Sony Alpha 5100

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    Highlights

    • 24.3 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
    • 100 - 25,600 Native ISO
    • 179 Focus Points
    • 3.0" 922k dot Tilting Screen
    • 6.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
    • 30 min Video Recording Limit
    • Built-in Flash
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
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    Specifications

    General
    BrandSony
    ModelAlpha 5100
    Predecessor ModelSony Alpha 5000
    MSRP$549 (body only), $699 (with 16-50 PZ lens)
    Camera TypeInterchangeable Lens
    Body TypeMirrorless
    Video Capture
    Sensor
    Sensor TypeCMOS
    Sensor SizeAPS-C
    Sensor Dimensions23.5 x 15.6 mm
    Total Pixels24.7 Megapixel
    Effective Pixels24.3 Megapixel
    Low Pass Filter
    Native ISO Range100 - 25,600
    Photo
    ProcessorBIONZ X
    Max Image Resolution6000 x 4000
    Other Resolutions6000 x 3376, 4240 x 2832, 4240 x 2400, 3008 x 2000, 3008 x 1688
    Image Aspect Ratios3:2, 16:9
    Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
    JPEG Quality LevelsExtra fine, fine, normal
    Bit Depth14-Bit
    Color SpacesRGB (with sYCC gamut), Adobe RGB compatible with TRILUMINOSTM Color
    Timelapse RecordingWith downloadable app
    WB Bracketing3 frames, high/low settings
    Focus
    Focusing SystemFast Hybrid AF (Phase-detection / Contrast-detection)
    Autofocus ModesMulti-area
    Center
    Selective single-point
    Tracking
    Single
    Continuous
    Touch
    Face Detection
    Live View
    Lens ServoAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
    AF Detection Range-1 to +20 EV
    Number of Focus Points179
    Touch-to-Focus
    Live View Autofocus
    Animal Eye Detection
    Vehicle Tracking Mode
    Insect Tracking Mode
    Contrast Detection for Autofocus
    Phase Detection for Autofocus
    Optics
    Lens MountSony E
    Crop Factor1.5x
    Image Stabilization
    Digital Image Stabilization
    Screen
    Screen TypeTilting
    Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
    Touch Screen
    Screen Size3.0"
    Screen Resolution922k dot
    Top LCD Screen
    Live View
    Live Composition
    Viewfinder
    Viewfinder
    Shutter
    Shutter TypeElectronically controlled Vertical-traverse Focal-plane
    Min Shutter Speed30 sec
    Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec
    Max Continuous Shooting6.0 fps
    Flash
    Built-in Flash
    Flash ModesFlash off
    auto
    fill-flaw
    slow sync
    redeye reduction
    Flash Range4.00 m at ISO 100
    Max Flash Sync Speed1/160 sec
    Flash Compensation-2 to +2 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
    Flash Bracketing1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1.0, 2.0, 3.0 EV steps, 3/5 frames (1.0/2.0/3.0 EV : only 3 frames) selectable
    External Flash Connectivity
    External Flash SystemTTL
    Exposure
    Exposure Metering ModesMulti
    Center-weighted
    Spot
    Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
    Metering Range-1 to +20 EV
    Exposure Compensation±3 EV (1/3 EV increments)
    Exposure Bracketing ±3 EV (3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments)
    DXO
    DxO Low Light ISO1347
    DxO Color Depth23.8
    DxO Dynamic Range12.7
    DxO Overall Score80
    Video
    Video FormatsMPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
    Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
    Webcam Functionality
    Unlimited Video Recording
    Recording Limit30 min
    Terminals
    USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
    HDMI Output Micro
    SpeakerMono
    Built-in MicrophoneStereo
    Microphone Input
    Headphone Output
    Flash Sync Port
    Connectivity
    Built-in GPS
    Built-In Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
    Built-In Bluetooth
    NFC
    Remote Control wired or PC
    Environmental
    Environmental Sealing
    Physical
    Dimensions110 x 63 x 36 mm (4.33 x 2.48 x 1.42")
    Weight (inc. batteries)283 g (0.62 lb / 9.98 oz)
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.5 x 5.5 x 5.25"
    Package Weight1.315 lb
    Power and Storage
    Battery PackNP-FW50
    Battery Life400 shots
    Internal Storage
    External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I)
    Other
    Self Timer 2 or 10 sec, continuous 3-5 shot
    Orientation Sensor


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