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  • 16MP APS-C CMOS sensor
  • 10 frames per second continuous shooting
  • Hybrid contrast and on-sensor phase detect AF
  • ISO 100-25600
  • 1080/60p HD video (AVCHD format)
  • 3.0 inch articulated LCD with 921,000 dots
  • Built-in 2,359,000 dot OLED viewfinder
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    Who says you can't have it all? The NEX-6 features a wish list of features and still fits in your pocket. And it's fast, too. Make quick changes with a handy DSLR-like dial. Focus and track fast-moving subjects with the speed and accuracy of phase and contrast detection. It even shoots 16.1MP photos at a blistering up to 10fps. It's the end of compromise as we know it.

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    Raise your photography to the next level with NEX-6, a remarkably compact
    interchangeable-lens camera loaded with big camera features. From the
    distinctive dials on top to the large APS-C image sensor inside, you’ll feel
    that special sense of quality and performance that is a signature of DSLRs,
    minus the bulk. Add ultra-fast phase-detection AF and Sony’s superb XGA OLED
    electronic viewfinder in addition to Full HD video recording at 60p and you have
    a camera well equipped to take you on a unique photographic journey.
    Small Camera + Big Sensor = Amazing Pictures. Share and Save Instantly. Full HD Movies. With 13 times the area of the typical point-and-shoot image sensor, APS-C sensor size makes the difference between “snapshots” and “photographs.” This is the same HD sensor format that Sony builds into the full-sized α DSLRs. Wi-Fi® capability – a first for Alpha digital cameras – lets users transfer photos directly to smartphones and tablets with the PlayMemories Mobile™ app. Wi-Fi allows for sharing, viewing and saving photos for expanded photo-shooting enjoyment.4 Capture HD Movies in your choice of super-smooth 60p, standard 60i or cinematic 24p, all at Full HD 1920x1080 resolution. AVCHD™ codec delivers stunning picture quality. MP4 codec offers smaller files for easier upload to the web.
    Technology 16.1 MP APS-C size HD sensor The same sensor format Sony builds into full-sized α DSLRs. With 13 times the area of the typical point-and-shoot image sensor, APS-C makes the difference between “snapshots” & “photographs,” for a combination of high resolution, high sensitivity and gorgeous, blurred backgrounds. Fast Hybrid AF Sony’s advanced Fast Hybrid AF combines two technologies for outstanding performance: Phase detection AF for quick response that is ideal when tracking fast-moving subjects and contrast-detection AF for added precision. A perfect match that delivers optimal Auto Focus for fast, precise focusing in any scene. XGA Tru-Finder OLED For size, speed and brightness even after sunset, the Tru-Finder™ OLED electronic viewfinder is a gem. This eye-level, through-the-lens, viewfinder begins with 2359K dots for amazing resolution and high contrast ratio for incredible depth. You can also see the results of camera adjustments in real time with superb color and detail. PlayMemories Camera Apps™ Supports PlayMemories Camera Apps™ service, the world’s first application download service that lets users install new camera functions as needed.4 Advanced Control Dial Mode control dial and Quick Navi assure quick an intuitive operation comparable to DSLR cameras. Control dial, Fn (function) button combine to greatly facilitate operation and speed getting the shot. New Multi-Interface Shoe Unlike conventional cameras, the NEX-6 features a newly developed Multi-Interface Shoe that dramatically expands compatibility with Handycam® system accessories, thus raising the potential for photo/movie shooting.
    Product description and full feature list The NEX-6 Digital Camera is equipped with the latest technology to bring you
    incredible entertainment quality. Explore the full range of features and options below.
    16.1 MP APS-C size HD image sensor
    The same sensor format that Sony builds into the full-sized α DSLRs. With 13 times the area of the typical point-and-shoot image sensor, APS-C sensor size makes the difference between “snapshots” and “photographs,” delivering an exceptional combination of high resolution, high sensitivity and gorgeous, blurred backgrounds.

    Fast Hybrid AF
    Sony’s advanced Fast Hybrid AF combines two technologies for outstanding performance: Phase detection auto focus for quick response that is ideal when tracking fast-moving subjects and contrast-detection auto focus for added precision. A perfect match that delivers optimal Auto Focus for fast, precise focusing in any scene.

