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Sony a 6000 ILCE-6000, a 6000 ILCE-6000L/H Manual

Learning more about the camera ("Help Guide")

"Help Guide" is an on-line manual. Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera.

  1. Access the Sony support page.
    http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/
  2. Select your country or region.
  3. Search for the model name of your camera on the support page.
    • Check the model name on the bottom of your camera.

Viewing the Guide

This camera is equipped with a built-in instruction guide.

In-Camera Guide
The camera displays explanations for MENU items and the setting values.

  1. Press the MENU button or the Fn (Function) button.
  2. Select the desired item, then press the C2 button.

Shooting Tip
The camera displays shooting tips for the shooting mode selected.

  1. Press the C2 button in shooting mode.
  2. Select the desired shooting tip, then press on the control wheel.
    The shooting tip is displayed.
    • You can scroll the screen using and change shooting tips using .

Preparing the camera

Checking the supplied items

First check the model name of your camera. The accessories supplied differ depending on the model.
The number in parentheses indicates the quantity.

Supplied with all models

  • Camera (1)
  • Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada)

    * Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region.
  • Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1)
  • Micro USB cable (1)
  • AC adaptor AC-UB10C/UB10D (1)
  • Shoulder strap (1)
  • Eyepiece cup (1)
  • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)
  • Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1)
    This guide explains the functions that require a Wi-Fi connection.

ILCE-6000

  • Body cap (1) (attached to the camera)

ILCE-6000L

  • E16 – 50 mm zoom lens (1)
    (attached to the camera)/Front lens cap (1) (attached to the lens)

ILCE-6000Y

  • E16 – 50 mm zoom lens (1)
    (attached to the camera)/Front lens cap (1) (attached to the lens)
  • E55 – 210 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Rear lens cap (1)/Lens hood (1)

Identifying parts

Overview - Part 1

When the lens is removed

  1. Shutter button
  2. C1 (Custom 1) button
  3. Remote sensor
  4. ON/OFF (Power) switch
  5. Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator
  6. Lens release button
  7. Microphone1
  8. Lens
  9. Mount
  10. Image sensor2
  11. Lens contacts2
  1. Do not cover this part during movie recording.
  2. Do not touch this part directly.

Overview - Part 2

  1. Multi interface shoe1
  2. Image sensor position mark
  3. Hook for shoulder strap
  4. Wi-Fi sensor (built-in)
  5. Flash
    • Press the (Flash pop-up) button to use the flash. The flash does not pop up automatically.
    • When not using the flash, press it back into the camera body.
  6. Mode dial
    (Intelligent Auto)/
    (Superior Auto)/
    (Program Auto)/
    (Aperture Priority)/
    (Shutter Priority)/
    (Manual Exposure)/
    (Memory recall)/
    (Movie)/
    (Sweep Panorama)/
    (Scene Selection)
  7. Control dial
  8. Charge lamp
  9. Multi/Micro USB Terminal1
    • Supports Micro USB compatible device.
  10. HDMI micro jack
  1. For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe and the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony web site, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. You can also use accessories that are compatible with the accessory shoe. Operations with other manufacturers' accessories are not guaranteed.

Overview - Part 3

  1. Eye sensor
  2. Viewfinder
  3. Eyepiece cup
    • Not attached to the camera at the factory. It is recommended that you attach the eyepiece cup when you intend to use the viewfinder.
      Attaching/removing the eyepiece cup
    • Remove the eyepiece cup when you attach an accessory (sold separately) to the Multi Interface Shoe.
  4. LCD screen
    • You can adjust the screen to an easily viewable angle and shoot from any position.
  5. Diopter-adjustment dial
    • Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. If it is difficult to turn the diopter-adjustment dial, remove the eyepiece cup and then adjust the dial.
  6. (Flash pop-up) button
  7. MENU button
  8. For shooting: AEL button
    For viewing: Playback zoom
  9. MOVIE (Movie) button
  10. For shooting:
    Fn (Function) button
    For viewing:
    (Send to Smartphone) button
    • You can display the screen for [Send to Smartphone] by pressing the (Send to Smartphone) button.
  11. Control wheel
  12. C2 (Custom 2) button/ (Delete) button
  13. (Playback) button

