Customer Ratings & Reviews

Great beginner camera! Was a gift for a family member

I absolutely love this camera. I was debating on the canon g7x because of the flash but these flash photos are amazing. As well as having an external mic allows for amazing audio. Obsessed with this camera!

I absolutely love it! Bought it right before my trip to Abu Dhabi and it’s been fantastic. Love Love love it!

This item was a great deal and very good service when purchasing!

This camera could not have come at a better time! I’ve been a long time Canon SLR user, starting with a Rebel XT, the most recent one I had was the 6D, a full frame camera. After seeing how small (relative to Canon SLR’s) the Sony mirrorless cameras are and the beautiful photos my co-worker was getting from his Sony (6500), I decided to make the switch. It wasn’t easy as I had several nice lenses, flash and camera to get rid of. There were several factors that convinced me to move from Canon to Sony. They are as follows: - Video autofocus: The Canon 6D I had lacked autofocus in video mode, for me, video mode without autofocus makes the video feature pretty much useless, if my subject moved closer or further, I’d have to refocus manually. What I love about the Sony is the video 4k quality (with autofocus) and the 1 button to start and stop recording! I didn’t have to switch to video mode, then press record. - Intuitive menus: Menus on the Canon’s are not as intuitive as I would’ve liked. I found the menus to connecting to an iPhone or an iPad to be very confusing and frustrating. Perhaps I just didn’t understand the logic of their menus although I’m fairly tech savvy, so I’m not sure. The menu on Sony 6100 is logical and laid out in an intuitive manner. There are some settings for the camera where there are several pages of menus, but the dots on the bottom of the menu and the “1/3” in the upper right hand corner lets you know where you are, nice subtle touches. I was even able to setup “Favorites” easily. - What you see IS what you get with the Sony – With my old camera, the exposure might look fine through the viewfinder, the line is where it should be to get a good exposure, but the picture often comes out darker or lighter than expected. With the Sony, the image you see on the screen or electronic viewfinder is the image you get. Much less chances of missing the shot you were hoping to get. - Size: as mentioned above, the size of the Sony is very compact! With the 16-50 lens, I was still able to fit it in my ski jacket pocket. I can’t get over the features and technology Sony was able to fit in such a small, compact package and it weighs about half as much as my previous camera! Usability: The Sony feels very nice and solid but I wouldn’t go as far as to say it very comfortable to hold. Its compact, there isn’t a lot of surfaces that is molded to fit your hand. The screen can tilt and flip, perfect for vloggers! You’ll notice when the screen is flipped over, the bottom right corner is partially blocked by the eye piece. Not a big deal to me as I’ll probably never use that feature, maybe annoying to some. Speaking of screen, while it is technically a touch screen, its can only be used to tap on focal points and zooming during playback mode. You can’t use the screen to change settings, it would be a bit small (3”) to change settings on it anyway, buttons are probably easier. All the buttons are nicely laid out and easy to understand. To find different scenes (macro, sports, night etc), you have to go to SCN first, then select the scene from the sub menu on the screen. Features and performance: The Sony has all the features one would come to expect from a SLR. The features I was pleasantly surprised by are “HDR” and “Panorama”. With the HDR, the camera will take multiple exposures of the same image and combine the images. With panorama mode, the photo takes multiple images as you slowly rotate the camera, when it’s done taking the photos, it’ll stich them together creating 1 wide image. Yes, these features are available on phones these days, but it’s a nice feature to have on your camera. Transferring images from the camera to your phone is very easy with the “Imaging Edge Mobile” app. On the camera, press menu, scroll over to “Network – Send to Smartphone Func”, select the camera’s WiFi and use the app or the camera to select the photos you want to transfer, that’s it! The included kit lens, f3.5-5.6/16-50mm, is decent for beginners. If you’re somewhat serious about photography, you’ll want to upgrade to a nice prime or zoom lens that offers lower constant aperture. Battery life could be better, you’d definitely want to pick up an extra one to have in your bag (NP-FW50, retails for $60) and maybe even an external charger. Conclusion: Overall, I really like this camera alot, it’s the perfect balance between price, functionality, features, image/video quality and size. For a vacation, I’d take this over a point and shoot any day to have the flexibility of interchangeable lenses. I’d say this camera is good for someone looking to get into a SLR camera through intermediate photographer or someone more advanced but doesn’t want to lug around heavy a camera bag!

I needed a camera to do some video work. My best friend is getting married soon and I offered to help record her wedding (although it might be postponed during the COVID pandemic). I will update my review and rating when I have more to say!

Its a really good camera, the only thing wrong is the one charging cords does not work.

