Sony Alpha a6000 Black 2019
A 24.3MP APS-C sensor and BIONZ X processor power 11fps bursts with 179-point hybrid phase-detection autofocus. A 1.44M-dot OLED Tru-Finder EVF, tilting 921k-dot LCD, and built-in Wi-Fi/NFC sit in a 285g body for flexible framing and instant sharing. It’s a solid choice for beginners, streamers, and product photographers who need rapid, reliable autofocus in a compact package.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sensor (90th percentile) 90th
- Strong battery (88th percentile) 88th
- Strong social proof (80th percentile) 80th
- Strong af (77th percentile) 77th
Cons
- Below average build (12th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (27th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (32th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
ExclusiveBased on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.
- Q1 202677/100
Buyers praised excellent packaging and product condition, good picture quality, and customizable buttons, but one reported a non-charging battery requiring extra purchase.
- Excellent packaging and product condition, all items new
- Great picture quality and customizable function buttons
- Battery would not charge via camera; needed separate purchase
- Q2 2025100/100
Buyers praised the camera's compact size, image quality surpassing iPhone prints, and suitability for family and beginners. One noted missing SD card is typical and expects good low-light performance.
- Compact and lightweight design, ideal for family and beginners.
- Image quality exceeds iPhone prints for photos.
- Video sound is OK but recommends using an external mic.
- Screen does not tilt in multiple directions like newer models.
- Q2 201867/100
Buyers praised image sharpness and lightweight design, but one reported the body didn't work with their kit lens.
- Image quality is clear and sharp
- Camera is lightweight and more manageable than Canon SLR
- Body compatibility issue with kit lens in one unit
- Good for travel, arrived early despite shipping crisis
- Q3 201772/100
Buyers praised video quality, value, and compact design, but one noted sensor noise at low ISO compared to Nikon.
- Great video and photo quality for the price, pairs well with Sony FS5.
- Compact, lightweight with viewfinder, good for beginners and gifting.
- Sensor noise at low ISO relative to Nikon D7100, but otherwise a bargain.
- Quick autofocus, sharp images, and good value vs. a6300/a6500.
- Q4 201698/100
Buyers in Q4 2016 praised the Sony a6000 as an excellent value, particularly for 1080p video and street photography, highlighting its low-light performance and autofocus.
- Excellent value for money, often compared favorably to pricier cameras.
- Superior video quality over previous cameras like Nikon D3200.
- Great for street photography and compact design.
- Impressive low-light performance and advanced auto-focus.
Based on 33 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 24.3 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 |
| Processor | BIONZ X |
Autofocus
| AF Points | 179 |
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 179Contrast Detection: 25 |
| Eye AF | Yes |
| Animal AF | No |
| Subject Detection | No |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 11 |
| Max Shutter | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | Yes |
Video
| Max Resolution | 1080p |
| 4K FPS | 60 |
| 1080p FPS | 60 |
| 10-bit | No |
| Log Profile | No |
| RAW Video | No |
| Codec | XAVC S |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3" |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Articulating | Yes |
| EVF Resolution | 1.44 M dots |
Build
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.6 lbs |
| Battery Life | 310 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No |
| USB | Micro USB |
| HDMI | Yes |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony Alpha a6000 | Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III | Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 | Nikon Z Z9 | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 | OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 24.3MP aps-c | 32.5MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 45.7MP full-frame | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | 179 | 1053 | 425 | 493 | 315 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | 11 | 40 | 20 | 30 | 75 | 120 |
| Video | 1080p @60fps | 6K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 5K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 285 | 609 | 579 | 1160 | 721 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Alpha a6000 | 76.6 | 73.1 | 11.6 | 67.9 | 46.1 | 89.7 | 87.5 | 60.9 | 27.3 | 72.1 | 80.3 | 32 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III Compare | 98.2 | 86.6 | 94.4 | 92.7 | 89.2 | 57.8 | 96.4 | 98.9 | 93.2 | 93 | 92.2 | 99.5 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 Compare | 87 | 95.3 | 89.1 | 84.3 | 95.2 | 97.8 | 96.9 | 82.1 | 83.5 | 93 | 92.2 | 93.6 |
| Nikon Z Z9 Compare | 89.6 | 88.2 | 99.6 | 96 | 98.8 | 63.7 | 97.3 | 82.1 | 97.7 | 93 | 92.2 | 83.9 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 Compare | 83.1 | 86.6 | 97.5 | 95 | 97.2 | 55.3 | 89.1 | 82.1 | 93.2 | 93 | 77.7 | 96.2 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.2 | 88.9 | 88.6 | 99.8 | 83.9 | 39.9 | 94.1 | 82.1 | 0 | 93 | 76 | 99.5 |
Usage Scores
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