Sony Alpha 5100 Digital Camera Body Only

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About the Sony Alpha 5100 Digital Camera Body Only

BIONZ X™ for faster image processing

The BIONZ X™ image processing engine reproduces texture and detail in real time—for remarkably realistic images with rich tonal gradations and a natural appearance. Visual noise is nearly imperceptible, thanks to advanced area-specific noise reduction. Detail reproduction technology delivers fine textures, and diffraction-reducing technology optimizes the performance of any lens.

Fast Hybrid AF films with artistic control

Fast Hybrid AF provides extremely accurate focusing and smooth subject tracking, even while shooting movies. You can also adjust AF tracking duration and AF drive speed, for greater artistic control over the films you shoot.

Improved Lock-on AF targets your subject

Lock-on AF enhances the tracking of moving subjects by using the optimal? AF point at all?times, and adjusting the target frame size to match your subject’s?characteristics. Thanks to advances in phase-detection AF, it’s now more accurate than ever–so lock-on, and shoot fast-moving targets with precision.

Built-in pop-up flash for expanded exposures

The a built-in pop-up flash (GN4; ISO 100?m) is useful for shooting in low light, capturing subjects in night landscapes (Slow Sync), and shooting portraits in backlit conditions (Daylight Flash). For the portrait-oriented, it can add a beautiful catch-light to a subject’s eyes. Rear Sync mode makes it possible to capture the path of a moving subject in a natural manner.

Works with iMovie and Final Cut Pro X

This product is compatible with Final Cut Pro X and iMovie.

Record movies in Full HD detail

Press the MOVIE button to record films that are notable for their sharpness and lack of visual noise—in your choice of 60p, 60i, or 24p. Improved Fast Hybrid AF provides remarkably fast and accurate autofocusing and tracking. P/A/S/M modes give you control over how the image looks, and Clear Image Zoom lets you zoom with extra clarity.

Track fast-moving subjects with 179 AF points

The Fast Hybrid AF system has 179 accurate phase-detection AF points, covering nearly the entire image area. They enhance subject tracking and the capture of fast-moving subjects, and improve scene recognition as well as subject size detection. Combined with 25 high-speed, high-precision contrast-detection AF points, you can capture with confidence.

Eye AF puts faces in focus

Show off your subject’s best side, with extremely accurate Eye AF. Even when capturing someone partially turned away from the camera using a shallow depth of field, it ensures that their face will be in sharp focus. A green frame appears over the prioritized eye to let you know that focus has been achieved, and you’re ready to shoot.

One-touch remote and one-touch sharing

One-touch remote lets you use your smartphone or tablet as a viewfinder and remote control for a digital camera, and one-touch sharing lets you transfer your photos and videos from your camera. Either way, by installing PlayMemories Mobile app to your NFC enable Android smartphone or tablet, you can avoid complex set-up sequences and establish wireless connection simply by touching your device to the camera. You are now ready to control your camera from your smartphone to take a photo from a previously out-of-reach spot, or simply be in your own group shot, as well as transfer them instantly to your smartphone for sharing on SNS. No NFC? No problem. You can also pair the devices manually.

Fast Hybrid AF captures with clarity

Shoot with unparalleled precision, thanks to advanced Fast Hybrid AF. Improved phase-detection and contrast-detection capabilities achieve autofocus in 0.07 seconds. Advanced features include faster data reading from?the image sensor, higher-speed BIONZ? X™ data processing, more advanced AF algorithms, and optimized control of the lens drive.

6fps continuous shooting with AF tracking

Capture the decisive moment, even when your subject is speeding along. 6fps continuous shooting with superior AF tracking makes the most of the superb tracking capability of the 179 phase-detection AF points, and accurately tracks your subject—anywhere on the screen. Continuous shooting in high-speed situations achieves crispness and clarity.

180º tiltable LCD screen for creative freedom

Enjoy enhanced shooting comfort with a 3” LCD screen that tilts 180º to accommodate shooting at every angle, from low to high and in-between. This flexibility, combined with the camera’s compact mobility, will greatly expand your shooting options.

Supported in Capture One Express (for Sony)

Capture One Express (for Sony) is one of the world’s best RAW converters, rendering precise colours and incredible detail. It contains flexible digital asset management, all the essential adjustment tools and fast, responsive performance in one customizable and integrated solution. * Please direct all inquiries on purchase, usage and support on Capture One solutions to Phase One.

