The Mirror-less Camera is a very good option for taking those shots with a professional flair. The ability to change lenses and tweak a variety of photo settings can be quite powerful.
Point and shoot - If you're not quite the expert yet or you're just getting started in the world of photography, the Sony a6500 will satisfy your needs.
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the a6500 is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 425 "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 a6500 does have a good set of options that caters for photographers with high skill levels.
Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Sony device is a very good option!
Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The a6500 is very accessible which makes it suitable for this.
Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Sony provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this.
Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. While the camera is rolling it has a handy Image stabilization feature built-in.
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 a6500 is a great companion to have.
For your Video posts - This camera comes with an image stabilizer which reduces any wobbling in your recordings. In addition, the size of the image sensor (23.5 x 15.6 mm mm), helps with the actual quality of the recorded image. It also packs in Wi-Fi in this neat package.
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.
Ultra High Definition - you'll be able to capture immersive and highly detailed footage with this camera's 4K capability.
If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60FPS at 1080p resolutions.
Low light recording can be tricky, however this camera has got what it takes to help you through that. This is because its minimum aperture number combined with it's maximum ISO sensitivity can produce crispy images with minimal noise.
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 a6500 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 a6500.
As lots of sports happen at night or in-doors, the image sensor size plays an important role in image quality during low light conditions. In addition to its 23.5 x 15.6 mm(mm) sensor size, the Sony a6500, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.
Taking photos while underwater is a lot of fun. You'll be able to bathe the subject of your photograph with the colours and hues only found when taking shots in an aquatic environment.
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 a6500 is a breeze.
From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 23.5 x 15.6 mm (mm) that comes with this model works well for this scenario. It comes with a Continuous Shooting Mode allowing you to take successive shots rapidly.
If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Sony has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot.
With this model, you no longer need to worry about carrying cables for data transfer all the time as it comes with Wi-FI.
Boasting clean lines and premium looks, the a6500 showcases your refined taste in mobile cameras. Guaranteed to make your friends green with envy.
When you're more concerned about what your camera does than how it looks, the a6500 is a safe bet.
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Specification | Description |
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Design | |
Operating Temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °F |
Product Colour | Black |
Camera | |
Brightness Adjustment | Yes |
Eye Relief | 23 mm |
Image Formats Supported | JPEG, RAW |
Multi-shot | Yes |
Photo Effects | 1 |
Saturation Adjustment | Yes |
Scene Modes | Night, Night landscape, Sunset, Landscape (scenery) |
Scene Modes Present | Yes |
Self-timer Delay | 2, 5, 10 s |
Shooting Modes | Aperture priority, Auto, Manual, Movie, Scene, Shutter priority |
White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Fluorescent L, Incandescent, Shade, Underwater |
Flash | |
Built-in Flash | Yes |
External Flash Connector | Yes |
Flash Exposure Compensation | Yes |
Flash Exposure Correction | ±3EV (1/2; 1/3 EV step) |
Flash Guide Number | 6 m |
Flash Metering Modes | Wireless triggering |
Flash Modes | Auto, Fill-in, Flash off, Flash on, Hi-speed sync, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization |
Flash Recharging Time | 4 s |
Shoe Mounting Point | Yes |
Focusing | |
Auto Focus | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Lock | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Points | 425 |
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection | 1 |
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | AI Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, One Shot Focus |
Face Detection | Yes |
Focus | TTL |
Focus Adjustment | Auto/Manual |
Manual Focus | Yes |
Smile Detection | Yes |
Tracking Focus | 1 |
Light Exposure | |
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock | Yes |
ISO Sensitivity | 100, 51200 |
ISO Sensitivity (max) | 51200 |
ISO Sensitivity (min) | 100 |
Light Exposure Control | Program AE |
Light Exposure Correction | ± 5EV (1/2EV; 1/3EV step) |
Light Exposure Modes | Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE |
Light Metering | Highlight-weighted, Spot |
Manual Exposure | Yes |
Shutter | |
Camera Shutter Type | Electronic |
Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes |
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed | 1/4000 s |
Shutter Priority AE | Yes |
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed | 30 s |
Video | |
4K Video Capable | Yes |
Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
HD Type | 4K Ultra HD |
Live stream capable | 1 |
Max FPS @4K | 30 |
Maximum Video Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
Motion JPEG Frame Rate | 30 fps |
Resolution At Capture Speed | 1920x1080@120fps, 1920x1080@24fps, 1920x1080@30fps, 1920x1080@60fps, 3840x2160@24fps, 3840x2160@30fps |
Supported Aspect Ratios | 3:2, 16:9 |
Video Formats Supported | H.264, MP4, MPEG4 |
Video Recording | Yes |
Video Resolutions | 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080, 3840 x 2160 pixels |
Audio | |
Audio Formats Supported | AAC LC, AC3, LPCM |
Audio System | Mono |
Built-in Microphone | Yes |
Built-in Speaker(s) | Yes |
Microphone In | Yes |
Voice Recording | Yes |
Lens System | |
Digital Zoom | 8 x |
Extra/Smart Zoom | 2 x |
Lens Mount Interface | Sony E |
Mounting Type | Bayonet |
Storage | |
Compatible Memory Cards | MS Micro (M2), MS PRO Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo, MicroSD (TransFlash), MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Display | |
Display | LCD |
Display Diagonal | 2.95 " |
Display Resolution (numeric) | 921600 pixels |
Field Of View | 100 % |
Live View | Yes |
Touchscreen | Yes |
Vari-angle LCD Display | Yes |
Viewfinder | |
Diopter Adjustment (D-D) | -4 - 3 |
Diopter Correction | Yes |
Electronic Viewfinder | Yes |
Magnification | 1.07 x |
Viewfinder Screen Size | 0.39 " |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
Sensor | |
Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 23.5 x 15.6 mm |
Megapixel | 24.2 MP |
Sensor Format | Cropped |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Total Megapixels | 25 MP |
Other Features | |
Stabilizer | Yes |
Ports & Interfaces | |
DC-in Jack | Yes |
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity | 1 |
HDMI Connector Type | Micro |
HDMI Ports Quantity | Yes |
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity | 1 |
USB Connector | Micro-USB |
Battery | |
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) | 350 shots |
Battery Technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
Battery Type | NP-FW50 |
Number Of Batteries Supported | 1 |
Power Source Type | Battery |
Video Recording Time | 105 min |
Networking | |
Bluetooth | Yes |
Bluetooth Version | 4.1 |
Near Field Communication (NFC) | Yes |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
Wi-Fi Standards | b/g/n |
Packaging Content | |
AC Adapter Included | Yes |
Batteries Included | Yes |
Cables Included | USB |
Carrying Case | Yes |
Hand Strap | Yes |
Lens Cap Included | Yes |
Certificates | |
Certification | CE |
Weight & Dimensions | |
Depth | 53.3 mm |
Height | 66.9 mm |
Weight | 453 g |
Weight (including Battery) | 453 g |
Width | 120 mm |
Picture Quality | |
Maximum Image Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Still Image Resolution(s) | L: 6000 x 4000 (24M), M: 4240 x 2832 (12M), S: 3008 x 2000 (6.0M)L: 6000 x 3376 (20 M), M: 4240 x 2400 (10 M), S: 3008 x 1688 (5.1 M) |
Memory | |
Memory Slots | 1 |