SONY a5100 - Still Great in 2022!

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  • @ArronPrescott
    @ArronPrescott  2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Are you still using this legendary camera in 2022? Let me know!

    • @jan-martinulvag1962
      @jan-martinulvag1962 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have many fuji cameras and more or less all of them have problems with artifacts/worms. a5100 has not. I keep the XF10 in camera sharpness at minus 2, and I sharpen the pictures with windows 10 clarity and strangely enough then the result is much better than what the camera can do. The sharpness in camera destroys the image and there is no way to fix it in post.

    • @woah5016
      @woah5016 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes

    • @AdventureswithPeps
      @AdventureswithPeps 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Still using mine for youtube/streaming. Makes for a great facecam. I upgraded at Christmas to the Sony ZV-E10 but A5100 was my first camera and holds a spot in my heart, it is also set up the way I like it so turn on and go.

    • @fans6770
      @fans6770 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I sold mine in the middle of last year ☹️ and haven't got replacement for it. Actually love it a lot and for quality & features it has, I think it is worth buying in 2022 😁👍🏽

    • @ArronPrescott
      @ArronPrescott  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The same upgrade as me! Not sure I'll ever be able to let go of my a5100

  • @patrickcanullas6384
    @patrickcanullas6384 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    im still using my sony 5100 so far. almost 7yrs on my journey. 🇵🇭 thank aaron for sharing great news. hurray 👌

  • @alexraszeja9266
    @alexraszeja9266 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    After watching for years of watching and pondering weather or not to get a 5100 I'm good and subscribed. I'll be watching either way, love your videos!

  • @kwho6588
    @kwho6588 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have been using it for years and have no desire to buy another one because of the good quality, easy to carry around, and user-friendly

  • @rexmanigsaca398
    @rexmanigsaca398 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My Sony a5100 is already 7 years old and still my main camera. 😊👌

  • @Screwable
    @Screwable 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Honestly still one of the best investments i have done this camera is amazing and holding up great also still using the camlink 4k alternative (the off brand one) and still holding up great!

  • @GideonSmit
    @GideonSmit 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Sony a5100 is now my webcam and streaming camera. I still occasionally take it on holiday when I want something small. Still a great option.

  • @shermandagawin2729
    @shermandagawin2729 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am currently using A5100 right now for freelancing it has a great quality for photos.

  • @daanvv3122
    @daanvv3122 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks fot this insane video! I'm planning to buy this camera tomorrow as my first camera. This video really helped me with the final decision! Thanks for that!!

    • @ArronPrescott
      @ArronPrescott  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad I could help!

    • @spikeweb5193
      @spikeweb5193 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      and? u buy it??

    • @daanvv3122
      @daanvv3122 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@spikeweb5193 yes!

    • @spikeweb5193
      @spikeweb5193 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@daanvv3122 and? Good photos??? 😁☺️

    • @daanvv3122
      @daanvv3122 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@spikeweb5193 for the price it has great photos. I haven't made much photos because I mostly use it as a webcam but the photos I took are good. If it will be your first camera I would highly recommend it. You can play a bit around with the settings and really learn how a camera works. The camera is really small and light so you can take it everywhere in your pocket.

  • @User_not_found_403
    @User_not_found_403 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I own an A5100 and Fx3. I've tried to move away from A5100, but keep coming back to it, because I just love what can do in such a tiny body with a flip up screen. Nowadays, its my permanent webcam for zoom and ms-teams calls in conjunction with a Camlink. Still a fun cam when you want to play around with vintage lenses.

  • @StefanoMaddalena
    @StefanoMaddalena 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can't wait to see the new 2023 video saying it's worth using it, I still have it, and I love it

  • @CuddleMuffin_rr
    @CuddleMuffin_rr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just bought one for a $1 , battery door is broken but the whole camera works and came with its kit lens

  • @elda-shaw
    @elda-shaw ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the standard lens that comes with it & love my camera! Is there another lens you recommend purchase too? My photos are normally of travel & I plan to get into lifestyle photography (couples and potentially getting into wedding)… I’ll upgrade to dslr but would love to know lens recommendation for a5100! Thanks :)

  • @jesuss392
    @jesuss392 ปีที่แล้ว

    Juss ordered mine on amazon, should be here tmr. Don’t mind me Juss watching these reviews before I get it

    • @ArronPrescott
      @ArronPrescott  ปีที่แล้ว

      A fine choice of camera, enjoy!

