Abstract: Mixing ingredients from both the NEX-7 and the NEX-5R, Sony has come up with a pretty juicy recipe for an enthusiast-level compact system camera. Amid all the excitement surrounding both the SLT-A99 and the Cyber-Shot RX1 with their 35mm-sized sensors,...
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Published: 2012-12-21, Author: Lori , review by: cnet.com.au
A fine shooting design, great photo and good video quality, and excellent performance number among the Sony Alpha NEX-6's strengths
The camera lacks the option to save groups of custom settings, a real irritation, and we wish it had a neutral color preset. Plus Sony's wireless implementation is awkward, and the app system is annoying
The Sony Alpha NEX-6 delivers an as-yet-unbeatable package of image quality, performance, and design, even for its rather high price....
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Published: 2012-12-11, Author: Michael , review by: gizmodo.com.au
Yes. It's an all-around great camera. There are brands out there that do specific things better, like the Olympus OM-D E-M5 for autofocus and lens selection, and the Fuji X-E1 for image quality. But none can do great video and great stills with such ease.
WiFi and apps, High image quality, Range of effects
Screen doesn't twist around, No touchscreen
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Abstract: Underneath the mode dial is a secondary dial, which is made from metal and semi-recessed into the top panel. It's easily identified by touch. This dial can be used to adjust aperture and shutter speed settings, depending on the selected shooting mode. In ...
Takes great shots with the right settings and lens, Has WiFi features
Artifacts in images after 3200 ISO, Weak builtin flash
The Sony NEX-6 takes some really awesome shots, and depending on the package, you can get both the 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 lens and the 50-200mm lens for a wide variety of shot options. Definitely one to consider if you're ready for an upgrade to a more powerf...
Comfortable to hold, Easy access to manual controls, Good image quality, Fast and accurate AF
Inelegant menu interface, Images tend to underexpose, Colors are a tad muted, Live view appears more saturated than photographed image
Using the Sony NEX-6 was more like using an APS-C DSLR camera than we'd expected. Like a DSLR, the NEX-6 has a control dial and rear control wheel which makes it easy to switch manual settings like aperture and shutter speed. The NEX-6 doesn't have the we...
Using the Sony NEX-6 was more like using an APS-C DSLR camera than we'd expected. Like a DSLR, the NEX-6 has a control dial and rear control wheel which makes it easy to switch manual settings like aperture and shutter speed. The NEX-6 doesn't have the we...
Abstract: Today's cameras are able to shoot stills and videos. But have you ever wondered why dedicated still and video cams continue to exist? Like the fountain of youth, nobody seems to have stumbled upon a pro-level solution that fulfills the functions of a stil...
Good build quality, Suitable image quality for web and small prints, Long battery life, Quick Navi menu
Inefficient wireless features, Slow AF, Noticeable noise at ISO 3200, Pricey
The NEX-6 may not be much of a game-changer, but it packs features and functions for the mobile user who is still keen on quality.Think of it as the lovechild of the NEX-7 and the NEX-5R. Sony decided to take the enthusiast-oriented functionality of the f...
