General | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Alpha 6000 | Alpha DSLR-A230 |
Predecessor Model | Sony NEX-6 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 |
Successor Model | Sony Alpha 6100 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 |
MSRP | $799 with 16-50mm Powerzoom | |
Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lens |
Body Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Video Capture |
Sensor | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Sensor Type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor Size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor Dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6 mm | 23.5 x 15.7 mm |
Total Pixels | 24.7 Megapixel | 10.8 Megapixel |
Effective Pixels | 24.3 Megapixel | 10.2 Megapixel |
Low Pass Filter | ||
Native ISO Range | 100 - 25,600 | 100 - 3,200 |
Boosted ISO Range | 100 - 51,200 |
Photo | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Processor | BIONZ X | BIONZ |
Max Image Resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Other Resolutions | 6000 x 3376, 4240 x 2832, 4240 x 2400, 3008 x 2000, 3008 x 1688 | 3872 x 2176, 2896 x 1936, 2896 x 1632, 1920 x 1280, 1920 x 1088 |
Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2, 16:9 | 3:2, 16:9 |
Image File Format | JPEG, RAW | |
JPEG Quality Levels | Extra fine, fine, normal | Fine, Standard |
Timelapse Recording | With downloadable app |
Focus | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Focusing System | Fast Hybrid AF (Phase-detection / Contrast-detection) | |
Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection Live View | Multi-area Selective single-point Single Continuous |
Lens Servo | Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF | |
AF Detection Range | 0 to +20 EV | |
Number of Focus Points | 179 | 9 |
Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 0 | |
Touch-to-Focus | ||
Live View Autofocus | ||
Animal Eye Detection | ||
Vehicle Tracking Mode | ||
Insect Tracking Mode | ||
Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
Phase Detection for Autofocus | ||
Focusing Screen | Spherical Acute Matte |
Optics | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony A |
Crop Factor | 1.5x | 1.5x |
Image Stabilization | Sensor Shift | |
Digital Image Stabilization |
Screen | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Screen Type | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen Technology | TFT LCD | |
Touch Screen | ||
Screen Size | 3.0" | 2.7" |
Screen Resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Top LCD Screen | ||
Live View | ||
Live Composition |
Viewfinder | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Size | 0.39" | |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.05x | 0.83x |
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.70x | 0.55x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 1,440k dot | |
Viewfinder Eyepoint | 23 mm | |
Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +3 |
Shutter | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Shutter Type | Electronic | |
Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 30 sec |
Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
Max Continuous Shooting | 11.0 fps | 2.5 fps |
Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/buffer | Up to 11 fps |
Flash | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Built-in Flash | ||
Flash Modes | Flash off auto fill-flaw slow sync redeye reduction hi-speed sync wireless control | Auto On Off Red-Eye Slow Sync Rear Curtain Wireless |
Flash Range | 6.00 m at ISO 100 | 10.00 m |
Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/160 sec | 1/160 sec |
Flash Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) | |
External Flash Connectivity | ||
External Flash System | TTL | |
External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, Wireless |
Exposure | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | Multi Center-weighted Spot |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | |
Metering Range | 0 to +20 EV | |
Exposure Compensation | ±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments) | ±2 EV (1/3 EV increments) |
Exposure Bracketing | ±5 EV (3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments) |
DXO | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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DxO Low Light ISO | 1347 | 531 |
DxO Color Depth | 24.1 | 22.3 |
DxO Dynamic Range | 13.1 | 11.4 |
DxO Overall Score | 82 | 63 |
Video | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Video Formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | |
Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | |
Unlimited Video Recording | ||
Recording Limit | 30 min |
Terminals | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
HDMI Output | Micro | |
Speaker | Mono | |
Built-in Microphone | Stereo | |
Microphone Input | ||
Headphone Output | ||
Flash Sync Port |
Connectivity | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Built-in GPS | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
Wi-Fi Version | 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz | |
Built-In Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
Remote Control | wired or PC |
Environmental | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Environmental Sealing |
Physical | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Dimensions | 120 x 67 x 45 mm (4.72 x 2.64 x 1.77") | 128 x 97 x 68 mm (5.04 x 3.82 x 2.68") |
Weight (inc. batteries) | 344 g (0.76 lb / 12.13 oz) | 490 g (1.08 lb / 17.28 oz) |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.2 x 5.75 x 5.25" | |
Package Weight | 1.48 lb |
Power and Storage | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Battery Pack | NP-FW50 | NP-FH50 |
Battery Life | 360 shots | 230 shots |
Internal Storage | ||
External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I) | Single Slot: SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo |
Other | Sony Alpha 6000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
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Self Timer | 2 or 10 sec, continuous 3-5 shot | 2 or 10 sec |
Orientation Sensor | ||
Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System |
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