Sony Alpha a5000 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 16-50mm OSS Lens (Black)

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.

Personally, I found the camera really easy to navigate around, both externally and internally. There aren't too many buttons located around the camera like you would find on the more advanced cameras. Lots of tech features for various shooting modes but within rather limited shooting options and I think this is what the majority of buyers for this type of camera want, also I think the compact size is a strong selling point. This small and lightweight Sony digital camera meets all my criteria: 1. It is inexpensive. 2. It is very easy to use. 3. It takes great pictures I think this Sony is a perfect starter camera which gives a lot of bang for the buck. I highly recommend for others like me who are new to digital photography.

This camera is simply amazing. I have gone through quite a few cameras trying to find that perfect balance between a point and shoot and my heavy DSLR. I wanted a point and shoot esque camera that took higher quality photos without being nearly as heavy as my full size DSLR and this camera delivered just that. The flip up viewer allows you to orient your selfie perfectly and ensure that no one's head is getting cut out (just make sure to look away from the viewer before you click the button!). The weight is a bit more than a standard point and shoot, and you definitely can't just shove this bad boy in your pocket like may other cameras. But if quality is more-so what you are looking for, this is a perfect camera to get. I also love the full 1080p video, it syncs up perfectly with my DSLR video so I don't feel like I need to lug it around on casual outings when I don't want to risk missing some funny videos. 10/10 would re purchase.

It's a good camera. Takes nice pictures, works for what I wanted it for... but I do have some complaints about things I never even would have thought about prior to purchasing this. 1- The lens cap removes completely, and there is no option to tie it to the camera so as to avoid ever losing said cap. I've owned it for about 36 hours now, and already lost the little bugger. I'm no professional photographer, so I don't know if this is how all cameras are; but the only other cameras I've experienced either had a lens cover that opened and recessed into the camera, or a strap that kept the cap dangling, yet still technically attached. Now, this time I was able to find the cap, but I am very worried that I won't be so lucky next time. Hopefully replacements aren't too expensive. So, if you think at any point you'll be using your camera without an outfit with pockets or a purse/backpack, this is something you really need to consider. 2- NFC is a fail. NFC is one of the two options for transferring pictures from the camera to your phone. It's the easier of the option, requiring only to touch one specific part of your smartphone to one specific part of the camera. And yes, it must actually full on touch. Now, the problem is that on this camera, the NFC spot on the camera is located right beneath the little camera strap thingy. So it is actually physically impossible to make this work with any smartphone. If someone else figured it out... congrats. I watched videos and scoured google, and came up with no way to make this work. The other option is via a wifi connection between the camera and phone. Which is... still super easy, but also kind of tedious. You have to go through the settings on the camera, find the right thing, open the app on the phone, have them in range, connect them (yes, you have to reconnect each time. It will also temporarily disrupt your actual wifi connection), and then let it load onto your phone. So it does work fine, it's just not as fast and simple as I wish it could be. Also you kind of need to master the camera/phone shuffle, as you need to be holding both and switching between which you're operating to make this whole thing work. 3- I will say this though, it does take nice pictures. Better than my galaxy s5. So if you want a step up from your smartphone's camera, this will definitely work. It has a lot of really cool features, many of which I haven't even discovered yet. My personal favorite is the option to take the same picture in 3 different light settings. So while you're still working on mastering the way to get the best lighting and when to choose each setting, you can fall back on this to ensure you do get the perfect photo.

Shipping was very fast and questions emailed were responded promptly. The actual product itself is awesome. Great colour and the quality of the photos it takes is awesome for such a small and compact camera.

Awesome camera for the average person used to using a phone camera that wants to take way better pictures because it'll be an already familiar feeling for you. The image quality is fantastic even in low light. I shoot with a 6D and I wouldn't recommend this a5000 to any more serious photographers due to the fact that A) I keep finding myself lifting the camera to look through the non-existent viewfinder I'm used to otherwise and B) It's really quite difficult to use this in manual mode. Otherwise it's a great automatic shooter packed with awesome capabilities for the average snapper

Sony Alpha A5000 isn't a DSLR as the product name says. It is actually Mirrorless camera and that's why it's much smaller than a DSLR. I bought this camera for my elder sister who wanted to have a DSLR but as I'm using DSLR since last 5 years I know how difficult it is to carry them and if your purpose primarily isn't photography then you shouldn't buy a DSLR. What should you buy? THIS!! yes is small champ from Sony is no less than a DSLR though not a perfect DSLR but it's almost there. Though I couldn't get much hands-on with it but my 5 years of experience with DSLR helped to understand in little time what this could produce. PROS : 1) SMALL, Compact can be put in ladies' bag or travelers bag easily. 2) APS-C sensor. Usually this sensor is put in entry-level and mid-level DSLRs and is bigger than any sensor in compact cameras. Bigger the sensor better is your image quality. Sensor is heart of your camera. 3) INTERCHANGEABLE-LENS - World's smallest lens- interchangeable camera. Gives you a lot of scope to give new dimensions to your shots. you can put a prime lens or a zoom lens or a telephoto lens like DSLRs (Huge plus point) CONS : (These cons are actually in comparison with a DSLR, for whom this is their first camera, these are not cons per se) 1) No electronic view-finder - You have to look on the screen while taking a picture which could be little difficult in bright sunny conditions 2) Same manual and zoom switch. 3) Little slow Who should buy? 1) Those who want to but a camera equivalent to DSLR but are on short of budget or want a compact camera which takes less space and easy to carry around. 2) Those who want to upgrade from Point&Shoot but don't want to buy a DSLR for any of the above reason. Who shouldn't buy? Those who have already used a DSLR for sometime. This is definitely not an upgrade in any manner.

great for the value, very useful. No touch screen is a con but for the price, it's the best you can get

I bought for 25,980 on 22/06/16 from a seller called clickbuy. Price has really shot up. I got no freebies btw. Camera is great :)