Testseek.co.uk have collected 93 expert reviews of the Sony Alpha A5000 and the average rating is 77%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony Alpha A5000.
March 2014
(77%)
93 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(90%)
995 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Compact design
180° tilt screen
WiFi and NFC
Easy to use
Great picture quality up to 3200 ISO
PASM settings in video mode
Uses the same graphic interface as Sony's RX cameras
Small size
Creative options
Tilting screen
Large 20.1megapixel resolution from an equally big APSC sensor results in sharply detailed shots
Tilting LCD screen
Builtin flash
Fairly priced kit with Power Zoom
Compact build
Hi-res APS-C sensor
Great value for money
Improved Bionz-X processor
Wi-Fi/ NFC
Good metering and white balance
Very high-quality stills
Lightweight
Good price
Selfie-shifting LCD screen
The editors didn't like
1650 mm OSS is disappointing and quality varies from one model to the next
Slow startup (with the 1650 mm OSS lens)
No touchscreen
Screen resolution could be higher
Limited raw functionality
Screen not fully articulated
Even with compact zoom lens this is still a squeeze for all but a roomy jacket pocket
No viewfinder or hotshoe via which to affix such an accessory
The Sony Alpha A5000 is packed with so many built-in features such as sweep panorama, zebra, peaking and picture effects that makes the Sony A5000 an ideal camera for both entry-leve and experienced users. You can transfer images/video shots from the A500...
While Sony still isn't the first name most people think of when it comes to digital cameras, it is making waves with its robust camera lineup. While it isn't common knowledge for most consumers, Sony is actually the dominant producer of digital camera s...
Large 20.1megapixel resolution from an equally big APSC sensor results in sharply detailed shots, tilting LCD screen, builtin flash, fairly priced kit with Power Zoom
Even with compact zoom lens this is still a squeeze for all but a roomy jacket pocket, no viewfinder or hotshoe via which to affix such an accessory
It might not look the flashiest on test, but the stripped back A5000 is one of the easiest and most accessible routes to achieving more professional-looking shots for anyone upgrading from a smartphone, and with the Power Zoom the price seems fair too. ...
No touchscreen, Limited raw functionality, Screen not fully articulated
Another decent, well performing camera from Sony here. The A5000 is a good buy for those looking for their first compact system camera, offering a decent range of options for both beginners and those who are a little more experienced....
Very high-quality stills, Lightweight, good price, Selfie-shifting LCD screen
Slow burst speeds, Relatively low-quality LCD, no touch, 1080/60i video, not 60p
With its 20.1MP APS-C sensor and $499 kit price, the Sony Alpha A5000 is a no-brainer recommendation. This would be an excellent move for those of leaving the land of compacts for an interchangeable lens camera. That said the A5000 does have its limitat...
Although the Alpha 5000 is effectively a rebrand and refresh of the NEX-3N, Sony has made noticeable improvements in previously contentious areas, such as noise reduction, white balance and metering, as well as a significant jump in resolution.The feature...
Compact design, 180° tilt screen, WiFi and NFC, Easy to use, Great picture quality up to 3200 ISO, PASM settings in video mode, Uses the same graphic interface as Sony's RX cameras
1650 mm OSS is disappointing and quality varies from one model to the next, Slow startup (with the 1650 mm OSS lens), No touchscreen, screen resolution could be higher
Great value for money, Improved Bionz-X processor, Wi-Fi/ NFC, Good metering and white balance
Poor continuous AF, Disappointing LCD
The Sony A5000 is a very good everyday compact system camera that offers a lot for its entry-level price. It's just a shame Sony has chosen to stick with a slightly underwhelming screen....
