α5100 E-MOUNT CAMERA WITH APS-C SENSOR

Full Specifications & Features

ILCE-5100L

Rp. 8,599,000

Lens

Lens Mount
Sony E-mount lenses
Lens Compatibility
Sony E-mount lenses

Sensor

Sensor Type
APS-C
Number Of Pixels (Effective)
24.3MP
Number of Pixels (total)
Approx. 24.7 megapixels
Image Sensor Aspect Ratio
3:2
Anti-Dust System
Charge protection coating on Optical Filter

Recording (still images)

Recording Format (Still images)
JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver.2.3, MPF Baseline compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format)
Image Size (pixels), 3:2
L: 6000 x 4000 (24M), M: 4240 x 2832 (12M), S: 3008 x 2000 (6.0M)
Image Size (pixels), 16:9
L: 6000 x 3376 (20M), M: 4240 x 2400 (10M), S: 3008 x 1688 (5.1M)
Image Size (pixels), Sweep Panorama
Standard: horizontal 8,192 x 1,856 (15M), vertical 3,872 x 2,160 (8.4M), Wide: horizontal 12,416 x 1,856 (23M), vertical 5,536 x 2,160 (12M)
Image Quality Modes
JPEG Fine, JPEG Standard, RAW, RAW+JPEG
Picture Effect
HDR Painting (High/Mid/Low), High Contrast Mono, Illustration (High/Mid/ Low), Miniature (Auto/Top/Middle(H)/Bottom/Right/Middle(V)/Left), Partial colour (R,G,B,Y), Pop colour, Posterization (colour, B/W), Retro Photo, Rich-tone Mono, Soft Focus (High/Mid/Low), Soft High-key, Toy Camera (Normal/Cool/Warm/Green/Magenta), Watercolour
Creative Style
Black & White, Landscape, Portrait, Sepia (Contrast (-3 to +3 steps), Saturation (-3 to +3 steps), Sharpness (-3 to +3 steps)), Standard, Sunset, Vivid
Dynamic Range Functions
Auto High Dynamic Range (Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure Difference Level (1-6 EV, 1.0 EV step)), Dynamic Range Optimizer (Auto/Level (1-5)), Off

Recording (movie)

Recording Format (Movie)
AVCHD 2.0 / MP4 / XAVC S
Image Size (pixels), NTSC*
AVCHD: 1920 x 1080 (60p, 28M, PS), 1920 x 1080 (60i, 24M, FX), 1920 x 1080 (60i, 17M, FH), 1920 x 1080 (24p, 24M, FX), 1920 x 1080(24p, 17M, FH), MP4: 1440 x 1080 (30fps), VGA(640 x 480, 30fps), XAVC S: 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50M), 1920 x 1080 (30p, 50M), 1920 x 1080 (24p, 50M)
Movie Functions
Dual Video Rec, AF Tracking Duration, AF Drive Speed, Auto Slow Shutter, HDMI Info. Display

Storage Media

Compatible Recording Media
Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, SD memory card, SDHC memory card (UHS-I compliant), SDXC memory card (UHS-I compliant)

Noise Reduction

Noise Reduction
Long exposure NR: available of shutter speeds longer than 1 sec., High ISO NR: Normal / Low

White balance

White Balance Modes
Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature 2500 to 9900K & color filter G7 to M7(15-step), A7 to B7(15-step), Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent Warm White / Cool White / Day White / Daylight, Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
AWB Micro Adjustment
Yes G7 to M7, 15-step A7 to B7, 15-step
Bracketing
3 frames, H/L selectable

Focus

Focus Type
Fast Hybrid AF(phase-detection AF/contrast-detection AF)
Focus Sensor
Exmor™ CMOS sensor
Focus Point
179 points (phase-detection AF) / 25 points (conotrast-detection AF)
Focus Sensitivity Range
EV-1 to EV20 (ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
AF Mode
AF-A (Automatic AF), AF-S (Single-shot AF), AF-C ( Continuous AF), DMF (Direct Manual Focus), Manual Focus
Focus Area
Wide (179 points (phase-detection AF), 25 points(contrast-detection AF)) / Zone / Center / Flexible Spot (S/M/L) / Lock-on AF ( Wide / Zone / Center / Flexible Spot (S/M/L))
Other Features
Lock-on AF, Eye AF, Predictive control, Focus lock
Type
Built-in flash
AF Illuminator range
Approx. 0.3- approx. 3.0m (with E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached)