    Full HD Movies at 60p/60i/24p
    Capture HD Movies in your choice of super-smooth 60p, standard 60i or cinematic 24p, all at Full HD 1920x1080 resolution.
    1 AVCHD™ codec delivers stunning picture quality. MP4 codec offers smaller files for easier upload to the web.

    XGA Tru-Finder OLED
    For size, speed and brightness even after sunset, the Tru-Finder™ OLED electronic viewfinder is a gem. This eye-level, through-the-lens, viewfinder begins with 2359K dots for amazing resolution and high contrast ratio for incredible depth. You can also see the results of camera adjustments in real time with superb color and detail.

    Wi-Fi® Sharing
    Wi-Fi® capability – a first for Alpha-series – lets users transfer photos directly to smartphones and tablets with the PlayMemories Mobile™ app. Wi-Fi capability allows for sharing, viewing and saving photos for expanded photo-shooting enjoyment. Photos can be easily transferred to smartphones and tablets, viewed on large screen TVs or saved to PC’s.
    4

    PlayMemories Camera Apps™
    Supports PlayMemories Camera Apps™ service, the world’s first application download service that lets users install new camera functions as needed.
    4

    Advanced Control Dial
    Mode control dial and Quick Navi assure quick an intuitive operation comparable to DSLR cameras Control dial, Fn (function) button and touch screen (including touch shutter function) combine to greatly facilitate operation and speed getting the shot.

    Picture Effect mode
    There are 7 types (11 variations) of picture effects to choose from: Posterization (Color), Posterization (B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color(R), Partial Color(G), Partial Color(B), Partial Color(Y), High-key, High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera. Each is unique and each give you a new and exciting way to make your images and videos pop.

    6-image layering
    The camera leverages the large, APS-C image sensor and captures six images in a fraction of a second. The camera then combines the data from the 6 different images up to ISO 25600 to create a single image. This method is used to control blur in Anti-Motion Blur mode or to get cleaner, sharper nighttime pictures in Hand-held Twilight mode.


    Accepts Sony® E-mount lenses
    Compatible with Sony’s wide selection of E-mount series of smaller, lighter lenses designed specifically for α compact interchangeable lens cameras. Open up a world of endless creative options.

    Photo Creativity Touch interface
    The Photo Creativity touch interface enables you to easily enjoy the creative expression of SLR-quality digital imaging without the complicated settings. Changes can be easily made using the control dial with results seen in real time on the LCD. Settings include; Background Defocus, Brightness, Color, Vividness and most Picture Effects.

    Auto Portrait Framing
    Simply photograph a person and Auto Portrait Framing will save an additional, optimally framed image in portrait or landscape orientation. Combining Face Detection and By Pixel Super Resolution technologies with rule of thirds, Auto Portrait Framing provides beautifully composed and appealingly balanced full resolution portraits.

    Clear Image Zoom
    Utilizing Sony’s exclusive By Pixel Super Resolution Technology, Clear Image Zoom increases the effective focal length of your lens up to 2x by digitally magnifying the center of your image with nearly imperceptible degradation. It virtually doubles the effective focal length of whatever lens you’re using providing greater shooting flexibility.

    Convenient USB charging
    Easily recharge the camera via USB charging. Simply connect the bundled USB cable and recharge the battery without removing it from the camera, either via AC outlet or PC connection.

    New Multi-Interface Shoe
    Unlike conventional cameras, the NEX-6 features a newly developed Multi-Interface Shoe that dramatically expands compatibility with Handycam
    ® accessories, thus raising the potential for photo/movie shooting.

    Auto HDR built into camera
    High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography captures more scene contrast than a single exposure can handle by combining the best highlight detail from one shot and the best shadow detail from another for one incredible shot. Handles severe backlighting and other high-contrast scenes. Captures in a split second. (Recommended for still subjects.)

    Sweep Panorama Technology
    Capture expansive landscapes automatically. Press the shutter, sweep vertically or horizontally. The camera does the rest, continuously shooting images and stitching them together. Up to 23 MP image size. Up to 202 degrees maximum sweep angle (18mm focal length).

    Fast Auto Focus
    Some cameras in this class are slow to focus. That can make you miss the shot on fast-moving subjects like sports and unpredictable subjects like pets and babies. Sony’s fast Contrast Auto Focus system typically takes as little as 0.3 seconds and also offers continuous Auto Focus when shooting movies.