Conclusion: This is by no means a complete review of this camera and all its features. This is a feature rich camera that no single review will be able to fully appreciate. I love this camera! It is versatile, compact, and takes excellent photos in all lighting conditions. There are hundreds of features and options built into this camera that will keep an amateur photographer like me engaged for the foreseeable future. There is a plethora of accessories that I can add to this camera to meet any needs that the stock camera does not currently fulfill. The Alpha 6100 is a flexible, feature rich platform that I am going to enjoy exploring for years. What originally convinced me to own this camera? A friend of mine is a professional photographer. He photographs and videos professional trade shows and conferences. I noticed one day that he changed out his typical SLR and video camera for the Sony Alpha 6000. I asked him why. He told me that for half the money he could get almost the same quality as his more expensive cameras. Plus, he only needed one camera to do both video and stills. I did not need a new camera at the time. Today, my digital SLR is non-operational. I decided to jump on the Alpha 6100. I’m glad I did. I got a heck of an upgrade for the same money my old camera cost. What do I like: The camera is small, compact, and what I would call a dense .78lbs with the stock lens attached. The bump out on the right of the camera body is small compared to a traditional digital SLR camera. For me, this makes the camera awkward to hold. This may change with the addition of a larger lens. Stock, the camera is compact enough that my hands crowd close together. The Power Zoom on the included lens adds to my awkward handling. I have medium sized hands. Think medium sized adult winter gloves. I can see someone with large hands having a very difficult time handling this camera with the included E PZ 16-50 lens. This all being said, I find the compromise between weight and size acceptable for my needs. I can move easily between stills and videos with the touch of a single button. If I want to get fancy, then I can get GP-VPT1 shooting grip. This will allow me to point and shoot without worrying about any awkward handling positions. Sony’s site has a plethora of lenses, adapters, flashes, remote control, power options, and accessories listed for this camera. Many of these items are available on Best Buy. Sony’s site will tell you exactly what is compatible with this camera and the items part number. Better yet, I can put the camera on a tripod and remote view and shoot using Sony’s mobile app or desktop app. One feature I liked is the Auto White Balance. Yeah, I know, auto white balance tends to be terrible for all cameras. The Alpha 6100, in my opinion, does a better job, at this price point, than most. Indoor shots are still yellowish. Outdoor shots, however, are a different story. I took the camera on a hike along a snow-covered trail. I Left everything at full auto. The camera auto adjusted its settings for macro shots, portraits, and for different lighting conditions. The white balance was pretty good. Now, this could have been the position of the sun, the time of day, or having snow as the backdrop. Regardless, I am pleased with the results. I also took a few videos of a waterfall. The videos were clean, well balanced, and detailed. The sound was good for not having an external mic. Moving from still to video was super easy. There is a record button near where your right thumb will naturally rest while holding the camera. Press once to start recording. Press a second time to stop. It does not get any easier than that. Auto mode has two modes: Intelligent Auto and Superior Auto. From Sony, “Intelligent Auto automatically identifies a scene’s characteristics and shoots a photo. Superior Auto beautifully shoots automatically while reducing blurring and noise.” As a test, I took two photos of my shed using each setting under natural lighting conditions. White balance threw a little grey into the shot but not much. You will want to consult with the online user’s guide for more details. I included the two shots with my review. Another auto mode, SCN, gives you more control. This is an auto mode for all the camera’s major shooting modes such as Portrait, Sports Action, Macro, Landscape, and more. There are two ways to set the SCN’s shoot mode. First, you can take the long way around through the camera’s menu system. I found this method slow and clunky. The second way is via the Function button located above the D-pad. Press the button and then use the D-pad and built in scroll wheel to quickly chose your shoot mode. The options here, as mentioned before, are enormous and much more than a simple Best Buy review can get into. I will say that the flexibility here is rich and appreciated for those of us who did not go to photography school. For those who did go to photography school then you will be happy to know that you can adjust any of the other modes on the camera to your heart’s content. For example, Program Auto, P on the dial, has eleven pages of options under the image setting and another 9 pages under the movie settings. Press the Function key and all the options directly related to your shot are available via a simple to navigate graphical interface. These include Drive Mode, Focus Mode, Focus Area, Exposure Comp., ISO, Metering Mode, Flash Mode, Flash Comp., White Balance, Creative Style, and Silent shooting. The Alpha 6100 can also take panoramic photos, slow motion videos, and quick motion videos. I have no need, yet, to shoot slow motion or quick motion videos. Panorama, however, is pretty darn impressive. I took a panorama of my workspace, the camera must have taken 50 photos, and then stitched them together like it only took a single photo. The image was in focus and detailed. I did not like the default length of the panoramic shot. I wanted to stop early but the camera continued shooting until I had completed the pre-defined panoramic field. One issue I did run into with Panoramic is with anything moving in shot. For example, I took a Panoramic of a track and field facility. The people walking across the grounds during the shot had a double exposure affect. This may entirely be due to my lack of experience with panoramic photos, the camera’s software, or some setting I failed to turn on. Just be aware to take some sample shots of what you want to capture before you pull the trigger on the real shot. The LCD screen is not a touch screen. This may seem strange in a world where cell phones have become the dominate photography tool. Sony delivers an excellent button layout to help navigate the screen. The buttons are all properly marked. The D-pad doubles as a scroll wheel. And the Scroll wheel has a selection button in the middle. There are also functions located to each compass point on the scroll wheel for easy access and navigation. The scroll wheel is used to zoom through features, menu items, and options. You can quickly scroll through your images by rolling your thumb left or right along the scroll wheel’s track. You can also quickly zoom in, zoom out, and navigate an image that you want to take a closer look at after shooting. I thought it was a bit awkward when I first used it. After using it for a bit, I cannot image owning another camera without it. Home run for Sony! Finally, the screen itself has multiple functions available. Pressing up on the D-pad switches between four screen layouts with differing levels of details including a preview of your image, shot features, information about your photo, and histograms. Pretty much whatever you want to know about your shot before pressing the shutter button is accessible. The screen is attached to a mechanical arm that allows you to move the screen away from the camera body. This allows you multiple viewing angles while you shoot. The screen can also be flipped 180 degrees allowing for selfies. The Alpha 6100 automatically flips the LCD image when in selfie mode. Sony also added interactive features between the viewfinder and the view screen. There is a sensor in the eye piece that detects your eye, or something close to it, that, when triggered, automatically turns off the view screen and activates the view finder screen. All the same information is present. My old camera used to keep both on regardless of which one I was using. I always found this distracting. Thank you, Sony! Sony made connecting your camera with your cell phone super easy. The camera will display a QR Code that your phone uses to establish a connection. Another QR Code is used to acquire the mobile app, Imaging Edge. You can control the camera from your phone, view photos, setup location information, check current news related to the app, review help files, and remote control the camera. Unfortunately, the app needs a major usability pass. For example, if I remotely capture photos then I cannot view any photos until I first shut down the app and restart the app. Some screens do not have a back button. Another thing I cannot do from the app is set the camera’s photo function. I must spin the function wheel manually to get what I want. Then the options for that mode will be made available to me from the app. I would have preferred the ability to control all camera features and functions remotely. One word of caution. Turn the remote features off when you travel. Bluetooth is easily compromised. The good news is that there is an Airplane Mode under the Network settings in your camera’s menu. Turn this on when not using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to protect yourself and your photos. What I did not like: The built-in flash is harsh. Period. I would avoid using it unless absolutely needed.

