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Sony Alpha a5000 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 16-50mm OSS Lens (Black)

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  • 20.1 MP Exmor APS-C sensor for great images
  • Mirror less DSLR - Compact Interchangeable Lens camera system
  • Quick Wi-Fi connectivity to smartphones via NFC
  • Model: ILCE5000L/B
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Auto focus
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4.4
Battery life
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Image stabilization
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Zoom
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standard-zoom
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Superior Auto Anti-Motion Blur Hand-held Twilight Speed Priority Continuous
Automatic, Manual, Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority
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  • Sony Alpha a5000 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 16-50mm OSS Lens (Black)
  • NP-FW50 Lithium ion rechargeable battery
  • AC-UB10 USB AC charger (in-camera battery charging)
  • Mini-B USB cable
  • shoulder strap
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    Product Description

    Product Description

    Capture amazing detail with the 20.1MP camera than anyone can use. with its self-portrait-friendly zoom lever and 180 Degree-tilting screen that lets you see the shots as you take them, this camera makes quality photography look easy. Ready to share these frame-worthy moments with friends? Faster-than-ever wireless sharing with one-touch NFC connectivity lets you upload to Facebook and more, directly from the camera. Ah, simplicity.

    From the Manufacturer







    Capture amazing detail with the 20.1MP Mirrorless camera that is so versatile, it works for both casual photo enthusiasts and professionals. With its self-portrait-friendly zoom lever and 180°-tilting screen that lets you see the shots as you take them, this camera makes quality photography look easy. Plus, share your amazing pictures faster than ever to your social network directly from the camera via WiFi and one-touch NFC connectivity.




    Technology



    Go From Snapshot to Photograph

    The same sensor format found in other conventional DSLRs is used on the a5000 offering 13x the area of a typical point-and-shoot image sensor. The 20.1MP APS-C sensor delivers an exceptional combination of high resolution, high sensitivity and gorgeous blurred backgrounds to give even simple shots an artistic touch.

    Share Your Photos with Friends and Family Instantly

    Wi-Fi connectivity allows you to control your camera with your compatible smartphone or tablet and the PlayMemories Camera Apps5. Frame your shot on your device's LCD, snap the shutter, and then transfer the images directly to your mobile device for quick editing and uploading. And with NFC (near field communication) technology, connecting has never been easier. Simply tap the camera to an NFC-enabled device, and you're ready to shoot and share without wires or hassles.

    Shoot Full HD Movies

    Capture HD Movies in your choice of standard 60i or cinematic 24p frames per second, all at Full HD 1920x1080 resolution. The AVCHD codec delivers stunning Blu-ray picture quality while the PC-friendly MP4 codec lets you compress to smaller 1080/30p files for easier upload to the Internet.


    Built-in Pop-up Flash

    Perfect when an extra burst of light is needed to get the shot, the pop-up flash combined with high ISO sensitivity makes shooting in just about any challenging lighting situation a breeze.

    180-degree Tiltable LCD

    Change your view with a tiltable LCD touchscreen that flips up 180-degrees without sacrificing compactness. Take stunning self-portraits, perfectly framed low angle shots, and incredibly precise composed pictures.

    PlayMemories Camera Apps

    Personalize your camera by adding new features of your choice with PlayMemories Camera Apps. PlayMemories Camera Apps offers a variety of apps to enhance your photos without ever needing advance photo editing skills. Choose apps for portraits, detailed close-ups, sports, time lapse, motion shot and more. Use apps that shoot, share and save photos using Wi-Fi that make it easy to control and view your camera from smartphone, and post directly to Facebook.



    Additional Features


    20.1 MP Exmor HD APS sensor

    You get incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements. Thanks to the large 20.1 megapixel APS-C sensor size and Sony Exmor APS HD CMOS technology, the camera achieves high resolution images with no penalty in low-light sensitivity or sensor noise.

    Auto Object Framing fills the frame with your subject

    Give your photos a professional look with Auto Object Framing. Featuring advancements like exceptional two-person portrait capability along with Face Detection and Tracking Focus, Auto Object Framing not only turns ordinary photos into stunning compositions but does so automatically recognizing the scene then cropping accordingly.

    Convenient Power zoom lens w/ motor zoom lever and body control

    A convenient zoom lever on the body of the camera allows for effortless one-handed operation and smooth zooming even when shooting self-portraits, bringing compact camera convenience to the realm of interchangeable-lens models.

