My wife and I love this camera. We travelled to Italy recently and the pictures this camera produced were outstanding! Highly recommended..

@myanuarfirdaus8121

3 жыл бұрын

downsides are overheat problem and hard to shoot at bright day because of no viewfinder

With the announcement of the 6100, this camera is still clutch for the amateur/beginner. Love mine.

@mrcreative3265

4 жыл бұрын

Good

Thanks for sharing this. I am confused between this and RX100 M4. Does this have a decent image stabalization like that of Canon G7X?

The Nex-5n was my first "serious" camera purchase 2 years ago, a perfect introductory camera to someone who wants to delve deeper into the world of photography :) I bought a nikon-f adapter for it and have never looked back since!!!

Hi, I love your reviews! I have a question.... what macro lens is compatible with the sony A5100? Or micro lens (nikon)?

Hi, great review. Can you focus the auto focus while in "selfie mode"?

Thanks for being honest, the biggest issue I have with youtubers is "overly loyal" response to a sponsor. What your doing is more than ethical, and also useful.

Sorry I haven't been catching up on the show. I love this episode. Thanks again for your hard work!

@goodsoul6675

3 жыл бұрын

Hi from 2020

Great video! I've been debating buying new camera and this video was very informative. Thank you!!

Great video. I was already convinced to buy this one. Thank you. 😍

Thanks for the review, I purchased one of these to replace my aging DSLR and my video camera. It outperforms both in a smaller package.

Can't believe I've actually stumbled on your video about a year ago. It's only now that I stumbled on more of your videos and subscribed :). Anyways, this helped me decide on buying this camera and I still love it to this date! I might upgrade soon though to a waterproof camera but need to save up for that first.

Always a good and interesting review.

You have to mention the ISO sensitivity: while NEX-5 shoots at a maximum of 1600 ISO in non-manual modes, A5100 shoots at a maximum ISO of 6400 (with the same level of noise). That means a full 2 stops, meaning that with the same f/3.5 lens the camera shoots with an exposure that is 4 times faster, producing much sharper images especially in low light situations (indoors, in the evening etc).

Just a quick FYI- 8 Years after you made this video, and I am STILL using my NEX-5 "Into the ground" as you say. A friend of mine got a used A5100 camera, and has asked me for some help getting her going on it. I had no idea when I started watching this video that you would compare this camera to the NEX-5, which I still use an average of a few times a week. It is going fine. I had to open up the battery charger and give it a kick in the pants (tweak a pot in there), and I have to "Clean" the contacts on the lens a bit by simply hold the release button and rotating the lens a few times back and forth- but that is easy to do, and always takes care of any minor connection issues between the lens and the body. The NEX-5 has well over 1,200 hours of use on it, and has still never been to the repair shop. 🙂

Very helpful! How does this compare to the Panasonic DMC-G7KS? I'm an amateur who will be using it mostly for video, but will eventually probably get another lens to shoot food up close. Thanks.

This is a great review I have been saving up for one of these thank you

hey ted! thabks for the info! i have recently decided to try out a digital camera from using film. i have recenlty found a fuji x e1 on sale for a cheap price. I'm wondering if i would lose any aperture if i use a lens adapter. I'm hoping it's like the a 5100

Just bought a used NEX 3N for $225. Two years ago this kit was $500. I absolutely love it. The kit 16-50 lens is a very decent lens to boot.

Thanks for the review. I broke my NEX 5T which I really liked. Is the a5100 comparable if not better than the NEX 5T?

hi, i would like to start booking blog, just want to know if this kind of camera good for shooting video while cooking? or it should be a camera that can mounted on things ? thank you in advance for the reply

what camera do you think its better the SONY A5100 or the Sony RX100 IV ?

Hey! I'm really torn between the Sony A5100 and the Canon G7x that would be good for filming vlog-like videos but still be able to take photos of people and scenic areas. What do you recommend -- your videos are awesome!

