Sony α ILCE-6000

MPN: ILCE6000S.CEC  |  EAN: 4905524974294  |  Model: α ILCE-6000

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Sony α ILCE-6000 - ILCE6000S.CEC Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Mirrorless Camera
Very Good
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Very Good
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Events Photography
Outstanding
Film Making
Just Right
Sports Photography
Outstanding
Low-light Videos
Outstanding
Underwater Photography
Outstanding
Travel
Outstanding
Wildlife Photography
Outstanding
Astronomy Photography
Very Good
Event Videos
Just Right
Landscape Photography
Outstanding
Everyday Life Photography
Outstanding
Home Videos
Outstanding
High FPS Videos
Outstanding
WiFi Connectivity
Outstanding
Professional Looks
Outstanding
Regular Looks
Outstanding
Camera Body Only
Very Good
Bluetooth Connectivity
Outstanding

Kind of Camera

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. 

Photography Skillset

Point and shoot - If you're not quite the expert yet or you're just getting started in the world of photography, the Sony α ILCE-6000 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 α ILCE-6000 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.

Video skill level

Just a beginner - Whether you're just starting to develop some expertise or you only record videos from time to time, then the Sony α ILCE-6000 will satisfy your needs..

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Video Scenarios

The Sony α ILCE-6000, is a very competent option when it comes to recording occasions and related activities. 

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 α ILCE-6000 is a great companion to have.

Capture the drama - This Sony camera is is good partner for your craft. Filming in different situations  requires a really good Image sensor and this camera packs one that measures at 23.5 x 15.6 mm mm which works very well for your needs. 

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 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.

Photo Scenarios

The Sony α ILCE-6000 has a sensor size of 23.5 x 15.6 mm (mm) which is crucial for capturing as much light information as possible when taking photographs of the cosmos. The ability to shoot and store images as RAW files and not just JPEG is important for this kind of photography. This model delivers on that!

As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Sony α ILCE-6000 makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous. 

While taking those action shots during the day's event, you'll be aiming to keep your subject matter in sharp focus while they're in motion. The Auto Focus Tracking capability that comes with this camera helps with this.

The thrilling action of sports is filled with magical moments that shouldn't be missed. Which is why by taking the α ILCE-6000 for those games, you'll have a camera that can effectively track subjects in frame while they are in motion.

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 α ILCE-6000 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.

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.

Other considerations

Sometimes carrying cables about just so you can move your photos across the devices can be a pain. Good thing this particular model comes with Wi-Fi.

Style

The α ILCE-6000 combines style and a clever layout to create a camera that really stands out. Clean lines, high quality materials and a pristine finish ensure that this device will turn heads.

It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.

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Technical Specifications

Sony α ILCE-6000 - ILCE6000S.CEC Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type Mirrorless
Product Colour Black, Silver
Camera
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Brightness Adjustment Yes
Camera File System DCF 2.0, Exif 2.3, RAW
Image Formats Supported JPEG, RAW
Orientation Sensor Yes
Panorama Mode Yes
Photo Effects 1
Playback Modes Slideshow
Scene Modes Portrait, Sports Action, Macro, Landscape, Sunset, Night Scene, Hand-held Twilight, Night Portrait, Anti Motion Blur
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 10 s
Smartphone Remote Support Yes
White Balance Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent (Warm White,Cool White,Day White,Daylight), Flash, Underwater/ colour Temperature (2500 to 9900K) & colour filter (G7 to M7(15-step), A7 to B7(15-step)),Custom
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Modes Auto, Fill-in, Flash off, Flash on, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization, Flash Off
Flash Sync-speed 1/160 s
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 Contrast Detection Auto Focus, Face detection
Face Detection Yes
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Magnifier Yes
Manual Focus Yes
Normal Focusing Range 0.3 - 3.0 m
Smile Detection Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
ISO Sensitivity 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600, 51200
ISO Sensitivity (max) 51200
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 Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Speed 30 - 1/4000 s
Camera Shutter Type Electronic
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/4000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Shutter Speed (photo) 30 - 1/4000 s
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 30 s
Video
Camcorder Media Type Memory Stick PRO Duo™, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™, Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Full HD Yes
HD Type Full HD
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Supported Aspect Ratios 3:2, 16:9
Video Formats Supported AVCHD, MP4
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640 x 480, 1440 x 1080, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Audio Formats Supported AC3, MPEG-4 AAC-LC
Audio System Dolby Digital
Built-in Microphone Yes
Built-in Speaker(s) Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Lens System
Digital Zoom 4 x
Interchangeable Lens Present 1
Lens Mount Interface Sony E
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards MS PRO Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo, MS XC-HG Duo, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display TFT
Display Diagonal 3
Display Resolution (numeric) 921600 pixels
Field Of View 100 %
Flip-out Screen Yes
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 D
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity 1
USB 2.0 Connectors 1
USB Connector Micro-USB
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
Packaging Content
AC Adapter Included Yes
Batteries Included Yes
Battery Charger Included Yes
Cables Included USB
Handheld Remote Control Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 45.1 mm
Height 66.9 mm
Weight 285 g
Weight (including Battery) 344 g
Width 120 mm
System Requirements
Mac Operating Systems Supported Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
Windows Operating Systems Supported Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Window
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 6000 x 4000, 4240 x 2832, 3008 x 2000, 6000 x 3376, 4240 x 2400, 3008 x 1688, 12416 x 1856, 5536 x 2160, 8192 x 1856, 3872 x 2160