Sony α6000 (Kit) Black

MPN: ILCE6000L/B  |  EAN: 4905524974362  |  Model: α6000 + 16 - 50mm

Price Information

$548.00

as at 25 Sep 19 | 12:43 AM CET

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Choosist's Ratings

Sony α6000 (Kit) Black - ILCE6000L/B Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Mirrorless Camera
Very Good
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Advanced Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Travel
Outstanding
Wildlife Photography
Outstanding
Landscape Photography
Outstanding
Astronomy Photography
Very Good
Event Videos
Just Right
High FPS Videos
Outstanding
Everyday Life Photography
Outstanding
Home Videos
Outstanding
Events Photography
Outstanding
Film Making
Just Right
Sports Photography
Outstanding
Underwater Photography
Outstanding
WiFi Connectivity
Outstanding
Professional Looks
Outstanding
Regular Looks
Outstanding
Camera Body with Lens
Outstanding
Bluetooth Connectivity
Outstanding

Kind of Camera

By picking a Mirror-less camera, you'll be getting yourself a device that matches the capability of a DSLR while sporting a slightly smaller form factor. This is due the absence of the mirror and prism that drives the optical viewfinder of a typical DSLR.

Photography Skillset

Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Sony α6000 + 16 - 50mm camera would suit you adequately.

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the α6000 + 16 - 50mm is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 179  "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

To get your photos to the quality and spec that your high standards require, your camera should provide you with sufficient controls and tools to achieve this. One example is the range of Auto Focusing Modes that is available on the camera and the α6000 + 16 - 50mm does have a good set of options that caters for photographers with high skill levels.

Video skill level

Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Sony device is a very good option!

Other Video needs

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60 FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Video Scenarios

For those special occasions, this Sony camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. 

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Sony α6000 + 16 - 50mm is a great companion to have.

Shooting your next scene - This camera has a sensor size of 23.5 x 15.6 mm mm which plays a large roles in handling various lighting scenarios.

Photo Scenarios

In taking those celestial photographs, the image sensor size a key component which measures at 23.5 x 15.6 mm (mm) for this particular camera model. You'll also want to shoot using the RAW file format to maximise the details you capture. Good news is, this camera supports that format!

There are times when you just want to take simple but great photos of things around you without bothering too much about camera settings. For that purpose, the α6000 + 16 - 50mm is a really good choice. 

Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the α6000 + 16 - 50mm.

The thrilling action of sports is filled with magical moments that shouldn't be missed. Which is why by taking the α6000 + 16 - 50mm for those games, you'll have a camera that can effectively track subjects in frame while they are in motion.

Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Sony, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater.

Whether on holiday or exploring new places, this camera from Sony is a great choice. Taking photos of what's around you - near and far - with the α6000 + 16 - 50mm is a breeze.

When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs.

Composing photographs of landscapes is subject to the lighting conditions that you're faced with. The 23.5 x 15.6 mm(mm) Image Sensor Size on this model play a big role in this. Also, the Sony α6000 + 16 - 50mm has a variety of scene modes which can be selected to suit the shot you're preparing to take.

Other considerations

Transferring your shots from your camera to another device is made even more convenient with the in-built Wi-FI capability of this camera.

Style

This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look.

When you're more concerned about what your camera does than how it looks, the α6000 + 16 - 50mm is a safe bet.

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Technical Specifications

Sony α6000 (Kit) Black - ILCE6000L/B Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type MILC
Product Colour Black
Camera
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Aperture Range (F-F) 3.5-5.6
Brightness Adjustment Yes
Camera File System DCF 2.0, Exif 2.3, RAW
Image Formats Supported JPEG, RAW
Photo Effects 1
Saturation Adjustment Yes
Scene Modes Night portrait, Portrait, Sunset, Landscape (scenery)
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 10 s
Tripod Mounting Supported Yes
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Exposure Correction ±3EV (1/2; 1/3 EV step)
Flash Modes Auto, Fill-in, Flash off, Flash on, Pre-flash, Slave
Flash Sync-speed 1/160 s
Pre-flash Yes
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Assist Beam Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Lock Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 179
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Continuous Auto Focus, Contrast Detection Auto Focus, Face detection, Single Auto Focus
Manual Focus Yes
Normal Focusing Range 0.3 - 3 m
Smile Detection Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
ISO Sensitivity 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 51200
ISO Sensitivity (max) 25600
ISO Sensitivity (min) 100
Light Exposure Control Program AE
Light Exposure Correction ±5EV (1/2; 1/3 EV step)
Light Exposure Modes Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
Light Metering Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Matrix
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/4000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 30 s
Video
Camcorder Media Type SD, SDHC, SDXC
HD Type Full HD
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Video Formats Supported AVCHD, H.264, MP4, MPEG4
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640 x 480, 1440 x 1080, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Audio System Stereo
Built-in Microphone Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Wind Filter Yes
Lens System
Digital Zoom 4 x
Focal Length Range (f-f) 16 - 50 mm
Interchangeable Lens Present 1
Lens Mount Interface Sony E
Lens Structure (elements/groups) 9/8
Maximum Aperture Number 36
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 75 mm
Minimum Aperture Number 3.5
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 24 mm
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards MS PRO, MS Pro-HG, MS Pro-HG Duo HX, RS-MMC, SD, SDIO
Display
Display TFT
Display Diagonal 3 "
Display Resolution (numeric) 921600 pixels
Field Of View 100 %
Vari-angle LCD Display Yes
Viewfinder
Diopter Adjustment (D-D) -4 to +3
Diopter Correction Yes
Electronic Viewfinder Yes
Magnification 1.07 x
Viewfinder Type Electronic
Sensor
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 23.5 x 15.6 mm
Megapixel 24.3 MP
Sensor Format Cropped
Sensor Type CMOS
Total Megapixels 24.7 MP
Technical Details
Image Processor BIONZ X
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Connector Type Micro
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 Type-A Ports Quantity 1
USB Version 2.0
Battery
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) 360 shots
Battery Life (max) 1.5 h
Battery Type NP-FW50
Number Of Batteries Supported 1
Power Source Type Battery
Networking
Near Field Communication (NFC) Yes
Wi-Fi Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 45.1 mm
Height 66.9 mm
Weight 285 g
Weight (including Battery) 344 g
Width 120 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 6000 x 40006000 x 33764240 x 28324240 x 24003008 x 20003008 x 1688