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Sony a6500

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Pros

  • The camera feels well built and even the battery cover feels good
  • The video is wonderful---ten times better than any of my other professional camera
  • It is compatible with most of Apple products with latest OS

Cons

  • The memory card slot is in under the camera
  • The menus are now colour coded
  • lack of it

Key specs

  • CMOS
  • Advanced Photo System type-C (APS-C)
  • 23.5x15.6 mm
  • 24 Mpx
  • 6000, 4000 px
  • Sony E
  • 22
  • AI Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, One Shot Focus
  • 2.95 in
  • yes

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Sony a6500 - Pros & Cons

Sony a6500

Pros

  • The camera feels well built and even the battery cover feels good
  • The video is wonderful---ten times better than any of my other professional camera
  • It is compatible with most of Apple products with latest OS
  • A6500 is a solid step forward
  • it is better suited for shooting video
  • 360 degree view is amazingly useful
  • it performed very well
  • make it easy to shoot compelling lifestyle images
  • solid and well-built
  • A6500's autofocus system is powerful and advanced
  • Tracking performance was extremely accurate

Cons

  • The memory card slot is in under the camera
  • The menus are now colour coded
  • lack of it
  • it looks (and feels) slightly unbalanced
  • lack of in body IS (or its effectiveness)
  • confusing use of dual partially redundant control points
  • impairs usability and very bad management of customer relations
  • Sony is a bit late to the game
  • the markings on the mode dial have almost worn off
  • Unjustified rolling shutter effect
  • Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera

Sony a6500 - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
2.95 in
Best:
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
Screen size: 6.7 in
IconISO maximum
51200
Best:
Pentax KP
ISO maximum: 819200
IconEffective pixels
24 Mpx
Best:
Hasselblad H6D-100c
Effective pixels: 100 Mpx
IconMax resolution
6000 x 4000 px
Best:
Leica M11
Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px

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Sony a6500 - Full Specifications