  • @sylviageorge8
    @sylviageorge8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Arron ! I did regret buying this A5100, but then i upgrade my lens, and it really is damn good.

    • @tylerduscha5508
      @tylerduscha5508 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, can I ask what lens you upgraded to?

  • @atrijitdas1704
    @atrijitdas1704 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How would this camera do for nature photography? E.g. if im on a hike somewhere and want to click pictures of the snow covered mountain ranges in view during sunrise or sunset
    Also, what about basic night photography? Can i click starry nights somewhat decently using long exposure?

  • @_mcsocial
    @_mcsocial ปีที่แล้ว

    I want to use my sony a5100 for filming reels/tiktoks for my hospitality clients. Which lens do you recommend for those clear-up-close shots of making food/cocktails!? Thanks!

  • @IrfanSyaroni
    @IrfanSyaroni 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, Can it use while charging?

  • @RealJonzuk
    @RealJonzuk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Should I get this or the Sony A6000 I need to get a camera for around 350$ used on ebay or something for wildlife photography and i like to have good night time quality and clearity

  • @TexpatOTG
    @TexpatOTG 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Am using these cameras for all my TH-cam work. I have a body for every lens I own. So cheap to buy the bodies. The 1080p quality is beautiful. I love the flip-up screen, on-the-side SD slot which I like. I don't plan to shoot 4K for TH-cam, so it is the perfect choice for me. I use the Standard and Portrait modes with my own tweeks on the settings. The touch focus is reliable. Overheating isn't a problem, I usually only shoot short clips. I considered upgrading to a 4K 6xxx camera but decided against it because all seem to suffer from poor 1080p quality compared to the 5100. I decided instead to find an a6000 so I at least have one camera with a viewfinder and hot shoe, and that I can cage if need be. It will probably spend most of its time on my gimbal where the flilp screen isn't really needed. Cheers ...

    • @ArronPrescott
      @ArronPrescott  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The a5100 is still going strong after all these years, and judging by comments from yourself and others it will still be used for a long time to come!

    • @NnennaGilbert
      @NnennaGilbert 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Sonya Vasileva yeah mine does.....overheats and auto switches mid filming, quiet annoying...

    • @IanBPPK
      @IanBPPK ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NnennaGilbert I would recommend using HDMI capture and a dummy battery over recording to SD for this body. It captures a good image and has decently fast AF for it's age. The a5100 can only capture 1080p footage either way

  • @pstaszkiw
    @pstaszkiw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hello Arron, I still have mine after switching over to Fuji. I sold most of my Sony gear, except for the a5100 and the 35mm macro lens. I have recently gone down the analog rabbit hole and use the A5100 for digitizing my film negatives. I made a copy stand for it and it works great. Fantastic camera, it will always have a place in this old man's camera arsenal :)
    pete

    • @ArronPrescott
      @ArronPrescott  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to hear your a5100 is still going strong and survived your switch to fuji!

    • @hansholzbein1
      @hansholzbein1 ปีที่แล้ว

      Would u mind uploading a video on how to use it to digitize film? Would be amazing, thanks!

  • @geoneu2116
    @geoneu2116 ปีที่แล้ว

    You should pit the Sony A5100 against the Canon SX740 HS to see which is the better camera overall???

  • @vlogsw_ayesha
    @vlogsw_ayesha 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have this camera but not sure if it’s worth upgrading to the a6400?

    • @fedemusicaa
      @fedemusicaa ปีที่แล้ว

      I recommend you jump to the 6600 instead, don't worth the upgrade to the 6400

  • @naomib5220
    @naomib5220 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Actually pulled mine back out yesterday 4 years of it being stored away. I was pleasantly surprised with the quality of the photos and video, most definitely a keeper

  • @morerx3104
    @morerx3104 ปีที่แล้ว

    I own nikon j5 and consider a5100 will it improve picture quality dramatically?

  • @damienr55
    @damienr55 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video as always. All joking aside from the intro, I think it's *so* important to do update videos on gear. A lot of youtube is initial impressions and forget. So it's great to get a string of high quality videos such as yours. I have to admit, off the back of your previous video, I breathed a bit more life into the camera picking up the Sigma 16mm and the upgrade has made me fall in love with the camera again (Mainly as a video source). I would be curious about accessories like cages and gimbals, since it doesn't have IBS. However, that might be something you don't do.