Hey @TheArtofPhotography Video and Still sound great but what about time laps, night laps and night still?

hi. does the screen on the 5100 have a different coating as it's now touchscreen? I've noticed some Sony cameras (such as my Nex 5 or RX100) are prone to 'flaking' and are easy to mark. I put a screen protector on my NEX5 to stop this happening but in your experience is the screen good enough to not need a screen protector? Is it different to your nex 5 or a6000? thanks

I really wish I had access to that new codec. But I bought the a5000 just before they released the a5100. I just couldn't pass it up though for $185! For KZreadrs, the selfie screen is absolutely invaluable! I know that for me and my show, I get twice the work done in half the time. Especially because of the AF face tracking! It's been a godsend! Thanks for the video, Ted!

@thephotovideoshow

9 жыл бұрын

The Photo/Video Show Aw hell, I just checked Amazon again... I can scoop it up for $348. No brainer!

@theartofphotography

9 жыл бұрын

The Photo/Video Show Agreed - the auto focus is about the best I've ever seen on any camera. Used to be unusable with video back in the DSLR days. I really do think this line is one of the best deals in photography considering what you get for so little money.

@theartofphotography

9 жыл бұрын

The Photo/Video Show ha! Yeah if you don't need the kit lens, its a steal at under $350!

@poolboyinla

9 жыл бұрын

The Photo/Video Show Where did you get it so cheap? Only problem with these cams is there is no mic input.

@thephotovideoshow

9 жыл бұрын

Travis Kraft Picked it up on Amazon in the Used section. It was quite literally in "Like New" condition.

I am currently shooting most of my videos on a SONY RX100 m2 which is nice but the footage doesn't hold up well to grading and the lack of a flip up screen is annoying. Is the 5100 worth the upgrade? I also have a panasonic G7 for "bigger" work but the autofocus on it isn't great for vlogging and it turns out that 4k isn't all that fun to edit on the fly. Tl;dr a5100 vs Pana G7 or Sony RX100mii My thought was to get the 5100 to replace the RX100m2 and keep the Panasonic.

Great video, thanks for the review!

I just got this camera and I had no idea what I bought. But I am completely happy to see so many people giving it good reviews!

On this video you short mention the a6000 will get an update, Do you know something about the hx400v?. Many thanks. By the way I just got this one a5100 with 55210 1650 mm lenses and is a fantastic toy :)

Great video! Very detailed and enjoyable☺️✨

What lens and adapter would you recommend if it would be first lens(I have kit lens)? I would like to have some nice compact lens to shoot nature when hiking.

Amazing! that would have taken me 92 edits but you got a lot of info across in a short amount of time / single take! Thanks for this video!

@the art of photography which camera is having better image stabilization ... Canon g9x mk ll or Sony a5100. Which camera would you recommend considering primary purpose is casual photography... family picnics and get together?

I am so late to watch this. But I have a question and would love it if you answered. This camera is known for its filtering and smoothing the pictures....Does this come built in or you have to download an application on it?

Ok- I bit and just received the camera even though I am concerned about the cam getting hot during video shoots. In the end, since this camera is specifically being used for quick auto focus photography at my work I decided to go for it. ONE thing I do not like is the lack of the hotshoe connection. Since I might want to do some short videos and like the ability to either clip on a zoom mic or a led light config can you please let me know if there is any rig I could use with a hotshoe?? thanks-

I just ordered this camera I can't wait to get it on Wednesday!!!

@abhinavm9389

4 жыл бұрын

So i am 3 years late, but was it worth your money?

@rohitramteke7788

4 жыл бұрын

Congrats

@thankyouknots

4 жыл бұрын

@@abhinavm9389 Well I am 6 months late but yes I love it still.

@rileypaul3244

4 жыл бұрын

@@thankyouknots hey Rachael, I'm very new to photography! Is this camera only video or does it do photography?

I have been using it for a few weeks. I got mine on sale with an second lenses. Picture is nice, it good to be able to charge using a micro USB cable, touch to focus is nice. It's actually quite easy to use for an amateur like me. NFC is convenient, Wifi transfer is good after your download PlayMemories. Recording video is great, the continuous auto focus works great. The downsides for me, is that it won't charge and record at the same time but the deal I got with my camera, came with a second battery. Another thing, it said that I would be able to record at least 20 minutes at 40 C, but I manage until 15 minutes of recording time at 32 C, the temperature warning came up at 8 minutes. It is not a deal breaker for me, since the videos I record is less than 10 minutes but it is something people should reconsider when shooting video. The camera got warm after a few hours of continuous photos but it never shuts down.

hey Ted. can you tell me which are the main diferences between a5000 and a5100? Thanks in advance!

