Sony Alpha A6100 Mirrorless Camera with 16-50mm Zoom Lens, Black (ILCE6100L/B)

I've only had this camera for three days, but there's a lot I like about it so far. The a6100 came with a 16-megapixel camera. I bought a 50mm kit lens as well as a Sigma 30/f1 lens. 4 lens. br>I still have a lot to learn, but the number of features and customization options available so far has impressed me. For several reasons, I chose this model:
- I was able to fit it into my budget (barely)br>- Autofocus system that is excellentbr>- External microphone jackbr>- Because the battery in the camera can charge, I can use external battery packs as needed. br>- br>- Size is very manageable. Because the Alpha series is so popular, there are a plethora of online tutorials and guides for using it. br>- Why only four stars? Because it has Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity. br>br>So, why only four stars? In a nutshell, the Imaging Edge Mobile app for the iPhone is a huge pain. Sony produces excellent hardware, but when it comes to software and apps, they fall flat on their faces. Imaging Edge Mobile is a textbook example of Sony's inability to design an app with the user in mind. Hardware engineers, not UI/UX designers, clearly designed this. Which would be fine if the app actually did what it was supposed to do. The WiFi setup for transferring photos is extremely confusing and poorly documented, but it does work. The geo-location Bluetooth connection Using my iPhone XR as the source of location information for tagging photos is a complete failure. I can pair the a6100 camera with my phone once, and it works for a while, but the next time I use it, the app loses the Bluetooth connection and is unable to reconnect; no amount of fiddling with the app or camera settings appears to help. My only choice is to delete the app and reinstall it. Install the app and begin the setup process all over again. Now I have to come up with a new way to geo-locate myself. Because the Sony Imaging Edge Mobile app hasn't done its job, I'm going to have to tag my photos. As a result, the a6100's first Amazon review is somewhat critical. This is a 5-star rating in my opinion. a 1-megapixel camera with a star mobile app with a star If geo- You're in for a treat with this camera if tagging and mobile apps aren't your top priorities. However, if you want to geo-locate something, If you want to tag your photos, you'll have to look for another option.

Erick Wallace

| Feb 07, 2021

It gets too hot and turns off! This caused significant disruption to a video shoot I was working on, and it is now being returned.

Kyra Pollard

| Aug 26, 2021

I bought this as a replacement for my old a6000, and there are no words to describe the improvements in both UX and quality; the camera is nearly perfect (the only drawback is that it is not weather resistant). )br>I've included some examples of photographs taken with this camera and a 50mm f1 lens. 8br>In that price range, you couldn't ask for much more from a camera.

Aubrielle Morton

| Feb 22, 2021

I'm sure the camera is good, but there's only so much you can do with it without spending another $500. There is no such thing as a standard. NOTHING. You'll need a power cable, a USB cable, and a special Sony microphone. Don't think you'll be able to use a regular microphone, because you won't be able to! I tried four different options, three of which did not work, and one of which only recorded mono sound in one ear. NOPE, I had to buy a converter ring because the tripod thread was not standard. I attempted to transfer a flashcard from another camera, but it was not successful. Nope, I spent two hours trying to reformat the card so that the camera would recognize it. The specifications are inadequate. What does it mean when you say MULTI input? It means you'll have to spend hours poking around Sony's website, making phone calls, and purchasing specialized equipment that might or might not work. I'm going to return it, so stay away.

Cash Raymond

| Apr 06, 2021

The electronic viewfinder is a complete and utter waste of time. Look elsewhere if you want to save battery life or compose shots, and only buy this if you plan to chimp over the larger screen all the time. The Cannon M6 Mark ii, Sony A6400, or Fujifilm XT-100 are all good options. For a very small price difference, the 30 have better viewfinders. The auto- The focus is fantastic, and if you're just a casual photographer who'll stick with the kit lens, this is a great deal. The automobile, on the other hand, Most modern cameras have excellent focus, and I've had very few complaints about it. br>br> Sony has put a lot more effort into their full-frame cameras than they have with their APS-C cameras. C format. True, Sigma and others have tried to fill in the gaps in Sony's lens lineup, but you have to wonder if this company doesn't have a full line of APS-C lenses. C How do they deal with APS-related issues? For firmware, software, and camera bodies, do you use C cameras? Full frame appears to be their top priority. Keep in mind that you're investing in a lens system, and the camera body is designed to be updated as technology advances. If you own ten Sony lenses, you'll have a strong incentive to stick with them, so do yourself a favor and make sure the company you choose has a history of continuous development and improvement. br>br> I received this as a gift from a kind relative, and to be honest, I prefer Sony's JPEG color science. Having said that, I will not be keeping it because I am unable to live with the EVF. I recommend looking for what you need and want in a camera and then doing your research on which system will best meet those needs; I'm primarily a stills shooter, so image quality is important to me. As a result, I'll be switching to Fuji because I think the XT-100 is a better camera. With a large selection of affordable high-quality lenses and the XF18-55mm, 30 will better meet my needs. The best kit lens on the market is the 55mm. If you're primarily a videographer and can live with the A6100's viewfinder's limitations, this could be a good deal for you. However, for a small fee, you can upgrade to the A6400, which has a metal body, a much better EVF, and a few other features. br>br>Having said that, this is an excellent camera. With little to no user input, it produces excellent images from the camera. The menus are a little confusing at first, but once you get the hang of it, it's not too difficult to adapt. The A6100 is about $750 at the time of this review, which means it isn't trying to compete with the other cameras I mentioned above in terms of low light shooting. Fuji X-T1 and Fuji X-T2 are some of its main rivals. In fairness, neither the A7 nor the Cannon m200 have a viewfinder, so I can't dock it a star for that, and while I'd like to knock one off for the lens situation, it wouldn't do this camera justice. br>br> For a budget-conscious buyer, this is a great deal and easily 5 stars. The A6400 or A6600 are a better value proposition if you have a little extra cash and want to stick with the Sony system.

Drew Myers

| Apr 17, 2021

The reason for the three stars is that the Sony A6100 does not include any picture profiles, including Neutral, whereas my previous Sony A6000 did. I'm not sure why Sony removed this option. With a Firmware update, Sony should be able to improve this option. Overall, the Sony A6100 is an excellent 4K and 1080p video camera. Please return our photo profiles to us, Sony.

Marie Sparks

| Oct 08, 2021