Testseek.com have collected 112 expert reviews of the Sony Alpha A5100 and the average rating is 80%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony Alpha A5100.
October 2014
(80%)
112 Reviews
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Users
(91%)
1846 Reviews
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The editors liked
Fast autofocus. 5.9fps burst shooting with tracking focus. Strong high ISO performance. Tilting touch-screen display. In-body flash. Slim design. Wi-Fi with NFC. Downloadable camera apps. 1080p60 video.
Pocket-size desig
Excellent low-light image qualit
Fas
Accurate autofocu
Smooth vide
Built-in tutorials for novices
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
24.3-megapixel APS-C sensor
Interchangeable lens via Sony E mount system
Ultra-fast 0.07 second autofocus
Impressive video capture performance
Tough body
Good image quality and AF speeds
The editors didn't like
No EVF or EVF add-on capability. Display only tilts up and forward. Lacks microphone input. Some apps must be purchased. Requires in-camera battery charging
Important settings buried in menu
Doesn't take external flash or microphon
Wi-Fi not iOS friendly
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
No viewfinder
Touchscreen performance not as comprehensive as competitors
24.3-megapixel APS-C sensor, Interchangeable lens via Sony E mount system, Ultra-fast 0.07 second autofocus
No viewfinder,
The Sony Alpha a5100 interchangeable lens mirrorless camera is a total package. It offers a high resolution APS-C CMOS sensor with a good kit lens, ultra fast 0.07 second autofocus, full HD video recording, Sony E mount system, and great ISO range. The la...
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