Hi Ted can I ask for the best settings for portrait videos whenever I film with this camera my videos are always dark and that's using a ring light and two soft boxes. Please help as I need a well light up face for my makeup videos

Hello mate loved the vid. Could you tell me, or do you know if the a5100 is compatable with a IR remote for self takes.

@jonaqpetla_

6 жыл бұрын

Jay Newton I've only used the Sony app to use remote shutter. It's an included app, you can remotely operate the camera using a hotspot the camera makes. Works well on Android phones, people say it's bad on iOS. Using the app, you can look through the camera, zoom, set some settings, and take a shot. The shot immediately gets transferred to your phone. Remote shutters should be available in the market, but I haven't used those.

This was really helpful, thanks!

I have a cannon t3 that i use for most of my projects that is getting outdated for what i want to use it for. I am looking for a simpler camera with similar quality and slimmer for recreational use before upgrading my dslr (if that makes sense). Something for going to amusement parks, concerts, vacations, and video blogging. My ideal price point is around $500 but can flex. My main issue with my dslr that keeps me from taking it on personal uses is its size, the screen doesn't flip so i can't see if things are in frame as well when personally recording or trying to get a decent picture of myself.(because i don't have photography friend that live near me. Any advice or recommendations?

Can you set the timer for the selfie timer for example 10 seconds? 15 seconds? Or is it locked on 3 only?

Does this camera have a plugin for external microphone? If not, can you recommend a similar one with external mic.

should i get this or the panasonic lx10/15 as an entry level photographer?

Hello, very good review, I am looking for my first camera and I am between the Canon T6 (in its kit it brings two lenses 18-55 and 75-300) and the Alpha 5100 (lens 16-50), is more than anything for images of landscapes and photograph one or another family moment, I hope you can help me .. Thank you

I just bought that camera,the information was really helpfull ,thank you very much

I was thinking buying Sony a5100, based on your review. Can you please tell me if it's possible to make astrophotography pictures with the kit lens...18-50mm or with SEL35F1.8? I'm new to this, my camera was always a smartphone...never had a real camera.

I know this is a old video and don't know if you'll see this comment, but I was wondering if you still recommend this camera in 2017 and would you pick the a5100 or the Panasonic G7. Mainly using for vlogging and need a good camera. Also how is the low light and image stabilization. Thanks.

Thank you for the great and informative review! I purchased this camera and absolutely love it. I've started a KZread channel using the flip up screen and would recommend it to anyone over the a6000 looking to do the same. Plus it's more pocketable. Great, great, great camera and review.

Can we a5100 body hold up 100-400 zoom lenses ? Will the mount break off which is my worry?

Thanks this video was very helpful

Hello, great review! Since you have some experience with the Nex series, I was wondering whether you knew if there was a noticeable increase in image quality with the a5100 when compared to the Nex-5t (different sensor than 5n)? Also, I've heard that there may be a little added noise, in low light, with the a5100 than the 5t (don't know if this is true though). I am currently split between these two, and am trying to figure out if the a5100 is worth the extra cash, purely based on image quality (both in daylight/night conditions). What's your take on this? Thanks in advance!

@theartofphotography

9 жыл бұрын

HUGE quality difference. Video in particular. It's not a low light camera, but definitely worth the upgrade.

@poncholeichon

9 жыл бұрын

The Art of Photography Thanks for your input!

I was about to buy this camera but what stopped me was the price of the lenses. You mentioned adapters for lenses, then, do you mean that you can buy an adapter for normal sony DLSR lenses to E lenses?

Hello, I have the Canon 100D and this camera seems to be nice. Do you think that this camera is better than the Canon 100D or is it in the same class? Will it give me something new in my photography or should I just stay with my Canon ?

I'm thinking about buying a used sony a5000, since i think it's the best pocketable mirrorless camera. Any suggestion on contenders for the same price (around 300 usd, with the kit)??

