Weve had furtive glances of sonys upcoming nex6 before, but only in the very clinical space of a government test lab. With a 16 megapixel aps hd cmos sensor, 1080p hd movies, highres 3 inch oled screen and builtin flash, the sony nex6 also features 10fps burst shooting, wifi connectivity and downloadable playmemories camera apps. Smooth power zoom makes the lens particularly suitable for video shooting. Sonys advancements in the ui department arent related to software.
For more more details on how to interpret our test data, check out our full explanation of our noise and dynamic range tests. In this article, we intend to elaborate how to enable final cut pro fcp 6fcp7fcpx to work with 1080 50p60p mts clips taken by a sony alpha nex6 compact camera. If youre a video shooter im not this will be important to you since the phasedetect autofocus is even working in video mode, unlike a dslr. Part of me feels guilty for giving the nex6 a threestar rating, when i was absolutely satisfied with the image quality.
Sony alpha nex6 sample images page index to all standard test shots, with explanations. Daniel bell gives his verdict on the sony nex6, a new mirrorless camera. Olympus features builtin image stabilization, no is available in nex 6. Mar 29, 20 similar in design to its siblings, the nex6 is just a tad larger, especially when compared to the new nex5r and last years nexf3 thanks to its grip and builtin electronic viewfinder. If you are looking for a photo camera that can shoot video. Snapsort compares the sony nex 6 vs the sony nex 7 to find out which is the winner. So that theres no confusion, this story is about a camera that was introduced in the fall of 2012. The sony alpha nex 6 mirrorless digital camera gracefully straddles the line between compact pointandshoot and dslr and in doing so, demonstrates why mirrorless cameras are becoming more and more popular with serious shooters. But theres more to using a camera than just the final output. Nex 6 fails video test from sonyrumors in reply to articvideo nov 14, 2012 i have seen some very impressive videos on the nex5n and the nex6 should equal that so, i am sure it has issues as i am about to test vs my canon hfm40 which is well known for low light. But the gx1s images were also significantly noisier at its softwares. Nov 14, 2012 sony nex6 test from johnnie behiri on vimeo.
Designed to deliver sharp, clear photos, this lens features a smooth autofocus motor for fast and quiet snapshots. Apr 07, 20 the nex6 and hopefully the replacement for the nex7 adds a 99point phasedetect autofocus array and it really works. The sony nex6 has an apsc size sensor, which gives it parity with any entry. The vivo nex s is an amazing conversation starter, but not a great camera phone. Support for nex6 downloads, manuals, tutorials and faqs sony. The nex6 keeps the abundance of modes gracing recent sony models, along with full hd video recording in 50p, multishot superior auto mode, and as a bonus wifi. The nex6 lets you shoot video in program auto mode, aperture and shutterpriority modes as. Comes with two lenses that are in perfect condition 1855mm f3. It also can shoot full hd 1080 avchd video at 60p and 24p, as well as mp4 1080, 720 and 480 video at 30pall with continuous af. Sony nex6 tested for video not good enough for video says. In the test lab since sony doesnt yet produce a real emount equivalent to the 50mm f1.
Sony nex6 is not in the compartibility list but it still can be mounted on dji ronin s and wellbalanced, see the video how. Viewing 19 reply threads author posts december 4, 2011 at 7. A new 1650mm power zoom lens has also been announced in conjunction with the sony nex6. The sony alpha nex6 is the latest evolution in the nex line of mirrorless compact system cameras. Tricks, how tos, firmware, drivers, software, problem solving about nex6. Launch pavtube mts converter for mac as a sony nex 6 video converter. Similar in design to its siblings, the nex6 is just a tad larger, especially when compared to the new nex5r and last years nexf3 thanks to its grip and builtin electronic viewfinder. This is roughly half the size of the standard 1855mm kit lens that has previously accompanied nex cameras. Page 16 the following lenses support phasedetection af but initially require a firmware update available from the sony website if not included as kit lens with nex6. Unfortunately, we didnt get to test out sonys new 1650mm power zoom lens, but we did put the nex6 through its paces using the familiar.