Sony - Alpha 6100 Mirrorless Camera with E PZ 16-50mm Lens - Black What’s in the box: • AC Adaptor:AC-UUD12 • Eyepiece cup • Lens cap • Micro USB cable • Rechargeable Battery NP-FW50 • SELP1650 • Shoulder strap The a6100 is an all size fits all mirrorless camera, and it is the successor to the a6000 that has been around for years. A notable upgrade I might add. It can be used to point and shoot to produce beautiful pictures, or you can dive a little in the so easy to use menu to customize settings and get the most out of it. The a6100 is also a wonderful and great option for bloggers, with its almost limitless accessories and the great 4K shooting abilities, it can be an affordable option for bloggers who want a gear that can be used in a multitude of scenarios. Feel & Build quality: The a6100 is a very well built, rugged camera. Although its made of plastic, it feels very good in hand, and its very well balanced. The right hand camera grip is made of soft rubber feel plastic for optimum grip and to avoid the camera slipping from sweaty hands. All buttons are very well placed and easy to get your muscle memory going and after some time using the camera, I can say that it feels very natural and not awkward at all. Features and ease of use: Although this camera can be very sophisticated and advanced, it can also be set to auto mode to point and shoot images or videos. The menu is very easy to use & self-explanatory. every time you turn the dial to one of the option, you do get a screen that tells you what can be done within this menu. Kudos to Sony for dumbing it down for beginners like me Pre-set options include: - Auto mode: which includes 2 modes of Intelligent auto or superior auto and the difference is choosing between automatically identifying the scene characteristics to shoot a photo or to shoot images automatically while reducing blurring and noise. - Scene selection mode: which enables you to select a mode for the subject and the environment we want to capture like night scene, hand held twilight (to shoot night mode without the stability of a tripod), night portraits (fires the flash to illuminate the subject and slows the shutter down to capture the background scene as well), anti motion blur to enhance the image quality in poor lighting conditions, portrait mode, sports action (shoots fast movement in higher shutter speeds), macro mode to shoot close ups, landscape which is great for nature and sceneries, sunset mode that vividly captures the reds. - Panorama mode: which enables you to get a panoramic image in vertical or horizontal modes. - S&Q modes: for slow and quick motion capturing for movies. - Movie modes: you have auto, aperture priority, shutter priority, or manual exposure. - MR: which shoots with preset settings. This option enables you to setup a function button and assign it to a specific setting to use if you have repeated conditions and you don’t want to change the settings every time. - Manual exposure mode: allows you to adjust aperture and shutter speeds to your liking. - Shutter priority: adjust the shutter speeds manually. - Aperture priority: to be able to change the range in focus and amount of background blur. Other features include the ability to change glass (lenses) and there is a huge array of lenses that is compatible with the a6100 that can serve multiple needs, the ability to add a microphone for better sound capturing which I highly recommend, and the ability to add an external flash as well. Image & video quality: Shooting images and videos is very easy it makes you question how does this camera produces so beautiful and outstanding images and videos in so little effort on your side. With red eye reduction and absolutely the best face tracking I have seen on a camera in my life ( it tracks human, animal, and even faces on tv with amazing speed and accuracy using its real time tracking feature. The auto mode is perfect, the video quality with 4K with resolution of 3840 x 2160 and a dedicated video recording button makes it very easy and fool proof to make sure you get what you want, and what you only want. Other great features include the 3 inch TFT- LCD touch screen that can swivel and flip to enable you to shoot videos and photos while holding the camera and actually see the frame you are in. although its not the best screen quality in the world but it does what it needs to do. Images can be produced either in Jpeg, or Raw formats. The final product quality is the same but Raw is the better option if you are planning on doing heavy editing on your photos. Other notable features include WIFI connectivity to download images to your smart device, Bluetooth connectivity with compatible accessories like the Sony shooting grip or the remote commander. A great feature is also how customizable the functions are with a dedicated Fn (function) button to make the camera your own and to your liking. Lens: the a6100 comes with a 16-50 mm Power Zoom Lens which is also made by sony. Its versatile and suitable for 100% of a beginners needs. Upgradeability is endless with glass that is offered from both Sony, and third party vendors. Battery: the camera comes with one rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50. This specific battery has been used for a long time by Sony and you can get spares from Sony and third party vendors as well. I highly recommend getting an extra battery or two because mirrorless cameras tend to drain battery very fast. Cons: the only 2 things that bother me about this camera are: 1- The shoulder snap rings connected to the camera are made of metal and are very noisy when shooting videos (I have removed them since the camera will be used for videos and photos mainly utilizing a tripod. 2- The camera has no IPS rating and is not water or dust proof. An option is to get a protective waterproof case. Conclusion: like many other Sony products this camera is going to be usable for years and years, and it is upgradeable with lenses and accessories to keep it relatable in the span of the next 5 years at least. I highly recommend the a6100 with this kit and price.