Hi. Im having an issue with the camera when taking a photo it duplicates however the 2nd image is up close ? Would you be able to help me out on how i can remove the 2nd shot? thank you

Bought this now in late September 2017. I like it. My entry to APS-C sized sensors and interchangeable lens systems.

I went out and bought this camera right after your review loved the video.

thanks fir this review just purchased this for my selfies and the canont5i for video

all I want is something that takes really good pictures and does really good video stabilization I like the price of Sony a5000 what do you think of that camera I would buy this one but the price is a little high

how is the overall experience of photographing on this one, compared to the DSLRs? I've used a sony alpha range camera and canon 600D. Based on limited use of both, I would prefer the 600D over the alpha, since I find the electronic viewfinder on the alpha pretty unreliable and fake, especially at night and in dim light and it just doesnt help to capture parts of any scene that seem interesting to the naked eye (the electronic display kinda diverts attention) this is a different camera though and I wonder how the viewfinder is on this

You should try the NX line up from samsung as well

Amazing review! Thank you so much. I am getting this camera as a 21st birthday from my fiancè and bestfriends

I love my A5100. This is a decent video going over some of the cool options on this camera. You are incorrect about the zoom on the built-in lens though when you said you have to use that little lever to zoom in and out. If you have the focus set for any of the automatic modes, you can use the ring to zoom in and out. I ONLY have three complaints about this camera: First complaint is that the manual focus adjustment using the lens it comes with isn't so great. There's no way to adjust it via anything but the ring (and I confirmed this when I talked with Sony for a good hour or so), which acts differently depending on how fast you move the ring, it's like "acceleration mode" on a mouse but on steroids, so you can't count in any way on the focus adjustment being the same physical placement when you move around the ring in one direction and then the other direction, and there's no meter that tells you in any decent amount of detail what exactly the focus is adjusted to. This makes it very time consuming to adjust the focus manually--and when there's no focus assist, like when you're actually recording video where they disable focus assist, it's almost impossible to adjust the focus manually--but since it does have a number of decent auto-focus modes, that's not always an issue. Second complaint is that it splits up video files at around 2gb, and when it splits them up, it mutes the sound right during the transition between the files, so if I wanted to make a 20 minute video at 60p (I love high framerate, Cameron is planning on filming Avatar 2 in 60fps and I'm really excited about it) using AVCHD, it's split into two, and even when I put it into a video editor, there's always this point where you can tell that something has happened in the middle of the video. Third complaint is how quickly it gets too hot when filming video and it shuts down. I don't even know if it would let me film a 25 minute video if I wanted to. I haven't tried the XAVC S mode yet as I didn't initially get a card fast enough for it, but I may try it out in the near future (I'm about to order a new card from Amazon), it would probably solve my issues around when I use a video editor how the quality gets so degraded when I re-encode it. Anyway, great video. I learned a few more things about my camera from it. Thanks.

@Astyanaz

8 жыл бұрын

+Kizzume Fowler (Stinky) aoeuaoeuaoeu

@jazziboy11

8 жыл бұрын

+Kizzume Fowler (Stinky) With the kit lens, there are 3 ways to zoom: power zoom lever on the zoom barrel, lens ring on the zoom barrel, and W/T lever around the shutter button. If you are using another lens (manual or AF), the lever will not work for optical zoom, but it will work for both levels of digital zoom, which is VERY handy. If anything, shooting video with clear image zoom is great quality wise, brings 2x the optical zoom. The lever will do a nice smooth slow zoom when shooting video (or faster zoom is pulled back more if i remember correctly). That lever is VERY good to have believe it or not... i wish it was on the a6000.

Great video Ted. Do you onow if the touch screen will allow you to seperate Focus and exposure? Also, for someone who does not need video features is this still a good option for the money?

@theartofphotography

9 жыл бұрын

David Rothschild Its still a great option. Touch is focus only. Haven't looked to see if I can set it up to do both.

@davidrothschild8913

9 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks for your help:)

@zampination

9 жыл бұрын

The Art of Photography Actually is touch and shutter too which is a fantastic feature to use in many occasions. You just tap the screen wherever you want and it will focus and take the pic at once precisely and quite fast.

What camera does he use to film this video? I can see it when he shows the tiltable screen but I can't understand what model is it.