    Peaking AF display
    The Peaking AF display makes precise manual focusing much easier by highlighting the edges that are in focus in your choice of three colors (white, red, or yellow). This is especially helpful during macro or portrait photography where your focal plane can make or break your shot.

    Manual Focus Assist
    Greatly magnifies the viewfinder image when you touch the focus ring, making it easy to get razor-sharp images. Works with E-mount lenses only.

    Enhanced Tracking Focus
    Tracking Focus continuously tracks a user-designated subject and is now more effective at tracking people. If the subject turns away from the camera, face-detection tracking automatically switches to subject tracking and continues tracking.

    Face Detection technology
    The camera can automatically detect up to eight individual faces and adjust focus, exposure, white balance and flash to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends. Can prioritize children or adults.

    Smile Shutter technology
    Captures a smile the moment it happens. Simply select the Smile Shutter™ mode and the camera takes the picture automatically. You can prioritize children or adults and adjust the smile sensitivity.

    Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO)
    Improves results with backlit subjects and recovers details hidden in shadows. Settings include Auto, Level with a choice of five operating levels and Off.

    Six Creative Style settings
    Control how the camera processes your images with six finishing styles: Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset and B&W. You can even fine-tune contrast, saturation, and sharpness to your personal taste.

    PhotoTV HD compatibility
    Optimizes compatible BRAVIA® televisions for gorgeous display of digital pictures.
    3

    Dual Format Media Card Slot
    For cost-effective, convenient storage and sharing of your images, the camera accepts Memory Stick PRO Duo™/Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™ and SD/SDHC media (Class 4 or higher recommended), (Memory card is required, all are sold separately).

    Anti-Dust Technology
    Dust on the image sensor leads to blemishes in the picture. To protect the sensor, Sony incorporates an advanced ultrasonic system, which effectively shakes dust off the sensor surface.



    Sony Suggested Accessories

    > Just-fit case for NEX-6 digital camera
    LCS-ELC6/B
    > System Soft Carrying Case
    LCS-SL10
    > External Flash/Video Light
    HVL-F60M
    > E-mount to A-mount Lens Adaptor
    LA-EA2
    > InfoLithium® battery for E-mount cameras
    NP-FW50

    > AC Charger for NP-FW50 battery
    BC-VW1




    1. Records in up to 29 minutes segments.

    2. Attaching Sony A-mount lens requires LA-EA1 (note: Autofocus available with SSM and SAM series lenses when using LA-EA1) or LA-EA2 adaptors (sold separately).

    3. Requires compatible BRAVIA® HDTV and HDMI® cable sold separately.

    4. Requires an active 802.11 Wi-Fi network (802.11n recommended) or PlayMemories Mobile™ app installed on compatible Android™ or iOS device.
    PlayMemories camera apps require download with existing Sony Entertainment Network account. Download available in all countries/areas
    where Sony Entertainment Network is available.



    © 2012 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony is not responsible for typographical and photographic errors. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
    Sony, BIONZ, BRAVIA, Exmor, InfoLITHIUM, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, PlayMemories Home, Smile Shutter, Stamina, Theatre Sync, Sweep Panorama, and the Sony make.believe logo are trademarks of Sony. AVCHD is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Mac OS and iMovie are trademarks of Apple Computers, Inc. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.


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    Customers like the image quality, picture quality, and size of the digital camera. For example, they mention it provides DSLR image quality in a camera not much better than many point and shoots, produces sharp and clear pictures, and has a compact size. They appreciate the performance, saying it's fast operating and has an excellent execution of the electronic viewfinder. Customers are also happy with portability, brightness, and value. Opinions are mixed on ease of use.

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    160 customers mention154 positive6 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the camera. They mention that it provides DSLR image quality in a camera not much better than many point and shoot cameras. They also appreciate the top-notch image quality, solid battery life, and better-than-average video quality for cameras in this segment. The camera can produce amazing shots even in low light. Customers also mention that the JPEG are excellent for most occasions and that it's a competent picture taker.

    "...Simply put for image quality, kit lens quality, auto focus speed,this camera will be on par with t3i,t4i,t5i or the 3000 series from Nikon, epl/..." Read more

    "...I truly do LOVE the NEX-6. It provides me with DSLR image quality in a camera not much better than many point and shoot models!..." Read more

    "...So onto my thoughts of the NEX-6.What I like- Nice solid feel, really good grip...." Read more

    "...The external controls are very well placed and have a good, solid feel when used, and for the few occasions that do I need to go into a menu, I..." Read more

    127 customers mention112 positive15 negative

    Customers like the picture quality of the camera. For example, they say it produces sharp and clear pictures in almost all cases, with a decent resolution. That said, some say the electronic view finder helps compose images in bright sunlight, and the camera is a big improvement for HDR shooting. It also has a good color rendition and contrast, and its auto ISO generates remarkable urban photos at night without a tripod.