    • @ArronPrescott
      @ArronPrescott  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks man! Agree that it's always worth checking in with older tech to see whether it is still good enough, as theres always a temptation to always move to the newest shiniest gear!
      I'm hoping to get a gimbal this year and review it. As you said they are particularity useful for cameras with no IBIS.

    • @TexpatOTG
      @TexpatOTG 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Smallrig made a cage for the a5100, but I have not been able to source one anywhere. I use mine on a gimbal, but will be using an a6000 as a gimbal camera now. The a5100 is a great little camera and I've shot 100's of hours of video with my cameras.

  • @tsinasspyros
    @tsinasspyros 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for your videos. You are very helpful.
    I only want to take photos and only b&w. Is it worth it to upgrade to sony a6100 only for the view finder? It's difficult to see the screen in bright days... Do you recommend an other body? I love street photography and I have Nikon d3500. I bought sony a5100 for the small size and maybe to completely change my gear to sony. Thank you in advance

    • @ArronPrescott
      @ArronPrescott  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for your kind words about the channel!
      The lack of EVF on the a5100 (and newer camera ZV-E10) is a big downside. If you're on a budget the a6000 performance is very similar to the a5100, but if you have a little more to spend then the a6100, as you say, would be a good choice.

    • @tsinasspyros
      @tsinasspyros 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ArronPrescott thank you for your respond. A fast question... I don't care about video recording... sony a6000 vs a6100 have the same quality in photoshooting? If yes is there another issue to choose a6100? Sorry for the b2b question...

  • @moisttv_9469
    @moisttv_9469 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would picking one up basically new and barely used for $200 be worth it? All the a6100 and up going for $500+ and just want something to replace my webcam.

  • @captainwyoutube
    @captainwyoutube 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think I bought the last one Curry's had - ex display and £100 off because they had lost the lens cap. Perfect carry-around camera, fits into a small camera bag. Installed free app to transfer photos wirelessly to my phone for email/social media. Flip up screen is on a single hinge rather than worryingly fragile cantilevers of more expensive models. XAVC video is excellent even though 1080p. Audio quality is up to Sony's high standard. If there's wind I record audio on an Olympus dictation machine - tiny enough for a dead cat to fit over it, and 320k mp3. What competitors exist in APS-C with the same portability? Watching rumours about Nikon Z30 with great interest.

  • @JimIBobIJones
    @JimIBobIJones ปีที่แล้ว

    Had a a6000 until a month ago - different body but same sensor and processor and pretty muchbidenticap "guts". The image quality is pretty amazing given the age and worked perfectly with all of the newer e mount lenses.
    Upgarded to a a7r iv - (which with a 26mp crop mode is replacing both the a6000 and my old og a7r).
    Thought about picking up an old a5100 to pair with a 20mm pancake lens to make a makeshift apsc compact camera - shocked to discover how high the 2nd hand prices have skyrocketed.

  • @lantaw465
    @lantaw465 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the best gimbal for this camera i have this now but troubling finding a gimbal

  • @FreeLensImage
    @FreeLensImage 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ive just bought it month Ago as my first Camera ever 😁

    • @sesiapajelah6242
      @sesiapajelah6242 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      is this okay?

    • @FreeLensImage
      @FreeLensImage 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sesiapajelah6242 at least ... Im impressed for that price. Of course its not the top equipment and has some cons but can give you nice portraits and more. Two lens included 16-50 and 55-210. 😉

    • @sesiapajelah6242
      @sesiapajelah6242 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FreeLensImage alright, thankyou !!

    • @faizalfushiguro
      @faizalfushiguro 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where did you bought that?

    • @sesiapajelah6242
      @sesiapajelah6242 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@faizalfushiguro try marketplace facebook

  • @hgfdksk17
    @hgfdksk17 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What are some great budget lens? I haven’t used mine much since I’ve won it at my old job. It kept overheating while I was creating my sneaker review vids

  • @MikeThompson-gn3vk
    @MikeThompson-gn3vk ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I actually just bought this camera.. I paid $320.00 plus tax. Im new to photography.