    Compact, easy-to-carry PZ 16-50mm kit lens

    For the ultimate in portability, the a5000 includes the collapsible 16-50mm power zoom (SELP1650) as the kit lens. Ideal when traveling or anytime a compact, lightweight camera-combo is desired.

    Compatible with Sony's E-Mount Lens System

    To take advantage of its lightweight on-the-go body, the α5000 is compatible with Sony’s E-mount lens system and expanded line of E-mount compact and lightweight lenses - perfect for the traveler or street photographer.

    Picture Effect modes


    The a5000 includes 17 effects that can be applied to photos or movies, giving you the means to vastly expand your artistic repertoire. The ability to view effects in real-time on the LCD screen
    11 before the shot lets you experiment with different looks until you are satisfied with the result.

    Photo Creativity feature


    The a5000 provides easy access to Picture Effect settings as well as controls for Background Defocus, Brightness, Color and Vividness. Just activate Photo Creativity, choose the appropriate item then adjust while viewing in real-time on the LCD screen. The ability to combine settings offers nearly unlimited creative control, and lets you compensate for tricky lighting.

    Superior Auto mode

    Use Superior Auto mode to shoot photos and movies with the ease of a compact digital camera. In this mode, the camera recognizes the current shooting environment then adjusts settings for optimal results. Superior Auto also includes Auto HDR and Hand-held Twilight modes, both of which employ image compositing technology to handle difficult lighting by recording multiple images at high speed then compositing them to produce the final photo.

    Anti-Motion Blur mode

    Corrects for subject movement to capture amazingly clean and sharp images in low light. The camera leverages the large, APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second. Combining the data from all six creates a single image that minimizes subject blur.

    Hand-held Twilight Mode

    Get cleaner and sharper nighttime pictures—beyond the capability of traditional cameras—without using flash or a tripod. The camera leverages the large, APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second. Combining the data from all six creates a single image of extraordinary detail and low noise.

    Face Detection/Smile Shutter

    Set the a5000 to recognize faces and smiles. Face Detection locates up to eight faces in a composition then adjusts exposure, white balance and other settings based on these faces. Smile Shutter — adjustable in three levels — automatically takes a shot when smiles in the scene are detected.

    Creative Style

    Tailor the look of photos and movies before shooting. Choose from one of seven settings — Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset or Black & White — depending on the scene or your creative intent.

    Speed Priority Continuous mode

    Freeze fast-moving subjects by shooting at up to 4 fps. This is the ideal solution for photographing sports, children at play or other action.

    Up to 420 Shots6 of battery life

    Take up to 420 shots on a single charge with Sony lithium ion Stamina battery power. Sony's InfoLITHIUM battery system enables you to see the percent of power remaining, so you can keep shooting in confidence.

    PlayMemories Home supplied software10

    Free, easy-to-use PlayMemories Home image management software automatically installs onto Windows PC's for Sony Digital Camera users. Download photos and movies onto your computer then view, organize, edit, retouch, print, burn to disk, share or upload to social networking websites.10

    Supplied accessories

    The kit includes a NP-FW50 Lithium ion rechargeable battery, AC-UB10 USB AC charger (in-camera battery charging), Mini-B USB cable, and shoulder strap.


