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Sony Alpha a5000 20.1MP SLR Camera (White)

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Color: White


Features

  • 20.1 MP Exmor APS-C sensor for great images
  • Mirror less DSLR - Compact Interchangeable Lens camera system
  • Quick Wi-Fi connectivity to smartphones via NFC

Description

Capture amazing detail with the 20.1MP camera than anyone can use. with its self-portrait-friendly zoom lever and 180 Degree-tilting screen that lets you see the shots as you take them, this camera makes quality photography look easy. Ready to share these frame-worthy moments with friends? Faster-than-ever wireless sharing with one-touch NFC connectivity lets you upload to Facebook and more, directly from the camera. Ah, simplicity.The camera shake icon that looks like a hand keeps flashing and will not go away. Whether the SteadyShot feature is turned on or not, the flashing warning icon appears when the camera chooses a shutter speed that may be too slow for the intended shot. The shutter speed chosen by the camera is in part due to the focal length of the lens and the ISO setting. It is simply an indication for you to be aware that the shutter speed being used may cause unintentional blur. This is normal operation. If the Steady Shot feature is turned on it is possible for the camera to use slower shutter speeds than when it is off. The actual shutter speed at which the icon begins flashing, however, depends on the focal length of the lens. At short focal lengths (wide angle) the icon flashes when a relatively slow shutter speed is selected. When shooting with a long focal length (telephoto) the icon begins flashing at faster shutter speeds. You can still take a picture even though the icon is displayed. However, since there is a chance of image blur, make sure you are holding the camera as still as possible or consider mounting the camera to a tripod. The icon appears most often when shooting in areas that do not have sufficient lighting. Therefore, selecting a higher ISO setting or using a flash may cause the camera to choose a faster shutter speed and prevent the icon from flashing. NOTES: The icon only flashes in the modes that automatically set the shutter speed. It does not appear when using the Shutter Priority (S) or Manual (M) mode. The background of a picture is dark and underexposed when using a flash. To avoid dark backgrounds when taking a picture of your subject, set the camera to use the Slow Sync flash mode. This setting illuminates your subject with the flash and keeps the shutter open a little longer (by slowing down the shutter speed) to allow ambient light to brighten the background. NOTES: • It is possible to take very good hand-held photos with the Slow Sync mode. However, since a slower shutter speed is used, the image is more susceptible to blur because of camera shake. Consider using a tripod if you experience unwanted blur when using the Slow Sync mode. • When using an external flash unit, another method of illuminating both foreground and background is to use bounce flash. This is done by tilting the flash head upwards to bounce the light from the ceiling. The pictures are too white or overexposed Depending on the mode with which you are shooting, overexposed pictures can normally be corrected by simply adjusting a few settings. First, if you are close to your subject and have not already done so, try shooting without the flash. If shooting in AUTO, Shutter Priority (S), Aperture Priority (A), Program (P), or one of the scene selection modes, decrease the exposure compensation. Although the camera automatically chooses the exposure value when shooting with these modes, sometimes certain lighting can cause the camera to select an insufficient setting. In these situations, you can override and lower the exposure value if necessary. When shooting in the Manual (M) mode, you have even more flexibility for correcting white, overexposed pictures. Try doing one or more of the following: 1. Use a lower ISO setting like 100 or 200. 2. Increase the shutter speed. 3. Close the aperture of the lens by using a higher f-stop number. Something else to keep in mind is the metering mode you are using; the metering mode is a method the camera uses to measure the brightness of a subject. You may want to consider using a different metering mode. • Multi segment: This mode divides the whole screen into multiple segments to measure light. It is suitable for general shooting, including shooting into direct sunlight. • Center weighted: While emphasizing the central area of the screen, this mode measures the average brightness of the entire screen. If you shoot directly into the sunlight or the subject is not in the center of the image, you may need to use exposure compensation. • Spot: This mode measures light only in the spot metering circle in the center of the frame. It is suitable for shooting a subject with strong contrast. NOTE: If model-specific information is required to complete any of the recommendations in this solution, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the product. Manuals, Specifications and Warranty information for your Sony product is available online. AVCHD video is not recognized or cannot be transferred to a Macintosh computer.p> Macintosh computers do not support AVCHD video recorded in 60p (1080 and 720). If you want to easily transfer video to a Mac, we recommend changing the recording format on the camera. Depending on the camera, you can change it to MP4 or AVCHD such as 24i, 60i, etc. Alternatively, you can manually copy videos recorded in 60p (1080 and 720) to your computer. Media converter software is available for Mac computers that may allow you to transfer video that was recorded in 60p. This software is available at Sourceforge website. IMPORTANT: • AVCHD video is only supported with iMovie 10.0 software or newer. It is recommended the iMovie software on the computer be updated to the newest version to ensure compatibility. • The computer requires an Intel Core Duo processor or better to support AVCHD video. • If both AVCHD and MPEG2 or MP4 formatted movies are recorded, the AVCHD movies may not be recognized. If this happens, import all the MP4 or MPEG2 movies to the computer and then delete them from the camera. Afterwards, disconnect and reconnect the USB cable so the AVCHD movies can be recognized. • Power Mac G5 does not support the AVCHD format.