Exposure

Metering Type
1200-zone evaluative metering
Metering Sensor
Exmor™ CMOS sensor
Metering Sensitivity
EV-1 to EV20 (at ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
Metering Mode
Center-weighted, Multi-segment, Spot
Exposure Modes
Aperture priority (A), iAUTO, Manual (M), Movie (Programmed AE (P) / Aperture priority (A) / Shutter-speed priority (S) / Manual (M) ), Programmed AE (P), Scene Selection, Shutter-speed priority (S), Superior Auto, Sweep Panorama
Scene Selection
Anti Motion Blur, Hand-held Twilight, Landscape, Macro, Night portrait, Night Scene, Portrait, Sports action, Sunset
Exposure Compensation
Still images: +/- 3.0EV (1/3EV steps), Movies: +/- 2.0EV (1/3EV steps)
Auto (AE) Bracketing
Bracket: Cont./Bracket: Single, With 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1.0 EV, 2.0 EV, 3.0 EV increments, 3/5 frames (1.0 EV, 2.0 EV, 3.0 EV : only 3 frames) selectable
AE Lock
Locked when shutter button is pressed halfway. (Auto/On/Off selectable)
ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)
ISO 100–25600

LCD Screen

Monitor Type
3.0" wide type TFT LCD
Touch Screen
Yes
Total Number of Dots
921,600 dots
Brightness Control (LCD)
Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2), Sunny Weather mode
Adjustable Angle
Up by approx. 180 degrees
LCD Display
Display All Info, Graphic Display, Histgram, No Disp. Info
Real-time Image Adjustment Display (LCD)
ON/OFF
Focus Magnifier
Yes
Peaking MF
Yes (Level setting: High/Mid/Low/Off, colour: White/Red/Yellow)

Other Features

Face Detection
On, On (Regist. Faces), Off
Auto Object Framing
Yes (Still Images)
Clear Image Zoom
Approx. 2x
Smart zoom (Still Image)
M:Approx. 1.4x, S:Approx. 2x
Digital zoom (Still Image)
L:Approx. 4x;M:Approx. 5.7x;S:Approx. 8x
Digital zoom (Movie)
Approx. 4x
PlayMemories Camera Apps™
Yes
Lens Compensation
Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion
Self-Portrait
Yes (3 sec delay / OFF selectable)
Smile Shutter
Smile shutter (selectable from 3 steps)
Touch Shutter
Yes

Shutter

Shutter Speed
Movies: 1/4000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps) up to 1/60 in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 in Auto slow shutter mode), Still images:1/4000 to 30 sec, Bulb
Flash Sync. Speed
1/160 sec.
Electronic Front Shutter Curtain
Yes

Image Stabilization

Steadyshot
Not supported (image stabilisation supported on lens)
Compensation Effect
Lens Compensation:Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion

Flash Control

Flash Control
Pre-flash TTL
Flash Compensation
+/- 2.0EV (1/3EV steps)
Flash Modes
Autoflash, Fill-flash, Flash off, Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction (on/off selectable), Slow Sync.

Drive

Drive Modes
Bracketing (Single,Cont.), Continuous shooting, DRO bracket, Self-timer (10/2 sec delay selectable), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec delay 3/5 exposures selectable), Single-shot, White Balance bracket
Continuous Drive Speed (approx. max.)
6 fps (in High Continuous shooting)

Playback

Playback Modes
12/30-frame index view, Auto Review (10/ 5/ 2 sec, Off), Delete, Enlarged display mode (L: 16.7x, M: 11.8x, S: 8.3x, Panorama (Standard): 19.2x, Panorama (Wide): 29.1x), Folder selection (Date/ Still/ MP4/ AVCHD/ XAVC S), Forward/Rewind (Movie), Image orientation (Manual/Off selectable), Panorama scrolling, Protect, Single (with or without shooting information RGB histogram & highlight / shadow warning), Slideshow

Interface

PC Interface
Mass-storage, MTP, PC remote
NFC™
Yes
HD Output
4K Still Image PB, BRAVIA Sync (Control for HDMI), HDMI micro connector (Type-D), PhotoTV HD
Interfaces
Multi/Micro USB Terminal, PC remote

Audio

Microphone
Built-in stereo microphone
Speaker
Built-in, monaural

Print

Compatible Standards
Exif Print, Print Image Matching III, DPOF setting

Custom function

Custom Function Type
Yes

Power

Supplied Battery
NP-FW50 W-series Rechargeable Battery Pack
Battery Life (Still Images)
Up to 400 shots
Battery Life (CIPA, Movies)
Actual Recording:Approx. 75 min, Continuous Recording:Approx. 110 min
External Power
AC Adaptor AC-PW20 (sold separately)
Internal Battery Charge
Yes