    Innovation from every angle

    Camera

    WI-FI/NFC

    Iso

    Sensor Type

    Viewfinder Type

    Frame Per Second

    Video Resolution

    LCD Screen

    α7R

    WI-FI/NFC

    Up to 25,600

    36.4MP 35mm Full-Frame sensor

    2.4M dot XGA Tru-Finder OLED EVF

    Up to 4 FPS

    Full HD 1080 60p/60i/24p

    3" tiltable LCD

    α7

    WI-FI/NFC

    Up to 25,600

    24.3MP 35mm Full-Frame sensor

    2.4M dot XGA Tru-Finder OLED EVF

    Up to 5 FPS

    Full HD 1080 60p/60i/24p

    3" tiltable LCD


    WI-FI/NFC

    Up to 409,600

    12.4MP 35mm Full-Frame sensor

    2.4M dot XGA Tru-Finder OLED EVF

    Up to 5 FPS

    Full HD and 4K QFHD

    3” tiltable LCD

    α6000

    WI-FI/NFC

    Up to 25,600

    24.3MP APS-C HD sensor

    1.4M dot Tru-Finder OLED EVF

    Up to 11 FPS

    Full HD 1080 60p/60i/24p

    3" tiltable LCD

    NEX-6

    WI-FI

    Up to 25,600

    16.1MP APS-C HD sensor

    2359K dot XGA Tru-Finder OLED EVF

    Up to 10 FPS

    Full HD 1080 60p/60i/24p

    3" tiltable LCD

    NEX-5T

    WI-FI/NFC

    Up to 25,600

    16.1MP APS-C sensor

    N/A

    Up to 10 FPS

    Full HD 1080 60p/60i/24p

    3" flip up tiltable touch LCD

    α5000

    WI-FI/NFC

    Up to 16,000

    20.1MP APS-C HD sensor

    N/A

    Up to 4 FPS

    Full HD 1080/60i/24p or 1080/30p MP4 movies

    3" flip up tiltable touch LCD

    NEX-3N

    N/A

    Up to 16,000

    16.1MP APS-C sensor

    N/A

    Up to 4 FPS

    Full HD 1080/60i/24p or 1080/30p MP4 movies

    3" flip up tiltable touch LCD

    α3000

    N/A

    Up to 16,000

    20.1MP APS-C sensor

    200K dot QVGA Tru-Finder EVF

    Up to 3.5 FPS

    Full HD 1080/60i/24p or 1080/30p MP4 movies

    3" LCD


    4. Records in 29 minute segments.

    6. Actual performance varies based on settings, environmental conditions, and usage. Battery capacity decreases over time and use.

    9. Auto Focus function available with Sony E-Mount lenses and Sony A-mount SSM and SAM series lenses when using LA-EA2/EA4 lens adaptor.

    10. Files compatible with iMovie '09 or later on Mac. Software not compatible with Mac OS X.

    11. Among interchangeable-lens cameras with an APS-C sensor and built-in flash as of February 2013.

    12. The following modes are not displayed in real-time and cannot be applied to movies: HDR Painting, Rich-tone Monochrome, Soft Focus and Miniature.


    2014 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, BIONZ, Exmor, InfoLITHIUM, PlayMemories Camera Apps and the Sony logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Sony is not responsible for typographical and photographic errors. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.


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    4.3 out of 5 stars
    4.3 out of 5
    479 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, ease of use, and value of the digital camera. For example, they mention it takes beautiful photos and videos, it's convenient, and worth every penny. They appreciate the flip screen, which comes in handy for self videos. That said, opinions are mixed on the lens.

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    195 customers mention189 positive6 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the camera. They mention that it takes beautiful photos with clear and colorful images. They also appreciate the full 1080p video and find it very easy to get some really great quality photos and videos. Customers also mention that the camera is light, versatile, and useful in most photography applications.

    "...that I like about this camera is that it has wifi so you can send the photos to your phone or laptop or whatever via a Sony app...." Read more

    "...I'm not as impressed with the lens itself, but it does a decent job, though I've yet to find a way to manually control the focus..." Read more

    "...Picture and video quality is great if you know what you are doing and if you have good lighting, which I will also be investing in soon...." Read more

    "It's a good camera. Takes nice pictures, works for what I wanted it for... but I do have some complaints about things I never even would have..." Read more

    60 customers mention53 positive7 negative

    Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They mention it gives the convenience of a point-and-shoot camera, with the option to get more detailed photos. They also say the menus are intuitive, and it's simple to get the hang of all the settings. Customers also appreciate the ergonomics and manual features, which allow them to get that cinematic look.

    "...There are many settings to use and it's easy to find them and shoot in the setting you want." Read more

    "...Contains manual features so I can get that cinematic look, although, navigation made it a hassle to set up...." Read more

    "...Which is... still super easy, but also kind of tedious...." Read more

    "...newest versions of it have made connecting my iPhone 8 (iOS 13.6) simple and quick...." Read more

    36 customers mention32 positive4 negative

    Customers like the value of the digital camera. They say it's a great camera for the price point, and offers quality shooting on a budget.

    "...I want to do more videos with it. I'm stoked I bought it, totally worth the money, tons of megapixels. I also got the 3 year warranty...." Read more

    "...a great deal where I was able to get my hands on the a5000 for a great price...." Read more

    "...I mean, the reviews say it all. It has 5 stars for a reason. It's affordable which is what I loved and appreciated so much..." Read more

    "A great camera for the price point. Although $400 seems alot for a camera, especially for non-professional, it is worth every penny...." Read more

    33 customers mention28 positive5 negative

    Customers like the size of the digital camera. They say it's compact, easy to carry anywhere, and prefect for mom. Some mention that it takes great pictures and easily fits in their purse.