    "...particular APS-C sensor is fantastic at low light while providing plenty of resolution for a crisp decently large size print, cropping, and..." Read more

    "...High Definition Wide Angle Conversion Lens, a terrific combination for real estate interiors...." Read more

    "...little brighter in full sunlight, but it's VERY useable and presents a beautiful image...." Read more

    "...Of course you can use it that way, too. The viewfinder is also very visible in very bright sun while the LCD, like most others, struggles in direct..." Read more

    97 customers mention84 positive13 negative

    Customers like the size of the digital camera. For example, they mention that the lens is very compact, the camera body is very light, and it fits handily in their Camel-bak. The smaller file size works out well, and the camera is easy to carry in large pockets.

    "...at low light while providing plenty of resolution for a crisp decently large size print, cropping, and obviously way more than needed for any sort..." Read more

    "...The camera is small, lightweight, and other than the placement of the video button I love how it works...." Read more

    "...- Smaller file size works out well. Again going back to my buying overkill I bought a 32GB SD card. I can store over 1,300 RAW+JPEGs on it.-..." Read more

    "...I LOVE IT, and yet, it doesn't make the camera feel big. This camera is small...." Read more

    91 customers mention66 positive25 negative

    Customers like the performance of the digital camera. For example, they mention it's fast operating, versatile, and has a great EVF. The flash works well, illuminates effectively, and is bendable. The electronic viewfinder is excellent, and the camera works adequately. The kit lens works pretty good, and it has fast autofocus. The high ISO performance is good, with 1600 usable straight out of the camera.

    "...The extra dial at the top makes it much easier to control shutter speed all the awhile the thicker body and grip of the 6 makes it much easier to..." Read more

    "...not perfect, could be a little brighter in full sunlight, but it's VERY useable and presents a beautiful image...." Read more

    "...Prior to the above problem occurring the camera worked adequately. It is in no way a DSLR replacement...." Read more

    "...WiFi feature is way to cumbersome to bother with. Have to VERY SLOWLY enter a password each time you try to use it. So silly...." Read more

    55 customers mention45 positive10 negative

    Customers like the brightness of the camera. They say that the APS-C sensor does a decent job in low light situations, and the camera is great at absorbing light. They also appreciate the built-in flash, which is helpful in odd light spots. Customers also like the EVF, which can be useful in really sunny conditions.

    "...Very well thought out built-in flash. It allows you to manually bounce the flash. I found it perfectly acceptable for indoor use...." Read more

    "...Clear, responsive electronic viewfinder. Articulated, bright LCD. Accepts standard SD/SDHC/SDXC memory or Sony Memory Sticks. Exposures are spot on...." Read more

    "...It's an excellent camera. I was attracted to it because of its low light capability and it's viewfinder. Both are excellent...." Read more

    "...we thought we would too - my wife more than I, but is very helpful in odd light spots." Read more

    50 customers mention50 positive0 negative

    Customers find the digital camera easy to carry around, with its compact size and lightweight design. They appreciate the combination of portability with performance, and say it's a pleasure to carry. Customers also mention that the camera is a wonderful travel-worthy piece of gear.

    "...the awhile the thicker body and grip of the 6 makes it much easier to balance the weight of the camera since most film lenses are quite heavy...." Read more

    "...The camera is small, lightweight, and other than the placement of the video button I love how it works...." Read more

    "...I enjoy knowing that I can go out there with a camera that's easy to carry around and I can take 20 shots, 50 shots, or even 200 and I have..." Read more

    "...Its main compelling feature is its portability...." Read more

    45 customers mention38 positive7 negative

    Customers like the value of the digital camera. For example, they say it's a great value for money, well worth the investment, and a cost-effective replacement for their old DSLR. Some mention that the sensor is great and it allows them to buy cheap adaptors for very old lenses.

