Question 1

I understand that this camera does ot have image stabilization, If not then we have to buy lens with it ?

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The image stabilizer in lenses works better with my NEX-7. Part of this, I am guessing, is that phase detection autofocus sensor areas work better in a pentaprism DSLR, such as Canon EOS. My T3i rarely ever focuses on the wrong subject. The only two brands I have used that have excellent autofocus are in Fujifilm and Nikon. Otherwise, a P&S camera with contract detection actually works better than phase detection only relevant to exposure, but when phase detection works properly, it is often dependent on the lens, aperture, and wide/telephoto angle. The lack of phase detection in the NEX-7 is only better because the AI in the a6000 is not Sony's forte in terms of their algorithm team, but maybe their design team is better geared for the UI. Although I prefer Panasonic over Sony anymore, even Panasonic is showing delays and errors in properly autofocusing thanks to using the 1" sensor found in RX100. Any RX100 model has the same, faulty bokeh as found in the interchangeable lens systems, but that is because they don't cost double the price the NEX-7 is worth. You pay more for a product that works better in most cases, and this is no exception. Hope this helps. If budget is an issue and you want great photo and video quality, the only model I recommend (alas, mine broke by accident) is the Sony DSC-HX60V. It has great photo quality, focuses accurately in most cases, and has good video quality, but it does struggle big-time with hunting in low-light conditions, even though the quality is still close to the RX100. Just be sure to buy the European model of the HX60V, as the American models have smeary detail, and at the time I bought that model, it was not available in the US and Canada. You have to change the format to NTSC, as the default is PAL. Read my review on the HX60V, as I would not mind buying it again, but have had some discrepancies deciding between other technology I can't even begin to explain here.

Question 2

Hey all, this might sound silly.. but if i buy this camera, will it fit in this bag? http://amzn.to/2kGZKW0

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Definitely will fit!  The a6000 is a fairly small camera body, I have the same bag and the inside is massive - will fit the camera, lenses, and any flashes or extra batteries too - definitely recommend getting a bag as it has saved my camera's life during multiple photography trips!!  Case Logic is a legit brand, Best of luck

Question 3

Is this camera the next in line for what would have been the NEX7 successor?

Accepted Answer

The a6000 really is the successor to the NEX-7. The a7's are full frame as the NEX-7 and the a6000 are APS-C sensor camera's. The a6000 is the very best camera out there for money-quality. I've owned the NEX-7, and there is no comparison to it vs the a6000.  If you get the a6000, I recommend you get the sony 18-200 lens or the tamron 18-200. You'll be real happy.

Question 4

What is a level gauge display?

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Its a digital level displayed on screen to aid it keeping the camera level with horizons especially useful for landscape photography.  While most recent Sony cameras have this feature it is surprisingly absent from the a6000.  It is unknown if the limitation is hardware or software based at this time as Sony isn't commenting.

ASIN	B00I8BICB2
Age Range Description	Adult
Aperture modes	F2.8
Aspect Ratio	16:9, 3:2
Auto Focus Technology	Center, Continuous, Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Phase Detection, Selective single-point, Single, Tracking
Autofocus Points	25
Best Sellers Rank	#109,591 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #287 in Mirrorless Cameras
Bit Depth	14 Bit
Brand	Sony
Built-In Media	AC Adapter AC-UB10, Eye Piece, Micro USB Cable, NP-FW50 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery (1020mAh), Neck Strap, Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens (Black), Sony Alpha a6000 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 16-50mm Lens (Black), Warranty
Camera Flash	Built-In
Camera Lens	16-50mm Power Zoom Lens
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Smartphone
Compatible Flash Memory Type	Memory Stick Pro Duo, SDHC, SDXC
Compatible Mountings	Sony E (NEX), Sony FE
Connectivity Technology	HDMI, NFC, USB
Continuous Shooting	11 frames_per_second
Crop Mode	APS-C
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,706)
Digital Scene Transition	zoom
Digital Zoom	2
Display Fixture Type	Tilting
Display Maximum Resolution	3072 x 1728
Display Resolution Maximum	921600
Display Type	LCD
Dots Per Screen	921600 dots (assuming the screen size is 3.0 inches diagonally)
Effective Still Resolution	24.3 mp
Expanded ISO Minimum	100
Exposure Control	Automatic, Programmed AE
File Format	JPEG (DCF v2.0, EXIF v2.3), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3)
Flash Memory Bus Interface Type	Internal
Flash Memory Speed Class	10
Flash Memory Type	SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Flash Memory Video Speed Class	V60
Flash Modes	Automatic, Fill Flash
Flash Sync Speed	1/160 sec
Focal Length Description	16 to 50mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 24 to 75mm)
Focus Features	Hybrid
Focus Mode	Direct Manual Focus (DMF)
Focus Type	Manual Focus
Form Factor	Mirrorless
Generation	1
Global Trade Identification Number	00027242878822, 04905524974362
HDMI Type	Type D Micro HDMI
Hardware Interface	USB
Image Capture Type	Stills & Video
Image stabilization	No
Item Weight	12.16 ounces
JPEG Quality Level	Fine
Lens Construction	Optical Stabilization
Lens Correction Type	Chromatic Aberration, Peripheral Illumination
Lens Type	Interchangeable
Manufacturer	Sony
Manufacturer Part Number	ILCE6000L/B
Maximum Aperture	3.5 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length	50 millimeters
Maximum Image Size	24 mp
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds
Memory Slots Available	1
Memory Storage Capacity	64 GB
Metering Methods	Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
Minimum Focal Length	16 millimeters
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds
Model Name	Alpha 6000
Model Number	ILCE6000L/B
Model Series	Alpha a6000
Number of Diaphragm Blades	7
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Optical Zoom	3 x
Photo Filter Thread Size	40.5 millimeters
Photo Sensor Resolution	24 mp
Photo Sensor Size	APS-C
Real Angle Of View	29.8 degrees
Recording Capacity	29 minutes
Screen Size	3 inches
Self Timer	10 seconds, 2 seconds
Sensor Type	CMOS
Series Number	6000
Shooting Modes	Continuous Shooting
Skill Level	Professional
Special Feature	Fast Hybrid AF and 179 Phase-Detect Points; Up to 11 fps Shooting; Full HD 1080/24/60P Video
Specific Uses For Product	Photography, Videography
Supported Image Format	AVCHD, JPEG, MPEG-4, RAW
Total Still Resolution	24.3 mp
Total USB 2.0 Ports	1
Total USB 3.0 Ports	1
Total USB Ports	1
Total Video Out Ports	1
UPC	027242878822
Unit Count	1 Count
Video Output	HDMI
Video Resolution	FHD 1080p
Viewfinder	Electronic
Viewfinder Magnification	0.70x
Warranty Description	1 year coverage for labor, 1 year coverage for parts
White Balance Settings	Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
Wireless Technology	Yes
Zoom	Optical Zoom

Alpha a6000 Mirrorless Digital Camera 24.3MP SLR Camera with 3.0-Inch LCD (Black) w/16-50mm Power Zoom Lens

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