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October 2014
(80%)
112 Reviews
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The editors liked
Small size
Compatible with PlayMemories apps to expand featureset
Tilting screen
The image quality is good
And better than good in RAW mode. Auto white balance is particularly fine even under mixed light sources where subjects are rendered in correct colours. Movie mode is aided by a very smooth power zoom function controlled with a
The editors didn't like
No viewfinder
Limited touchcontrol
No mode dial
The absence of any external function controls – even something as elementary as shooting mode (Auto
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Published: 2016-11-21, Author: Dan , review by: dpreview.com
Abstract: Entry-level interchangeable lens cameras have never been so affordable or more capable. There are plenty of choices around the $500 mark that will take better pictures than most cameras ever made.They don't always have the very latest sensors or the premi...
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Published: 2015-11-27, Author: Harry , review by: makeuseof.com
Abstract: The $500 Sony a5100 is the entry level camera in Sony's Alpha line. It has a 24 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor — the same style of sensor found in entry level DSLRs. I reviewed the a5100 with the 16–50mm f/3.5–5.6 kit lens; and at the end of this review, we'...
Published: 2015-11-03, Author: Dan , review by: dpreview.com
Abstract: Interchangeable lens cameras come in all kinds of different shapes, sizes and prices, from the very reasonable to the eye-wateringly expensive. The $500 category is a place most first-time interchangeable lens camera buyers will likely find themselves. If...
Pocket-size desig, excellent low-light image qualit, fas, accurate autofocu, smooth vide, built-in tutorials for novices
Important settings buried in menu, doesn't take external flash or microphon, Wi-Fi not iOS friendly
Sony's a5100 entry-level mirrorless camera packs a DSLR-size sensor in a compact body, delivering high image-quality and fast shooting. Who it's for: Novices who want to develop advanced photo skills, or anyone who wants a good balance of image...
Very flexible RAW files, Excellent lowlight performance up to ISO 6400, Stunning image quality from a very affordable camera, Meters perfectly, Blazing fast autofocus speeds,
Battery life tops out around a maximum 4-5 hours, Sony could and has made a selfie screen that tilts down and up, Users expecting an EVF and hot shoe will have to look elsewhere, Touchscreen functionality could use some work
