What is the advantage of this camera over the NEX 6? The stated specs are similar, although the a6000 is newer and costs more.
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A6000 is 24MP sensor, not 16MP, so it is 50% more. Obviously it will show the advantage in resolution. Auto focus is much faster and more reliable with more coverage area for Phase detect. Check imaging resource details review, they compare and show the differences. http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/sony-a6000/sony-a6000A.HTM
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It should work, as both the A6000 (my camera) and the Nex 6 are E mount cameras and can used the same lenses.
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I have used the Sony Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm f/4 ZA OSS on my NEX 7 and on the Sony A7, but I have not used it on the A6000 so I cannot be of help to Kenny. Sorry.
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If you want a DSLR that you can initially use as if it were a point and shoot digicam, the A300 probably wins. It has the best live view implementation for that purpose. The built-in image stabilization is also a big plus. I'm not sure I'd say "Sony's lenses are cheaper" as a blanket statement, but you can definitely spend less and still benefit from the in-camera image stabilization rather than having to buy more expensive lenses with optical IS to get it. The D60 also lacks a focus drive motor, so you must either buy lenses with their own motors (AF-S, AF-I) or manual focus. As such, if it were me, I'd be somewhat inclined to skip the D60 and look at other Nikon models (including the D80 you mentioned) to compare to the Sony. I'd also take a look at Canon as well if you haven't already, at least for comparison, perhaps including some low-light shots with each. The A300 would make a very good first DSLR for a lot of folks, and it can also hold its own quite well against the competetion for more advanced users too, but much of the decision depends on personal preference, so it's never a bad idea to wander over to a local shop and get a feel for a few different models to see what you prefer.
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In general, fixed focal length lenses give better resolution and less distortion than zoom lenses. They are also lighter. Dont know about the A6000 but with a Nikkor zoom, it seems like a good option if it is not too expensive.
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No. But it's close. The nex6 uses an AP-C size sensor where the 10 only uses the 1 inch sensor. Bigger sensor will always out shine a smaller sensor in image quality. But again, not by much in this case. Now, the RX10 has many more things going for it though. If you don't care about it being bigger I would recommend rx10 in a heartbeat!
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I am wondering how much longer before the D80 is upgraded. Look at the discussions at nikonians.org.I don't think the D60 has sufficiently more features to justify upgrading from the D40.
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When it comes to actually making great photos, there simply is no comparison. Don't get me wrong- the 5R is a great camera. But without a viewfinder and the ability to optimally brace your elbows against your body as you watch your subject through the viewfinder and s-q-u-e-e-z-e the shutter, it is difficult to get good shots. The NEX-6 with the 16-50mm zoom is the closest you will get to the quality of image you would get from a DSLR - but in a package you can stuff into a jacket pocket. There are many people who buy the 5R, and then realize it's difficult seeing the LCD screen in bright daylight. They then have to invest in the optional EVF, which drives the whole package higher than if they just bought the NEX-6 to begin with.
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I did not compare the two, but I do have experience briefly using the NEX 3n. Autofocus for stills is much much faster with the A58 due to the dedicated Phase Detection autofocus system vs the NEX-3n's Contrast Detection system. However, though slower, the Contrast Detection system is generally more accurate than a Phase detection system. Sony cameras have pretty accurate autofocus systems in general, so you are really splitting hairs when it comes to accuracy. If you are shooting stills mostly, I wouldn't worry about the difference. If you are shooting moving animals, kids, or sports, then difference is really noticeable. As for as video quality, I haven't done any extensive comparison. The video is really good in both cameras, and excellent compared to most cameras in their respective categories, but both have some limitations due to the marketing decisions made by Sony that my frustrate the very seasoned videographer. One significant difference between the two is the translucent mirror tech in the A58. It has some aperture restrictions which the NEX series does not have. With the A58, you will not be able to use apertures larger than F3.5. That is, if you are using a 50mm F1.8 lens, you will only be able to shoot video at F3.5 or smaller (e.g. F3.5-f8.0). That means that the NEX will be able to shoot in lower light with better quality because it can shoot video with a larger aperture (small F stop number e.g. F1.8) with the same lens specification lens. These are both great cameras. My recommendation is that if you are looking for portability and compactness, then the NEX-3n is the way to go. If having a viewfinder, more direct controls, or having a DLSR type shooting experience is more up your alley, then you can't go wrong with the A58. I hope this answers your questions.
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Nikon and Canon really cripple features on their entry level cameras. The A6000 has an articulating screen and many more features such as exposure bracketing, the ability to use your phone as a remote, 11 frames per second shooting, wireless connectivity and the list goes on and on. The A6000 is way more camera than the Nikon D3200/3300 or the Canon T5, especially at the current A6000 price (12/15). If you want to go Canon, make sure you go with a model that has an i in it. If you want a Nikon go to at least the 5000 series.
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Yes, this is the successor to the NEX 6 and 7, at least for the time being. There is no A7000 or higher model currently publicly announced, and while there could be in the future, it is merely speculation at this point. If you are looking to upgrade your NEX 7 now, this is the model.
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good question--i own both of them and i've got to say the d-lux6 is the better camera. no idea why the 5 is more. after two full years of heavy use, my 5 started getting pretty buggy on me--i have not had any issues like that with the 6 (nor did i have them with the 4 that i used heavily for two years before the 5). ***i did just read that leica has discontinued the 6, to allegedly be replaced by a d-lux7 later in the fall. just FYI!***
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D40 has a faster flash sync speed (1/500) than the D60 (1/200). Fast flash sync speed is essential if you are taking fast action (think car race) pictures with the flash. Besides that D60 has better features - Active D-Lighting, Dust control mechanism and more megapixels. 6 MP is plenty for most of us, but the dust reduction mechanism on D60 might be useful if you are constantly changing lenses (like you will be doing). Active D-lighting might be useful in some circumstances as well. To me the biggest difference is the included VR kit lens in D60. Although some will question the usefulness of VR at such a short focal length, I think it makes a difference. D40 comes with a non-VR kit lens and is NOT sold as body-only in the USA. If you say the D40 kit comes with a 18-55 VR lens, then you are either looking at a gray market or a refurbished camera. Given D90, a mid level camera with excellent reviews, also has the same flash sync speed as D60, I'd get a D60 over a D40 if the price difference isn't much. Hope this helps.
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Alpha are usually the bigger / heavier ones, nex (3,5,6 and 7 at this time) are mirrorless and lighter...I would suggest seeing them at the stores first then look online esp here at amazon for great deals. Usually bundles are the great deals esp with additional lenses which are not cheap and hardly goes on sale. Sony did a great thing with the a7 which kind of combines the alpha and nex though not cheap...oh and the lens mount are different with the 2 also but they have an adapter you can buy. Nobody said photography is cheap :-) hope this helps...
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I would hold out for the a35, potentially coming out early June. Not sure of the specs, but I think it will have a lot of improvements, including longer battery life.The Nex-5 also uses digital image stabilization as opposed to optical image stabilization, which some people tend to dislike with a passion.
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I had a Sony Nex 7 for a while. Great camera/lenses but too complicated. Currently own a Nikon 5200 and have the OM E M-10 for a month. Have a few lenese. Optics very good, camera small, light and intuitive. For an intermediate its not too complicated. Built in flash just adequate but has a hot shoe. Overall its my go to camera for now. The Nikon is twice as big for same quality pics. An eight for me.
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Yes it will. A6000 is renamed Sony NEX 6 with irrelevant changes. Screen dimensions are the same. Lately I use a smarter solution: http://www.ebay.com/itm/140901680155?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT:-)