The Sony a6100 is the direct replacement for the immensely popular a6000, which is a series of cameras in a league of their own. If you're a fan of the older model, you'll be happy to find how familiar the a6100 feels because they're physically very much the same, except for a few very noticeable and significant upgrades. Let's start with those. 4K video - Finally! The picture is splendid, and while the a6100 body lacks image stabilization (you'll need to rely on lenses with built in IS), the color and quality is fantastic. Unfortunately, being the entry level model of this series, it lacks the scene programming for 4K video like the a6400 and a6600, which makes color grading and contrast adjustments in camera for better video output. Not a deal breaker, the picture quality is great already and I make adjustments in post anyway. It would make things convenient for quick video takes though, and hopefully this can be added with a firmware update in the future. 425 Point Focus - Yes, that's four hundred twenty five point of phase and contrast detection. It's almost the entire view screen and it's a big part of what makes the Sony a6100 lineup so great. The older a6000 was renown for having an outstanding autofocus with 179 points of phase and 25 points of contrast detection, while the newer a6100 builds on that even more. Fortunately, like the older models Sony kept the automatic eye focusing (automatically recognizes eyes to focus on) and promises rapid .02 second focus time. As long as you're within your lenses focusing distance, I found this all to hold up. It's pretty stellar, and there's multiple auto-focus modes with tracking that help ensure your subject always stays crisp. Articulating Screen - The screen can now articulate to face up, down, or forward for selfie mode. Coming from a Nikon DSLR with an articulating screen, this is a feature I love because I'm constantly contorting myself or the camera to find a good angle. For instance, when shooting kids or animals, I can tilt the screen to face upward while I hold the camera lower and get a more interesting angle of the subject. This is also very useful when shooting video, as I don't have to crouch down and try to move with the subject. I can now just face the screen upward, stand, and walk normally as I record. For those into selfies, or shooting selfie videos, the screen can even move all the way up and rotate forward for selfie mode, so you can see the screen as you're standing in front of the lens. The only downside is that you won't be able to use the hotshoe while the screen is in selfie mode, but if needed, you can setup extra lights for video, or make shutter, aperture, or ISO adjustments for photo. Microphone Port - The body now has a 3.5mm microphone input, so you can now use your external mic for better sound capture. Pair this with wired lapel mic, put the screen in selfie mode, and you have a nice, little 4K YouTube recording kit. Power/Charge Simultaneously - Apparently, in the older model you couldn't power the camera from the USB charging. That sounds asinine, but thankfully, you can with the a6100. I still don't like that the screen doesn't seem to tell you anything about the battery charging status unless you turn the camera on. There's a little orange light next to the charging port that tells you if it's charging, but it can be hard to see with the cable plugged in. That's about it for major differences between the a6100 the older a6000. Sony still offers both for the time being, and if you're undecided between the two, I'd definitely go with the newer a6100. 425 points of AF detection is too good to pass up, and while both are excellent photo cameras, the a6100 has a major edge in video with 4k video and 3.5 mic port. Outside of the upgrades with the newer a6100, the camera stays true to all the reviews you've likely read about the a6000 line. It uses Sony e mount lenses, which has a much larger library of quality lenses than I initially thought, has a built-in pop up flash, hot shoe, excellent display/touch screen, and accurate view finder. Some reviews complain about the viewfinder not being high resolution like the higher end models, but it's clear and accurate, which matters to me more. I also love that it turns the viewfinder off until the camera senses you holding it to your face. Of all the features on this camera, I found it the most nifty. It only helps in extending battery life, but it's fun when a device seems to know what you're doing. In terms of picture quality, fit finish, and ergonomics, Sony did an outstanding job. It's a medium sized interchangeable lens mirrorless camera with an APS-C sensor. While smaller than a traditional body DSLR, it's not small enough to fit in most pockets, but with the 20mm pancake lens could reasonably fit in a winter jacket pocket. Larger hands might want to add a grip or a case to give the grip a little more size, but it should fit well in most hands. Most everything is accessible by your right thumb and the knobs and buttons all give excellent digital response and tactile feedback. WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity are also included, which makes it super easy to transfer photos from the camera to your phone and you can even control the camera from your phone with the free Sony Imaging Edge Mobile app. This part is huge for me, because now I can review my pics on my phone or tablet right after a shoot and quickly back them up or publish them. No laptop or desktop needed! If you're in the market for a medium sized camera the Sony a6100 is a great choice for all skill levels. It's well built, has a great screen, interchangeable lenses, good low light performance, WiFi, Bluetooth, and one of the best auto-focus systems available today. It'll help you take great photos if you don't know what you're doing, and has enough flexibility to take amazing photos if you do.

I have always been interested in purchasing a mirrorless camera, Sony Alpha especially, but as smartphones get better and more expensive, a dedicated camera is harder to justify. That said, the tiny sensor size in phone cameras limit them in some key ways. I now feel it's worth getting a mirrorless camera (APS-C or full-frame) if you need the following from your photos: 1. Resolution and quality that can be printed A4 size or larger 2. Depth of field (the "portrait" or background blur effect that is still poorly replicated on phones) 3. Significant telephoto for long-range photography/videography. 4. Good low-light performance. This camera does all of those things. Its upgrades over the a6000 are substantial. Battery life is better, both in terms of shots you can take and standby time. The expanded and more accurate autofocus also now includes eye autofocus. This makes portrait shooting a breeze, and now works with pets. The stabilized lens, eye-AF and wider sensor allowed me to get sharp shots of my dog in low light - things I never could have hoped for with my phone. The other thing that works wonderfully is the flip-up screen, great for selfies and vlogging. It's not as versatile as a screen that flips to the side, which would allow you to shoot from weird and interesting new angles, but I appreciated any additional flexibility compared to the a6000. For me, these additional features, including high-res 4K video recording, strike a nice compromise between the a6000 and the a6400, a more expensive version of this camera, which has a few more features for an even higher price, such as video color-grading. Really, the only major thing one would upgrade further for is the in-body image stabilization in the a6500 and a6600, which are significantly more expensive than the a6100 or a6400. In most situations, purchasing an Optical SteadyShot (OSS) lens, or a lens with stabilization built in, will get you similar results without having to step up to the a6500. So about that included lens. This one comes with a kit lens, and I wholeheartedly recommend this camera with the major caveat that a buyer should expect to purchase at least 1-2 additional lenses to justify owning this as opposed to just sticking with their phone. That's not an insignificant price increase, especially with autofocus lenses (each about $200-400). The kit lens is flexible, but its slow aperture - f3.5 at the wide end and f5.6 at the telephoto end - makes RAW photos suffer in some key ways, which I can illustrate with the uploaded photos below. In low-light, the kit lens is noisy. Further, it's not particularly sharp, and because of the slow aperture, the bokeh effect you get with your portraits is minimal. Do not get me wrong. In all these respects - noise, sharpness, bokeh, printability - it is still markedly better than your smartphone. But if you are hoping to really maximize the potential in this camera - and trust me, there is a LOT of potential - I would budget at least a few hundred dollars more to purchase at least one more lens to get either that portrait or telephoto effect. I also included some shots taken with a Sony 50mm f1.8 OSS lens, and the differences are readily apparent. If you're wanting to just shoot low-light portrait shots of posed friends/family, etc, you can save the money, get a Sony a6000 used or renewed, and purchase a third-party manual focus lens with a fast aperture, which can be had for as low as $120. But if you step up to the a6100, it's because you want to shoot video in 4K, or shoot high-quality portrait photos of fast-moving objects you want to track with continuous autofocus like athletes, kids, babies or pets, or because you want to vlog. If the last use case is the only reason you are buying this, the kit lens may do just fine as at 16mm you have noticeable bokeh in good lighting. But if you want to use this for anything else, I would strongly recommend budgeting the cost of additional lenses into your purchase. If you are more familiar with the types of lenses you would want, you could also consider buying the a6100 body only and then individually purchasing your lenses. That was a lot, but the short answer is that mirrorless cameras, and dedicated cameras in general, are still much better than phones and will likely continue to be for several years. I think the a6100 is a worthy upgrade to the a6000, an already very good camera, in very important ways. If you know what you're hoping to get out of this camera, you'll be thrilled with it. It's a winner.

