FRONT (WIDTH × HEIGHT)TOP (WIDTH × DEPTH), LENS FACING DOWN
Outer sizes are exact, from the makers' dimensions. Shapes are drawn by us to show each body style; the dashed circle is the lens mount at its real diameter.
Sony A6000120 × 66.9 × 45.1 mm · 344 g
Sony A6000
4.7
A small, inexpensive APS-C body from 2014 with no stabilization or 4K video; it still suits beginners wanting a light camera for travel and snapshots.
Sony E mount
NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE NEWRELEASED 2014
None of the stores we track have it new right now. It launched at $649, which isn't a guide to what it costs today.
SENSORMegapixels and sensor size. Full-frame gathers more light than APS-C or Micro Four Thirds, for cleaner low-light shots and more background blur.24.3MPAPS-C
BURSTThe fastest frames per second the maker quotes. Top speeds often use the electronic shutter and may limit autofocus. Higher helps for sports, wildlife and kids.11 fpsFastest the maker quotes
VIDEOThe highest video resolution it records internally.Full HDMax internal
IBISIn-body stabilisation. Each stop lets you shoot at half the shutter speed without blur, so 8 stops means very steady handheld shots.NoneLens IS only
BATTERYShots per charge on the CIPA standard test, using the rear screen. Real-world numbers are often higher.360CIPA shots, rear screen
WEIGHTBody with battery and card, without a lens.344 gWith battery and card
MOUNTWhich lenses fit natively. Other lenses may work through an adapter.ESony E
Photo
SensorResolution, size and build. Stacked sensors read out fastest, which helps fast action and cuts rolling-shutter wobble.24.3MP · APS-C · CMOS
Native ISOThe standard sensitivity range. Higher ISO lets you shoot in dimmer light, at the cost of more noise.100–25,600
ShutterFastest mechanical and electronic shutter speeds. The silent electronic shutter can freeze faster motion, but may bend fast subjects on slower sensors.1/4000 mech
Flash syncThe fastest shutter speed you can use with a regular flash. Higher is better for flash outdoors in bright light.1/160 s
AutofocusWhat the camera recognises and tracks automatically, and how dark it can get before focus struggles (lower EV is better in low light).down to 0 EV
Video
Open gateRecords the whole sensor area, so you can crop the same clip to both widescreen and vertical video.No
Clip length limitThe longest single clip the maker allows. Heat can still stop recording earlier in hot conditions.29 min
Audio jacksA mic input for better sound, and a headphone jack to check what you are recording.None
HDMIFor an external monitor or recorder. Full-size HDMI is sturdier than micro HDMI.Micro
Cooling fanA built-in fan lets the camera record for long stretches without overheating.No
Body & handling
ViewfinderElectronic viewfinder resolution and magnification. More dots and a bigger magnification give a sharper, larger view.1.44M-dot, 0.7×
Rear screenFully articulating screens flip to the front for vlogging; tilting screens are quicker for photos at waist or overhead height.Tilting
Card slotsTwo slots let you record a backup copy at the same time, which matters for paid work like weddings.1x SD / Memory Stick Duo
USB-C powerCan run from a USB-C power bank while shooting, not just charge the battery.Yes
BatteryThe battery model, for buying spares.NP-FW50
Size (W × H × D)Width, height and depth as the maker publishes them: the body only for interchangeable-lens cameras, including the built-in lens for compacts. Makers measure slightly differently. Compare bodies in the size tool.120 × 66.9 × 45.1 mm