Lens

LENS MOUNT: Sony E-mount lenses

LENS COMPATIBILITY: Sony E-mount lenses

Sensor

SENSOR TYPE: APS-C
NUMBER OF PIXELS (EFFECTIVE): 24.3MP
NUMBER OF PIXELS (TOTAL): Approx. 24.7 megapixels

IMAGE SENSOR ASPECT RATIO: 3:2
ANTI-DUST SYSTEM: Charge protection coating on Optical Filter

Recording (still images)

RECORDING FORMAT (STILL IMAGES): JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver.2.3, MPF Baseline compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format)
IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS), 3:2: L: 6000 x 4000 (24M), M: 4240 x 2832 (12M), S: 3008 x 2000 (6.0M)
IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS), 16:9: L: 6000 x 3376 (20M), M: 4240 x 2400 (10M), S: 3008 x 1688 (5.1M)
IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS), SWEEP PANORAMA: Standard: horizontal 8,192 x 1,856 (15M), vertical 3,872 x 2,160 (8.4M), Wide: horizontal 12,416 x 1,856 (23M), vertical 5,536 x 2,160 (12M)

IMAGE QUALITY MODES: JPEG Fine, JPEG Standard, RAW, RAW+JPEG
PICTURE EFFECT: HDR Painting (High/Mid/Low), High Contrast Mono, Illustration (High/Mid/ Low), Miniature (Auto/Top/Middle(H)/Bottom/Right/Middle(V)/Left), Partial colour (R,G,B,Y), Pop colour, Posterization (colour, B/W), Retro Photo, Rich-tone Mono, Soft Focus (High/Mid/Low), Soft High-key, Toy Camera (Normal/Cool/Warm/Green/Magenta), Watercolour
CREATIVE STYLE: Black & White, Landscape, Portrait, Sepia (Contrast (-3 to +3 steps), Saturation (-3 to +3 steps), Sharpness (-3 to +3 steps)), Standard, Sunset, Vivid
DYNAMIC RANGE FUNCTIONS: Auto High Dynamic Range (Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure Difference Level (1-6 EV, 1.0 EV step)), Dynamic Range Optimizer (Auto/Level (1-5)), Off

Recording (movie)

RECORDING FORMAT (MOVIE): AVCHD 2.0 / MP4 / XAVC S
IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS), NTSC*: AVCHD: 1920 x 1080 (60p, 28M, PS), 1920 x 1080 (60i, 24M, FX), 1920 x 1080 (60i, 17M, FH), 1920 x 1080 (24p, 24M, FX), 1920 x 1080(24p, 17M, FH), MP4: 1440 x 1080 (30fps), VGA(640 x 480, 30fps), XAVC S: 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50M), 1920 x 1080 (30p, 50M), 1920 x 1080 (24p, 50M)

MOVIE FUNCTIONS: Dual Video Rec, AF Tracking Duration, AF Drive Speed, Auto Slow Shutter, HDMI Info. Display

Storage Media

COMPATIBLE RECORDING MEDIA: Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, SD memory card, SDHC memory card (UHS-I compliant), SDXC memory card (UHS-I compliant)

Noise reduction

NOISE REDUCTION: Long exposure NR: available of shutter speeds longer than 1 sec., High ISO NR: Normal / Low

White balance

WHITE BALANCE MODES: Auto, Cloudy, colour Temperature2500 to 9900K& colour filterG7 to M7(15-step), A7 to B7(15-step), Custom, Daylight, Flash, FluorescentWarm White / Cool White / Day White / Daylight, Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
AWB MICRO ADJUSTMENT: YesG7 to M7, 15-stepA7 to B7, 15-step

BRACKETING: 3 frames, H/L selectable

Focus

FOCUS TYPE: Fast Hybrid AF(phase-detection AF/contrast-detection AF)
FOCUS SENSOR: Exmor™ CMOS sensor
FOCUS POINT: 179 points (phase-detection AF) / 25 points (conotrast-detection AF)
FOCUS SENSITIVITY RANGE: EV-1 to EV20 (ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
AF MODE: AF-A (Automatic AF), AF-S (Single-shot AF), AF-C ( Continuous AF), DMF (Direct Manual Focus), Manual Focus

FOCUS AREA: Wide (179 points (phase-detection AF), 25 points(contrast-detection AF)) / Zone / Center / Flexible Spot (S/M/L) / Lock-on AF ( Wide / Zone / Center / Flexible Spot (S/M/L))
OTHER FEATURES: Lock-on AF, Eye AF, Predictive control, Focus lock
AF ILLUMINATOR: Built-in flash
AF ILLUMINATOR RANGE: Approx. 0.3- approx. 3.0m (with E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached)

Exposure

METERING TYPE: 1200-zone evaluative metering
METERING SENSOR: Exmor™ CMOS sensor
METERING SENSITIVITY: EV-1 to EV20 (at ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
METERING MODE: Center-weighted, Multi-segment, Spot
EXPOSURE MODES: Aperture priority (A), iAUTO, Manual (M), Movie (Programmed AE (P) / Aperture priority (A) / Shutter-speed priority (S) / Manual (M) ), Programmed AE (P), Scene Selection, Shutter-speed priority (S), Superior Auto, Sweep Panorama

SCENE SELECTION: Anti Motion Blur, Hand-held Twilight, Landscape, Macro, Night portrait, Night Scene, Portrait, Sports action, Sunset
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION: Still images: +/- 3.0EV (1/3EV steps), Movies: +/- 2.0EV (1/3EV steps)
AUTO (AE) BRACKETING: Bracket: Cont./Bracket: Single, With 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1.0 EV, 2.0 EV, 3.0 EV increments, 3/5 frames (1.0 EV, 2.0 EV, 3.0 EV : only 3 frames) selectable
AE LOCK: Locked when shutter button is pressed halfway. (Auto/On/Off selectable)
ISO SENSITIVITY: ISO 100–25600