    "...On top of all of that, it's much smaller and less obtrusive than traditional SLR's. I can't recommend this camera enough." Read more

    "...Pros:- Great size. It is very compact and can be taken on trips with little hassle.-..." Read more

    "...It took great pictures and easily fit in my purse for my trip to Italy and Prague, which is exactly what I wanted it for...." Read more

    "...on the camera I decided to purchase it and it was not bad, I like the size, the weigh and the quality of the images are good...." Read more

    32 customers mention29 positive3 negative

    Customers like the screen of the camera. They say it is convenient for selfies and self videos. They also appreciate the 180-degree flip screen.

    "...This allowed me to easily share the pics I'd taken. Also, I keep the camera on airplane mode until I am ready to share them over wifi...." Read more

    "...Love the rotating LCD. Good to watch myself look like an idiot while making sure I look somewhat presentable...." Read more

    "...My personal favorite is the option to take the same picture in 3 different light settings...." Read more

    "...I love the Wi-Fi component!!! And the screen flips up for selfies with friends or for experimenting. I want to do more videos with it...." Read more

    30 customers mention30 positive0 negative

    Customers like the portability of the digital camera. They say it's easy to carry, not too heavy for their handbag, and is perfect for everyday carry. Some mention that it'll be great for amateur photographers and good for traveling.

    "...It's easy to carry (I can even put it in my coat) and cute and I get tons of compliments on it. I love the Wi-Fi component!!!..." Read more

    "...Overall, I am very happy with this product. It is extremely light, versatile and useful in most photography applications...." Read more

    "...perfect for traveling or for home it does it all!!" Read more

    "...It is very small and lightweight, so perfect for traveling, vlogging, and on the go...." Read more

    20 customers mention15 positive5 negative

    Customers like the connectivity of the camera. They say that the wifi feature and NFC built-in make it easy to send images to their phone. They also appreciate the wifi application, which makes the camera even better.

    "...Another feature that I like about this camera is that it has wifi so you can send the photos to your phone or laptop or whatever via a Sony app...." Read more

    "...The WiFi and NFC is great to get pictures over to your smartphone for quick sharing, and really gives these dedicated cameras a new level of..." Read more

    "...2- NFC is a fail...." Read more

    "...I love the Wi-Fi component!!! And the screen flips up for selfies with friends or for experimenting. I want to do more videos with it...." Read more

    35 customers mention11 positive24 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the lens of the digital camera. Some love that it allows for interchangeable lenses and is versatile, while others say that it doesn't work properly and is physically impossible to make it work with any smartphone.

    "...So it is actually physically impossible to make this work with any smartphone. If someone else figured it out... congrats...." Read more

    "...While disappointed my lens stopped working after 13 months, I accepted I would probably need to pay for repairs...." Read more

    "...I love that this camera allows for interchangeable lenses, just make sure they are E-mount lenses...." Read more

    "...re enter the long, complicated password – and even then it works less than half the time...." Read more

    As a happy owner of the a6000
    4 Stars
    As a happy owner of the a6000
    As a happy owner of the a6000, I was looking to purchase another a6000 or previous version in the alpha line that would serve as a good backup in case my a6000 died or I needed an extra camera during a shoot. I was fortunate to find a great deal where I was able to get my hands on the a5000 for a great price. Since I already have a fair amount of lenses I've purchased for my a6000, it made it a great choice since I could use the lenses on both. To keep this review concise, I'll list my pros and cons below:Pros:- Great size. It is very compact and can be taken on trips with little hassle.- 20 megapixel sensor, accepts same lenses as a6000- Software features/ menu options are close to same as newer a6000Cons:- No viewfinder, no hot-shoe. Using live-view all the time is not as convenient as one would perceive.- Lack of buttons to quickly change settings.I've included a few pictures that I took with the a5000 to give you an idea of its capabilities with a good lens.Overall, I am very happy with this product. It is extremely light, versatile and useful in most photography applications. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles a more expensive camera has, but it doesn't take away from how good it is. It only helps aspire to get a better camera in the future that you'd be able to take full advantage of. I knocked down a star for no viewfinder. It almost seems natural to use one since I've been using a a6000 for some time now, but more importantly, it seems a crime not to have it because of what this camera is capable of doing. It is especially needed for manual focus shots.
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    Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2016
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    Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2016
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Compact, does great. Still happy!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2016
    I did a decent amount of research when it came time to buy a "real" camera. Up until now, I used either a decent smartphone camera (Lumia 1020/1520/950, LG G4) or a bridge/superzoom camera. When I did a little more background reading, I learned that most bridge cameras use a sensor no bigger than what's in a smartphone, and that the DSLRs use sensors 10-20 times bigger. Once I decided to go large-sensor route, I needed to decide on mirrorless or traditional. While I wouldn't mind a "true" viewfinder, as in traditional DSLRs, I really wanted compact so I'd be more likely to use the camera on the go. I have 3 young kids, so bulky is just not an option. Sony seems to lead the way on mirrorless designs, and this model in particular had some nice features. The WiFi and NFC is great to get pictures over to your smartphone for quick sharing, and really gives these dedicated cameras a new level of convenience when on the go. Charging from microUSB is great, as I have many chargers already available, including in the car.

