Sony a6100 Review
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The Sony a6100 offers an improved grip from its predecessor, larger EVF and back screen, and the addition of animal eye detection. However, it still carries over the same two dials and the W series battery, as well as a lack of improvements in the interface and autofocus tracking setup.
The Sony a6100 has some notable improvements from its predecessor, such as the larger EVF and back screen, and the addition of animal eye detection. However, it still carries over the same two dials and the W series battery, as well as a lack of improvements in the interface and autofocus tracking setup.
Pros
- Improved grip
- Larger EVF and back screen
- Animal eye detection
- Improved JPEG color engine
Cons
- Same two dials as its predecessor
- Convoluted menu system
- Default setup for autofocus tracking
- No improvement in the camera's interface
The image quality is better than the a6000, making it suitable for photography in various conditions. The 24-megapixel sensor provides improved low-light performance, and the addition of animal eye detection is a welcome feature for those photographing pets.
The Sony a6100 has its strengths and weaknesses. It offers an improved grip, larger EVF and back screen, and the addition of animal eye detection. However, it still carries over the same two dials and the W series battery from its predecessor, the a6000. The menu system is still convoluted, and the autofocus tracking setup is not default, requiring the user to navigate through complex menus to set it up properly. Another downside is the lack of improvement in the camera's interface, which may be a letdown for entry-level users. On the positive side, the improved JPEG color engine, 11 frames per second shooting, and real-time autofocus tracking are impressive. The image quality is better than the a6000, making it suitable for photography in various conditions. The 24-megapixel sensor provides improved low-light performance, and the addition of animal eye detection is a welcome feature for those photographing pets. Overall, the Sony a6100 is a decent entry-level camera, but it could benefit from interface improvements and default autofocus tracking setup.
The Sony a6100 is a decent entry-level camera, but it could benefit from interface improvements and default autofocus tracking setup.
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