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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1229 reviews

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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95%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers often highlight the Alpha a5100's excellent camera quality and ease of use, along with its compact size and convenient flip screen. Many appreciate its lightweight design and the inclusion of WiFi capabilities. However, some users mention concerns about battery life and occasional overheating, particularly during extended video recording. A few also comment on the price point and low-light image quality.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great camera! Highly recommend. Easy to handle. No fuse or confusion

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great beginners camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased for my granddaughters graduation. She loves it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Cam

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s a good simple camera good for a beginner and casual user

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing camera !!!!!!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Literally the perfect on the go camera for a quick picture of for vlogging!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent small compact photo/video camera

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Super fast and responsive camera. Shoots great pictures

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    First use of a mirrorless camera. Takes beautiful pictures. Purchased for my 14 year old who has enjoyed it very much.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    love it!

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    compact and great for on the go blogging i love how easy it is

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera for beginner vloggers.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Sony A5100 takes really great oictures and videos.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Worth it. I use it everyday video my first blog and had a blast usungvit

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sharp

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Focus is sharp. Great travel cam. Mirrorless feature is excellent!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had a Nikon 5100 before before the ease of use is so much easier than our Nikon.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great camera for the prize, semipro highly recommended

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    good product for the price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    it is small and nice, works great..i bought it more for amateur use, so dont know if it is suitable for professional use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great small camera.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect for quickie shots and it fits in my pocket.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Camera

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great for an in between of a dslr and a point and shoot camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this camera, takes amazing pictures and the lens is great

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great fast paced camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Takes clear beautiful pictures, fast action it gets to the point and shoots.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    First experience with a mirror-less camera. Takes great pictures.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s such a great camera takes really good pictures!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This camera is excellent for novice or professional photographers.

    I would recommend this to a friend