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Sony Alpha a6000 Mirrorless Camera with 16–50mm Retractable Lens: Start capturing realistic images and HD video footage for yourself or your clients with the Sony Alpha a6000, which features a 24.3-megapixel Exmor CMOS sensor and comes with a 16–50mm lens that's lightweight for easy transport. When you're all set, just connect your devices via the camera's built-in Wi-Fi to share photos with loved ones. .
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Very capable, quality camera
on June 12, 2015
Posted by: JimCNY
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I chose this because of these practical features: It has Phase-detect auto focus which enables much quicker focus than contrast detect-only cameras; it has a PASM exposure mode dial which provides the best user control over any other control layout; a peer-through electronic viewfinder in addition to the rear display; and it has a relatively large sized APS-C image sensor that can produce clean photos with fine detail and good dynamic range.
In using it, the main menu layout seems sensible enough, and the FN button on the back thankfully provides an easy path to a bunch of settings that you will often change. The AEL button under your right thumb can be reprogramed so I changed it to activate auto-focus instead of having the default shutter button half-press do that. This generally gives you better control over exactly when the camera focuses which makes it easier to recompose your shots.
One gripe is that my fingers want more tactile, mechanical feedback from the push buttons on the back. They all feel very delicate and mushy compared to my DSLRs. The exception is the generously sized Okay button which is easy to find.
It should come with a battery charger. A charge lasts about an hour and a half in continuous use so get more batteries. And buy the separate charger which isn't included with the camera. Without it you have to plug the camera into an outlet and wait several hours. Silly.
The economical and very compact 16-50mm kit lens is nice for daylight shooting. An absolute must-have if you're not prepared to spend lots more money on a more sophisticated option. But at f/5.6 at its longest focal length I really need it to be brighter. Still, glad I bought it with the camera. The longer focal length Sony 55-210mm zoom lens seems outstanding to me and I've made some beautiful pictures with it.
I use DSLRs professionally but wanted to have a quality mirror-less compact for certain situations. The Sony a6000 has the main features I need and its wealth of control settings makes it very versatile. I'm using it mainly for still photography but find that it does video better than an SLR. During video shooting it auto focuses better and also utilizes anti-shake (Sony's Steady Shot) nicely. It's a good camera and I've made some great looking pictures with it in the short time I've owned it so far. Extremely good value and price in my opinion.
My Best Buy number: 2092825028
My Best Buy number: 2092825028
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Use your Apple iPad Air like a laptop with this Logitech Type+ 920-006909 keyboard case, which features Bluetooth connectivity and familiar iOS shortcuts. The wake/sleep cover helps conserve your battery and adds durable protection.
do any of the I pads come with a USB port? Does the keyboard have one?
Use your Apple iPad Air like a laptop with this Logitech Type+ 920-006909 keyboard case, which features Bluetooth connectivity and familiar iOS shortcuts. The wake/sleep cover helps conserve your battery and adds durable protection.
does this work with iPad (the latest model) mp2f2ll/a
Yes it does. I have the new 9.7-inch iPad w/ A9 chip (April 2017) and this keyboard works flawlessly with it. Also, it seems that the hold-down clips are very, very slightly deeper on this model KB than another Logitech model that features the new "smart" connection that is supposed to work with iPad Pro models, that's why I chose this one and it works great.
6 years, 10 months ago
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With lifetime map updates and Garmin Real Directions, this Garmin nüvi 57LM 010-01400-01 GPS offers reliable, thorough directions, so you can easily reach your destination.
is this a smart GPS? I mean if we meet traffic, They will remind us in advance and change other way?
No, the Nuvi 57 does not inform you of real-time, local traffic conditions. Models that have this feature use satellite communications in addition to GPS information. Some of the other (slightly more expensive) Nuvi models have this feature, so check their specs for it.
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Sony Alpha a6000 Mirrorless Camera with 16–50mm Retractable Lens: Start capturing realistic images and HD video footage for yourself or your clients with the Sony Alpha a6000, which features a 24.3-megapixel Exmor CMOS sensor and comes with a 16–50mm lens that's lightweight for easy transport. When you're all set, just connect your devices via the camera's built-in Wi-Fi to share photos with loved ones. .
What is the difference between this and the Sony A5100??
Just comparing the two models and needed to do more research on my purchase.
A couple of major differences between the Sony a5100 and a6000 are that the a6000 includes an electronic viewfinder (sometimes called an EVF) in addition to the rear display; and it has an Exposure Mode dial. These are two very important difference that affect usability.
Both camera have a APS-C size sensor, which potentially puts the camera's image quality on par with DSLRs. And both camera have 24 MP sensors, which can give you highly detailed photos.
Both camera have a APS-C size sensor, which potentially puts the camera's image quality on par with DSLRs. And both camera have 24 MP sensors, which can give you highly detailed photos.
8 years, 1 month ago
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Simplify travel throughout the lower 48 states with this Garmin nüvi 55LM 010-01198-01 GPS, which offers simple turn-by-turn voice prompts. The search field lets you easily find locations by typing in a category, an entire address or a proper name.
Can I switch from Automobile mode to Pedestrian + 2 more questions
If I am in a new city and want to walk over to a place, rather than drive, does this GPS model provide walking directions?
Also, is this model portable?
Can I mount this model on my Car Windshield instead of the Dashboard?
Also, is this model portable?
Can I mount this model on my Car Windshield instead of the Dashboard?
The Nuvi is designed and set up for driving directions, but should work okay for short walks because it shows a graphic of a street map and your route (a magenta colored line ahead of your current location). It's really easy to input a destination address. However its fully charged battery lasts for only about an hour and a half. For hiking, the better GPS unit might be the Garmin E-Trex 20 or 30, but they don't show roads and streets with as much accuracy or detail, in my experience.
The Nuvi comes with a ball & socket mount with suction cup that will stick to glass.
The Nuvi comes with a ball & socket mount with suction cup that will stick to glass.
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