Sony nex6 sample hd video and autofocus testing youtube. The silent focusing means you can record videos without worrying about extraneous noises or take candid pictures without disturbing your subject. The sony nex 6 has an apsc size sensor, which gives it parity with any entry and most midlevel dslrs. The nex6 system includes external flash units, video lights, adaptors and more everything you need when its time to expand. Nex 6 also offers bit fast continuous shooting speed compared to olympus ep5. The one thing i will say in the nex favor however, is look at its price point. The silent focusing means you can record videos without worrying about extraneous noises. As you might guess, fewer pixels mean that the nex6 loses the resolution battle to the nex7, but it also brings better noise performance. Aug 03, 2014 a few test shots taken with the sony nex 6 and some old m42 lenses. My sony register your product for software updates and lifetime support or sign up for sony newsletter and exclusive offers register on my. The nex6 is the latest compact system camera from sony, slotting in between the midlevel nex5r and the topofthe range nex7.
The nex6 is a great camera but according to johnnie behiri. This shot was taken with an nex 6 and a vintage 1973 olympus 50mm f1. Video capture avchd 1920 x 1080 60 fps 28mbps avchd 1920 x 1080 60 fps 24mbps. Spending the day with the nex 6 left me with a very clear opinion. Click add video or add from folder icon to load your source files directly from your nex 6 camera, or from a card reader, or from the file folder that contains the source mts videos stored on your computers hard disk drive. Part of me feels guilty for giving the nex 6 a threestar rating, when i was absolutely satisfied with the image quality. Nex 6 fails video test from sonyrumors in reply to articvideo nov 14, 2012 i have seen some very impressive videos on the nex 5n and the nex 6 should equal that so, i am sure it has issues as i am about to test vs my canon hfm40 which is well known for low light. Announced in september 2012 alongside the more consumerorientated nex5r, the nex6 sits just below the flagship nex7 in the product lineup and shares the same body shape and styling as well as many of the flagship models features, though. Wedding video tutorial shooting with a sony nex6 and a. Page 9 what better way to see a digital level gauge displays camera roll leftright tilt the world than through and pitch frontback tilt.
Nexs photos feature wider color coverage and p3 color gamut. Here we compare the sony nex6 with the panasonic g5. For technical assistance please contact the nextech help desk by live chat, email or by calling 888. With an apsc sized sensor, fast autofocus, an electronic viewfinder, comfortable control dials, and of course. As we already noted, the sony nex6 is quite compact, and the new retractable sel1650mm f3.
And its very affordable in todays secondhand marketplace. Similar to the nex7, it a bit smaller and more affordable. Sony alpha nex6 camera user manual, instruction manual, user guide pdf free download sony alpha nex6 pdf user manual, user guide, instructions, sony alpha nex6 owners manual. Screen this tab shows the measurement values and graph derived directly from a raw image when displayed on a computer screen at 100% magnification i. Highdefinition video recording capabilities have become a fairly standard feature on the cameras being released nowadays and the sony nex6 is no exception. With the announcement of the nex6, sony appears to be refining the highend. Video features have become an important factor to many photographers when choosing a new camera. The sony nex 6 is an outstanding performer and it can be purchased at a true bargain price. How to clean the image sensor for ilce series and nex series. Sony a6000 vs sony nex 6 image quality, high iso, focus testing, and more.
The sony alpha nex6 is the latest addition to the nex range of mirrorless compact system cameras. The nex6 and hopefully the replacement for the nex7 adds a 99point phasedetect autofocus array and it really works. The background of a picture is dark and underexposed when using a flash. Pc audio not wireless remember to change it back to record since it was a software fix, i would guess it would work on other gaming systems. For a phone as big as this its surprisingly manageable, with. From the nex7 it takes the bright and highly detailed electronic viewfinder, while from the nex5r it takes the builtin wifi connectivity.
This is wedding video tutorial shooting with a sony nex6 and a glidecam by nitsan simantov on vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people. Our hd video loop test ran for a solid 16 hours and 23 minutes, which is one of the best scores we have seen in this segment. For technical assistance please contact the nex tech help desk by live chat, email or by calling 888. The nex6 can shoot still images at up to 10 fps with continuous tracking af. Downloads ending for the sony raw driver and some versions of playmemories home, action cam movie creator, and. Sony nex6 tested for video not good enough for video. In this sony nex6 hd video i will be doing some sample autofocus testing and show you some real world sample video from the past few. This gives the camera faster and more accurate autofocus. The nex6 is an enthusiast level mirrorless camera that features the highresolution oled viewfinder we first saw on the nex7 and builds on the capabilities that appeared on the recent nex5r.