Compatible Mountings: Sony E (NEX), Sony FE


Aspect Ratio: 32


Photo Sensor Technology: CMOS


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


Image Stabilization: SteadyShot


Maximum Focal Length: 50 Millimeters


Optical Zoom: 3.1 x


Expanded ISO Minimum: 100


Metering Description: Multi, Center-weighted, Spot


Brand: Sony


Compatible Mountings: Sony E (NEX), Sony FE


Aspect Ratio: 32


Sensor Type: CMOS


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


Image stabilization: SteadyShot


Expanded ISO Minimum: 100


Photo Sensor Resolution: 20.1 MP


Photo Sensor Size: APS-C (23.2 x 15.4mm)


Maximum Shutter Speed: 1/4000 Seconds


Minimum Shutter Speed: 30 seconds


Exposure Control: Automatic


Form Factor: Mirrorless


Effective Still Resolution: 20.1


Special Feature: Face Detection


Color: White


Screen Size: 3 Inches


Shooting Modes: Automatic


Item Weight: 0.59 Pounds


Video Resolution: FHD 1080p


Viewfinder: Electronic


Flash Modes: Slow Sync, Rear Sync


Camera Flash: Built-In


Skill Level: Professional


Specific Uses For Product: Photography, Videography, Vlogging, Self-Portraits


Compatible Devices: Android smartphones/tablets, Computers


Continuous Shooting: 3.5


Aperture modes: F2.8-F5.6


Flash Sync Speed: 1/160 sec


Video Capture Format: AVCHD


Expanded ISO Maximum: 16000


Connectivity Technology: HDMI, NFC, USB


Wireless Technology: Yes


Video Output: HDMI


Total USB 3.0 Ports: 1


Total USB Ports: 1


Total Video Out Ports: 1


Total USB 2.0 Ports: 1


Hardware Interface: HDMI, USB


HDMI Type: Type D Micro HDMI


Digital-Still: Yes


Movie Mode: Yes


Image Capture Type: Stills & Video


Flash Memory Type: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo


Memory Storage Capacity: 2000000 MB


Write Speed: 3.5 fps


Flash Memory Bus Interface Type: SD


Compatible Flash Memory Type: SD


JPEG Quality Level: Basic, Fine, Normal


Supported Image Format: JPEG, ARW


Bit Depth: 12 Bit


Total Still Resolution: 20.1 MP


Maximum Focal Length: 50 Millimeters


Optical Zoom: 3.1 x


Lens Type: Interchangeable


Zoom: Optical


Camera Lens: 50 Mm


Minimum Focal Length: 16 Millimeters


Real Angle Of View: 28.8 Degrees


Focal Length Description: 16.0-50.0 millimeters


Digital Zoom: 2


Metering Methods: Multi, Center-weighted, Spot


White Balance Settings: Auto


Brand: Sony


Model Name: ALPHA A5000


Built-In Media: AC-UB10 USB AC charger (in-camera battery charging), Mini-B USB cable, NP-FW50 Lithium ion rechargeable battery, Sony Alpha a5000 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 16-50mm OSS Lens (White), shoulder strap


Are Batteries Included: Yes


Model Number: ILCE5000L/W


Remote Included: No


Model Series: Alpha


Generation: 1


UPC: 027242874770


Manufacturer Part Number: ILCE5000L/W


Manufacturer: Sony


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


Age Range Description: Adult


Display Type: LCD


Display Fixture Type: Tilting


Display Resolution Maximum: 460800


Has Color Screen: Yes


Display Maximum Resolution: 1080x720


Touch Screen Type: Capacitive


Auto Focus Technology: Center, Continuous, Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Selective single-point, Single, Tracking


Focus Features: 25-point contrast-detect


Autofocus Points: 25


Focus Type: Manual Focus


Focus Mode: Manual Focus (MF)


