Testseek.com have collected 112 expert reviews of the Sony Alpha A5100 and the average rating is 80%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony Alpha A5100.
October 2014
(80%)
112 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Impressive video capture performance, Tough body, Good image quality and AF speeds
Touchscreen performance not as comprehensive as competitors, No microphone socket
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Published: 2014-08-26, Author: Paul , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: Sony have launched the a5100 hybrid compact system camera featuring a 24.3Mp APS-C sensor, touch screen LCD and Bionz X image processor. Billed as the world's smallest interchangeable lens camera there's big expectations for this petite device. We pour th...
Published: 2014-08-18, Author: Gordon , review by: cameralabs.com
The Alpha A5100 is Sony's entry-level mirrorless camera, but by coupling the powerful autofocus system from the higher-end A6000 with 6fps burst shooting, it could well be your best bet for capturing action on a budget. Kids or pets running around? Sports...
Published: 2014-08-17, Author: Jeff , review by: dpreview.com
Nikon's 28mm F1.4E ED appears to roundly complete the company's updated lineup of fast, professional prime lenses. We've already seen some initial images from a Nikon ambassador, but we've worked through a gallery of our own, with a lens of our own over t...
Abstract: Sony has announced a new ILC (interchangeable lens camera) today that replaces the NEX-5T. The new Sony Alpha 5100 (aka a5000) has been designed for families and casual photographers looking to step-up from using just a cellphone or a compact digicam. Bas...
Published: 2014-07-15, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
With the introduction of the A5100 Sony appears to have undermined the higher-end A6000 model somewhat with its support for the pro-level XAVC S codec. It's not as if the A5100 adopts a lesser sensor either. In fact it appears to be the same unit with pra...
Published: 2015-01-22, Author: terry , review by: dpexpert.com.au
The image quality is good, and better than good in RAW mode. Auto white balance is particularly fine even under mixed light sources where subjects are rendered in correct colours. Movie mode is aided by a very smooth power zoom function controlled with a
The absence of any external function controls – even something as elementary as shooting mode (Auto, P, S, A, M) is a pain in the posterior. There is no eyelevel viewfinder, not even an option
The lack of a viewfinder will always be an issue for photographers who live in the Southern Hemisphere where clear skies and bright sunlight can make LCD screens unreadable. Aside from that, the α5100 is a good performer at a reasonable price.We're a litt...
Small size, Compatible with PlayMemories apps to expand featureset, Tilting screen
No viewfinder, Limited touchcontrol, No mode dial
My first impressions of the Sony Alpha 5100 are very good, but I want to use a full production sample in anger before I pass judgement on its handling now that the control dial that was on the top of the NEX-5T has gone. However, it seems straightforward...
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Published: 2017-03-02, Author: Jackson , review by: reviewed.com
For beginners or those with designs on more advanced photography, the A5100 is a great option.Sony's A7-series mirrorless cameras have been earning plaudits for their pro-quality video and full-frame sensors, but the low end of Sony's mirrorless lineup is...
