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Name: Sony - Alpha 6100 Mirrorless 4K Video Camera with E PZ 16-50mm Lens - Black
Brand: Sony
SKU: 11117892
Price: 1448 USD
Availability: SoldOut
Rating: 4.8 (659 reviews)

Sony - Alpha 6100 Mirrorless 4K Video Camera with E PZ 16-50mm Lens - Black

Model:: ILCE6100L/B; |
SKU:: 11117892

User rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars with 659 reviews.

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QuestionCan you connect the camera with your phone? To see or send the pictures and videos directly?
Asked 6 years ago by Lilo.
- Answer yes you have to download the Imaging Edge Mobil app and scan the QR code on your camera
  Answered 6 years ago by nati
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QuestionDoes anyone know if this camera has a skin smoothing effect for video?
Asked 6 years ago by Josh.
- Answer Hi Josh, the a6100 only has soft skin effect when shooting still images (**when file format is set to JPEG). It does not have soft skin effect for video.
  Answered 6 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionDoes this camera work well for streaming? I’m getting a new PC and was wondering if it would be good for twitch or YouTube streaming… can I connect the camera to my PC and use it as a source like as on OBS OR STREAMLABS? Pls let me know !! Thanks !!!
Asked 2 years ago by BobbyTthaG.
- Answer Hi BobbyTthaG, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. You can connect the ILCE6100 to your PC via HDMI cable to do streaming. Depending on the ports of your PC, you may need an HDMI adapter. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Regards, Larry 12-1-2023 Sony Social Support
  Answered 2 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionDoes this camera shoot well in macro. I'm looking for something that I can use for both filming beauty-style videos and also shoot ultra close up for jewelry specific shoots etc.
Asked 5 years ago by IsabelleT.
- Answer Hi IsabelleT, the camera will work well in macro if it is paired with a good macro lenses like the SEL30M35, SEL50M28, and SEL90M28G.
  Answered 5 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionJust got this camera a week ago. Going on a trip later this fall. What would be a good lens to pick up for this camera. Looking to take a lot of outside shots. Going to a few national parks. Thanks.
Asked 5 years ago by Spidey.
- Answer I would recommend the sigma 30mm or the Sony 50mm. Both perform great.
  Answered 5 years ago by akidnamedcesar
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Questionwill my Minolta Maxxum lens work with this camera
Asked 6 years ago by timberguy.
- Answer Hello. The Sony a6100 can work with Minolta Maxxum lenses by using an LA-EA adapter. -Nick
  Answered 6 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionHow long does it take to charge this battery? How long to leave plugged into the AC adapter & how do u know when the charge is complete?
Asked 1 year ago by Carrie.
- Answer Hi Carrie, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Charging time (Full charge) is approximately 150 min. When battery is fully charged, the light next to the charging port will turn from orange to green. Thank you so much for your question. And thank you for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. - Pakorn (Sony Social Support)
  Answered 1 year ago by SonyListens
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QuestionCan you crop photos with this camera?
Asked 5 years ago by Singer.
- Answer Hi Singer, the camera does not have the feature to crop photos inside the camera. You would need to export the images and crop them using photo editing software.
  Answered 5 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionDoes the open box excellent have a warranty on the camera?
Asked 5 years ago by Warranty.
- Answer Usually yes
  Answered 5 years ago by Cameraman
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QuestionIs this model the upgraded version of the ax5100? I got this one in 2017 and looking to upgrade
Asked 1 year ago by Tamika.
- Answer Hi Tamika, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. With the newer and better features of the ILCE6100 camera, it definitely is an upgrade for the ILCE5100 camera For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Regards, Larry 1-16-2025 Sony Social Support
  Answered 1 year ago by SonyListens
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QuestionWould this be a good camera for taking headshots?
Asked 1 year ago by Rae.
- Answer Yes
  Answered 1 year ago by Jabin
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QuestionCan I use Canon lenses on this Sony A6100 camera? I have an EF lens and understand in some cases I can use an adapter, but unsure it that is an option here.
Asked 1 year ago by ErikaCarmen.
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QuestionIs this the camera to take a sport video outdoor at night?
Asked 1 year ago by JP.
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QuestionHow do you have a battery charging if you have to use the camera to charge the batteries and it is being used? Seems taking away this $5.00 part might be a huge mistake if there is no external battery charger?????
Asked 1 year ago by Lilly.
- Answer Hi Lilly, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. As alternative, you can use the ACPW20 AC adaptor for continuous power supply. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Regards, Larry 11-21-2024 Sony Social Support
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Questioncan you use any memory card with this camera or does it have to be a Sony brand?
Asked 1 year ago by drea.
- Answer Hello drea, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for reaching out. You can use any SD type card with this camera. We do recommend to make sure you use the appropriate class/speed of card to take full advantage of the camera's performance. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 11-13-24 Sony Social Support
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QuestionCan I connect this camera to a Zoom H6 video recorder?
Asked 1 year ago by Crow.
- Answer Hello Crow, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for reaching out. Yes, the Sony A6100 has a 3.5mm Mic input. You will need a the proper cable to connect the camera to the recorder. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 08-30-24 Sony Social Support
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QuestionIs this camera comparable to the Canon Powershot G7X Mark???
Asked 1 year ago by Mama2024.
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QuestionHow does this camera perform in low light indoor conditions?
Asked 1 year ago by OGOAK.
- Answer Pretty good honestly. You can change the ISO and the whiteness super high
  Answered 1 year ago by DiegoL
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QuestionWhat are the settings for clothing and podcasting videos on YouTube ?
Asked 1 year ago by Anonymous.
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QuestionWaterproof?
Asked 1 year ago by tlf.
- Answer No not really, but I haven't been caught in a down pour
  Answered 1 year ago by AnthonyM
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Sony - Alpha 6100 Mirrorless 4K Video Camera with E PZ 16-50mm Lens - Black