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Sensor
Sensor typeCMOS
Image sensor format
Advanced Photo System type-C
Sensor size0.93 in
Sensor photo detectors25.0 Mpx
Effective pixels24.0 Mpx
Image ratio w:h
  • 3:2
  • 16:9
Max resolution6000 x 4000 px
ProcessorBIONZ X
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Optics and focus
Lens mountSony E
Digital zoom8.0 x
Magnification (Crop factor)1.5 x
Minimum aperture4
Maximum aperture22
AF assist (auto-focus assist light)Lamp
Focus adjustmentAuto/Manual
Contrast autofocusyes
Contrast adjustmentyes
Saturation adjustmentyes
Brightness adjustmentyes
Focal length multiplier1.5x
Autofocus
  • AI Focus
  • Continuous Auto Focus
  • One Shot Focus
Auto Focus (AF) lockyes
Manual focusyes
Auto Focus (AF) points selection
  • Auto
  • Manual
Auto Focus (AF) assist beamyes
Number of focus points425
Max number of AF points (incl. assistant)425
Image stabiliserBuilt-in
Filter diameter2.83 in
Phase detection autofocusyes
Number of AF points (contrast)169
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Photography features
Shooting modes
  • Aperture priority
  • Auto
  • Manual
  • Movie
  • Scene
  • Shutter priority
Camera shutter typeElectronic
Minimum shutter speed30.0 s
Maximum shutter speed1.0 s
Shutter priorityyes
Aperture priorityyes
Manual exposure modeyes
Number of exposures3
Exposure compensation plus5
Exposure compensation minus-5
Expousure compensation steps
  • 1/3
  • 1/2
Auto exposure lockyes
AE EV steps
  • 1/3
  • 1/2
  • 2/3
  • 1
  • 2
Continuous shootingyes
Self-timer delay
  • 2
  • 5
  • 10
Histogramyes
AE frames
  • 3
  • 5
WB Bracketing
Yes
Flash sync speed1/160s
Built-in flashyes
Flash range6
Flash modes
  • Auto
  • Fill-in
  • Flash OFF
  • Flash ON
  • High-speed Sync
  • Redeye Reduction
  • Slow Sync
External flash connectionHot shoe
Flash metering systemTTL
External flashyes
Continuous drive11.0 fps
Scene modes
  • Night
  • Night landscape
  • Sunset
  • Landscape
Self-timeryes
Metering modes
  • Multi
  • Center-weighted
  • Highlight-weighted
  • Spot
Manual settingsyes
Speed (JPEG)11.0 fps
Speed (RAW)11.0 fps
Exposure bracketing0.3 - 3.0±EV
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Audio features
Built-in microphoneyes
Microphone typeStereo
Built-in speakersyes
Speaker typeMono
Voice recordingyes
Audio systemMono
Supported audio file formatsAAC
Noise reductionyes
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Dimensions
Weight15.98 oz
Width4.72 in
Height2.63 in
Depth2.1 in
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Power
Power source typeBattery
Battery life (CIPA)350
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion
Battery level indicatoryes
Number of batteries supported1
AC adapter includedY
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Other features
GPSno
Orientation sensoryes
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Image
ISO
  • 100
  • 51200
ISO minimum100
ISO maximum51200
Boosted ISO maximum51200
Maximum image resolution6000 x 4000 px
White balance presets8
White balance modes
  • Auto
  • Cloudy
  • Daylight
  • Flash
  • Fluorescent
  • Fluorescent H
  • Fluorescent L
  • Incandescent
  • Shade
  • Underwater
Supported image file formats
  • JPEG
  • RAW
Photo effects
  • Black&White
  • Neutral
  • Sepia
  • Vivid
Image stabilizeryes
Image stabilization typeSensor-shift
Image stabilization axis5-axis
Supported aspect ratios
  • 3:2
  • 16:9
Uncompressed formatRAW
HDRyes
AEB/HDR supportyes
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Screen and viewfinder
Screen size2.95 in
Articulated LCDyes
Screen technologyLCD TFT
Screen dots921600
Touch screenyes
Field of view100.0 %
Live viewyes
ViewfinderElectronic
Viewfinder screen size0.39 in
Viewfinder coverage100.0 %
Viewfinder resolution2359296.0 px
Viewfinder magnification1.07 x
Dioptre correctionyes
Diopter adjustment (D-D)-4 - 3
Eye relief0.91 in
Separate info displayno
Flip-out screenno
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Videography features
Maximum resolution3840 x 2160 px
Video recordingyes
Recording resolutions
  • 1280 x 720
  • 1920 x 1080
  • 3840 x 2160
HD type4K Ultra HD
Supported video file formats
  • AVCHD
  • H.264
  • MPEG-4
  • XAVC S
Analog signal format system
  • NTSC
  • PAL
Camera playback
  • Movie
  • Single image
  • Slide show
Video recording limit105.0 min.
Max resolution (highest frame rate)1920 x 1080
Max frame rate (highest resolution)30.0 fps
Max frame rate (regardless of res.)120.0 fps
Motion JPEG frame rate30.0 fps
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Design
Body typeMILC
Body materialAluminum-magnesium
Colour of productBlack
Anti-dust systemyes
Environmentally sealedyes
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Storage
Compatible memory cards
  • MS Micro
  • MS Pro Duo
  • MS Pro-HG Duo
  • MicroSD
  • MicroSDHC
  • MicroSDXC
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
Memory slots1
Storage types
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
  • Memory Stick Pro Duo
Camera file system
  • DCF 2.0
  • Exif 2.31
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Connectivity
HDMIyes
HDMI connector typeMicro
USB connector typeMicro-USB
USB version2.0
Headphone portno
Microphone portyes
WirelessBuilt-In
Supported WiFi types
  • IEEE 802.11b
  • IEEE 802.11g
  • IEEE 802.11n
DC-in jackyes
Remote controlyes
NFCyes
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version4.1
Firewireno

