Product Reviews

I've been using Nikon and Canon for over 2 years. I bought this two days ago and it already has impressed me more than the other two brands combined. Beautiful photos, easy to use, charges relatively fast, and the graphite color is just awesome!

Bought a few weeks ago and has not disappointed even with kit lens,when funds become available will upgrade to a 50mm and 55-200mm,ideal size for travels.

I bought this camera recently as I didn't want to lug all of my Canon kit around any more. I couldn't be more pleased, the camera has all the features of my Canon 70D and then some. It is also much lighter and easier to manipulate. The viewfinder took a little while to get used to after the Canon as you are looking at an OLED screen rather than the TTL optic, but i soon became used to that. The controls are not only intuitive but also settings are easily changed on the fly. Most importantly, the images are perfect. After years of using Canon equipment it was a nervous change but I am delighted with my decision. In my opinion the images are equal to that of my Canon equipment and the use and handling of the camera is better that my (now) ex Canon.

I bought this at the airport and was amazed with the ease and quality of picturd

I have had my new Sony a6000 for about a week and I am over the moon. I wanted to up my game from a Point and Shoot, did a ton of investigating for the best camera for my money (I don't have a lot, so this was a big deal), and it all landed me with this camera. Delighted. I am SO excited to learn, learn, learn, practice, practice, practice, on taking photos with this gem.

This camera is great value for money. I wanted a small but powerful camera to take travelling with me and this fits the bill perfectly. Nice and lightweight but function and image quality are on par with my DSLR. Basic functions (ISO, aperture, shutter speed, white balance etc) are very easy to navigate and extensive adjustments and personalisations can be made through the many menu options. Good in low light/on long exposure. Only downside would be battery life - it drains relatively quickly (especially when wifi options are on) so would definitely recommend getting another battery. Suggest using this with a 64GB SD card as this size (for some reason) unlocks additionally video file type options.

OK FOR SHOOTING SPORT WITH LIGHT ARE. SO I WISH ONE ALPHA 7, WHICH USE FULLFRAME SENSOR

I bought this a few week ago and struggle to put it down. Lots of functions which is a postive but easy to get lost so make sure you have you use YouTube there are great begineers tutorials or grab a book.

Brilliant and easy to use, I love hove it is smaller than a dslr but better

I can't begin to count the number of photos i have taken with this camera, thousands I know.

Excellent camera, really like the design as it is a lot more comfortable than Nikon or Canon I've used. As for performance, I still pretty much learn about advance photography so it is a bit too soon to judge, previously I've used DSC-HX9V which is a Great little camera and which could have been used to all sorts of photos but because it struggled in low light I had to upgrade to A6000 which was a good move. Also I'm really happy that I can shoot photos in 16:9 format as mainly I use them to make videos later and the whole composition may stay as is without having to crop it. As for lenses, I've only used the standard one (from Sony) and experimenting with old lenses used with adaptor for as they are much cheaper and I'd rather find out what I need first before splashing a lot of cash, so really appreciate being able to mount all sorts of other lenses.

Purchased for my son as a runner up prize ,for his recent art work in a local school competition. He uses a Nikon for his class work (school supplied) and from the day he got the Sony he has pestered me to allow him to take it to school with him. The only thing he is not happy with about the camera is he has an issue trying to use his phone(sony xperia) as a remote control for camera. I thought this was a strong selling point and would of thought the N.F.C. technology would enable an easy solution? Am also a little disappointed with the apps as they are all an additional expense and I thought they would be inclusive. Quality of the camera build is excellent and we look forward to many years of photographic joys.

I had to make a decision on downsizing my cameras, Cameras + All accessories, the weight I was carrying around did not make photography a pleasure any more as I am a very active 68 year old who enjoys Travel & walking Photography. Around one month ago, I made the break, and bought The Sony A6000 + 16 - 50 & 55 - 210 lenses. - Last Friday (04/May - 2018) - I was out with a good friend of mine, and we both used our Sony A6000 Cameras. making sure our custom menu was set to our liking, and together we put our A6000 cameras through some great photographic moments on the Northumberland Coast. I Must Say, I Thought "WOW" I Love This Camera, The Handling & Feel Of It Was Just Right. And The Images Were 100% +++ = "Hello Sony A6000" - I Love It.