Overview - Part 4

  1. (N Mark)
    • Touch the mark when you connect the camera to a smartphone equipped with the NFC function.
    • NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of the short-range wireless communication technology.
  2. Connection plate cover
    • Use this when using an AC- PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). Insert the connection plate into the battery compartment, and then pass the cord through the connection plate cover as shown below.
    • Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover.
  3. Tripod socket hole
    • Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur.
  4. Speaker
  5. Access lamp
  6. Battery/memory card cover
  7. Memory card slot
  8. Battery insertion slot
  9. Battery eject lever

Lens

E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5 – 5.6 OSS (supplied with ILCE-6000L/ILCE-6000Y)

  1. Zooming/Focusing ring
  2. Zooming lever
  3. Mounting index
  4. Lens contacts1
  1. Do not touch this part directly.

E55 – 210 mm F4.5 – 6.3 OSS (supplied with ILCE-6000Y)
Lens Overview - E55 – 210 mm F4.5 – 6.3 OSS

  1. Focusing ring
  2. Zooming ring
  3. Focal-length scale
  4. Focal-length index
  5. Lens contacts1
  6. Mounting index
  1. Do not touch this part directly.

Inserting the battery pack

Inserting the battery pack

  1. Open the cover.
  2. Insert the battery pack.
    • While pressing the battery eject lever, insert the battery pack as illustrated. Make sure that the battery eject lever locks after insertion.
    • Closing the cover with the battery inserted incorrectly may damage the camera.

Charging the battery pack

Charging the battery pack
Charge lamp
Lit: Charging
Off: Charging finished
Flashing:
Charging error or charging paused temporarily because the camera is not within the proper temperature range

  1. Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), using the micro USB cable (supplied).
  2. Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
    The charge lamp lights orange, and charging starts.
    • Turn off the camera while charging the battery.
    • You can charge the battery pack even when it is partially charged.
    • When the charge lamp flashes and charging is not finished, remove and re-insert the battery pack.

Notes

  • If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the charging resumes. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50ºF to 86ºF).
  • The battery pack may not be effectively charged if the terminal section of the battery is dirty. In this case, wipe any dust off lightly using a soft cloth or a cotton swab to clean the terminal section of the battery.
  • Connect the AC Adaptor (supplied) to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). If malfunctions occur while using the AC Adaptor, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source.
  • When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket).
  • Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cable (supplied) and AC Adaptor (supplied).
  • Power is not supplied during shooting/playback if the camera is connected to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the supplied AC adaptor. To supply power to the camera during shooting/playback, use the AC-PW20 AC adaptor (sold separately).

Charging time (Full charge)

The charging time is approximately 310 minutes using the AC Adaptor (supplied).
Notes

  • The above charging time applies when charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances.

Charging by connecting to a computer

The battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using a micro USB cable.

Notes

  • Note the following points when charging via a computer:
    • If the camera is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not charge for an extended period of time.
    • Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer to resume from sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer and the camera. That may cause the camera to malfunction. Before turning on/ off, or restarting the computer or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera and the computer.
    • No guarantees are made for charging using a custom-built computer or a modified computer.

Battery life and number of images that can be recorded and played back

Battery life Number of images
Shooting (still images) Screen Approx. 180 min. Approx. 360 images
Viewfinder Approx. 155 min. Approx. 310 images
Typical movie shooting Screen Approx. 60 min.
Viewfinder Approx. 60 min.
Continuous movie shooting Screen Approx. 90 min.
Viewfinder Approx. 90 min.
Viewing (still images) Approx. 275 min. Approx. 5500 images