Sony a6500 - Q&A (11)

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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Is the Sony a6500 good in low light?
    britta
    over 1 year ago
    Yes, The Sony a6500 is really good for photography. it has everything a creative photographer needs.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Does The Sony a6500 overheat?
    catherine_auer
    over 1 year ago
    The Sony a6500 get overheating during movie recording, especially in higher quality like 4K.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Is Sony a6500 better than A6300?
    herbert.hilll
    over 1 year ago
    Yes, The Sony a6500 can process more data at the same time than a6300. This means Sony a6500 camera can shoot at full speed for a longer period of time.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    What is the best ISO for Sony a6500?
    delfina.zemlak
    over 1 year ago
    You can happily also use The ISO 3200 and ISO 6400 on The Sony a6500 camera.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Does the Sony a6500 shoot 4K?
    terence_rodriguez
    over 1 year ago
    Yes, The Sony a6500 can record UHD 4K video at 24, 25 and 30fps.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Does Sony a6500 have record limit?
    florance
    over 1 year ago
    Actually, The Sony a6500 has not any recording limit. You will be able to record footage until memory card fills up or the battery empties.
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    Votes
    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Did Sony stop making Sony a6500?
    wilburn
    over 1 year ago
    Yes, The Sony Suspends Production of The Sony a6500 camera.
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  • 0
    Votes
    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Does the Sony a6500 have Image Stabilization?
    loreta
    over 1 year ago
    Yes, The Sony a6500 has Image Stabilization!
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  • 0
    Votes
    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Does Sony a6500 have Mic jack?
    terry_schmeler
    over 1 year ago
    Yes, The Sony a6500 feature a 3.5mm mic input.
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  • 0
    Votes
    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Is the Sony a6500 good for beginners?
    pamala_daniel
    over 1 year ago
    The Sony a6500 is the perfect beginner camera for it's great for photo AND video.
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  • 0
    Votes
    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    How long does Sony a6500 battery last?
    lyn.hagenes
    over 1 year ago
    The Sony a6500 battery can go up to 350 shots with an LCD screen and 310 shots with ViewFinder.
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Sony a6500 Sony - Editorial Reviews (34)

4.5
Based on 34 reviews
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Sony a6500 Camera Review: Sony's a6500 | PDN Online
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PDN Online
Published: 10.05.2017
Camera Review: Sony's a6500 | PDN Online

This new camera is well designed and barn-blazing fast. Here’s how it performed during our hands-on test.

Sony a6500 Sony Announces Two NEW cameras the a6500 and RX100V - Luminous Landscape
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Luminous Landscape
Published: 07.10.2016
Sony Announces Two NEW cameras the a6500 and RX100V - Luminous Landscape

  Publishers note: This has been quite a year for Sony camera announcements.  There is no question that Sony has plans to dominate the mirrorless market and with the release of over 7 cameras this year they are certainly showing they have the desire.  I can’t help but think that many of these new camera [Read More]

Sony a6500 [Review] Sony α6500: Capturing photos and videos in high resolution | LiveatPC.com - Home of PC.com Malaysia
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Published: 26.06.2017
[Review] Sony α6500: Capturing photos and videos in high resolution | LiveatPC.com - Home of PC.com Malaysia

Yet another mirrorless camera The market is getting bigger, and Sony is set to be one of the big-name players in that market. The new Sony a6500 is a great example of what Sony thinks the market wants – and by golly we do agree with some of their choices in this body. In fact […]

Sony a6500 Sony a6500 mirrorless camera speed monster
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The Straits Times
Published: 18.01.2017
Sony a6500 mirrorless camera speed monster

It took Sony two years to update its mid-range mirrorless camera a6000 with the a6300. But it took only around nine months for the a6500 to arrive.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Sony a6500 Sony A6500 review - Amateur Photographer
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Sony A6500 review - Amateur Photographer
5.0

Audley Jarvis takes a closer look at Sony’s flagship APS-C mirrorless camera in our Sony A6500 review

Sony a6500 Sony A6500 Digital Camera Review
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Tom's Guide
Published: 06.02.2017
Sony A6500 Digital Camera Review
4.0

Sports and serious shooters will find a lot to like in this mirrorless camera, but some of the features are overkill for casual photographers.

