive, but also require more light to create distortion-free images.)
- Image Sensor Size: APS-C (22.2 x 14.8 mm)
- Image Resolution (Display): 6000 x 4000 (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used to either capture an image or display it. The higher the resolution the finer the image details.)
- Zoom Capability: true (This function allows for magnification of the subject.)
- Digital Zoom: 4x (A digital zoom is accomplished electronically, with no adjustment of the camera's optics, and no optical resolution gained in the process. The existing data is not enhanced or added to, merely displayed at a lower resolution, thereby giving an illusion of an enlarged image.)
- Low Light/High Sensitivity: true (High sensitivity digital imaging devices are designed to work in low light conditions to produce a high dynamic range image.)
- Image File Format(s): JPEG (Standardized software format(s) of storing digital images. The type of format chosen for capturing and compressing the image can determine quality, level of detail, and storage space required.)
- Focus
- Autofocus: true (Allows the camera to automatically focus through the lens, rather than by adjusting the lens manually.)
- Eye Autofocus (Eye AF): true (Automatically seeks out and focuses on the subject's eye and holds it as the camera and subject move and as the photographer shoots at high frame rates.)
- Exposure Control
- Shutter Speeds: Still images: 1/4000 to 30 sec, Bulb; Movies: 1/4000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps) (The length of time the shutter remains open when the shutter release is activated, expressed in fractions of seconds. The longer the shutter is open, the more light that is able to be captured by the camera sensor.)
- Burst Mode: true (Also referred to as continuous shooting. This feature captures multiple shots in rapid succession.)
- Self Timer: true
- Self-Timer Delay: 10 seconds
- Shooting Modes: Single shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracketing (Cont., Single, White Balance, DRO) (Exposure modes employed by the photographer to control the optimal aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and other settings for capturing specific subjects/scenes. Examples include Aperture-Priority, Macro, and Manual modes.)
- Panorama Mode: true
- Scene Modes: Portrait, Sports action, Macro, Landscape, Sunset, Night scene, Hand-held twilight, Night portrait, Anti motion blur (Exposure modes with predetermined optimal settings for capturing specific scenes. Examples include Landcape, Portrait, and Sports modes.)
- White Balance Modes: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, Underwater, Color Temperature (2500 to 9900K) & color filter (G7 to M7(57-step), A7 to B7(29-step)), Custom (Settings that calibrates how the color white is rendered in an image/video, reducing the appearance of unnatural contrasts caused by various light sources.)
- Effective Pixels: 0 megapixels (The actual number of pixels which make up the viewable image.)
- Lens
- Lens Mount Compatibility: Sony E-Mount
- Flash
- Flash Modes: Fill-in, High-speed sync, Off, Rear curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Slow sync (The flash feature emits light to increase the brightness of a subject in dimly lit environments. Common modes include Auto and Red-Eye Reduction.)
- Integrated Flash: true
- External Flash Mount: Hot Shoe (A cold shoe is a mounting point on top of a camera to securely attach a flash unit or other compatible accessories. A hot shoe is a cold shoe with an electrical connection that insures communication and synchronization between camera and accessory.)
- Display
- Display Type: LCD
- Screen Size: 2.95 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 921,600 dots (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Viewfinder Type: Electronic (A viewfinder is the part of a camera (or attachment) that allows you to see and focus a scene in frame. Optical viewfinders let you view the scene directly through the lens. Electronic viewfinders display the image on a screen in its approximate final form.)
- Touch Screen: true (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Varying Angle Screen: true (The camera's screen can be flipped out and adjusted to rotate, tilt, and/or swivel.)
- Video
- Standardized Video Resolution: 4K (2160p) (An approximated measurement of the product’s video resolution. This may not be the exact resolution of the product, which may be slightly more or less when using a pixel-by-pixel measurement.)
- Slow Motion Recording: false
- HD Movie Mode Focus: Automatic
- Storage
- Number of Memory Card Slots: 1
- Compatibility
- Tripod/Monopod Mountable: true (A support function that allows the device to be mounted to monopods and tripods for leveling and stability.)
- Memory Card Compatibility: Memory Stick Micro, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC), Solid State Memory Card (The type of memory card(s) recommended for use with the product.)
- Remote Compatible: true
- Features
- Face Detection: true (A function that automatically detects human faces and then sets focus and appropriate exposure to capture them.)
- Smile Mode: true (When enabled, this mode works in conjunction with face detection to automatically take a photo when a smile is detected.)
- Integrated GPS: No
- Records Audio: true
- Connectivity
- Wireless Connectivity: WiFi, NFC (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Output(s): HDMI
- PictBridge Enabled: false (PictBridge allows digital cameras, camcorders and other image capture devices to connect and print directly to photo printers and other output devices without using a computer.)
- Power
- Rechargeable Battery: true
- AC Adapter Compatible: true (The device is able to be charged using an external power adapter which meets input and output voltages specified by the manufacturer.)
- Removable Battery: true
- Battery Model: NP-FW50 (The model number of the battery necessary for operation of the device.)
- Number of Batteries Required: 1
- Number of Images Per Charge: 350
- Included
- Number of Lenses Included: 0
- Camera Bag/Case Included: false
- Batteries Included: true (Indicates whether the product comes with the required batteries for its operation.)
- AC Adapter Included: true (An external power adapter is included for operation.)
- Memory Card Included: false (Indicates whether a memory card is included.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 2.75 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 4.75 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 2.13 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 1 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 027242895706
Get a perfect shot with every shutter click on this Sony a6500 camera body with in-body image stabilization for clearer pictures. Touch focus lets you pinpoint your subject with a fingertip, and lock-on autofocus easily tracks movement without blurring. This Sony a6500 camera body takes 4K video, making it an ideal option for vlogging.