Notes

  • The above number of images applies when the battery pack is fully charged. The number of images may decrease depending on the conditions of use.
  • The number of images that can be recorded is for shooting under the following conditions:
    • Using a Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (Mark2) media (sold separately).
    • When an E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5 – 5.6 OSS lens is attached.
    • The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).
    • [Viewfinder Bright.]: [Manual] [±0]
    • [Monitor Brightness]: [Manual] [±0]
  • The number for "Shooting (still images)" is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions:
    (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)
    • DISP is set to [Display All Info.].
    • [Focus Mode]: [Automatic AF]
    • Shooting once every 30 seconds.
    • The flash is used once every two times.
    • The power is turned on and off once every ten times.
  • The number of minutes for movie shooting is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions:
    • [ Record Setting]: 60i 17M(FH)/50i 17M(FH).
    • Typical movie shooting: Battery life based on repeatedly starting/stopping shooting, zooming, turning on/off, etc.
    • Continuous movie shooting: Battery life based on non-stop shooting until the limit (29 minutes) has been reached, and then continued by pressing the MOVIE button again. Other functions, such as zooming, are not operated.

Inserting a memory card

(sold separately)
Inserting a memory card

  1. Open the cover.
  2. Insert the memory card (sold separately).
    • With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place.
  3. Close the cover.

Memory cards that can be used

Memory card For still images For movies
A Memory Stick XC-HG Duo™
Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (Mark2 only)
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™
B SD memory card (Class 4 or faster)
SDHC memory card (Class 4 or faster)
SDXC memory card (Class 4 or faster)
  • In this manual, the products in the table are collectively referred to as follows:
    1. Memory Stick PRO Duo media
    2. SD card

To remove the memory card/battery pack

Memory card: Push the memory card in once to eject the memory card.
Battery pack: Slide the battery eject lever. Be sure not to drop the battery pack.
Notes

  • Never remove the memory card/battery pack when the access lamp is lit. This may cause damage to data in the memory card.

Attaching/removing the lens

Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the lens.
Attaching/removing the lens

  1. If the cap or the packaging lid is attached, remove it from the camera or the lens.
    • Quickly change the lens somewhere away from dusty locations to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera.
  2. Mount the lens by aligning the white index marks on the lens and the camera.
    • Hold the camera facing down to prevent dust from entering into the camera.
  3. While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position.
    • Be sure to put the lens on straight.

Notes

  • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button.
  • Do not use excessive force when attaching a lens.
  • The Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold separately). For details, refer to the operating manual supplied with the Mount Adaptor.
  • When using a lens equipped with a tripod socket, attach the socket on the lens side to the tripod to maintain balance.

Removing the lens

  1. Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the GB lens counterclockwise until it stops.

Notes

  • If dust or debris gets inside the camera while you are changing the lens and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light source to a digital signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. The camera vibrates slightly when it is turned off, due to the anti-dust function, to prevent dust from adhering to the image sensor. However, attach or remove the lens quickly somewhere away from dusty locations.
  • If foreign material attaches to the image sensor, dust it off using a blower.
  • Do not leave the camera with the lens removed.
  • When you want to use body caps or rear lens caps, please purchase ALC-B1EM (Body cap) or ALC-R1EM (Rear lens cap) (sold separately).
  • When you use a lens with a power zoom, set the power switch of the camera to OFF and confirm that the lens is completely retracted before switching lenses. If the lens has not retracted, do not press the lens in by force.
  • When attaching the camera to a tripod, be sure not to touch the zooming/focusing ring by mistake.

Setting the clock

Setting the clock

  1. Set the ON/OFF (Power) switch to ON.
    The Date & Time setting is displayed when you turn on the camera for the first time.
    • It may take some time for the power to turn on and allow operation.
  2. Check that [Enter] is selected on the screen, then press on the control wheel.
  3. Select a desired geographic location by following the on-screen instructions, then press .
  4. Set [Daylight Savings], [Date/Time] and [Date Format], then press .
    • When setting [Date/Time], midnight is 12:00 AM, and noon is 12:00 PM.
  5. Check that [Enter] is selected, then press .