This is a very fine and powerful camera, with some astonishing features, but a few annoyances. First, the good stuff: - With a large image sensor and 24M image capacity, this camera that only weighs a pound and can fit in the pocket of your cargo pants, can shoot beautiful, crisp, and highly detailed pictures. - The automatic focusing tech that Sony brings to this device is truly astonishing. Subjects’ eyes and facial features are always in focus, even when they are moving. Sony is ahead of the competition in this area. - The lens that is supplied in this kit is not the best glass you can get. Thankfully, there is a wide variety of high-quality lenses that one can use with this camera, that will complete the transformation to performance like DSLR’s costing thousands of dollars more. - Color accuracy is excellent; I very rarely need to adjust my images in Photoshop. - There are options for many automatic adjustments, such as multiple image acquisition for backlit or low light scenes. Alternatively, the photographer may assume full manual control. Now for some nit-picks: - With robust features and flexibility comes complexity; there is a bit of a learning curve to become facile with all the menu and shooting options. I have been using this camera on my vacation in Mexico for the past week, and I am just now becoming very confident with it under different situations. - I did watch some videos on-line to help with the initial set-up, and these were mostly helpful. - The battery is rated to take over 300 images on a charge. I am shooting high definition images, occasional RAW images, and using the Panorama and HDR functions. With this I may get 200 images/charge. Happily, replacement batteries can be obtained from third parties that cost about $10 apiece, and I always have a spare ready. - The transfer of images by wi-fi works only so well. It is still much faster to put the SD in a card reader or attach the camera to the computer by USB. - On 2 or 3 occasions I have had the camera freeze, necessitating turning it off and then restarting. I may have done something wrong, or this may be the consequence of having complicated, sophisticated imaging software being deployed. All in all, I am very pleased with this camera. It has all the flexibility for creative photography that I need as an active hobbyist, at a fraction of the price and weight of traditional DSLR’s. I am particularly happy with the ability to capture active grandchildren in low light, and consistent beautiful bokeh effect in portraits. I recommend this product highly but bear in mind you will need some time to learn to use it. Sample pictures:

This is the first mirrorless SLR camera that I have owned coming from various Nikon Digital SLRs, and in short: I am mighty impressed with the results of the Sony Alpha 6100 camera for all-around use. It's light, compact, and easily beats any smartphone picture quality in my opinion, and here is why: - Very fine JPG quality that is stunningly beautiful, crisp, sharp; there is an option to store pictures in RAW format also - Dimension: 6000x4000 - Resolution: 350x350 PPI (Compare this to a 72x72 PPI resolution you get from an iPhone; it makes all the difference when printing larger prints (PPI = Pixel Per Inch) - 4K movies are at filmed at 30 fps, whereas 1080p (HD) movies can be filmed up to 120 fps I know carrying around another camera can be a burden, and probably a smartphone's camera suffices for a lot of use. That said, if you care about coming home from a vacation with memories captured with a Sony Alpha 6100, you'll be super happy! Here are some other, random thoughts: - This package comes with a Sony Alpha 6100 APS-C Mirrorless Full-Frame Interchangeable-Lens Camera with the Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 lens. It is what I would consider entry-level-professional cameras for every-day-use all the way up to quite demanding use, and complements the higher-end professional cameras from Sony (or other manufacturers. I love this camera for its versatile uses. It is rather small and compact, and as such, perfect for smaller hands. It just weighs 1.15 lbs (0.5kg). It's perfect for a "family camera" (according to feedback from my family). - Sony Alpha 6100 is considered an "Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera", but it comes with the Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 is a 3.1 (50/16)-zoom lens with image stabilization. The zoom is equivalent to 24-75mm in an SLR 35mm film standard, and though this is not a lot of zoom range, I like that it starts at 16mm (a bit wider angle than the typical 18mm zoom lenses on the market, which is great). The aperture of 3.5-5.6 is okay in terms of light-gathering capabilities. For low light situations, you may need to compensate with higher ISO settings for the whole image to be as sharp as possible; fortunately, the camera has an awesome ISO rating from 100 (bright daylight) to 51200. But using the camera in Auto-ISO mode works perfectly fine. - The Sony Alpha 6100 camera is compatible with a lot of E-mount Sony lenses and if you are looking for the most versatile zoom lens (and are willing to spend good money), there is one available for separate purchase from Best Buy, the Sony SELP18200, which provides a zoom range from 18-200mm, which translates to an 11.1 zoom lens (200/18). - Taking "selfies" (picture of yourself) is plain easy by tilting the camera monitor approximately 180° upward. - Shooting modes are automatically recognized by the camera (e.g., panoramic, vs portrait, etc., i.e., no need to manually select these. - Amazing super-speedy autofocus system (can be used manually (typically for picture taking) as well motorized, which is especially of advantage for smooth zooming when creating videos) - Geo-tagging should work via Bluetooth connection to your Android smartphone and/or iPhone, but I did not get to test it, and neither was I able to test the Sony Imaging Edge Mobile app which enables you to transfer photos wirelessly. - It comes with a micro-USB (for charging and picture/video transfer; I would love to know why Sony skipped USB-C for faster charging and transfer speeds) and a mini-HDMI port) to connect to a TV. There is a lot more to say about this camera, but I'd say: Give it a try yourself if you look for more professional pictures to take home compared to what you get from smartphone cameras. In summary, I very highly recommend this "family-friendly camera" for semi-professional use. I simply love this one!