LCD Screen

SCREEN TYPE: 3.0" wide type TFT LCD
TOUCH SCREEN: Yes
TOTAL NUMBER OF DOTS: 921,600 dots
BRIGHTNESS CONTROL (LCD): Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2), Sunny Weather mode
ADJUSTABLE ANGLE: Up by approx. 180 degrees

LCD DISPLAY: Display All Info, Graphic Display, Histgram, No Disp. Info
REAL-TIME IMAGE ADJUSTMENT DISPLAY (LCD): ON/OFF
FOCUS MAGNIFIER: Yes
PEAKING MF: Yes (Level setting: High/Mid/Low/Off, colour: White/Red/Yellow)

Other Features

FACE DETECTION: On, On (Regist. Faces), Off
AUTO OBJECT FRAMING: Yes (Still Images)
CLEAR IMAGE ZOOM: Approx. 2x
SMART ZOOM (STILL IMAGE): M:Approx. 1.4x, S:Approx. 2x
DIGITAL ZOOM (STILL IMAGE): L:Approx. 4x;M:Approx. 5.7x;S:Approx. 8x
DIGITAL ZOOM (MOVIE): Approx. 4x

PLAYMEMORIES CAMERA APPS™: Yes
LENS COMPENSATION: Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion
SELF-PORTRAIT: Yes (3 sec delay / OFF selectable)
SMILE SHUTTER: Smile shutter (selectable from 3 steps)
TOUCH SHUTTER: Yes

Shutter

SHUTTER SPEED: Movies: 1/4000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps) up to 1/60 in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 in Auto slow shutter mode), Still images:1/4000 to 30 sec, Bulb
FLASH SYNC. SPEED: 1/160 sec.

ELECTRONIC FRONT SHUTTER CURTAIN: Yes

Image Stabilization

STEADYSHOT: Not supported (image stabilisation supported on lens)

COMPENSATION EFFECT: Lens Compensation:Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion

Flash

FLASH CONTROL: Pre-flash TTL
FLASH COMPENSATION: +/- 2.0EV (1/3EV steps)

FLASH MODES: Autoflash, Fill-flash, Flash off, Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction (on/off selectable), Slow Sync.

Drive

DRIVE MODES: Bracketing (Single,Cont.), Continuous shooting, DRO bracket, Self-timer (10/2 sec delay selectable), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec delay 3/5 exposures selectable), Single-shot, White Balance bracket

CONTINUES SHOOTING: 6 fps (in High Continuous shooting)

Playback

PLAYBACK MODES: 12/30-frame index view, Auto Review (10/ 5/ 2 sec, Off), Delete, Enlarged display mode (L: 16.7x, M: 11.8x, S: 8.3x, Panorama (Standard): 19.2x, Panorama (Wide): 29.1x), Folder selection (Date/ Still/ MP4/ AVCHD/ XAVC S), Forward/Rewind (Movie), Image orientation (Manual/Off selectable), Panorama scrolling, Protect, Single (with or without shooting information RGB histogram & highlight / shadow warning), Slideshow

Interface

PC INTERFACE: Mass-storage, MTP, PC remote
NFC™: Yes

HD OUTPUT: 4K Still Image PB, BRAVIA Sync (Control for HDMI), HDMI micro connector (Type-D), PhotoTV HD
INTERFACES: Multi/Micro USB Terminal, PC remote

Audio

MICROPHONE: Built-in stereo microphone

SPEAKER: Built-in, monaural

Print

COMPATIBLE STANDARDS: Exif Print, Print Image Matching III, DPOF setting

Custom function

CUSTOM FUNCTION TYPE: Yes

Power

SUPPLIED BATTERY: NP-FW50 W-series Rechargeable Battery Pack
BATTERY LIFE (CIPA, STILL IMAGES): Up to 400 shots
BATTERY LIFE (CIPA, MOVIES): Actual Recording:Approx. 75 min, Continuous Recording:Approx. 110 min

EXTERNAL POWER: AC Adaptor AC-PW20 (sold separately)
INTERNAL BATTERY CHARGE: Yes

Size & Weight

DIMENSIONS (W X H X D): 109.6 x 62.8 x 35.7 mm

WEIGHT: 224 g (Body Only) / 283 g (With battery and media)

WiFi®

VIEW ON SMARTPHONE: Yes
UPLOAD TO PC: Yes

VIEW ON TV: Yes
WIRELESS & NETWORK CAPABILITIES: Downloadable Camera Apps, NFC One-touch functionality, Wi-Fi

Colour Options

black

What's In The Box

SELP1650
Lens cap
Rechargeable battery

AC Adaptor
Shoulder strap
Micro USB cable