Shooting still images/movies

Shooting still images/movies

Shooting still images

  1. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.
    When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the or indicator lights.
  2. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.

Shooting movies

  1. Press the MOVIE (Movie) button to start recording.
    • When using a lens with a zoom lever: Move the zoom lever.
      When using a lens with a zoom ring: Turn the zoom ring.
  2. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.

Notes

  • Do not pull up the flash manually. This may cause a malfunction.
  • When using the zoom function while shooting a movie, the sound of the camera operating will be recorded. The sound of the MOVIE button operating may also be recorded when movie recording is finished.
  • For the continuous shooting time of a movie recording, refer to "Number of still images and recordable time of movies". When movie recording is finished, you can restart recording by pressing the MOVIE button again.
    Recording may stop to protect the camera depending on the ambient temperature.

Viewing images

Viewing images

  1. Press the (Playback) button.

Selecting next/previous image

Select an image by pressing (next)/ (previous) on the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. Press in the center of the control wheel to view movies.

Deleting an image

  1. Press the (Delete) button.
  2. Select [Delete] with on the control wheel, then press .

Returning to shooting images

Press the shutter button halfway down.

Recording function

Introduction of other functions

Introduction of other functions

Control wheel
DISP (Display Contents): Allows you to change the screen display.
ISO (ISO): Allows you to set the sensitivity based on the brightness.
(Image Index): Allows you to view multiple images in a single-image screen at the same time.
(Photo Creativity): Allows you to operate the camera intuitively and shoot creative images easily.
(Exposure Comp.): Allows you to compensate the exposure and brightness for the entire image.
(Drive Mode): Allows you to switch between shooting methods, such as single shooting, continuous shooting or bracket shooting.
(Standard): [Lock-on AF] is assigned to this button in the default setting.

Fn (Function) button
Allows you to register 12 functions and recall those functions when shooting.

  1. Press the Fn (Function) button.
  2. Select the desired function by pressing on the control wheel.
  3. Select the setting value by turning the control wheel.

Control dial
You can instantly change the appropriate setting for each shooting mode just by turning the control dial.

Features of PlayMemories Home™

The software PlayMemories Home allows you to import still images and movies to your computer and use them. PlayMemories Home is required for importing AVCHD movies to your computer.
Importing images to the computer

  • You can download Image Data Converter (RAW image editing software) or Remote Camera Control, etc. by performing the following procedure: Connect the camera to your computer > launch PlayMemories Home > click [Notifications].

Notes

  • An Internet connection is required to install PlayMemories Home.
  • An Internet connection is required to use PlayMemories Online or other network services. PlayMemories Online or other network services may not be available in some countries or regions.
  • Use the following URL for Mac applications:
    http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/
  • If the software PMB (Picture Motion Browser), supplied with models released before 2011, has already been installed on your computer, PlayMemories Home will overwrite it during the installation. Use PlayMemories Home, the successor software of PMB.

System requirements

You can find the system requirements for the software at the following URL: www.sony.net/pcenv/

Installing PlayMemories Home on a computer

  1. Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to the following URL, and then install PlayMemories Home.
    www.sony.net/pm/
    • For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the following PlayMemories Home support page (English only):
      http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/
    • When installation is complete, PlayMemories Home starts.
  2. Connect the camera to your computer using the micro USB cable (supplied).
    • New functions may be installed in PlayMemories Home. Connect the camera to your computer even if PlayMemories Home is already installed on your computer.

Notes

  • Do not disconnect the micro USB cable (supplied) from the camera while the operating screen or the accessing screen is displayed. Doing so may damage the data.
  • To disconnect the camera from the computer, click on the tasktray, then click (disconnect icon). For Windows Vista, click on the tasktray.

Adding functions to the camera

You can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the application download website (PlayMemories Camera Apps™) via the Internet.
http://www.sony.net/pmca

  • After installing an application, you can call up the application by touching an NFC-enabled Android smartphone to the (N mark) on the camera, using the [One-touch(NFC)] function.