Despite the ubiquity of the camera, standalone digital cameras are still very much a necessity, providing us with advance features that phones do not have. With a wide range of price points and features, it can be daunting to choose one that will suit your particular needs. Thus, enter the Sony 6100 that hopes to provide great performance with a relative moderate cost. Regardless, if you are a professional photographer or just beginning a new hobby, the 6100 hopes to find its place in an already competitive series from Sony. While the 6100 is a cut down of higher models such as the 6500 or 6600, it is still powered by the same APS-C Type Exmor CMOS sensor that will certainly make it an attractive option for those shopping for a new camera. Naturally, I was excited to try Sony’s latest offering. Once received, the Sony 6100 comes in a rather compact looking box. Inside, you will note several standard accessories such as the shoulder strap, the battery, eye piece, an AC adapter, and a USB cable. Unfortunately, there is only a quick start guide, forcing you to download the full manual. In addition, the 6100 comes in three different kits; my particular kit, the 6100L, comes with the 16-50mm lens pre-attached. As for the body, the 6100 is quite captivating. It has a nice black polish and is smooth to the touch. It is definitely of high quality. Overall, the 6100 feels quite solid and compact. Additionally, it does have a bit of weight to it but nothing that would cause issue. Furthermore, the rubber grip on the right has a nice rugged feel. Looking down from the top, the camera you will notice a slit for the multi-interface slot for optional accessories. Next to that you will see the flash compartment, which will automatically pop up when you press the flash button. Next, you will note the On/Off switch as well as the shutter button on top. To the right, you will see the custom button (C1). The mode selection wheel is next to that, where you can select various modes depending on your needs such as automatic, aperture priority, movie, or scene selection. When you select scene selection, you can further choose from an additional ten different modes such as sports, night scene, or landscape. When the dial is set to automatic, you can choose from either intelligent or superior. On the back, you will notice several standard buttons such as menu and the main control wheel. You will also note the delete button, which also acts as the second custom button. On the top left of the display, you will note the viewfinder that automatically sleeps the main screen when you look through it. Additionally, to the right of the viewfinder is the adjustment wheel for its display. To the right of the display, you will see the AEL button that will also zoom in on your pictures after you have pressed the playback button (you will use the wheel to zoom out and the buttons to position your view). Moving to the bottom, you will see the battery and SD card compartments. On the left side of the body, you will note the USB and HDMI compartment as well as a 3.5mm microphone jack. To open the compartment, slide the compartment lid towards you. Do NOT pry it open! Overall, the layout is fairly straightforward, though may take some time to get use to it. Lastly, you will notice that the 6100 is missing auto/manual focus switch that is found on the 6500/6600. Next, I would like to go through the main menu and briefly go through its organization. Once you press menu, you will notice six icons across the top: Quality/Image, Move, Network, Playback, Setup, and My Menu Setting. Additionally, each one of these has multiple pages that you can access by highlighting a setting below and pressing right on the control button. There are a total of 30 pages across these six categories. On the quality/image page, you will note several main settings including your picture format (JPEG, RAW, or RAW+JPEG), aspect ratio (3:2, 16:9 or 1:1), JPEG quality (Extra Fine, Fine, Standard), and image size. As expected, your image size presets will change when you change the aspect ratio. For example, when you set your aspect ratio to 16:9, your image size presets are 5.1, 10, and 20 megapixels. In addition, if you set your image to a 3:2 aspect ratio, your presets will now change to 6, 12 and 24 megapixels respectively. As for image quality, I wanted to run through a test that would be the equivalent of an out of box experience with the least amount of settings changed as it would be nearly impossible to test every single setting. For my test, I used a Sony 32 GB UHS-II SD card (model SF-G32T). I first set the file format to JPEG with an aspect ratio of 16:9, with the quality set to large (20 megapixels) and JPEG quality set to standard compression. Lastly, I set the mode selection dial to auto and set the camera to intelligent auto. For the most part, the images produced are quite exceptional and should speak for themselves. Given maximum compression, I was extremely pleased with the results. In the picture with our Christmas tree, you can see quite a bit of detail on the decoration. In addition, you can see the glitter as it glistens quite nicely next to the lamp. In the next image, you can see our new holiday hat! For this picture, I reduced the lighting in the room, but as you can see it still came out fairly vibrant. Lastly, in our third picture, I like that you can distinguish the different lighting of the ornaments in our holiday decorations! Overall, I think most people will be extremely pleased with the image quality, though do keep in mind that your results will surely differ. Nonetheless, the images were stellar. Additionally, I did a quick movie test by filming a quick one minute video. For my test, I left everything at default but changed the codec to 4K XAVC S and set the quality to 24p/100M. In addition, the audio was automatically recorded in uncompressed PCM at 48 KHz/16 Bit. Furthermore, I used the same Sony SD card from before as it has the V90 certification for video recording. During the test, I captured different speeds of motion while moving the camera throughout our house. Connectively, I occasionally picked an object to zoom in on for a few seconds then zoomed out. I was extremely impressed with the stabilization the 6100 showed. Additionally, I did not see any lag or skipped frames while recording. Also, during recording you will see two bars on your display for each audio channel. I was quite impressed that the integrated microphone was quite responsive, as it was able to pick up audio from the next room. I am also relieved that the audio was recorded uncompressed, so every intricate sound is captured! I think for the most part everyone will be quite pleased. The recording was extremely smooth as well as video playback. Lastly, I want to mention that the memory card you use will make a big difference. It is absolutely imperative that you use the fastest card you can afford, preferably one with a V60 or V90 rating to provide you with that extra speed just in case. In addition, I want to caution that your results will likely differ than what I have listed here depending on your SD card and settings, but hopefully this can give you some idea on what to expect. In conclusion, the Sony 6100 is a fabulous camera that certainly deserves the attention from those who are looking to purchase a new digital camera. While the 6100 may receive criticism for being a cut down model of higher ones within the 6 series, I believe it can still be an attractive alternative especially if you are planning to purchase one of the bundles that includes additional lenses. Connectively, the 6100 uses the same exact sensor as the other models. In addition, I was extremely impressed with the 16-50mm and how smooth I was able to zoom in and out with ease. As for image quality, I was extremely impressed with the color as well as a plethora of settings that will allow you to take breathtaking photos. As for video, I was impressed with how flawless the recording was. Regardless of your experience in photography, or if you are seeking a new hobby, the 6100 has enough features that should please both enthusiasts and the average user. With that said, the 6100L bundle is a fairly competitive package that comes highly recommended.

