Video clips recorded in the 4K modes delivered an impressive amount of detail but the exposure system struggled with scenes that had a wide brightness range, whatever the resolution. blown-out highlights were common in all clips, despite adjustments to exposure compensation. The problems associated with focus tracking in the α6300 appear to have been largely solved and the camera was able to keep track of moving subjects right up to the edges of the frame.
Soundtracks were recorded with decent clarity, despite the small size of the built-in microphones. Their forward-facing position makes them very susceptible to wind noise and, although the camera includes a wind filter, it doesn't completely eliminate the problem.
http://www.photoreview.com.au/reviews/advanced-compact-cameras/interchangeable-lens/sony-ilce-α6500
Many anti-glare things are just matte plastic, this is not so good, as it greatly reduce contrast.
The occasional weak points are relatively few and far between. As mentioned previously, it still takes a while to get to grips with the sprawling menu system even if it's now much better organized. The movie button is poorly located and tends to induce camera shake when pressed, and videographers will also mourn the absence of a headphone jack for audio levels monitoring. Sony's native lens selection is also still not as broad as those of some competing systems, although many rivals' lenses can be adapted for use with Sony's camera.
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/sony-a6500/sony-a6500A.HTM#conclusion
Any A6500 users have some tips for using viewing the LCD screen outdoors on sunny days (in the dimmer 4k mode) ?
I am thinking the JJC sunshade: http://www.ebay.com/itm/JJC-LCH-A6-LCD-Pop-Up-Screen-Hood-Cover-for-Sony-A6500-A6300-A6000-Camera-/322096898012 or https://www.amazon.com/Fotasy-LCH-A6-Pop-Up-E-Mount-Mirrorless/dp/B001G0DPMI?th=1
and perhaps an anti glare filter too, although I have never used one, I believe they diminish the image quality, correct? Ex: http://shop.expertshield.com/Sony_A6500_Anti_Glare?search=a6500
Or get a flip up loupe, if one is ever A6500 specific. Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Sevenoak-SK-VF-Magnification-Viewfinder-Magnifier/dp/B00M1N53IS/
Thoughts? I bet almost anything will get in the way when trying to use the touch screen for moving the focus point in video mode... Thanks in advance!
Sony Alpha a6500 + 16-50mm Lens + battery + 64GB card + bag for $1498
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1348426-REG/sony_alpha_a6500_mirrorless_digital.html
a6500 Mirrorless Camera w/ 16-50mm + 55-210mm Lens + Free accessories bundles
New firmware
https://esupport.sony.com/US/p/model-home.pl?mdl=ILCE6500&LOC=3#/howtoTab
Small first drop to $1298
https://www.amazon.com/Sony-Alpha-Digital-Camera-2-95-Inch/dp/B01M586Y9R/
Sony Alpha a6500 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 16-50mm and 55-210mm Lenses and Free Accessory Kit for $1694
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1326413-REG/sony_alpha_a6500_mirrorless_digital.html
New firmware v1.02
- Improves operability of the left side of the PMCA (PlayMemories Camera Apps) keyboard during touch panel operation
- Improves overall stability of the camera
https://esupport.sony.com/US/p/swu-download.pl?mdl=ILCE6500&upd_id=11076&os_group_id=5
@bozfx : thats a good start. thanks. I was fearing there might be some technical reason of sensor coverage that made them ditch the cheap kit lens.
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