I bought the Sony as an alternative to my fairly heavy DSLR for foreign travel. I was also taken by the fact that I could use my old Canon fd lenses (with an adapter), as these are light and fast. It has been a revelation. The camera is brilliant and the picture quality, with all lenses, is excellent. The only criticism would be the lack of a separate charger and rear lens cover. However, these are minor issues given quality of the camera for an amazing price.

Essentially for amateur use, oriented to some familiar events and vacation photography, it's a low weight camera for a good price, and with an astounding image quality.

After my SLR kit was destroyed in an accident I decided to replace it with this and two lenses, stereo mic and flash unit. In the past I had preferred an optical viewfinder but the advantage of this is that the viewfinder image remains bright in darker conditions. The F1.8 50mm prime lens is an essential addition. However the constant robot testing every time I log on is just irritating I know security is important but if you are that keen then find another way. Also don't like the persistent attempts to get me to sign up for all your marketing annoyances. So product is great web site is very annoying surely Sony can do better than this.

It is the best for beginners, you can do wharever you want

good camera excellent and I very like it for taking the image

I have owned many DSLRS including Canon 1DS mk2, Nikon D300, Nikon D7100 and I can say without a doubt this camera is way more usable, gives better image quality, has way more dynamic range, focuses faster and with more accuracy and finally is small enough to take everywhere with you MOST IMPORTANTLY!!!! I for one will never buy a DSLR camera again !

Received as a gift ( of course because i wanted it ) a cpl weeks ago. so far love this camera , has features you wont find on cameras at twice the cost. i would highly recommend to people with a little camera experience even though any can use it but someone with some photography experience could only truly appreciate this camera. great photos , video , customization set ups , wifi linking . I could go on for ever watch some YouTube Videos and you too will be running out to get one! over all great camera

Wanted a light compact camera to return to photography after losing interest carrying bulky SLR equipment

This is the second A6000 I’ve bought I sold the first one and regretted it so I bought a second one the only negative thing is although the camera is excellent to get the best and be able to use all focus points unfortunately you will have to purchase a lens to match the sensor quality and they are very expensive.

I have been using this camera for about 2 years. I’m very happy with the results etc etc. 12 months ago the standard selp1650 lense stopped working until I had to replace it at my own cost. Today whilst on holiday in Malta the second lense i bought has developed the exact same issue and there isn’t even a Sony supplier here to buy a third lense. However I now have to decide do i continue buying lenses from Sony that really don’t last very long or sell the camera and switch back to cannon (my 450d from 10 years ago is still in fully working order)

I brought this camera 3 days ago.I like its light wight design its greatly fit for travailing. Photos and videos are amazing. Thanks for Sony.

I bought this a couple of weeks ago as an amateur and still learning all of the features.

1. Great picture quality 2. Easy to use 3. Easy to carry

Sony sent me an invitation to review this camera within days of purchase so my review is based entirely on initial impression, please bear this in mind. I have found that the camera eats batteries and I am busy turning off all the unnecessary power hungry settings in the hope that this will extend usage time. For example just leaving it turned off overnight from a full 100% charge resulted in a 5% battery drain, and then shooting just 20 .jpegs and fiddling with the settings took the battery down to 35% within a couple of hours, and then I had to put the camera back onto charge by mid afternoon. As the battery is charged in camera and takes about 5 hours to complete, that was it for the day. All in all I'm not impressed and fearful of being able to use this camera as my 'walk about' unit as it'll be as dead as a Dodo most of the time. Hopefully turning off the resource demanding settings will improve this situation, but I have not used the video function yet and I think I may just use this camera for still photos in the hope of getting some use out of it. If I could take it back for a refund I would.