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- 24.2-megapixel APS-C Exmor® CMOS sensor delivers incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements: Create enlargements all the way up to poster-sized prints, or crop aggressively to frame the perfect shot in glorious detail.
- ISO 100 - 25,600 (expandable to 51,200): Enjoy crisp, clean images over a broad spectrum of lighting conditions, even if capturing great shots just before dawn and at dusk, when available light is often beautiful but scarce.
- Capture fast-action shots at up to 11 fps (frames per second): From joyous facial expressions to fast-paced sports action, burst mode ensures you get the shot even if it only lasts a fraction of a second.
- Up to 425-point phase detection autofocus quickly tracks and locks onto your subject: Allows you to confidently capture everything from fast-action sports to fast-moving wildlife.
- Capture spectacular movies in 4K: Offers 4K movie recording in the Super 35mm format with full pixel readout and no pixel binning. Data this rich is equivalent to 6K data, so it clearly conveys exceptionally high resolution in 4K images.
- One-touch remote: Makes your smartphone or tablet a viewfinder or remote control.
- One-touch sharing: Transfers photos and videos to your device for social network site sharing. Just install a PlayMemories Mobile™ app via Wi-Fi to your NFC-enabled Android device.
- 2.95" wide-angle touch LCD monitor with brightness control for sharp vivid color in any light: Its adjustable angle lets you accurately preview the shot before taking it.
- BIONZ X™ image-processing engine delivers blazing speed and performance: From shooting images and videos, to playback and data transfer, this processor handles even the most demanding tasks with ease.
- Preview the shot before taking it with the electronic XGA OLED Tru-Finder™: Bright, high-contrast viewfinder lets you see the results before you shoot, and features 921K dots for amazing resolution.
- Fast Hybrid autofocus for stills and movies: High-density Tracking AF technology seamlessly activates autofocus points to cover and track subjects moving within frame with unerring precision.
- In-body 5-axis image stabilization: The gyroscope sensor provides an image stabilization effect equivalent to a 5-steps-faster shutter speed. The camera enables you to zoom in on faraway subjects with minimal camera shake blur.
- Tough magnesium alloy body and robust lens mount: Provide solid reliability and steady handling.
- Built-in, pop-up flash for proper illumination: Ensures properly illuminated photos, and features integrated hot shoe for addition of an external flash, sold separately.
- HDMI type-D output makes HDTV hookup a snap: Easily connect your camera to an HDTV for immediate movie playback. HDMI cable required, sold separately.
- Multiformat memory slot for storing or transferring data: Accepts SD, SDHC, SDXC, M2, MS PRO Duo and MS PRO-HG Duo. Memory cards not included.
Whats Included
- Sony Alpha a6500 Mirrorless Camera (Body Only)
- Rechargeable battery (NP-FW50)
- AC adaptor (AC-UUD12)
- Shoulder strap
- Body cap
- Accessory shoe cap
- Eyepiece cup
- Micro USB cable
Q: Can you recomend some zoom lenses for this camera. Travel and outdoor photography.
A: Hi Bill! We recommend the Sony SELP18105G E PZ 18-105mm F4 G OSS lens. -Anthony
Q: Does the screen pop out so you can see yourself taking a selfie?
A: Hi Amanda! The screen of the a6500 doesn't tilt to 180 degrees for selfie. -Anthony
Q: What is the main differences between the A6500 and A6300?
A: the 5-axis image stabilization for the a6500.
A: Hello blueridge457, this camera can absolutely do the job, for portrait our 50mm, 55mm and 85mm are great, the focal length really depends on personal preferences (for 50mm we have the SEL50F18F and SEL50F18 which is stabilized, SEL55F18Z and SEL50F developed with Zeiss. For 85mm we have the SEL85F18 and SEL85F14GM). As for wedding photography using a zoom that will allow you to face different scenes more easily would be recommended as well as extra batteries depending on the number of shots you are planning to take.
Q: will the Sony - FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Zoom Lens work on this A6500?
A: Hi djram, yes, the FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Zoom Lens is fully compatible with the A6500. Thanks, -Mark
A: Hi John! Both APS-C and Full frame sensor cameras have their advantages. The biggest advantage of a full-frame is the image quality and image size. While the APS-C has its advantages on lens choices, since there are more lenses available for APS-C than a Full-frame. Using an APS-C lens on a full-frame camera will crop the image down to the size of an APS-C camera. -Anthony
A: I am new to photography as well. i have been renting an A6300 for my trips/events until i actually buy the a6500. the two platforms are very similar, i was able to learn the basics of the 6300 very quickly. because its a rental it didn't come with an owners manual, so i had to rely on information i sourced from the web. (there's plenty of it out there, my advice is that if you use youtube, look for the bigger accounts that have more views. i feel like they are more reliable and accurate) the camera can be used as a point an shoot in Auto Mode, or you can dive into the endless settings and customize. There's a settings reset option in the menu, so in case you go too far with customization, you can fix it all and return to factory settings. (i had to do that on my last rental, as the settings the previous person used were crazy). anway, do your research and see if this camera is right for you and what you want to use it for. i love the 6300 that i rented and can't wait to buy the 6500.. but again this is my first experience with a real camera so i have nothing to compare it to. hope this helps.
A: I have this lens and it never leaves the camera ! Vario-Tessar T* E 4/16-70 ZA The all-seeing eye From panoramic landscapes and distant vistas to intimate portraits, the Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70 lens for E-Mount is as versatile as it is capable. Featuring legendary ZEISS image quality in a beautifully compact and robust package, this lens is an ideal all-rounder that is perfectly suited to travel photography or general everyday use. With the ZEISS T* antireflective coating, optical stabilization and a constant aperture of F.4 you have a lightweight, high-quality zoom that is as flexible and creative as you are.
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