Sony a6500 Sony A6500 Review | Camera Decision
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Camera Decision
Published: 06.10.2016
Sony A6500 Review | Camera Decision
3.9

Sony A6500 is a 24.0MP Advanced Mirrorless camera with a APS-C sized CMOS sensor and Sony E mount. Read our A6500 review to find its pros and cons.

Sony a6500 Sony Alpha A6500 review - Cameralabs
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Cameralabs
Published: 30.11.2016
Sony Alpha A6500 review - Cameralabs
4.5

In depthQualitySamplesVerdictIn depthThe Sony Alpha A6500 is an upper mid-range mirrorless camera with a 24 Megapixel APSC sensor, built-in stabilisation, touchscreen, 4k video and a powerful AF system that’s perfect for action shooters. Announced in October 2016, it comes only eight months after the A6300, but doesn’t replace it. The A6300, and indeed the A6000,…

Sony a6500 Sony a6500 - Hands-on Review - Videomaker
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Videomaker
Published: 28.11.2016
Sony a6500 - Hands-on Review - Videomaker

Sony recently announced the a6500, an update to the a6300. Both are still on the market, and in this review we put it up against the Sony a6300, a7S II

Sony a6500 Sony A6500 review
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digitalcameraworld
Published: 21.02.2018
Sony A6500 review
3.5

It’s Sony’s most advanced APS-C-format mirrorless camera, but is its premium price justified?

Sony a6500 Sony Alpha A6500
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Trusted Reviews
Published: 20.12.2016
Sony Alpha A6500
4.5

Sony A6500 review: Good but not perfect

Sony a6500 Best cameras under $1500
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Published: 20.10.2020
Best cameras under $1500

What’s the best camera for under $1500? These midrange cameras should have capable autofocus systems, lots of direct controls and the latest sensors offering great image quality. In this buying guide we’ve rounded up all the current interchangeable lens cameras costing less than $1500 and recommended the best.

Sony a6500 Sony A6500 Lab Review: How Does This Flagship Mirrorless Camera from Sony Stack Up?
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Published: 28.04.2017
Sony A6500 Lab Review: How Does This Flagship Mirrorless Camera from Sony Stack Up?

The Sony A6500 is a mirrorless camera with professional features that offers an extremely fast AF system, a 24MP sensor in APS-C format, and is the first A6-series camera with an integrated 5-axis image stabilizer.

Sony a6500 Sony A6500 Review: Shooting With Sony’s Premium E-Mount Mirrorless Camera in Austin, Texas
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Published: 06.04.2017
Sony A6500 Review: Shooting With Sony’s Premium E-Mount Mirrorless Camera in Austin, Texas

©Dan Havlik When the invitation arrived to join Sony and a group of editors and writers in Austin, Texas, for a couple days of shooting with the new A6500 APS-C mirrorless camera, my response was swift and unequivocal: “When do I leave?” Austin is a fun town known for superb cuisine, great music, friendly folks, and an abundance of shooting opportunities, and I’ve been eager to get my hands on the compact powerhouse A6500 ever since it was announced last October.

Sony a6500 Camera Review: Sony a6500 (A Great Camera, but Not a Fantastic One)
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Published: 30.12.2016
Camera Review: Sony a6500 (A Great Camera, but Not a Fantastic One)

The Sony a6500 is the third refresh to the a6000 series of cameras. It's very good, but Sony should wait before its update.

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