  • @janesounds9646
    @janesounds9646 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ciao, ottima recensione, volevo chiederti un’informazione ho la stessa fotocamera da qualche giorno mi da un errore mi dice “impossibile riconoscere l'obiettivo collegarlo correttamente” non capisco cosa sia, mi potresti aiutare? Grazie

  • @IanBPPK
    @IanBPPK ปีที่แล้ว

    I used to run with an a5100+a6000 with the sigma 30mm f1.4 and 70-350G, respectively, periodically swapping in a Pentax SMC 50mm F1.4 on an adapter on the a6000.
    Currently, I'm relegating the a5100 as a backup and time lapse (w/ Arsenal controller) camera, as I have an a6400 I got mint for $500 with the 70-350 and my a6000 now using the Sigma. Once I get an 18-105 F4 I'll probably throw the Sigma 30mm back on the a5100, and interchange whenever I'm doing timelapses.

  • @manh-haimuller6027
    @manh-haimuller6027 ปีที่แล้ว

    a very useful video! I really appreciate this video.
    as a beginner it is really helpful! I was truggling with my decision but this video reassured which camera i should buy!
    DO have some recommendations on setting and so? If you do pls make a video on how to use ur Sony Alpha 5100 to the maximum benefit! :)

  • @LukaDolman
    @LukaDolman ปีที่แล้ว

    If the camera is only capable of shooting in 1080p, how do you upload in 4k?

  • @miguelkieling532
    @miguelkieling532 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video. Thanks!!

  • @TexpatOTG
    @TexpatOTG 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Still have all my a5100's. I will add an a6000 to my kit for use on gimbal. Also am looking for a good 2nd hand a5100 to use with a prime I bought. The a5100's are great. No need to upgrade, the 1080p I shoot looks fine. Cheers and thanks for spotlighting these great little cameras.

  • @kaushaltiwari9773
    @kaushaltiwari9773 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was using my 2015 A6000 with over 1,00,000 shutter count until recently until it got water damaged and the buttons started playing up. I have now replaced it with the A6400. I get you though. There is nothing that my A6000 couldn't do for general use except for 4k which I don't use

    • @ArronPrescott
      @ArronPrescott  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That is an impressive amount of shooting, and proves the longevity of these older cameras!

    • @kaushaltiwari9773
      @kaushaltiwari9773 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ArronPrescott Yes!! Just thousands of pics of my child growing up. Thanks to the 11 frames a second burst rates.
      Had I not got it water damaged, it would have still been with me.

  • @fowreaper6547
    @fowreaper6547 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just picked this up the other day used for 150$ I knew as soon as I saw it I had to jump on that deal

    • @ArronPrescott
      @ArronPrescott  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's a great price! Enjoy the camera!

  • @Lilyput17
    @Lilyput17 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    samsung nx300 or this camera?

  • @SuperZardo
    @SuperZardo ปีที่แล้ว

    I wonder if the compression artefacts of flowing water are the result of internal recording settings, and if the tendency of the insufficient dynamic range for black levels and overblown highlights (sparkling water) are the result of camera settings or some color processing choice in post. Overall, the video footage seems to have an overly pronounced 8-bit look to it which I don't like. By the way, I have used the a5100 mostly for photography (the results are good enough, especially for raw files), but I lack experience using this camera for film.

  • @pasarbunul4149
    @pasarbunul4149 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm waiting for 2023 edition of this video series 👍

  • @y200yk
    @y200yk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Отличная камера. Работает с сони 16/2.8 и сигма 30/1.4 и 56/1.4. очень доволен фото и видео

  • @HereAfterBilliards
    @HereAfterBilliards 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm looking for one used to stream with. This fella has a SONY CX5100. Is this different from an a5100? Can't seem to find what this CX is

  • @marko828
    @marko828 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hi Arron, thank you for these video updates. I have had my a5100 since beginning of 2015 and it's what I mainly use for my trips and special occasions, even though technological advances have made cell phone cameras really close. Just curious: have you ever done a side by side comparison of photos and videos taken with the a5100 vs other cameras?