Sony - Alpha 6100 Mirrorless Camera with E PZ 16-50mm Lens --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *****Review***** --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I would consider the Sony A6100 an entry to intermediate level mirrorless camera. When compared to its rivals, I would consider this the better value and superior in terms of image and video quality. The lightweight and compact design makes this camera perfect for traveling or “on-the-go”. With the A6100, you’re able to take stunning photos without being a photographer; 4K video without being a videographer which make this camera immensely versatile. While on paper most features do not seem much of an upgrade from the A6000, in-use I would consider this a long-awaited upgrade. The auto-focus feature is really where the A6100 outshines its predecessor. Also, this camera has external mic-input and a 180 degree flip screen which makes taking selfies easier and (youtube) vlogging possible. While I noticed little difference between the two when taking photos of static subjects, I found the A6100 to edge out on moving/action shots and definitely video. I also think the low-light images and video really delivers. The camera can also be used while charging (battery in unit) so there is virtually no down-time if you need to constantly capture photos or videos. To get down to the “cons”, depending on whom you ask, this will vary. I personally think the 16-50mm lens it comes with is…good enough…if you intend to use for quick and easy photos to capture those once in a lifetime memories. For intermediate level, I would highly recommend purchasing another lens kit or body only and invest in lenses. There’s also no in camera stabilization so you may want to opt for lenses with stabilization. I also find that moving the viewfinder a bit cumbersome. I find myself having to grip extra hard so I don’t accidentally drop the camera due to the rigidness. With the eyepiece cap on, the corner of the screen is obstructed which is not a deal breaker, a mild annoyance really. Overall, I think the A6100 is a well-rounded mirrorless camera for those who want a lightweight, compact, more than your standard point-and-shoot and doesn’t want the bulk, HEFTY price tag and maintenance of a DSLR. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *****Quick Features & Specs***** --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS lens provides versatility Perfect for everyday shots, including everything from gorgeous landscapes to exceptional close-ups. 24.2MP Exmor CMOS sensor delivers amazing detail and gorgeous enlargement The high pixel count lets you maintain high resolution even after cropping, trimming, and printing large-size images. ISO 100 - 32,000, expandable to 51,200 Enjoy crisp, clean images over a broad spectrum of lighting conditions, even capturing nice shots just before dawn and at dusk, when the available light is often beautiful but scarce. Never miss any shot with shooting speeds up to 11 fps (frames per second) Sony gives you the capability to capture action shots with breathtaking clarity. 425-point autofocus quickly tracks and locks onto your subject Fast Hybrid AF offers impressive autofocus performance with accurate results. Capture spectacular movies in 4K HD Records special moments owing to the good image quality and speed based on the technology developed for this camera. You can leave the hard work to it. Built-in Wi-Fi to instantly share your pictures Upload, e-mail, or text photos from your camera through your smartphone or tablet.* Your smart device can also act as a second monitor as well as remote control. Smart device not included. 3" LCD touch screen makes it simple to frame your shot The monitor tilts upward by 180° and downward by 74°, letting you more easily frame up your subject when shooting from low or high angles. BIONZ X™ image-processing engine delivers blazing speed and performance From shooting images and videos to playback and data transfer, this processor handles even demanding tasks effortlessly. Preview your shot before taking it with electronic viewfinder The bright, high-contrast viewfinder enables that you see the results before you shoot. Preflash TTL (Through-The-Lens) autoflash ensures proper illumination Precedes the main flash, allowing the camera to meter the available light, adjusting the illumination to obtain the correct exposure. White balance controls feature accurate, natural tones, regardless of lighting conditions Its settings include custom and automatic presets, such as incandescent, cloudy, flash, daylight, shade, fluorescent, underwater, color filter, and temperature. DRO (Dynamic Range Optimizer) sheds more light on your subject Improves results with backlit subjects, recovering details hidden in the shadows, for dramatically enhanced shots. Pop-up flash for proper illumination Boasts fill-flash, rear sync., slow sync., auto modes, flash off, red-eye reduction, wireless control, and high-speed sync. HDMI Type-D output makes HDTV hookup easy Simply 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, SDXC, SDHC, microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, and Memory Stick Micro cards. Memory cards not included. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *****What's in the box***** --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sony Alpha 6100 Mirrorless Camera E PZ 16-50mm lens Rechargeable battery (NP-FW50) Battery charger (AC-UUD12) Micro USB cable Shoulder strap with body and eyepiece cap Owner's manual

Over all, for the money, you can not get this level of video quality (not from a phone or a camcorder) from anything else. If your budget is under $1,000 this is the one I got and I wouldn't change my mind. I'm very happy with it. I use this camera mostly for video. I'm really happy with the focus speed for video and pictures. It does really great in low light. I also have a Canon DSLR with a 28m prime Cine lens. Shockingly this camera's video quality is better. What is so awesome is the Auto Focus. It's super fast and quiet. Great when you are recording a 3 year old running around. You can target focus your subject. But it's not a touch screen. It's very easy to navigate though. I don't do a lot of photography but the pictures I do take in high speed look good. Close ups, landscape, all look great. The controls are nice because it tells you on the screen what each setting does. You don't have to read a manual and memorize all the settings. So I got used to it pretty quick. You may need to get another lens for recording in really low light. The aperture (F-stop) goes down to around 3.5 and it goes up as you increase your zoom. If you zoom all the way out you lose depth of feel and get a wide angle looking shot. Which is what you want on a wide shot. As you zoom in to 28-35mm the aperture closes and it gets darker. But still it works very well for recording inside. I might get a prime lens for really low light, but honestly I haven't needed it yet. I'm really really impressed with the 16-50mm lens it comes with. It records great 4k at 24 frames per second. 1080p at 30 fps, It does not record in 1080p at 60 fps. It has a setting to record slow motion at 1080p at 120 fps. That's works really great! I recorded some video in the kitchen, at night, of my daughter in slow motion and it was really clear even in regular house lighting, It's very compact. record button is a little small but who cares. If you have BIG hands you may find it a little tight. I was worried about the screen because it doesn't flip out to the side. But it flips out quite a bit, I haven't had any issues. It also has the eye view finder if it's really bright outside. Sometimes people say, oh just get a good phone and it records the same. Maybe...maybe outside on a beautiful sunny day. Where this camera out performs is indoors for one. You can manually control your ISO (gain) and that's what makes indoor video look grainy. Phones automatically crank up that gain. With these cameras you can keep your ISO low and get more lights on your subject, or get a lens with a bigger aperture like F.1 I was on a budget and I think for under $1000 this is a GREAT mirrorless camera. For the price you will get outstanding video. I think it's worth the extra money over the a1000 for the 4K. If you want bigger files and want to do more color editing you'll get that with the a6400 but at that price maybe you'll want to go to the A7s. Unless you like the compact size of the a1000s. I bought this camera for video in low, it does that no problem. I also really needed fast autofocus (AF). It's fast! (Sony claims it's the fastest) It focuses in under a second. So I'm done with manual focus, finally (for the most part, you never know). Since it is less expensive it's not going to feel like the $1,500 body only models. It's a little compact, that could be good or bad. But it has all the little basics, like external mic input, light or mic shoe, little HDMI out. It does not have a headphone jack, but it does have sound monitoring bars. You can get around that with the type of microphone you use. You may want a gimbal for more dynamic recording. I don't think it has any crazy advanced stabilizer. I'm pretty good at holding a camera steady. Keep in mind, if you record in 4k unless you have a super premium SD card and higher end computer you should download the video off the card to watch it. That's not a flaw in the camera, that's because it's a massive video file. Though some cameras (much more expensive ones) may be able to process the 4K video to be watchable right off the camera. It's usually at 1080 though for review purposes. Hope all this helps. If you have a budget, get it. If you are willing to save money for a bigger purchase later. Get the next series up. But you'll be looking at around $2,500.

