It’s sometimes easy and sometimes difficult to get hold of a new camera. Although Sony Canada had promised one, B&H photo – thanks to my affiliate relationship – was able to send one up for review.
I want to be as comprehensive as I can and not miss any details, but in the few hours since I posted the video, my viewers have already filled in some issues I didn’t identify. And I noticed that the A6500 can capture a custom white balance in video mode. From my youtube comments, Daniel O noted that the shutter sound is different, and that although I mentioned the menu lockout while the buffer cleared, I didn’t mention that there are other controls, including the Fn menu which are still available.
Before I return the camera, I’m also working on a full review of the A6500 and a video to demonstrate the best video settings.
B&H U$ price check for Sony A6500
B&H U$ price check for Sony A6300
B&H U$ price check for Sony A6000
(I still recommend the A6000 as an excellent value camera)
Behind the Scenes
On camera scenes are recorded with a Fujifilm X-T2 with the XF 16-55 lens, and the VPB-XT2 grip. Closeups of the cameras were recorded with the X-T2 using the XF 60mm macro lens. Menus were recorded using an Atomos Shogun.
On camera audio is recorded using a Rodelink Filmmaker wireless kit, narration recorded using a Rode NT-USB. Manfrotto tripods are used. I edit using Final Cut 10.3.1 on a 5K iMac.
I do read and respond to all comments, which are moderated. If, either here or on youtube, you leave a relevant and civil comment without links (which are filtered by youtube) it will be posted.
For your guidance
The products reviewed are on loan, and returned after the review unless otherwise mentioned.
In this case, I own the A6300 and the lenses I used in the review.
I am not sponsored or compensated by any manufacturer, I have not accepted payment to review any product. I am not compensated for my reviews except through Google Adwords.
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