    • @unbloodz1584
      @unbloodz1584 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah im also curious of that cuz im planning wether to change my sony xperia 1 to pixel 6/xperia 1 ii or buy sony a5100/a6000 camera

  • @GUANGZHIDING
    @GUANGZHIDING 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Still using a5100,great modle for me

  • @ae4xo
    @ae4xo ปีที่แล้ว

    I use it and my hero 7 because I'm cheap and dont really need fancy things for my ham radio videos

  • @kaushaltiwari9773
    @kaushaltiwari9773 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The SD card slot on the side is a great feature. Sony devolved with the A6x00 series.

    • @ArronPrescott
      @ArronPrescott  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed, I'm sure there's some technical reason its in the battery compartment on A6x00 cameras, but I find its a big positive of the a5100 it being on the side.

  • @footyking1473
    @footyking1473 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi guys, Ive just picked one of these cameras up the other day, Im a streamer and so ill be using this camera as a facecam, like webcam etc, ill not really be using it for recording videos and so just wondering does the overheating issue only affect the acmera when in recording mode, or will it still overheat even when im just using it as my facecam in my streams, any help would be much appreciated:) Thanks

  • @luckypennybenny
    @luckypennybenny ปีที่แล้ว

    Still my main frame. Between the kit lens and the 70-210 sony branded telephoto I am never in need of a length. You can use unreal numbers of adapters. Full size SD cards means that if I need another while on a trip I can use either full or micro with an adapter. It has a small enough form factor that many concerts and events that ban nice cameras haven't caught me with it yet. No plans to replace in 2023 here.

  • @TheRichExplorer
    @TheRichExplorer ปีที่แล้ว

    When was a5100 launched?

  • @meootolinh
    @meootolinh ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank admin

  • @tremainepittman
    @tremainepittman 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m barely using but the footage is really nice I need to pick it up

  • @GranadosHugo
    @GranadosHugo ปีที่แล้ว

    Buen comentario amigo, eres de inglaterra? Por tu acento.

  • @itsgtech4380
    @itsgtech4380 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can anyone tell me how close the quality of the a5100 is to smartphones nowadays? I know smart phones have escalated their cam quality but I'm just hoping the a5100 is not that far off

    • @user-fi6hg8vq6c
      @user-fi6hg8vq6c 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      One thing for sure is that with the right lens this camera is capable of blowing out pretty much any mobile camera

  • @TheCorrectionist1984
    @TheCorrectionist1984 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    If I Venmo you a few bucks will you talk to me about this camera and suggest another for making TH-cam videos? I just bought this and I think I may have made a mistake.

  • @keloi5947
    @keloi5947 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yuppp i’m using my a5100 until now

    • @alshaikh11
      @alshaikh11 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you need any additional lenses or the one that comes with it is enough ?

  • @rachelche7752
    @rachelche7752 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Arron, thank you for your video.
    I am still using A5100 but I have two problems.
    First I cannot transfer photos to my phone, second I can't find the location of the video on my computer. If you can reply to my comment that would be highly appreciated.

  • @adokapo
    @adokapo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whatever this cost Zv e10 is 3x that now and 5100 beats it in some aspects for me. 1080p is better i prefer flipp upp and you can actually find it pretty cheap if you look around. I stocked up few of them and some parts (for cold days 😂).

  • @MoizCOUK
    @MoizCOUK 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bought this camera in 2015

  • @StartSomewhereMedia
    @StartSomewhereMedia 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Arron was going thru some of your older videos again have you or anyone found a work around the overheating issue for this would like to use an a5100 as a secondary cam for our podcasts. Thanks!

  • @PolarBlairTech
    @PolarBlairTech ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking forward to "Is the Sony a5100 still worth buying in 2155?"

    • @ArronPrescott
      @ArronPrescott  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've already got the script in draft 🙏

  • @LocalEClown_Music
    @LocalEClown_Music 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ive seen alot online some reviews say you COULD do 720P 120fs. Is it true? And if yes how? (I got one used with the lens still in the box for 399$ CAD btw)

  • @srvbro1673
    @srvbro1673 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Keep it up

  • @AryBoy_Photography
    @AryBoy_Photography ปีที่แล้ว

    My a5100 overheats very quickly

  • @g-r-a-e-m-e-
    @g-r-a-e-m-e- 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    No viewfinder, which puts me off.

  • @liroymona2661
    @liroymona2661 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    GoodJob👌

  • @chrisrequa
    @chrisrequa 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there A better app for transferring from a5100 to phone or computer sony app is garbage, ty