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High-Speed APS-C Multimedia Powerhouse with 5-Axis Image Stabilization
The Sony a6500 is a premium, flagship-tier APS-C format mirrorless camera engineered for demanding multimedia photographers and videographers. Built around a 24.2MP Exmor CMOS sensor and a fast BIONZ X processing engine with a front-end LSI, the camera delivers remarkable data processing speeds, pristine low-light performance up to an expanded ISO 51200, and 14-bit RAW output. A standout addition to Sony’s APS-C lineup, the a6500 integrates a highly effective 5-stop 5-axis SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilization system into its slim body, neutralizing handheld camera shake across all mounted lenses. Backed by a lightning-fast 425-point 4D FOCUS system, cinematic oversampled Super35 4K video capture, and a durable weather-sealed chassis, the a6500 provides professional-grade velocity and tracking precision for rigorous field production.
Key Features & Engineering
24.2MP Sensor & Advanced LSI Processing: Features a thin copper-wired APS-C sensor paired with a high-speed front-end LSI and BIONZ X image processor. This architecture drastically increases readout speeds, lowers digital noise, and yields smooth tonal gradations across a native sensitivity range of ISO 10025600 (expandable to ISO 51200).
11 fps Continuous Burst Capture: Fires full-resolution sequences at up to 11 frames per second for an impressive buffer capacity of up to 301 standard JPEG frames or 107 RAW files in a single burst, complete with full-time continuous AF and AE tracking.
Oversampled Super35 4K Movie Mode: Records internal UHD 4K movies at up to 30 fps using a Super35mm capture region. By executing full pixel readout with no pixel binning, the camera oversamples 2.4x the data required for 4K (equivalent to a 6K sensor area), delivering ultra-detailed footage with minimal moiré and aliasing at 100 Mbps in the XAVC S format.
Pro Color Logs & Exposure Tools: Outfitted with comprehensive color profiles, including S-Log2 and S-Log3 gamma curves that extract an impressive 14-stop wide dynamic range for advanced post-production grading. It supports an enhanced Zebra pattern function for critical exposure monitoring and Gamma Display Assist for standard Rec.709 preview monitoring on set.
Slow & Quick (S&Q) Motion Drive: Features a dedicated S&Q mode capable of capturing Full HD 1080p footage at specified intervals between 1 and 120 fps, allowing creators to effortlessly speed up slow-moving scenes or slow down high-speed action by up to 5x natively.
Elite Stabilization & Focus Architectures
5-Axis SteadyShot INSIDE Control: Incorporates a 5-stop effective in-body sensor-shift stabilization framework. It dynamically compensates for five distinct axes of handheld camera movement (pitch, yaw, horizontal shift, vertical shift, and roll), providing steady imaging across macro, telephoto, and adapted third-party lenses.
0.05-Second 4D FOCUS Matrix: Melds 425 on-chip focal-plane phase-detection points spanning nearly the entire sensor plane with 169 contrast-detection areas for nearly instantaneous acquisition. Leverages High-density Tracking AF to lock seamlessly onto moving targets.
Advanced Focus Refinements: Supports precision tracking functions including real-time Lock-on AF, Expand Flexible Spot, and Eye AF (available in both AF-S and AF-C tracking modes). Manual focus shooters benefit from an integrated Peaking MF feature and target Focus Magnification overlays.
Body Design & Smart Connectivity
Ruggedized Magnesium Alloy Chassis: Features a light yet highly rigid magnesium alloy frame outfitted with extensive weather and dust seals. The durable, heavy-duty mechanical shutter mechanism is rigorously bench-tested to withstand more than 200,000 cycles.
High-Speed EVF & Tilting Touchscreen: Outfitted with an eye-level 2.36m-dot XGA Tru-Finder OLED electronic viewfinder displaying a dedicated 120 fps refresh mode for smooth motion tracking. This is paired with a 3.0″ 921.6k-dot tilting rear touchscreen LCD featuring White Magic RGBW brightness technology for clear daylight viewing.
Intelligent Touchpad Focus Integration: The rear touchscreen enables Touch Focus point assignment. When using the eye-level EVF, creators can use the display as an intuitive Touchpad to slide focus points smoothly across the frame without losing eye contact with the subject.
Wired & Wireless Networking: Features built-in Wi-Fi and NFC for one-touch image offloading and remote smartphone view control, supported by Bluetooth for location data acquisition. The micro-USB port accommodates continuous continuous bus power or in-camera charging via a computer or mobile battery.
Technical Specifications
Camera Type: Full-Featured APS-C Mirrorless Digital Camera
Lens Mount: Sony E-Mount (Full compatibility with A-mount lenses via optional LA-EA adapters)
Sensor Configuration: 24.2 Megapixel APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor
Image Processor: BIONZ X with High-Speed Front-End LSI
Image Stabilization: 5-Axis SteadyShot INSIDE (Up to 5.0 Stops of Correction)
Continuous Shooting Rate: Up to 11 frames per second (Up to 3 fps in Silent Electronic Shutter mode)
Maximum Video Resolution: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 30p; Full HD 1080p up to 120 fps
Log Configurations: S-Log3, S-Log2, S-Gamut3.Cine, S-Gamut3
Autofocus Configuration: 425 Phase-Detection / 169 Contrast-Detection Areas
Rear Panel Monitor: 3.0-inch 921.6k-dot Tilting RGBW Touchscreen LCD
Shutter Durability Rating: Certified for 200,000+ activations
Media Storage Slot: Single Slot (SD / SDHC / SDXC UHS-I compliant)