Have had this camera now for almost a month as a second camera when I don’t want the hassle of a heavy pro camera and lens. The image quality has been a nice surprise in that it copes really well with most situations and even with a high ISO there is not to much noise being introduced. So happy with the kit am now looking at adding a new lens to the Sony kit

Needed a compact decent camera for safari, good compromise of features, cost, size. Some fiddly buttons, software antiintuitive at times. Tricky to link with mobile and computer wirelessly. Computer software tideous to install, verify umpteen times and still not working smoothly on Mac.

I bought this item two weeks ago and on my recent trip i took few pictures, it's wonderful !!!!. I Like Sony electronic products very much because of their quality and finishing.

After much deliberation, I chose the Sony A6000 & 16-50 kit lens, and I am not disappointed. The image quality is exceptional and it has all the features I need. Read a lot of bad press about the kit lens before I bought it, and I must say I am very impressed with it; I'm glad I didn't listen to the hype.

Great camera overall. Just missing a 3.5jack for mic but no big deal

Good product poor web page unable to access play memories

I have changed to Sony after 30 years with Canon. I like the Sony for focus features and resolution but the battery life is very disappointing and the viewfinder activates the zoom this is annoying however I am very pleased with the results and have even bought anther one for my wife. I like the WiFi link to the app - I hope Sony stay in touch with me on any upgrades or deals to upgrade .Its a big leap when you leave Canon after so long I do hope Sony keeps up.

Bought this as what I thought would be my second camera after my DSLR, big mistake, so easy to take around with all the features required

Wanted to improve my photography and have took a few practice shots. I was impressed with the results. Look forward to getting round all the different options and functions it has. Probably take a while to get used to it as I have only been used to a point and shoot. I am hoping to learn and improve as I go along. I know I have made the right decision as I know Sony is a good product.

Bought this camera 2 weeks ago, and I'm seriously impressed. It was originally brought out by Sony in 2014, and yet in 2018, it's still one of the best mirrorless/interchangeable lense cameras on the market! The only downside is the price of the E-Mount lenses - I couldn't find a lense for under half the price for the camera! Overall though, good picture quality, and a really nice compact camera for chucking into your bag on a weekend away!

Bought this camera to replace a larger DSLR. Just as good quality images and a lot lighter to carry around. And changeable lenses!

Numerous features that will take me some time to learn their use. Would have been 5 star if it had a manual non electronic viewfinder or even the option to fit a manual viewfinder to the hot show for use in bright outdoor light

I’ve had this camera for 18 months and it’s one of the better interchangeable lens cameras on the market. It’s a little outdated when compared to some of Sony’s new cameras, but honestly the quality is still there, and with a low price tag it’s pretty great. The only issues I have with this camera is the lack of a touchscreen and the screen tilt being the only two big issues for me. It would be ideal if you could turn off the viewfinder with a switch on the body to save battery life but it’s a good quality camera.

Only had it for 2 weeks but very impressed. Replaced a Sony A490 DSLR. VEry happy with fast focus, small size, sensor and features.

I AM SO HAPPY TO HAVE THIS CAMERA.... GREAT CAMERA FOR A GREAT PRICE

Having used 6x6 roll film, 35mm and mobile phone cameras for my photography this is by far the best piece of kit I have ever owned. The small form factor and ability to change lenses is a huge plus. It is so versatile, easy to use and the quality of the images it produces are outstanding! The ultra fast focus is just amazing. The only down side is the battery life. Make sure you carry spares. I would unreseverdly recommend this camera which is a joy to own.

I have had the camera 3 weeks but I have been unable to give it a full trial as after 10 days it fell into a river along with me and has sent much of the time hopefully being repaired back at Sony. However at a party at our house I left the camera on the table and a number of people picked it up and took photos without the flash. when I looked at them I was exceedingly pleased with the results considering the dimness of the room. I cannot wait to put it fully to the test

I am a novice when it comes to cameras however I found it extremely easy to use. It has many pre set features which I love to use. I’ve found that some of the features are so advanced that my iPhone can not access it, which is a little frustrating however that’s apples issue! I’m having so much fun using it, I brought it for my honeymoon and holidays and it’s perfect for that use. I would recommend it to anyone.