    "...I DO think it is a good camera, has great value (the OM-D is much more expensive), and it is a great step-up for anyone shooting with a point-and-..." Read more

    "...because it's the best bang for your buck.The ONLY features missing from this camera or reasons to hesitate are:*..." Read more

    "...All for a very reasonable price. One last thing (for now). I just read a review for the NEX 6's successor, the A6000...." Read more

    "...have a Pen EPL-5 which is a terrific camera, better battery life, less expensive, great MFT lens inventory...." Read more

    84 customers mention53 positive31 negative

    Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the digital camera. Some mention that the zoom feature is easy to use and quick to navigate, while others say that it's ridiculously convoluted and hard to use. They also say that the setup menu has 67 choices and that it is hard to pick out details on cloudy days.

    "...The Nex 6 has more than plenty of buttons and wheels for easy access for most controls, however a dslr simply always has more features and more dials..." Read more

    "...manual zooming way more than the power zoom feature because it's so easy to use...." Read more

    "...That it was a hassle to change modes...." Read more

    "...that do I need to go into a menu, I found it to be quite logically implemented, so that it only took a few button presses to access what I needed to..." Read more

    Mixed bag
    3 Stars
    Mixed bag
    These are just first impressions of a practical user, I would like to give it a higher score. As of now I am split 50/50 on keeping or returning it.Background: My main camera is Pentax K-5 with 16MP Sony APS-C sensor (also used in Nikon D7000) that was considered best in class before the latest 24-36MP offerings. Before K-5 I used 12MP K-x and 10MP K2000. A year ago, while looking for more portable alternatives with decent image quality, I stumbled upon Panasonic G1 with 14-45mm kit lens (considered the best kit lens) and was immediately sold on the micro 4/3 system. Even though the m4/3 sensor is inherently smaller than APS-C, the G1 is 2 generations behind the current G5 and the focusing speed isn't that great, the handling of the camera (non-slip rubbery coating all over, protruding battery grip, excellent controls and ergonomics, fully articulated flip screen) compensates for its shortcomings and make its use a real pleasure. This is also one of few cameras there iA mode really works (see below) unless you are trying to shoot backlit birds in flight while riding a rollercoaster. Later on I added more pocketable Panasonic G3 with better sensor / AF speed, touchscreen and video recording that left me with mixed feelings - what it gained in updated electronics, it lost in handling. The body is too small, slippery and at least 2 physical buttons short compared to the G1. As a result, when I use the G1 the first question in my head is "Can I get this shot knowing its limitations?", while with the G3 "Where should I grab it to get the shot?". I am also using PS Panasonic ZS7 with pretty sharp Leica zoom as a "pocket notebook" in PASM (unlike the G1 its iA and iA+ are just horrendous), so ZS7 IQ is the lowest end on my scale. I am on the fence with Olympus OM-D - it's IQ, focusing speed and customization beats many DSLRs but the body is on a smallish side and rather "dense" that makes its handling similar to the G3. Recently a reasonably priced 3rd party screw-on plastic grip has been release that should improve on handling.Based on the above, my expectations for the NEX-6 were a compact but not too small size with comfortable handling, use in bright sun - OVF, tiltable screen (not fully articulated but better than fixed), IQ between K-5 and K-x/G1/G3, not the fastest in the industry but fast for my purposes AF, compact lens (willing to compromise a bit at the expense of IQ) and focus peaking for manual high quality lenses (with adapter). Here is what I've gotten so far:Build/Handling Pros: The size is just right - not too small, not too big. Great handgrip enhanced with a textured rubber coating stretching to the back where it's contoured. The rest of the body is not rubberized but slightly textured that makes it more grippy, less shiny /conspicuous and doesn't show fingerprints smudges. The collapsed pancake zoom slightly protrudes beyond the grip with very nice weight distribution. Easy to hold and point with one hand, even better if you cradle the lens/body bottom with the other. The placement of slightly recessed textured Movie button on diagonally sliced off top right back corner is ingenious. Out of the way but easily reachable with positive tactile feedback - can't miss it in total darkness! All dials well textured with just right resistance and clicks. VIEWFINDER- VIEWFINDER- VIEWFINDER!!! LCD is good but you can't read it in bright sun, tilting helps but not that much. Bright, decent resolution, less "oily" look than previous generation, clear fonts that I was able to read clearly w/o glasses (the larger LCD with