Notes

  • The application downloading function may not be available in some countries and regions. For details, refer to the application downloading website above.

Number of still images and recordable time of movies

The number of still images and recordable time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card.

Still images

[ Image Size]: [L: 24M]
When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2]*

Capacity\Quality 2 GB
Standard 330 images
Fine 200 images
RAW & JPEG 54 images
RAW 74 images

* When the [ Aspect Ratio] is set to other than [3:2], you can record more pictures than shown above. (Except when [ Quality] is set to [RAW].)

Movies

The table below shows the approximate maximum recording times. These are the total times for all movie files. Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes (a product specification limit). The maximum continuous recording time of an MP4 (12M) format movie is about 20 minutes (limited by the 2 GB file size restriction).
(h (hour), m (minute))

Record Setting\Capacity 2 GB
60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX) 10 m
60i 17M(FH)/50i 17M(FH) 10 m
60p 28M(PS)/50p 28M(PS) 9 m
24p 24M(FX)/25p 24M(FX) 10 m
24p 17M(FH)/25p 17M(FH) 10 m
1440×1080 12M 20 m
VGA 3M 1 h 10 m
  • The recordable time of movies varies because the camera is equipped with VBR (Variable Bit-Rate), which automatically adjusts the image quality depending on the shooting scene. When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the recordable time is shorter because more memory is required for recording. The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings.

Notes on using the camera

Functions built into this camera

  • This manual describes 1080 60i-compatible devices and 1080 50i-compatible devices.
    To check whether your camera is a 1080 60i-compatible device or 1080 50icompatible device, check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera.
    1080 60i-compatible device: 60i
    1080 50i-compatible device: 50i
  • This camera is compatible with 1080 60p or 50p-format movies. Unlike standard recording modes up to now, which record in an interlacing method, this camera records using a progressive method. This increases the resolution, and provides a smoother, more realistic image.

On use and care
Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping, or stepping on the product. Be particularly careful of the lens.

Notes on recording/playback

  • Before you start recording, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly.
  • This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-proof, nor water-proof.
  • Do not look at the sun or a strong light through a removed lens. This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes. Or it may cause a malfunction of the lens.
  • If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera.
  • Do not shake or strike the camera. It may cause a malfunction and you may not be able to record images. Furthermore, the recording media may become unusable or image data may be damaged.

Do not use/store the camera in the following places

  • In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction.
  • Under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction.
  • In a location subject to shaking or vibration
  • Near a location that generates strong radio waves, emits radiation or is strongly magnetic In such locations, the camera may not properly record or play back images.
  • In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera. This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired.

On storing
Be sure to attach the front lens cap when not using the camera.

Notes on the screen, electronic viewfinder and lens

  • The screen and electronic viewfinder are manufactured using extremely highprecision technology, and over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, some tiny black and/or bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may appear on the screen and electronic viewfinder. These dots are a normal result of the manufacturing process, and do not affect the recording.
  • When the lens is operating, be careful not to let your finger be caught by the lens.

About the magnet
There is a magnet attached in the area around the flash. Do not put objects that are affected by magnetic fields, such as a floppy disk or a credit card to the screen or the camera body.

On using the lenses and accessories
It is recommended that you use Sony lenses/accessories designed to suit the characteristics of this camera.
Using the products of other manufacturers may cause the camera not to operate to its capability, or result in accidents and malfunctions of the camera.

Notes on shooting with the viewfinder
When shooting with the viewfinder, you may experience symptoms such as eyestrain, fatigue, travel sickness, or nausea. We recommend that you take a break at regular intervals when you are shooting with the viewfinder.
The required length or frequency of the break may differ depending on the individuals, so you are advised to decide at your own discretion. In case you may feel uncomfortable, refrain from using the viewfinder until your condition recovers, and consult your doctor as necessary.

Notes on the flash

  • Do not carry the camera by the flash unit, or use excessive force on it.
  • If water, dust or sand get into the open flash unit, it may cause a malfunction.
  • Be sure to keep your fingers out of the way when you press the flash down.