The product is amazing. Good video quality, and NFC/WIFI are very convenient. Only con is battery life goes quickly especially when recording videos.

I have owned this camera now for a few weeks, seems complicated at first , but you will soon get to grips with it . There is plenty of online information available.

I bought this camera mainly for travelling, wanted a light fully functioning DSLR.

I was given this as a birthday present and have used it non stop for the last two weeks, the picture quality is excellent. The view on the screen is super.... Lenses are easy to change and with the memory card added I gave found it almost impossible to run out of space

bought this camera so I could take better pictures of my family and this it really didn't disappoint! the picture quality is amazing and it's really easy to use

Great camera, especially ability to download software. Movie button difficult to find.

Got camera few months back... So was not sure is it better than my pentax k30? I had mixed feelings about it at first. Until i realised that my monitor on 1080p crippling photos for some reason. When zoomed in to 100% it was like pixels missing. So I installed different foto software got my pc connected to 4k teli and guess what.... Photos was much superior to previous camera. And same photos had much detail. Im happy with it. And dont get fooled by your screen and standard windows software.

I have only had the camera for a short time and it takes a bit of getting use to. I bought it to as a second camera to my Nikon D7000, because of its size for travelling in Asia, the Nikon and accessories being a bit bulky. I will be putting it through its paces, and have watched the online Sony tutorial to help navigate the camera's menu and features! I am pleasantly surprised by its design especially, the rear viewing screen which can be angled away from the camera body for ease of viewing, which shuts off when you use the view finder for sharper focusing.

This camera and lenses shout quality with well thought out design. I am pleased that Sony took note of comments from users of the previous model (NEX7) by re-installing the mode dial and relocating the video button. This camera does everything that I require. I can’t speak for others though.

I just picked this up, I was looking at a D5300 for a few months and price watching, stumbled upon this and it’s TWICE as good! Better features and MIRRORLESS!

I bought the camera the month it was out in India. Actually I waited a few months for it. Since 2013 I have been using this, and only this camera for all my work. I have had three exhibitions of my images, all shot on q6000. I love the size, the speed, the reliability and the ease the a6000 offers. Just a two months ago I have switched to a6300 as I have started to use video a lot.

So far the A6000 is good. I'm still learning how to use it and learn about all the settings. I list below what i think. 1. It is a good size. I could do with a slightly bigger body for my hands like the A7ii but for the price the A6000 is way more affordable and has awesome quality images. 2. It is packed with different settings. I'm still learning them all. 3. The interchangeable lens ability is great for such a compact camera and really gives it an edge over others of the same size. 4. The digital viewfinder is OK. I still prefer one that is in the centre of the body like a standard DSLR or A7ii rather than set to one side. But to have the choice of using viewfinder or screen is a bonus. 5. The flip out screen is OK but practically, it is not as good as one that flips out to the side. But it does help in getting low shots without having to kneel on the ground. Sony really needs to incorporate a side flipping one. 6. The resolution of the screen is OK. Can't really see much in the bright day light though so could be brighter. 7. The built in microphone is surprisingly good considering it is rated by others as a week point. It recorded outside on a really windy day with the minimum of wind noise captured. I don't have an external mic for it yet, but I know you can get one that attaches to the flash hot shoe. The A6000 really could of been built with a dedicated external microphone input of its own though instead of using the hot shoe. But considering it's price point it is still awesome value without this feature. 8. The battery life on the new battery is very good. Lasts a decent few hours of continuous videoing ability. 9. Uploading to laptop is easy using Sony PlayMemories Editor. 10. I highly recommend the A6000 in terms of its quality of images and video and the features it has plus a great size for travelling. With the ability to use different lens makes it really versatile. 11. The one real annoying aspect of the camera is the positioning of the video record button. Totally in the wrong place and very difficult to use without deliberately locating it and double checking on the screen that it is actually recording. 12. Overall, an outstanding little camera for the price point. And a great entry level piece of kit for getting started in photography or videography. I would buy it again if I had to.