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
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995 Reviews
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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
Like its predecessors, the ILCE-α6000 is a nice little camera with plenty of adjustable functions and a worthwhile range of upgrades and enhancements that make it better than the earlier models.Noteworthy improvements include the updated AF system and rev...
Small and light, Works well in auto mode, Decent range of interchangeable lenses
No option for an EVF, Electronic zoom ring on lens is annoying, Learning the controls takes some time
Go for the Sony a5000 if you like the idea of an interchangeable lens camera, but also want a camera body that's small and light. It can be used in manual mode, but it does good work in auto mode, too, which is just as well since changing manual settings...
For an entry-level interchangeable-lens camera, the α5000 has a lot of advantages; it's small and light, takes nice-looking photos and movies and comes with a reasonably competent lens. On the downside, the lack of a viewfinder is a big disadvantage for a...
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....
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Published: 2014-06-30, Author: Elias , review by: pcworld.co.nz
Small and light, Works well in auto mode, Decent range of interchangeable lenses
No option for an EVF, Electronic zoom ring on lens is annoying, Learning the controls takes some time
Go for the Sony a5000 if you like the idea of an interchangeable lens camera, but also want a camera body that's small and light. It can be used in manual mode, but it does good work in auto mode, too, which is just as well since changing manual settings...
Published: 2015-01-09, Author: Aman , review by: nothingwired.com
Abstract: Updated as on January 2014. Don't forget to bookmark this page, as we will be updating it regularly.Mirrorless cameras are the new cool things in the world of photography. Recently, almost every brand has been focussing on the mirrorless cameras and comin...
To summarize the categories mentioned above, mirrorless cameras have the advantage of being lighter, more compact, faster and better for video. Mirrorless cameras are best for beginners since you can easily pack it in your bag and you'll have the perks of...
Abstract: The entry-level a5000 is Sony's smallest and lightest interchangeable lens mirrorless camera.The review unit came in pink with the E-mount PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS kit lens, which has a powered zoom mechanism. It is also available in black or white.With t...
Abstract: The entry-level a5000 is Sony's smallest and lightest interchangeable lens mirrorless camera.The review unit came in pink with the E-mount PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS kit lens, which has a powered zoom mechanism. It is also available in black or white.With t...
Abstract: Dentro del proceso de renombrado de sus conocias NEX, algo que no acabamos de entender cuando ya se habían hecho un nombre, Sony presentaba la A5000 que ya hemos probado en Xataka Foto . De nuestro análisis de la Sony A5000 nos quedamos con la ligereza y...