On camera's temperature
Your camera and battery may get hot due to continuous use, but it is not a malfunction.

On the overheat protection
Depending on the camera and battery temperature, you may be unable to record movies or the power may turn off automatically to protect the camera.
A message will be displayed on the screen before the power turns off or you can no longer record movies. In this case, leave the power off and wait until the camera and battery temperature goes down. If you turn on the power without letting the camera and battery cool down enough, the power may turn off again or you may be unable to record movies.

On charging the battery
If you charge a battery that has not been used for a long time, you may be unable to charge it to the proper capacity.
This is due to the battery characteristics. Charge the battery again.

Warning on copyright
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws.

No guarantee in the case of damaged content or recording failures
Sony cannot provide a guarantee in the case of failure to record or loss or damage of recorded content due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc.

Cleaning the camera surface
Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth. To prevent damage to the finish or casing:

  • Do not expose the camera to chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide.

Maintaining the screen

  • Hand cream or moisturizer left on the screen may dissolve its coating. If you get any on the screen, wipe it off immediately.
  • Wiping forcefully with tissue paper or other materials can damage the coating.
  • If fingerprints or debris are stuck to the screen, we recommend that you gently remove any debris and then wipe the screen clean with a soft cloth.

Notes on wireless LAN
We assume no responsibility whatsoever for any damage caused by unauthorized access to, or unauthorized use of, destinations loaded on the camera, resulting from loss or theft.

Specifications

Camera

[System]
Camera type: Interchangeable lens digital camera
Lens: E-mount lens

[Image sensor]
Image sensor: APS-C format (23.5 mm × 15.6 mm) CMOS image sensor
Total pixel number of image sensor: Approx. 24 700 000 pixels
Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 24 300 000 pixels

[Anti-dust]
System: Charge protection coating on Optical Filter and ultrasonic vibration mechanism

[Auto focus system]
System: Phase detection system/Contrast detection system
Sensitivity range: EV0 to EV20 (at ISO 100 equivalent, with F2.8 lens)

[Exposure control]
Metering method: 1 200-segment metering by the image sensor
Metering range: EV0 to EV20 (at ISO 100 equivalent, with F2.8 lens)
ISO sensitivity (Recommended exposure index):
Still images: AUTO, ISO 100 – ISO 25 600
Movies: AUTO, ISO 100 – ISO 12 800 equivalent
Exposure compensation: ±5.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps)

[Shutter]
Type: Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type
Speed range:
Still images: 1/4 000 second to 30 seconds, BULB
Movies: 1/4 000 second to 1/4 second (1/3 EV step),
1080 60i-compatible device up to 1/60 second in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 second in [Auto Slow Shut.] mode)
1080 50i-compatible device up to 1/50 second in AUTO mode (up to 1/25 second in [Auto Slow Shut.] mode)
Flash sync speed: 1/160 second

[Recording media]
Memory Stick PRO Duo media, SD card

[LCD screen]
LCD panel: Wide, 7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT drive
Total number of dots: 921 600 dots

[Viewfinder]
Type: Electronic viewfinder
Total number of dots: 1 440 000 dots
Frame coverage: 100%
Magnification:
Approx. 1.07 ×
Approx. 0.70 × (35 mm-format equivalent) with 50 mm lens at infinity, –1 m–1 (diopter)
Eye point: Approx. 23 mm from the eyepiece, 21.4 mm from the eyepiece frame at –1 m–1
Diopter adjustment: –4.0 m–1 to +3.0 m–1

[Input/output terminals]
Multi/Micro USB Terminal*: USB communication
HDMI: HDMI type D micro jack
* Supports Micro USB compatible device.

