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Sony - Alpha a5100 Mirrorless Camera with 16-50mm Retractable Lens - Black

Model:
ILCE5100L/B
SKU:
8428893
Highly rated by customers for:
Your price for this item is $549.99

Customer reviews

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.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • good camera if you make video

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

    I prefer this camera for video than the a6000 and the a6300 only because of the 180 degree rotating screen.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • GOOD CAMERA

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

    Good camera and good budget camera . missing 4k recording,but well made .

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great camera over all

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    I love this camera! The features on this camera are amazing I take it with me everywhere I go!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great camera

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

    JUST STARTED USING BUT I AM HAPPY WITH THE CAMERA. IT IS EASY TO OPERATE.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Easy fun camera!

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

    Ive been able to do my make up videos and Ive had fun with it too.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great camera for beginner

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    Really Easy to use, takes nice clear images . First camera for me and the wife

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good transaction

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

    Camera Takes Pictures alright. Sometimes it doesn't turn on and I have to remove the battery to get it to work.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Still learning

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    Salesman sold me on this camera so I am still excited about taking great pictures!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great Camera!

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    I bought this camera for my upcoming trip. Excited to use this. Perfect for traveling!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great for beginn6

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sony always puts out great products and this camera is no exception.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great beginner camera with room to grow.

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s a great entry level camera with room for growth.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great camera!

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

    In my search for a camera, one of the biggest things I wanted was great low light performance. With this camera you definitely get it and much more.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great Camera

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this camera for my daughters Washington trip and I love it!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Baby shower

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

    Purchased this as a gift for my son’s new baby girls. They are inlove with it.

    This review is from Sony - Alpha a5100 Mirrorless Camera with 16-50mm Retractable Lens - White

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Easy camera to operate

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

    The camera is light weight. I like how you can take a selfie with this camera. Picture look great.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Impeccable picture quality!

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

    Love it! I read that it heats up then turns off but I haven’t experienced that yet!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Returned it

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

    Simply because the softener couldn't be turned off. Could only turn it up or down and not off.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • My teen-ager love it!

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

    Our 16yr old daughter love this. A new hobby that is productive and artistic.

    This review is from Sony - Alpha a5100 Mirrorless Camera with 16-50mm Retractable Lens - White

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great camera

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

    I love it I do my long exposures with this camera it's soo dope follow me on ig @jtpvision

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great Camera

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    Great, lightweight camera. Very easy to use and takes great photos. I highly recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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