Alpha a6500
SonyReleased Nov 1, 2016 · Analysis updated Mar 19, 2026
Mirrorless camera offering superb video, effective stabilization, 11 fps shooting with large buffer, and a weather-sealed body. The Sony Alpha a6500 scores 83/100 based on 8 expert reviews in the mirrorless cameras category. Coverage includes reviews from Techradar, Ephotozine, Dpreview, and Cameralabs.
Critic Score
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Pros
- Superb video quality(6)
- Effective image stabilization(5)
- 11 fps continuous shooting with large buffer(2)
- Weather-sealed magnesium alloy body(2)
- Respectable buffer capacity(2)
Cons
- No charger included(2)
8 Publication Reviews
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The Alpha A6500 is Sony's flagship APS-C mirrorless camera, and boy does it pack a lot of tech.
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The Sony Alpha A6500 delivers excellent performance with fast focusing, good image quality, and strong video capabilities, though it has some minor limitations.
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The Sony a6500 is an outstanding all-around camera with exceptional image quality, 4K video quality, and autofocus system, well-suited for sports and action photography.
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The Sony Alpha A6500 is Sony's best all-round mirrorless camera with an APS-C sensor to date, offering excellent autofocus, built-in stabilization, and 4K video in a weather-sealed body.
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The Sony A6500 is the best APS-C Sony camera yet, principally adding built-in 5-axis stabilization, a touch-enabled LCD screen and a redesigned menu interface to an already excellent camera.
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The Sony a6500 is an exceptionally capable, tough, tiny and powerful camera with excellent image and video quality.
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The Sony a6500 delivers excellent image quality and solid performance in a compact, travel-friendly package, though its autofocus and control layout may require some adjustment.
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The A6500 is an oddity. It’s a street-style camera with sports-camera performance and high-end 4K video capabilities, and it just feels the wrong shape for the things it’s designed to do well.
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