I was very reliant on using my phone to capture pictures of important life moments, but when I review the pictures they do not capture all the details like intended. I envied people with the hd pictures but many carried around a big camera with a hefty price tag. While doing research on the perfect camera I came across the Sony Alpha 6100. After reading all the listed features I questioned if that can all be true. So I decided to get the Alpha 6100 because it seems to fit my current needs and I can also upgrade it with accessories if I want to do more with the pictures I’m capturing. The Alpha 6100 camera that I received came packaged with a shoulder strap, lens protection, SELP1650 zoom lens, ac adaptor, rechargeable battery pack, memory card, micro USB cable, and eyepiece cushion. I charged the camera for 2 hours and I was ready to start taking pictures. I turned the dial to auto and the Sony Alpha 6100 did every adjustments to make my pictures look amazing with my limited skill of photography. When I went through all the options on the dial it gave a detail summary of what the functions do and showed a picture example of when to use it. I have the option to use the eyepiece or the digital display to view or take pictures. After recording videos and viewing them I fell more in love with this camera. The movies are true 4K but with that setting I’m not sure how much memory space it use. I downloaded the imaging edge mobile app and I have more features such as mobile control. I can set my camera and use my phone to capture the picture. I was able to transfer the pictures that I took on the Alpha 6100 easily to my smartphone or computer so I can share or do edits. What I like most is when I have the dial set on auto it detects the object that I’m shooting and indicates it on the display. It is usually accurate and makes taking pictures with the Alpha 6100 easier. This camera exceeded my expectations and though I’m not a professional photographer my pictures are incredible. I get compliments on the pictures I take now and the Alpha 6100 produce pictures at a professional level. I did not have a professional camera before the Sony Alpha 6100 but it definitely gave my brother’s C brand camera competition and outshines it in many categories. I would of love to have a carrying case included to protect this great camera from Sony. I also kept trying to take a picture while recording and I was unable to. I’m not sure if I’m missing a step but I’m guessing that’s not an available feature. Sony showed great innovation with the Alpha 6100 camera and I’m telling people how good it is at every chance I get. I included a picture with the auto setting that shows how the camera was able to make my selected target a focus.

I haven't really considered myself an advanced photographer, but an enthusiast steering away from SLR cameras and mainly using higher end, point and shoot or super zoom cameras. My old original Canon Digital SLR Rebel XT collected dust until recently, but after taking a look again at some of the photos I took with it, I decided to go for something modern and mirrorless. My most recent purchase has been a Canon PowerShot SX70 HS Superzoom, mainly for 4k video recording capability coupled with a powerful optical zoom. With the Sony a6100 APS-C, I tried to get the best of both worlds, a camera that could utilize a large sensor (24 megapixel) to take good photos and video. The Sony a6100 is a fairly compact (for its type) camera, since you have the flexibility of using other APS-C lenses it can increase the overall size of the camera. However with the lens supplied in this kit (a small 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 power zoom lens) you are able to take great photos and high quality 4k video, with the ability to purchase more capable lenses. I was especially impressed with the depth of the images which it was able to take, the quality of the image sensor also comes through in the high bit rate 4k video it takes. The camera body has an electronic viewfinder as well as a 3 inch flat panel LCD touchscreen which can be adjusted to a few different angles and allow you to take selfies if you want. The screen is not fully articulating like other cameras, but it is an improvement over fixed screens on the older models in this camera line. The camera is easy to grip and this comes in handy to help hold it steady as the camera body does not have any built in image stabilization, you have to purchase a lens with that capability (the kit lens provide has this capability). The camera has features usually found in any digital SLR and the Sony a6100 excels in many areas including one of best autofocus capabilities in any camera I ever owned. It focuses super quick, has real time tracking which can keep objects, faces and eyes in focus, this capability also works well when taking video. The LCD touchscreen can also be used to tap and focus on your subject, however no other functions are really touch controlled. Sony's menu system is a bit convoluted, but you can customize the function menu with shortcuts for settings which are buried deep in the menu system. It also has a dedicated movie button and a two custom setting buttons. The camera also has WiFi connectivity which is pretty standard these days for transferring photos and video to you smartphone, there is also some remote control capabilities including live view in the smartphone app. There is also a external microphone jack next to USB & HDMI ports and a compact battery which you can get around 400+ shots out of a charge, you can charge the battery through the USB port which really comes in handy, although no external charger is provider. Pros: - Large 24 megapixel sensor - Mirrorless - Great autofocus system - High quality JPEG files with RAW image capabilities - Low light performance Cons: - Supplied kit lens is mediocre but more than usable - Not weather resistant, plastic body - Convoluted menu system, although customizable menu and function menu compensate for this. - no external battery charger included

This is our first professional camera. We mainly use it for vlogging videos and sometimes photos. What we like about the camera is that has a great quality video, good stabilization with the tripod, it is compact and the swivel screen makes it easier to handle it. It is easy to find attachments and/or accessories.

Everything works perfectly! Great quality and performance. The setup was super easy and the design feels very premium. Totally worth the price!