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Last updated: January 21, 2021 by Timothy Mayo

Welcome to my Sony a6000 (ILCE-6000) resource page. Here you will find the latest firmware version for the a6000, user guides, my accessories guide and lenses guide, FAQs and product images.

Sony a6000
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If you are looking for further help and advice on the a6000 or would simply like to share your photos and videos, then please head over to our friendly Sony a6000 Forum. If you prefer Facebook then I also run the Sony Alpha Shooters Group where you can ask questions or post your shots taken with the Sony a6000.

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Sony a6000 Overview

The Sony a6000 was announced on February 12th 2014 and has since gone on to become one of the most sold mirrorless cameras in the world, often claiming top spot on Amazon in their mirrorless camera sales charts.

The a6000 was also my first ever Sony Alpha camera and also the camera that inspired me to start this Alpha Shooters blog and community.

In this video adventure sports photographer and Sony Ambassador Chris Burkard demonstrates exactly how well the a6000’s auto-focus tracking works when shooting surf photography:

https://youtu.be/qzTwXGO9Km4

Despite record sales for over 6 years the a6000 was finally laid to rest in 2020 and the Sony a6100 took over the reins as Sony’s entry level 6xxx series APS-C camera.

DPReview awarded this camera their Gold Award and concluded their in-depth review with the following:

The a6000 brings Sony’s latest interface improvements and enhanced JPEG processing to a well-featured, competitively-priced mid-range camera. Its stand-out features are its comprehensive video controls and continuous autofocus performance unprecedented at this price. The flexible but optically average power zoom make this a highly capable and compact package.

DPReview

Is the a6000 still worth buying in 2021?

It certainly is!

Yes the a6100 will focus faster, has real-time tracking, animal Eye AF and 4k video, but if you don’t need these features then the a6000 is still a great buy!

If you do decide to pick-up an a6000 then you might find my Sony a6000 Top 10 Lenses Guide helpful.

Sony a6000 Key Specs

  • 24.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
  • Bionz X image processor
  • Still image ISO 100-25600 
  • Hybrid AF system with 179 phase-detect points and 25 contrast-detect points
  • Built-in flash + Multi-Interface Shoe
  • 11 fps continuous shooting with subject-tracking
  • 3-inch tilting LCD with 921,600 dots
  • OLED electronic viewfinder with 1.44M dots
  • Diffraction correction, area-specific noise reduction, and detail reproduction technology
  • Full HD video recording at 1080/60p and 24p; clean HDMI output
  • Wi-Fi with NFC capability and downloadable apps
  • 285 g / 0.76 lb / 10.05 oz with battery and memory card

You can find the full Sony a6000 details and specifications over on Sony’s product page.

Sony a6000 FAQs

When was the Sony a6000 announced?

The Sony a6000 was announced on February 12th 2014.

What memory cards does the Sony a6000 support?

The single memory card slot supports SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compliant) and Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo cards.

What battery does the Sony a6000 use?

The Sony FP-FW50 W-series rechargeable battery.

Is the Sony a6000 a full-frame camera?

No. The Sony a6000 has an APS-C sensor with a 1.5x crop factor compared to a full-frame 35mm sensor.

Is the Sony a6000 waterproof?

This a6000 is neither dust-proof, nor splash-proof, nor water-proof.

How many megapixels is the Sony a6000?

The Sony a6000 has a 24.3 megapixel sensor.

What is the weight of the Sony a6000?

285 g / 0.76 lb / 10.05 oz with battery and memory card

What does the a6000 include in the box?

The a6000 body only includes: AC adaptor (AC-UB10), Eyepiece cup, Lens cap, Micro USB cable, Power cord, Rechargeable battery pack (NP-FW50), Shoulder strap. If you order the a6000 with the 16-50mm Kit lens then you also get the SELP1650.

What is the a6000 mechanical shutter fps?

The maximum fps (frames per second) for the mechanical shutter of the a6000 is 11 fps.

What is the maximum shutter speed of the a6000?

The maximum shutter speed is 1/4000 sec.

Is the Sony a6000 a professional camera?

The Sony a6000 is more of an enthusiasts camera than a professional camera.

Does the a6000 have a silent shooting mode?

The a6000 does not support silent shooting.

Does the a6000 support eye autofocus?

Yes it does but only in AF-S mode (autofocus single shot).

Does the a6000 support animal eye autofocus?

No, the a6000 does not support animal eye autofocus, only human eyes are detected.

Sony a6000 Product Images

  • Sony a6000 Sensor
  • Sony a6000 SELP1650 Front Silver
  • Sony a6000 Rear LCD Silver
  • Sony a6000 SELP1650 Right Silver
  • Sony a6000 SEL1670Z Right Black
  • Sony a6000 SEL1670Z Top Black
  • Sony a6000 SELP1650 Front Black
  • Sony a6000 Flash Black
  • Sony a6000 Rear LCD
  • Sony a6000 Top Black

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About Timothy Mayo

I love shooting wildlife the most but will happily point my camera at pretty much anything. I started Alpha Shooters in 2017 to share my own photographic journey and experiences shooting with Sony Alpha. The site has since evolved into a popular community and resource. You can also find out more about my story here or follow me on Instagram if you wish. I also have a YouTube Channel but haven't published much content over the past year due to spending more time changing smelly nappies and also launching our community forums. However, I do plan to get back to creating content for YouTube in 2021!

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