Size & Weight

Dimensions (W x H x D)
109.6 x 62.8 x 35.7 mm
Weight (with battery and memory card included)
224 g (Body Only) / 283 g (With battery and media)

WiFi®

View on Smartphone
Yes
Upload to PC
Yes
View on TV
Yes
Wireless & Network Capabilities
Downloadable Camera Apps, NFC One-touch functionality, Wi-Fi

Colour Options

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What's In The Box

  • SELP1650
  • Lens cap
  • Rechargeable battery
  • AC Adaptor
  • Shoulder strap
  • Micro USB cable
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Features

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BIONZ X™ for faster image processing

The BIONZ X™ image processing engine reproduces texture and detail in real time—for remarkably realistic images with rich tonal gradations and a natural appearance. Visual noise is nearly imperceptible, thanks to advanced area-specific noise reduction. Detail reproduction technology delivers fine textures, and diffraction-reducing technology optimizes the performance of any lens.

Record movies in Full HD detail

Press the MOVIE button to record films that are notable for their sharpness and lack of visual noise—in your choice of 60p, 60i, or 24p. Improved Fast Hybrid AF provides remarkably fast and accurate autofocusing and tracking. P/A/S/M modes give you control over how the image looks, and Clear Image Zoom lets you zoom with extra clarity.

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Fast Hybrid AF captures with clarity

Shoot with unparalleled precision, thanks to advanced Fast Hybrid AF. Improved phase-detection and contrast-detection capabilities achieve autofocus in 0.07 seconds. Advanced features include faster data reading from
the image sensor, higher-speed BIONZ
 X™ data processing, more advanced AF algorithms, and optimized control of the lens drive.

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Track fast-moving subjects with 179 AF points

The Fast Hybrid AF system has 179 accurate phase-detection AF points, covering nearly the entire image area. They enhance subject tracking and the capture of fast-moving subjects, and improve scene recognition as well as subject size detection. Combined with 25 high-speed, high-precision contrast-detection AF points, you can capture with confidence.

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6fps continuous shooting with AF tracking

Capture the decisive moment, even when your subject is speeding along. 6fps continuous shooting with superior AF tracking makes the most of the superb tracking capability of the 179 phase-detection AF points, and accurately tracks your subject—anywhere on the screen. Continuous shooting in high-speed situations achieves crispness and clarity.

Fast Hybrid AF films with artistic control

Fast Hybrid AF provides extremely accurate focusing and smooth subject tracking, even while shooting movies. You can also adjust AF tracking duration and AF drive speed, for greater artistic control over the films you shoot.

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Eye AF puts faces in focus

Show off your subject’s best side, with extremely accurate Eye AF. Even when capturing someone partially turned away from the camera using a shallow depth of field, it ensures that their face will be in sharp focus. A green frame appears over the prioritized eye to let you know that focus has been achieved, and you’re ready to shoot.

Improved Lock-on AF targets your subject

Lock-on AF enhances the tracking of moving subjects by using the optimal
 AF point at all
times, and adjusting the target frame size to match your subject’s
characteristics. Thanks to advances in phase-detection AF, it’s now more accurate than ever–so lock-on, and shoot fast-moving targets with precision.

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180º tiltable LCD screen for creative freedom

Enjoy enhanced shooting comfort with a 3” LCD screen that tilts 180º to accommodate shooting at every angle, from low to high and in-between. This flexibility, combined with the camera’s compact mobility, will greatly expand your shooting options.

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Built-in pop-up flash for expanded exposures

The a built-in pop-up flash (GN4; ISO 100・m) is useful for shooting in low light, capturing subjects in night landscapes (Slow Sync), and shooting portraits in backlit conditions (Daylight Flash). For the portrait-oriented, it can add a beautiful catch-light to a subject’s eyes. Rear Sync mode makes it possible to capture the path of a moving subject in a natural manner.

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One-touch remote and one-touch sharing

One-touch remote lets you use your smartphone or tablet as a viewfinder and remote control for a digital camera, and one-touch sharing lets you transfer your photos and videos from your camera. Either way, by installing Imaging Edge Mobile app to your NFC-enabled Android smartphone or tablet, you can avoid complex set-up sequences and establish wireless connection simply by touching your device to the camera. You are now ready to control your camera from your smartphone to take a photo from a previously out-of-reach spot, or simply be in your own group shot, as well as transfer them instantly to your smartphone for sharing on SNS. No NFC? No problem. You can also pair the devices manually.

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Works with iMovie and Final Cut Pro X

This product is compatible with Final Cut Pro X and iMovie.

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Imaging Edge™ Remote, Viewer, and Edit

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