What settings should this camera be for vlogging? Whenever I use my Sony a5100 and try to take videos while walking, the image stabilization seems off and shaky.. How do I fix this? :(

Nice!, which one is better the Sony A5100 or the Nikon d3400?

Do you know if the A6000 also have a touch screen for focosing?

Lots of great info. Thanks!

I can't decide between the Sony a5100 or the Nikon d5300 for vlogging and I also want to get good photo. Which should I get?

Would you recommend the Canon EOS 1200D or this one?

Is it possible to turn off auto focus on shutter? I'd prefer to just use back button autofocus so I may recompose repeatedly without focusing again

Between Sony a5100 and Fujifilm X-A2, which one do you think is better? I read the reviews that the X-A2 takes excellent still images, what do you think?

Hi ted. I can't wait for your opinion on the Sony a7rIV. My decision will be based on your review. Thanks

I like this cam for video but I was told the battery warms up quickly and does not stand long?

Hello, can you tell me how to video with the skin smoothing feature not turning on and off?

Hi dude, a5100 vs canon m3, best and recomnd for photo and sinematography , about both camera, Thanks :)

How does it compare against the Olympus Pen EPL-7 as a "selfie" camera? In regards to wifi to your phone etc? Which one is better? #plshalp

Hey Ted. Is this camera better than the Canon t6i?

Is that the lens it comes with ? and Does it take good quality videos at night ?

I would like to add a telephoto lens. What would you suggest?

I bought 2 of these for short video interviews because of the xavc codec. The video looks great, but one thing I did not realize before buying is that it does over heat after 10-15 min of continuous recording. It seems to last a little better with a manual lens on it. Do you know of any workarounds for this problem?

@zampination

9 жыл бұрын

Nathan Castellanos Yeah you can do that with an external power source. Google it. But i don't think you can override the 30mins limit. If you don't mind every 30mins to press rec again the camera will shoot as many 30mins clips as you want without any overheating.

@kirkbarker5004

9 жыл бұрын

Nathan Castellanos use an external recorder like an atomos ninja and it records continuously until the battery dies. It solved the overheating problem for me. It also solves the attaching an external mic problem too.

hi. can anyone help pls? how does my (a5100) work with a sony AL-EA2 adapter? I'm planning to buy the adapter for my lens. Can the adapter mess up the focal length or shutter speed? I heard it does with videos, but I'm not really concerned with that, I'm more concerned in taking photos with the adapter. i have a sony sam lens 35mm 1.8 A-mount.

I am still using my Nex5 as a standby. Still great.will consider the next entry level Sony when that knocks off. Thanks for the review.

do you have a video showing your lighting set up?

There is no flashshoe on the A5100, but can you use another flash than the built in one?

I have the nex6, the OG a6000. I still love it.

i just bought this camera today and i loved it!

can you touch the screen to focus while you're shooting a video?

how about this camera vs the canon g7x mark ii for mainly photography?

Hello! Great review, i am still indecisive, I am trying to decide between the Canon G7x, or this one the Sony A5100. I want both good quality pictures and videos since I do want to start vlogging, which do you recommend?

@niallio77

9 жыл бұрын

Genesis Hernan Get this, BODY ONLY, then get the Sony 35mm f/1.8 to put on it. If you want to go cheaper, get the Sigma 30mm f/2.8 or for wider angle the Sigma 19mm, another good bang-for-the-buck lens. All these aps-c cameras are very similar now, but lens quality makes the difference so always prioritize the lens. As a rule of thumb, kit lens suck, and prime lens are the sharpest, hence buy the lens separately.

@TheMayzin

9 жыл бұрын

For vlogging I would recommend the g7x, but for photography go with the sony.

Which camera you use for this video? Could you say plz?

Thank u so much for sharing....I must to have this,,,,

Ah, but does it have a mic port? Nice video, I bought the M3 because it has a mic capability and better software support.

I am looking for a good camera for taking product pictures for my online store. I have really few knowledge about photography. I hope you can recommend a camera for me. Thanks

I have old Canon lenses, can I use them on this camera? I thought about getting another DSLR, but like the smaller size of this. Thanks for any info.

@zampination

9 жыл бұрын

Lepewhi Yes you can with an adaptor

what do you think about the Samsung NX500?