Sony
Alpha 6000
Classic compact APS-C body that sold millions and introduced many to mirrorless.
$649
Last updated May 2026
Key specs at a glance
Resolution
24.3 MP
Sensor
APS-C
ISO max
25,600
Burst
11 fps
IBIS
No
Weight
344 g
Battery
360 shots
Sensor size
Sony Alpha 6000
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Sony E mount
80
First-party
270
Third-party
350+
Total available
Mount introduced 2010
Body size
Sony Alpha 6000
120 × 67 × 45 mm
344 g (0.76 lb / 12.13 oz)
120 × 67 × 45 mm · 344 g (0.76 lb / 12.13 oz)
Best for
Use-case scores
Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.
Portrait
Fair- · 24.3MP — solid resolution
- · Eye AF locks focus on subjects reliably
Sports & Action
Limited- · 11fps burst — solid for most action
Video & Hybrid
Limited- · Log profile (Standard profiles) for grading latitude
Landscape
LimitedTravel
Fair- · 344g — ultralight for all-day carry
Wildlife
Limited- · APS-C crop gives extra reach for telephoto
Vlogging
Limited- · 344g — easy to handhold for selfie video
- · Eye AF locks on you while filming
Pros
- ✓ Ultra compact
- ✓ Fast AF for era
- ✓ Affordable
Cons
- – Very dated
- – No IBIS
- – No 4K
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Full specifications
Verified specs · Sony Alpha 6000