Autofocus: Yes


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • I LOVE this camera
Color: Black
I am so glad I bought this camera. I am an amateur for sure, and have not bought a camera in many years. This was serious upgrade from a cheap point and shoot camera I have used for years that takes not so great pictures when conditions are not absolutely perfect. I decided to buy this one to take on a trip. Not only did it take beautiful pictures of the scenery, it took great portraits and selfies (with the flip up screen). I have always hated the selfies I took with my iPhone but with this camera I love them. I actually had to stop myself form being self-obsessed and taking more because I am so happy with how the photos turned out! I did buy a Sigma 19 lens as well as a Sony E55-210 telephoto lens to go with this camera & I love the Sigma lens but the lens that came with it also took nice photos and selfies. However, the Sigma took it up a notch for me. I love that this camera allows for interchangeable lenses, just make sure they are E-mount lenses. I bought this used and it looks and performs like new. I think the friend I traveled with was jealous how great my pictures kept coming out because usually I am jealous of hers! My sister saw the pictures I took and immediately asked where I got this camera and now she wants one too. My family was pleased with the pictures I took of them. I think this has been my best purchase of 2016 and I am pleased that I bought a used, lower model camera (the a6000 would have cost me significantly more) in order to save money and still ended up with a great camera! I received it quickly using Prime and in wonderful condition. Another feature that I like about this camera is that it has wifi so you can send the photos to your phone or laptop or whatever via a Sony app. This allowed me to easily share the pics I'd taken. Also, I keep the camera on airplane mode until I am ready to share them over wifi. then I turn airplane mode off and back on again when I'm done. Someone said that keeps the battery from running down quickly. As for the battery life, with airplane mode on most of the time, I was able to takes pictures for hours all day long, and I never went under 50% charge by the time I got to the hotel to charge it again. I did not turn it off most of the day, just let it go to sleep and then would wake it up and start shooting again. I hope this review helps you. I do not know much about cameras as far as technical aspects so I won't even begin to speak to anything like that. All I know is I thoroughly enjoy this camera! I do think you will need to spring for a telephoto lens, if you have that need. I used mine a little but I also find I cannot live without the Sigma lens. One last thing, taking pictures while in motion on a tour bus came out great!!! I have never been able to do that before. There are many settings to use and it's easy to find them and shoot in the setting you want. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2016 by Luv2shopns

  • Compact, does great. Still happy!
Color: Silver
I did a decent amount of research when it came time to buy a "real" camera. Up until now, I used either a decent smartphone camera (Lumia 1020/1520/950, LG G4) or a bridge/superzoom camera. When I did a little more background reading, I learned that most bridge cameras use a sensor no bigger than what's in a smartphone, and that the DSLRs use sensors 10-20 times bigger. Once I decided to go large-sensor route, I needed to decide on mirrorless or traditional. While I wouldn't mind a "true" viewfinder, as in traditional DSLRs, I really wanted compact so I'd be more likely to use the camera on the go. I have 3 young kids, so bulky is just not an option. Sony seems to lead the way on mirrorless designs, and this model in particular had some nice features. The WiFi and NFC is great to get pictures over to your smartphone for quick sharing, and really gives these dedicated cameras a new level of convenience when on the go. Charging from microUSB is great, as I have many chargers already available, including in the car. As for the actually light capturing, so far so good for me. I like the speed in which it can focus and take pictures, and I like how you can set the modes to go from idiot to advanced. I'm not as impressed with the lens itself, but it does a decent job, though I've yet to find a way to manually control the focus (I guess that's not something people really want?). I'm eager to get a 50mm prime lens and maybe a 55-200 telephoto lens for more versatility. Low light performance isn't too bad, though I don't normally shoot in such a setting. I target nature shots and pictures of the kids, and I've already captured several winners with just the stock kit, and my kids do not sit still. I'm very happy with the overall package, and I look forward to growing with the camera. Update: Still happy after a few months of pictures. I added my first lens to my kit, the E55-210. It adds some weight, but it really gets you close to things further away. I've had no problems with the camera itself, and I am quite happy with this camera. I found sharing to my iPad via WiFi to be quite handy for sharing and showing your content, and for getting it to my cloud storage. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2016 by Darmok N Jalad

  • Bought refurbished...worth it!!!
Color: Black
This came in its original packaging. Arrived in a timely manner (same day shipping is bae). Looked brand spanking new. I could tell the original owner cared for this camera. I wanted something so could I create YouTube videos and I didn't want to buy an expensive DSLR like 90% of the entire YouTube community. After weeks of constant research, I was convinced that this camera was the one for me. Contains manual features so I can get that cinematic look, although, navigation made it a hassle to set up. 1080p24, 1/50 shutter speed, manual focus, manual exposure, adjustable white balance, etc. All of that and more was available to me at a cost of about $350. Love the rotating LCD. Good to watch myself look like an idiot while making sure I look somewhat presentable. Battery life is subpar so I could be investing in extra batteries in the future. This is a good step up from my Sony A3000, which has a similar camera sensor but with a DSLR like body at a lower cost (no rotating LCD unfortunately). I can even use the same stock lens from the 3000 on 5000 which is good because the focus adjustment was smoother and more satisfying on the 3000. Picture and video quality is great if you know what you are doing and if you have good lighting, which I will also be investing in soon. I'm having fun researching how to use this camera to its full potential. Glad I made this investment and I can't wait to start making good content. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2016 by F. Gowdy

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