Sony A6500 vs Sony A57
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Sony A6500 vs Sony A57 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 453g - 120 x 67 x 53mm
- Launched October 2016
- Old Model is Sony A6300
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Sony A6500 vs Sony A57 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Sony A6500 vs Sony A57, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are built by Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the A6500 (24MP) and A57 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe A6500 was brought out 4 years later than the A57 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony A6500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the A6500 matches up against the A57 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A6500 vs Sony A57 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha a6500 & Sony SLT-A57. The entire galleries are available at Sony A6500 Gallery & Sony A57 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A6500 over the Sony A57
A6500 | A57 | |||
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Introduced | October 2016 | September 2012 | Fresher by 50 months | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 921k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A57 over the Sony A6500
A57 | A6500 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Sony A6500 and Sony A57
A6500 | A57 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Sony A6500 vs Sony A57 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony A6500 enjoys outer measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Sony A57 has dimensions of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).
See the Sony A6500 vs Sony A57 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the A6500 compared to the A57.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A6500 and A57 is 81 and 64 respectively.
Sony A6500 vs Sony A57 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A6500 and A57.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony A6500 to offer you extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer A6500 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Sony A6500 vs Sony A57 Specifications
Sony Alpha a6500 | Sony SLT-A57 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha a6500 | Sony SLT-A57 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2016-10-06 | 2012-09-13 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 16000 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 121 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Xtra Fine TFT drive with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash options | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 453g (1.00 pounds) | 618g (1.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 120 x 67 x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") | 132 x 98 x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 85 | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.5 | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.7 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | 1405 | 785 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 550 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FW50 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $1,298 | $1,000 |