Sony Alpha a6000 Black 2016
A 24MP APS-C sensor and OLED viewfinder deliver sharp previews in a compact 925g body with kit lens, ideal for everyday carry. Built-in Wi-Fi with NFC simplifies smartphone sharing, while downloadable Camera Apps expand functionality without extra gear. This refurbished model suits beginners and casual shooters prioritizing portable, app-enhanced use for stills and product photography.
Type mirrorless
Sensor 24MP aps-c
Weight 925 g
38 Overall Score
No current retailer price
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sensor (90th percentile) 90th
- Strong social proof (81st percentile) 81st
- Strong display (73rd percentile) 73rd
Cons
- Below average video (25th percentile)
- Below average burst (34th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Owner sentiment has held steady over time
82/100Our AI sentiment read
Based on 11 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | Other |
| Size | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 24 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 |
Display & EVF
| Articulating | Yes |
Build
| Weight | 0.9 kg / 2.0 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony Alpha a6000 | Fujifilm X-H2 | Nikon Z Z9 | Panasonic Lumix G G9 II | Canon EOS R6 Mark III | OM System OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 24MP aps-c | 40.2MP aps-c | 45.7MP full-frame | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 32.5MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 425 | 493 | 779 | 1053 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | - | 15 | 30 | 75 | 40 | 120 |
| Video | - | 8K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @120fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 925 | 579 | 1160 | 575 | 608 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Affordability | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Alpha a6000 | 38.3 | 39.9 | 55.9 | 33.9 | 24.6 | 89.6 | 47 | 72.6 | 50.3 | 62.7 | 81.1 | 51.2 | 35.9 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 Compare | 92.3 | 96.9 | 94.5 | 82.2 | 95.4 | 98.9 | 97.8 | 87.6 | 83.2 | 96.1 | 94.3 | 24 | 96 |
| Nikon Z Z9 Compare | 93.5 | 92 | 99.4 | 95.4 | 98.7 | 70.9 | 98 | 87.6 | 98.4 | 96.1 | 94.3 | 8.7 | 89.2 |
| Panasonic Lumix G G9 II Compare | 98 | 91.7 | 94.4 | 96.2 | 97.6 | 63.9 | 91.9 | 87.6 | 94.4 | 96.1 | 89.7 | 22 | 89.2 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III Compare | 98.8 | 91.3 | 95 | 92.6 | 90.5 | 66.2 | 97.5 | 98.8 | 65.9 | 96.1 | 94.3 | 14.6 | 99.6 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.8 | 99.8 | 91.4 | 99.6 | 85.1 | 51.7 | 96 | 87.6 | 83.2 | 96.1 | 89.7 | 17.6 | 99.6 |
Usage Scores
- Overall38.3
- Video35.2
- Travel29
- Youtube38.6
- Beginner52.7
- Vlogging28.8
- Streaming32.6
- Photography43.9
- Wedding Events31.5
- Sports Wildlife31
- Product Photography54.7
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