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Sony a5100 16-50mm Mirrorless Digital Camera with 3-Inch Flip Up LCD (White)

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Color: White


Style: w/ 16-50mm


Set: Base


Features

  • Ultra-fast auto focus with 179 AF points and 6Fps, Video Format: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  • Capture life in high resolution with 24MP APS-C sensor
  • Instant sharing via smartphone with Wi-Fi and NFC1
  • Record Full HD 1080/24/60P video3 up to 50MB/s. Operating temperature: Range 32-104F / 0-40C
  • We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10C to 30C(50oF to 86oF). AF Illuminator range-Approx. 0.3- approx. 3.0 m (with E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached)

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Sony a5100 Interchangeable Lens Camera with 16-50mm Lens, White brand_description Sony α5100 Mirrorless Camera w/ 16-50mm lensCapture that crucial moment with ultra-fast autofocusing, 179 AF points and 6 fps. This lightweight camera delivers 24.3MP of detail even in low light, and you can share photos right to your smartphone through built-in Wi-Fi. Record Full HD Video or flip over the 180° tilt screen for perfectly framed selfies. TechnologyUltra-fast and accurate auto focus with 179 AF points and 6FpsSnap into focus with ultra-fast 0.07 second AF (Auto Focus) speed and never miss the moment. The α5100 also realizes up to 6fps continuous shooting with AF tracking by making the most of the wide-area 179-point phase-detection AF sensor. Even when dealing with a moving subject the α5100’s superb moving- subject tracking performance ensures you get the shot during still or video capture.Capture life in high resolution with 24MP APS-C sensorYou get incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements thanks to the newly developed 24.3 megapixel Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor. It’s higher resolution than most DSLRs and adopts the same gapless on-chip lens structure as the α7R for ultimate image quality and light sensitivityInstant sharing via smartphone with Wi-Fi and NFCWi-Fi connectivity allows you to control your camera with your compatible Smartphone or Tablet. Frame an image on your smartphone’s LCD, and simply click the camera’s shutter you’re your device. You can even transfer the images taken directly to your mobile device for quick editing and uploading - sharing has never been easier. With NFC (near field communication) - connectivity has been simplified to one-touch. Simply touch the camera to the compatible NFC enabled device to connect. Record Full HD 1080/24/60P video up to 50MB/sMake movie magic with Full HD 1920 x 1080 video in cinematic 24p, or capture fast action at incredible 60p and 60i frame-rates. Made even easier with the α5100’s 179 point AF (auto focus) system – tracking moving subjects is not a problem. Selectable in-camera – XAVC S for broadcast quality – high 50Mb/s bitrate, Blu-ray quality - AVCHD or simple and easier upload to the web - MP4 codecs are available. For serious videographers, uncompressed 8bit 4:2:2 clean-screen video files to external recording devices is possible via the HDMI connection.All the quality in half the size & weight of other DSLRsThe α5100 is a super compact Mirrorless camera that’s about half the size and weight of a typical DSLR, yet it has the same size APS-C sensor as most DSLRs. The interchangeable lenses and E-mount system make the α5100 more versatile than almost any other camera on the market.Stunning low light photos with ISO range of 100-25600The α5100 features high sensitivity thanks to the newly developed Exmor CMOS sensor and BIONZ X processor. You get stunning detail in in low light from ISO range 100 – 25000. And for an additional burst of light, the α5100 features a pop-up flash. Additional FeaturesCreate easy selfies with flip-up touch-screen LCDThe α5100’s tiltable LCD screen flips up 180° to make shooting self-portraits a snap. Include other people, experiment with interesting angles or shoot against famous landmarks. When you press the shutter, the camera does all the work.Enhance your camera and creativity with Camera AppsPersonalize your camera by adding new features of your choice with PlayMemories Camera Apps. Find apps to fit your shooting style from portraits, detailed close-ups, sports, time lapse, motion shot and much 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 photos directly to Facebook or backup images to the cloud without connecting to a computer.Built-in pop-up flash brightens the scenePerfect when an extra burst of light is needed to get the shot, the built-in Guide Number 6 flash1 combines with high ISO sensitivity to enable shooting in just about any setting. Easy one hand use with convenient power zoom leverA new 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. Perfect for use with Sony power zoom lenses like the SELP1650 (16-50mm), SELP18200 (18-200mm) and SELP18105G (18-105mm).