    As for the actually light capturing, so far so good for me. I like the speed in which it can focus and take pictures, and I like how you can set the modes to go from idiot to advanced. I'm not as impressed with the lens itself, but it does a decent job, though I've yet to find a way to manually control the focus (I guess that's not something people really want?). I'm eager to get a 50mm prime lens and maybe a 55-200 telephoto lens for more versatility. Low light performance isn't too bad, though I don't normally shoot in such a setting. I target nature shots and pictures of the kids, and I've already captured several winners with just the stock kit, and my kids do not sit still. I'm very happy with the overall package, and I look forward to growing with the camera.

    Update:
    Still happy after a few months of pictures. I added my first lens to my kit, the E55-210. It adds some weight, but it really gets you close to things further away. I've had no problems with the camera itself, and I am quite happy with this camera. I found sharing to my iPad via WiFi to be quite handy for sharing and showing your content, and for getting it to my cloud storage.
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    Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2016
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    Austin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great for the average guy.
    Reviewed in Canada on September 3, 2017
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    Angela
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
    Reviewed in Canada on April 1, 2017
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    IndianBuyer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Compact yet powerful! Amazing INTERCHANGEABLE-LENS camera
    Reviewed in India on August 22, 2016
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Compact yet powerful! Amazing INTERCHANGEABLE-LENS camera
    Reviewed in India on August 22, 2016
    Sony Alpha A5000 isn't a DSLR as the product name says. It is actually Mirrorless camera and that's why it's much smaller than a DSLR.
    I bought this camera for my elder sister who wanted to have a DSLR but as I'm using DSLR since last 5 years I know how difficult it is to carry them and if your purpose primarily isn't photography then you shouldn't buy a DSLR. What should you buy? THIS!! yes is small champ from Sony is no less than a DSLR though not a perfect DSLR but it's almost there. Though I couldn't get much hands-on with it but my 5 years of experience with DSLR helped to understand in little time what this could produce.

    PROS :

    1) SMALL, Compact can be put in ladies' bag or travelers bag easily.
    2) APS-C sensor. Usually this sensor is put in entry-level and mid-level DSLRs and is bigger than any sensor in compact cameras. Bigger the sensor better is your image quality. Sensor is heart of your camera.
    3) INTERCHANGEABLE-LENS - World's smallest lens- interchangeable camera. Gives you a lot of scope to give new dimensions to your shots. you can put a prime lens or a zoom lens or a telephoto lens like DSLRs (Huge plus point)

    CONS : (These cons are actually in comparison with a DSLR, for whom this is their first camera, these are not cons per se)
    1) No electronic view-finder - You have to look on the screen while taking a picture which could be little difficult in bright sunny conditions
    2) Same manual and zoom switch.
    3) Little slow

    Who should buy?
    1) Those who want to but a camera equivalent to DSLR but are on short of budget or want a compact camera which takes less space and easy to carry around.
    2) Those who want to upgrade from Point&Shoot but don't want to buy a DSLR for any of the above reason.

    Who shouldn't buy?
    Those who have already used a DSLR for sometime. This is definitely not an upgrade in any manner.
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    Anny Keyz
    4.0 out of 5 stars ... wasn't exactly what I was looking for but I liked to use it while I had it
    Reviewed in Canada on June 20, 2017
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    Asha Dupie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing product
    Reviewed in Canada on March 9, 2017
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