[Power]
Battery type: Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50

[Power consumption]
When using an E PZ 16 – 50 mm F3.5 – 5.6 OSS lens*
When using the viewfinder: Approx. 2.8 W
When using an LCD screen: Approx. 2.4 W
* supplied with ILCE-6000L/ILCE-6000Y

[Others]
Exif Print: Compatible
PRINT Image Matching III: Compatible
DPOF: Compatible
Dimensions (CIPA compliant) (Approx.): 120.0 mm × 66.9 mm × 45.1 mm (4 3/4 inches × 2 7/8 inches × 1 13/16 inches) (W/H/D)
Mass (CIPA compliant) (Approx.):
344 g (12.1 oz) (including battery and Memory Stick PRO Duo media)
285 g (10.1 oz) (camera only)
Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
File format:
Still image: JPEG compliant (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.3, MPF Baseline), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 Format)
Movie (AVCHD format): AVCHD format Ver. 2.0 compatible
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator

  • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
    Movie (MP4 format):
    Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
    Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch

USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)

[Flash]
Flash guide number: 6 (in meters at ISO 100)
Recycling time: Approx. 4 seconds
Flash coverage: Covering 16 mm lens (focal length that the lens indicates)
Flash compensation: ±3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps)

[Wireless LAN]
Supported format: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Frequency band: 2.4 GHz
Supported security protocols: WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
Configuration method: WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)/Manual
Access method: Infrastructure mode
NFC: NFC Forum Type 3 Tagcompliant

AC Adaptor AC-UB10C/UB10D

Power requirements: AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 70 mA
Output voltage: DC 5 V, 0.5 A
Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature: –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)
Dimensions (Approx.): 50 mm × 22 mm × 54 mm (2 inches × 7/8 inches × 2 1/4 inches) (W/H/D)

Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50

Battery type: Lithium-ion battery
Maximum voltage: DC 8.4 V
Nominal voltage: DC 7.2 V
Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V
Maximum charge current: 1.02 A
Capacity:
Typical 7.7 Wh (1 080 mAh)
Minimum 7.3 Wh (1 020 mAh)

Lens

Lens E16 – 50 mm zoom lens1) E55 – 210 mm zoom lens
Camera ILCE-6000L/ILCE-6000Y ILCE-6000Y
Equivalent 35 mm-format focal length2) (mm) 24 – 75 82.5 – 315
Lens groups/elements 8 – 9 9 – 13
Angle of view2) 83° – 32° 28.2° – 7.8°
Minimum focus3) (m (ft.)) 0.25 – 0.3
(0.82 – 1)
1.0 (3.28)
Maximum magnification (×) 0.215 0.225
Minimum aperture f/22 – f/36 f/22 – f/32
Filter diameter (mm) 40.5 49
Dimensions (max. diameter × height) (Approx. mm (in.)) 64.7 × 29.9
(2 5/8 × 1 3/16)
63.8 × 108
(2 5/8 × 4 3/8)
Mass (Approx. g (oz.)) 116 (4.1) 345 (12.2)
SteadyShot Available Available
  1. Power zoom.
  2. The values for equivalent 35 mm-format focal length and angle of view are based on digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sized image sensor.
  3. Minimum focus is the shortest distance from the image sensor to the subject.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

On focal length

The picture angle of this camera is narrower than that of a 35 mm-format camera. You can find the approximate equivalent of the focal length of a 35 mm-format camera, and shoot with the same picture angle, by increasing the focal length of your lens by half.
For example, by using a 50 mm lens, you can get the approximate equivalent of a 75 mm lens of a 35 mm-format camera.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS


To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet.

Battery pack

If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions.

  • Do not disassemble.
  • Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as hammering, dropping or stepping on it.
  • Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals.
  • Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C (140°F) such as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun.
  • Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.
  • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.
  • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack.
  • Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children.
  • Keep the battery pack dry.
  • Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony.
  • Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions.

AC Adaptor

Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using the apparatus.
The power cord (mains lead), if supplied, is designed specifically for use with this camera only, and should not be used with other electrical equipment.

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Documents / Resources

References

Download manual

Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.

Download Sony a 6000 ILCE-6000, a 6000 ILCE-6000L/H Manual

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