Compatible Mountings: Sony E (NEX), Sony FE


Aspect Ratio: 43


Photo Sensor Technology: CMOS


Supported File Format: JPEG (DCF v2.0, EXIF v2.3), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3)


Image Stabilization: No


Maximum Focal Length: 50 Millimeters


Optical Zoom: 3 x


Maximum Aperture: 3.5 Millimeters


Expanded ISO Minimum: 100


Metering Description: Multi, Center-weighted, Spot


Brand: Sony


Model Name: Sony Alpha A5100


Age Range Description: Adult


Built-In Media: AC-UB10 AC Adapter, Micro USB Cable, NP-FW50 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery (1020mAh), Shoulder Strap, Sony Alpha a5100 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 16-50mm Lens, Sony E 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ OSS Lens (Silver), Warranty


Are Batteries Included: Yes


Model Number: ILCE5100L/W


Remote Included: No


Model Series: Alpha


Series Number: 5000


UPC: 725638388671 027242883246


Item Height: 2.48 inches


Manufacturer: Sony


Warranty Description: 1 year coverage for labor, 1 year coverage for parts


Metering Methods: Multi, Center-weighted, Spot


Exposure Control: Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority


White Balance Settings: Auto


Self Timer: 10 Seconds


Screen Size: 3 Inches


Display Type: LCD


Display Fixture Type: Tilting


Touch Screen Type: Yes


Display Resolution Maximum: 921600


Has Color Screen: Yes


Flash Memory Type: SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo


Memory Slots Available: 1


Write Speed: 6 fps, 50 MB/s


Compatible Mountings: Sony E (NEX), Sony FE


Sensor Type: CMOS


Image stabilization: No


Maximum Aperture: 3.5 Millimeters


Expanded ISO Minimum: 100


Photo Sensor Resolution: 24 MP


Photo Sensor Size: APS-C (23.5 x 15.6mm)


Maximum Shutter Speed: 1/4000 Seconds


Minimum Shutter Speed: 30 seconds


Form Factor: Mirrorless


Special Feature: Brightness Control


Color: White


Item Weight: 9.92 ounces


Video Resolution: FHD 1080p


Viewfinder: Electronic


Flash Modes: Automatic


Camera Flash: Built-In


Skill Level: Professional


Compatible Devices: Devices with Wi-Fi and NFC capabilities


Continuous Shooting: 6


Aperture modes: F3.5–F5.6


Flash Sync Speed: 1/160_sec


Video Capture Format: avchd;xavc_s


Expanded ISO Maximum: 25600


Battery Weight: 20 Grams


Delay between shots: 0.17 Seconds


Battery Cell Type: Lithium Ion


Battery Average Life: 400 Photos


Guide Number: 216


Battery Type: Lithium Ion


Aspect Ratio: 43


File Format: JPEG (DCF v2.0, EXIF v2.3), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3)


Effective Still Resolution: 24 MP


JPEG Quality Level: Basic, Fine, Normal


Supported Image Format: JPEG


Maximum Image Size: 6000 Pixels


Bit Depth: 10 Bit


Total Still Resolution: 24.3 MP


Maximum Focal Length: 50 Millimeters


Optical Zoom: 3 x


Lens Type: Interchangeable


Zoom: digital


Camera Lens: 16-50mm


Minimum Focal Length: 16 Millimeters


Digital Zoom: 2


Number of Diaphragm Blades: 7


Lens Construction: 8 groups, 9 elements


Connectivity Technology: HDMI, NFC, USB


Wireless Technology: NFC, Wi-Fi


Total USB 2.0 Ports: 1


Total USB Ports: 1


Shooting Modes: Anti-Motion Blur, Hand-held Twilight, Landscape, Macro, Night portrait, Night Scene, Portrait, Sports action, Sunset


Digital-Still: Yes


Movie Mode: Yes


Image Capture Type: Stills & Video


Night vision: No


Auto Focus Technology: Phase Detection


Focus Features: Hybrid


Autofocus Points: 25


Focus Type: Auto Focus


Focus Mode: Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C)


Autofocus: Yes


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