Sony Alpha a6000 Black 2016
A 24MP APS-C sensor and OLED viewfinder deliver sharp previews in a compact 925g body with kit lens, ideal for everyday carry. Built-in Wi-Fi with NFC simplifies smartphone sharing, while downloadable Camera Apps expand functionality without extra gear. This refurbished model suits beginners and casual shooters prioritizing portable, app-enhanced use for stills and product photography.
Type mirrorless
Sensor 24MP aps-c
Weight 925 g
39 Overall Score
Price $619
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sensor (88th percentile) 88th
- Strong social proof (83rd percentile) 83rd
- Strong display (72nd percentile) 72nd
- Strong connectivity (68th percentile) 68th
Cons
- Below average video (23rd percentile)
- Below average burst (34th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Owner sentiment has held steady over time
82/100Our AI sentiment read
Based on 11 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | Other |
| Size | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 24 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 |
Display & EVF
| Articulating | Yes |
Build
| Weight | 0.9 kg / 2.0 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony Alpha a6000 | Fujifilm X-T5 | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 | Nikon Z5 II | OM System OM-1 | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 24MP aps-c | 40.2MP aps-c | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 24.5MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 425 | 315 | 273 | 1053 | 121 |
| Burst FPS | - | 15 | 75 | 30 | 10 | 15 |
| Video | - | 6K @60fps | 6K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 4K @60fps | 4K @30fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 925 | 476 | 721 | 620 | 511 | 580 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Alpha a6000 | 36.4 | 39.9 | 57.7 | 33.5 | 23.2 | 87.6 | 46.6 | 71.6 | 42.9 | 68.2 | 83.3 | 35.8 |
| Fujifilm X-T5 Compare | 90.8 | 91.5 | 92.9 | 83.6 | 93 | 99.1 | 96.8 | 99.2 | 63.1 | 95.1 | 97.6 | 95.5 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 Compare | 88.5 | 90.5 | 97.1 | 95.2 | 97.5 | 61.4 | 91.8 | 86.9 | 91.8 | 95.1 | 78.1 | 97.1 |
| Nikon Z5 II Compare | 87.2 | 91.5 | 95.6 | 88.8 | 87.6 | 59.1 | 92.7 | 86.9 | 63.1 | 95.1 | 99.5 | 88.7 |
| OM System OM-1 Compare | 96 | 97.9 | 85.2 | 94.7 | 86.4 | 47.2 | 95.7 | 86.9 | 91.8 | 88.3 | 84.5 | 88.7 |
| Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III Compare | 84 | 86.9 | 94.6 | 91.3 | 69.7 | 47.2 | 93.8 | 86.9 | 63.1 | 95.1 | 99.9 | 97.1 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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