font set to large could read about 80%). Histogram in the EVF, changing PASM modes and parameters within them with the dial w/o taking your eye off it is a PLEASURABLE experience (and fast). DMF mode for zooming-auto-manual focus with the lens zoom ring (+good tactile feedback with a minute lag). Shows battery charge in %. All the above is simply delightful photographic experience!Cons: -1*. SD card in the battery compartment is place very close and parallel to the hinges of the door (m.b. 1-2mm apart), very difficult to remove. The card/camera will be eventually broken/damaged /jammed. Absolutely idiotic engineering for $1000 camera. Even if I solve the rest of problems, most likely I will return the camera just for that. Do you want to loose 64/128GB of data and/or the camera in the most inappropriate moment?Unpleasant but I can live with: USB 2.0 - slow file transfer, SD cards are getting bigger and faster, why on earth not USB 3.0? Battery charging in camera - for 280min ~5h you can't use the camera. Not even browse pics/menu while on charger - it charges in OFF position. External charger with 2 spare batteries goes for ~$30 on Amazon but at least a basic Sony charger should have been included for the price. Menus are not bad but long untabbed - there is a scroll bar on the right showing how far you are from the beginning-end, no use for left-right buttons of the multi-dial as in most other cameras. Someone here complained that the menus are broken into multiple subdivisions (Camera-Settings-Color etc) and it makes difficult to remember where to find what you need. This is true bit it also makes these subdivisions shorter and easier to scroll, otherwise we would have to deal with menus similar to the Fuji X10 that are 5-6 pages deep w/o any indication on what page you currently are. Also, for the camera of such caliber the list of offered of menu options is a bit short. Of the present options you can put the histogram on LCD only in one set of limited number of other parameters shown. Why can't I put it with any of available sets? Makes no sense. The battery life is on a shorter side. To prolong it one can set LCD to Viewfinder only - use it to show parameters only and have live view /histogram in the EVF.JPEG image quality. I expected IQ between that of K-5 and G1/G3. For some reason it is consistently below G1 with very sharp Panasonic 14-45mm or 20mm f1.7 lenses (to be fair Panasonic uses in cameras lens correction by default), not to mention that of K-5. To test the system I turned OFF all lens correction in the menu and switched from the hybrid to normal AF. About 100 test shots were done under day light with shutter speed 1/1250-1/2000 with IS ON (that shouldn't matter at such short shutter speeds, noise reduction set to stnd first, low later. There is no option to disable the NR). I have an impression that the camera slightly front focusing. Handheld shots with very sharp stopped down to 5.6 SMC Pentax 50mm f1.7 in manual mode with focus peaking were not as sharp as expected for rather advanced Sony sensor. To eliminate potential problems with IS, I`ll redo MF shots on a tripod with IS OFF and the same with the kit pancake with and w/o in camera lens correction. At the same time, all my shots show a clear decrease in sharpness and increase in details smearing ("watercolor" effect) with increase in ISO. ISO 100 shots are passable, higher than that it depends with quick deterioration at ISO 400-800. From this camera I expected clean out of camera JPEGs at ISO 1600. I might have gotten a defective camera but these are image processing artifacts. Could not try RAW yet w/o updating LR to 4.3. -1* for jpeg processing. iA and iA+ in my copy of the NEX-6 are below par, for the sake of others hope it's a fluke. Just a fair warning - don't expect stellar pics out of the box.The uploaded pic shows better dynamic range (understandably) of the APS-C sensor vs. smaller micro3/4 but the resolution (as out of the camera JPEG) is not even close to 2yr old G1 with very sharp kit 14-45mm or pancake 20/1.7. Those from G1/G3 would show every single coat hair and her extremely long and thin eyelashes almost "sticking out" of the pic at 100% zoom. Once again, I am reviewing MY SINGLE COPY of the NEX-6/pancake zoom combo, that may be defective. The handling is exceptional (looks like other people have no problems with the SD card port), JPEG quality at the base ISO100 no better than micro4/3 and visibly degrades with ISO increase, the hybrid AF is adequate but not on par with that of Nikon 1. Feels like a "beta" version released before the Holiday shopping season. I applaud Sony's innovations put in one small package and hope that with the firmware updates it will be worth the price.P.S. This is my first Sony camera, would appreciate feedback from people with NEX-5n NEX-7 experience.P.P.S. Put links to Quesabesde "Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony NEX-6: face to face" comparison in the comments section. Shows clean RAW ISO3200 images.
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