Installed apps save images and video to dedicated subfolders on the card so you. Sony nex 6 is not in the compartibility list but it still can be mounted on dji ronin s and wellbalanced, see the video how. The nex 6 features fast hybrid af system to wifi connectivity and downloadable camera apps. With a 16 megapixel aps hd cmos sensor, 1080p hd movies, highres 3 inch oled screen and builtin flash, the sony nex 6 also features 10fps burst shooting, wifi connectivity and downloadable playmemories camera apps. Like many of the cameras that i use, its not the latest or greatestbut its miles above the good enough threshold. Unfortunately, we didnt get to test out sonys new 1650mm power zoom lens, but we did put the nex6 through its paces using the familiar 1855mm kit glass that came with our nexc3. Highdynamic 16 mpix sensorthe nex6 uses the well known and perfectly mastered 16mpix exmor apsc cmos sensor that astonished the photo world with its dynamic range and high. The sony nex6 bridges the gap between the flagship nex7 and the more consumerorientated nex5r, borrowing features from both models. Highdefinition video recording capabilities have become a fairly standard feature on the cameras being released nowadays and the sony nex 6 is no exception. Sony claims this camera to be prosumer but if you edit video then it is clearly not a. Mar 06, 2019 the vivo nex s is an amazing conversation starter, but not a great camera phone. Sony alpha nex6 camera user manual, instruction manual. Snapsort compares the sony nex6 vs the sony nex 7 to find out which is the winner. Spending the day with the nex6 left me with a very clear opinion.
In this sony nex 6 hd video i will be doing some sample autofocus testing and show you some real world sample video from the past few days. Mar 26, 20 the nex 6 is an enthusiast level mirrorless camera that features the highresolution oled viewfinder we first saw on the nex 7 and builds on the capabilities that appeared on the recent nex 5r. The nex 6 is a great camera but according to johnnie behiri. Also, the sony nex 6 only lets you auto bracket 3 shots, not 5, 7 and so on. Mahasawas canal, jesada technik museum, nakorn pathom, thailand duration. As we already noted, the sony nex 6 is quite compact, and the new retractable sel1650mm f3. There are plenty of other phones out there that will take a better shot. Styled in basic black, the nex6 isnt quite pocketable, although with smaller lenses like the 16mm prime, it might fit into a large jacket pocket. Dec 19, 2012 the nex 6 is the latest compact system camera from sony, slotting in between the midlevel nex 5r and the topofthe range nex 7.
Video shot with the nex6 compares favorably with footage captured. To test the stabilisation performance of the 1650mm power zoom with the. The result is astounding onscreen vibrancy and richer, lifelike colors. I believe, same trick would help sony nex7 and a6000 owners too camera bodies are so lightweight and lens mount shifted to the left, the counterweight on the arm is needed to be wellbalanced. Sony alpha nex6 emount interchangeable lens system camera incorporates a 16. With the nex6, that aging versions been retired at least temporarily. Card with file rescue softwarefast data transfer matches the nex6s transfer speed lexar 32gb.
Nex 6 for pro video first tests moire, aliasing and detail nitsan simantov. Sony nex6 spotted in the wild, electronic viewfinder and. The nex6 features fast hybrid af system to wifi connectivity and downloadable camera apps. Pc audio not wireless remember to change it back to record. Termination of the map view function in playmemories home for windows and the map display function in the gps image tracker 14 february 2019. When i first tried it, it showed picture right away but i didnt test the sound so i moved the cables around and tried to adjust the settings. With an apsc sized sensor, fast autofocus, an electronic viewfinder, comfortable control dials, and of course, interchangeable lenses, the nex6 can play big, but its. A few test shots taken with the sony nex6 and some old m42 lenses. Nex 6 fails video test from sonyrumors nov 14, 2012 how does this make you feel. The modes available are superior auto, intelligent auto, program auto. Sony entered the mirrorless game long back with the nex3 and nex5 at a time when the mirrorless camera segment was a. Enable final cut pro 67 and fcp x to work with nex6 50p. Oct 10, 2012 unfortunately, we didnt get to test out sonys new 1650mm power zoom lens, but we did put the nex 6 through its paces using the familiar 1855mm kit glass that came with our nex c3. When it entered the mirrorless market with the nex3 and nex5 back in 2010, sony, along.