Sony Alpha 6500

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    Highlights

    • 24.2 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
    • 100 - 25,600 Native ISO
    • 425 Focus Points
    • 5-Axis Image Stabilization
    • 3.0" 922k dot Tilting Screen
    • 0.39" 2,359k dot Electronic Viewfinder
    • 11.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 3840 x 2160 Video Shooting
    • 30 min Video Recording Limit
    • Built-in Flash
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
    • Wheather Sealed Body
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    Specifications

    General
    BrandSony
    ModelAlpha 6500
    Successor ModelSony Alpha 6600
    MSRP$1400 (body only)
    Camera TypeInterchangeable Lens
    Body TypeMirrorless
    Video Capture
    Sensor
    Sensor TypeCMOS
    Sensor SizeAPS-C
    Sensor Dimensions23.5 x 15.6 mm
    Total Pixels25.0 Megapixel
    Effective Pixels24.2 Megapixel
    Low Pass Filter
    Native ISO Range100 - 25,600
    Boosted ISO Range100 - 51,200
    Photo
    ProcessorBIONZ X
    Max Image Resolution6000 x 4000
    Image Aspect Ratios3:2, 16:9
    Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
    JPEG Quality LevelsExtra fine, fine, standard
    Bit Depth14-Bit
    Color SpacexvYCC (x.v.Color when connected via HDMI cable) compatible with TRILUMINOS Color
    Timelapse RecordingWith downloadable app
    WB Bracketing3 frames, H/L selectable
    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 Points425
    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 Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift
    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
    ViewfinderElectronic
    Viewfinder Size0.39"
    Viewfinder Coverage100%
    Viewfinder Magnification1.07x
    Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.71x
    Viewfinder Resolution2,359k dot
    Viewfinder Eyepoint23 mm
    Diopter Adjustment-4 to +3
    Shutter
    Min Shutter Speed30 sec
    Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec
    Max Continuous Shooting11.0 fps
    Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 11 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 301 Frames (JPEG) / 107 Frames (Raw)
    Up to 8 fps at 24.2 MP
    Up to 6 fps at 24.2 MP
    Up to 3 fps at 24.2 MP
    Flash
    Built-in Flash
    Flash ModesFlash off
    Autoflash
    Fill-flash
    Rear Sync.
    Slow Sync.
    Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable)
    Hi-speed sync
    Wireless
    Flash Range6.00 m at ISO 100
    Max Flash Sync Speed1/160 sec
    Flash Compensation-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
    Flash Bracketing3/5/9 frames selectable. With 3 or 5 frames, in 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1.0, 2.0, 3.0 EV increments, with 9 frames, in 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1.0 EV increments.
    External Flash Connectivity
    External Flash SystemTTL
    External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe, Wireless
    Exposure
    Exposure Metering ModesMulti
    Center-weighted
    Highlight-weighted
    Spot
    Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
    Metering Range-2 to +20 EV
    Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
    Exposure Bracketing ±5 EV (3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments)
    Exposure LockLocked when shutter button is pressed halfway. Available with AE lock button. (On/Off/Auto)
    DXO
    DxO Low Light ISO1405
    DxO Color Depth24.5
    DxO Dynamic Range13.7
    DxO Overall Score85
    Video
    Video FormatsMPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
    Max Video Resolution3840 x 2160
    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
    Bluetooth Version4.1
    NFC
    Remote Control RMT-DSLR2 (sold separately)
    Environmental
    Environmental Sealing
    Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
    Physical
    Dimensions120 x 67 x 53 mm (4.72 x 2.64 x 2.09")
    Weight (inc. batteries)453 g (1.00 lb / 15.98 oz)
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.2 x 5.8 x 5.25"
    Package Weight1.77 lb
    Power and Storage
    Battery PackNP-FW50
    Battery Life350 shots
    Internal Storage
    External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I)
    Other
    Self Timer
    Orientation Sensor


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