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Sony Alpha 5000

The Sony Alpha 5000 is an affordable mirrorless camera that delivers excellent images, but advanced shooters are going to feel limited by its control system.

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Product details

  • 20.1 MP Exmor APS-C sensor for great images
  • Mirror less DSLR - Compact Interchangeable Lens camera system
  • Quick Wi-Fi connectivity to smartphones via NFC
  • Model: ILCE5000L/B

PROS

+ Tilting rear display.
+ Compact body and lens.
+ Built-in flash.
+ Quick autofocus.
+ Good high ISO images.
+ Wi-Fi with NFC.
+ Attractive price tag.

CONS

- Inconvenient access to some shooting settings.
- Slow to start.
- Slow burst rate.
- No EVF support.
- Some camera apps cost extra.
- Doesn't include external charger.

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By PCMag on March 10, 2014
The Sony Alpha 5000 is an affordable mirrorless camera that delivers excellent images, but advanced shooters are going to feel limited by its control system.
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