Q: QuestionCan you connect the camera with your phone? To see or send the pictures and videos directly?

Q: QuestionDoes anyone know if this camera has a skin smoothing effect for video?

Q: QuestionDoes this camera work well for streaming? I’m getting a new PC and was wondering if it would be good for twitch or YouTube streaming… can I connect the camera to my PC and use it as a source like as on OBS OR STREAMLABS? Pls let me know !! Thanks !!!

Q: QuestionDoes this camera shoot well in macro. I'm looking for something that I can use for both filming beauty-style videos and also shoot ultra close up for jewelry specific shoots etc.

Q: QuestionJust got this camera a week ago. Going on a trip later this fall. What would be a good lens to pick up for this camera. Looking to take a lot of outside shots. Going to a few national parks. Thanks.

Q: Questionwill my Minolta Maxxum lens work with this camera

Q: QuestionHow long does it take to charge this battery? How long to leave plugged into the AC adapter & how do u know when the charge is complete?

Q: QuestionCan you crop photos with this camera?

Q: QuestionDoes the open box excellent have a warranty on the camera?

Q: QuestionIs this model the upgraded version of the ax5100? I got this one in 2017 and looking to upgrade

Q: QuestionWould this be a good camera for taking headshots?

Q: QuestionCan I use Canon lenses on this Sony A6100 camera? I have an EF lens and understand in some cases I can use an adapter, but unsure it that is an option here.

Q: QuestionIs this the camera to take a sport video outdoor at night?

Q: QuestionHow do you have a battery charging if you have to use the camera to charge the batteries and it is being used? Seems taking away this $5.00 part might be a huge mistake if there is no external battery charger?????

Q: Questioncan you use any memory card with this camera or does it have to be a Sony brand?

Q: QuestionCan I connect this camera to a Zoom H6 video recorder?

Q: QuestionIs this camera comparable to the Canon Powershot G7X Mark???

Q: QuestionHow does this camera perform in low light indoor conditions?

Q: QuestionWhat are the settings for clothing and podcasting videos on YouTube ?

Q: QuestionWaterproof?

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QuestionCan you connect the camera with your phone? To see or send the pictures and videos directly?

QuestionDoes anyone know if this camera has a skin smoothing effect for video?

QuestionDoes this camera work well for streaming? I’m getting a new PC and was wondering if it would be good for twitch or YouTube streaming… can I connect the camera to my PC and use it as a source like as on OBS OR STREAMLABS? Pls let me know !! Thanks !!!

QuestionDoes this camera shoot well in macro. I'm looking for something that I can use for both filming beauty-style videos and also shoot ultra close up for jewelry specific shoots etc.

QuestionJust got this camera a week ago. Going on a trip later this fall. What would be a good lens to pick up for this camera. Looking to take a lot of outside shots. Going to a few national parks. Thanks.

Questionwill my Minolta Maxxum lens work with this camera

QuestionHow long does it take to charge this battery? How long to leave plugged into the AC adapter & how do u know when the charge is complete?

QuestionCan you crop photos with this camera?

QuestionDoes the open box excellent have a warranty on the camera?

QuestionIs this model the upgraded version of the ax5100? I got this one in 2017 and looking to upgrade

QuestionWould this be a good camera for taking headshots?

QuestionCan I use Canon lenses on this Sony A6100 camera? I have an EF lens and understand in some cases I can use an adapter, but unsure it that is an option here.

QuestionIs this the camera to take a sport video outdoor at night?

QuestionHow do you have a battery charging if you have to use the camera to charge the batteries and it is being used? Seems taking away this $5.00 part might be a huge mistake if there is no external battery charger?????

Questioncan you use any memory card with this camera or does it have to be a Sony brand?

QuestionCan I connect this camera to a Zoom H6 video recorder?

QuestionIs this camera comparable to the Canon Powershot G7X Mark???

QuestionHow does this camera perform in low light indoor conditions?

QuestionWhat are the settings for clothing and podcasting videos on YouTube ?

QuestionWaterproof?