6 Problems with Sony a6500 and How To Fix Them

[@TomAntos]

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[@stcmedia713]

Hi Tom... Im having a problem with my a6500..when I'm connecting to an external monitor by HDMI, camera display turn off..! How can i fix this ?

[@thenewstrend7809]

STC Media go to HDMI settings and put HDMI display to off instead of on.

[@reckerproduction9468]

Please I have been watching you and learning from you, please I need you comments and critiques on my movie

[@markus9543]

The rolling shutter repair is gold..

[@davehutchins2820]

Finally!!!! Real life practical tips that work great. Thanks.

[@TomAntos]

Glad it helped!

[@benjamin.tranbt]

I want the a6500. But I've got the feeling that if I buy it now, its successor will be announced the second I put it in my hands, with (almost) all of those problems fixed. I FEEL IT. So I'm saving.

[@lg.studio]

Same here. I'm about to replace my A6000, but there will be a new sony announcement in 2 weeks or so, and I'm quite affraid I'll miss the better camera if I buy this now.

[@TomAntos]

If you need a camera now then just buy it. If you don't then buy it when u need it this way you'll have the latest. But don't wait just cuz a new better camera will come out soon. These days new models come out pretty much every year so regardless of when you buy it in a year your model will be old... but at least you will have shot all this cool stuff with that older camera instead of waiting around with nothing to show but the latest camera.

[@lukelim5094]

Benjamin Tran its an amazing camera. only lacking thing for me is the lack of headphone jack. Otherwise most of its problem can be solved if you are creative with it :)

[@widM_]

when will the successor come?

[@lukelim5094]

im just waiting for as fs5 mk ii now :/

[@alexanderbullen-genis7575]

I spent so much time yesterday trying to set up the time lapse app onto my camera, with v.17 of the free hack, then came here, use had the link for v.16, used it on my Macbook and not my iMac, and it worked first time. Awesome tips and thanks so much!!!!

[@danishdaniel785]

Hi, what software did you used? I can't find it in his website

[@001SapoBBQ]

I changed to the fastest cards to stop overheating. Thanks for the awesome video

[@masaytaka]

I don't think I ever seen a video that SO USEFUL! Thank you :)

[@scottkeary1928]

The A6500 has a beautiful image, wonderful DPAF, I love it despite it's quirks, and you've just given us some excellent ideas to deal with them , packed into a skinny 7.5 Min yet. It's never a waste to watch your content - Thank you! ... Oh and if you feel like you'd like to elaborate on how you came to create that profile I'd love to know!

[@yosuketanaka113]

Just found the rolling shutter was something I always kept in my mind in 4k... hand-held footage still had some distortion with the repair in premiere, hoping it will be less with my gimbal

[@ernegl2028]

Thank you so much for helping me out with the timelapse app. I had to do it with an external app on my smartphone and now it's so much easier.

[@roismartin]

I couldn't find it on his website, where do you get it?

[@owaissiddqui6016]

great video.. i was planning to buy this one for my company for corporate shoots.. and this video explained really well what things i should consider..

[@momustafa321]

We need more info of this camera in depth thanks alot

[@charleswatson5313]

Thank heavens I found your website. At last someone who can teach me!

[@karenfinkelstein3594]

Excellent shots. crisp edits and very good information!

[@XVIIsionsProductions]

I know this is an older video BUT for anybody still buying or using one of these Sony cameras (I shoot with a6400) purchase the Meike dual battery grip. I shoot a TON of video and photos over about 6-7 hours at dirtbike races and I typically only use 2-3 batteries for the entire day with only 1 battery change. It uses one battery and then switches to the second battery automatically. I’ll usually swap batteries around 35% on the second battery at about hour 5 to avoid accidentally losing data due to camera shutting down. From there I may use 50% of the 3rd battery by the end of the day. I carry 7 batteries with me and rarely ever do I need more than 3-4. It’s an awesome piece of equipment and it has a function shutter button with half press autofocus for portrait shots. Also for the overheating, open the LCD screen for sure AND using the battery grip I have not once had a single overheating issue, I shot hours of footage in 104F heat with no issues. 🤙🏻 Hands down best purchase I’ve made for the a6400. Here’s a link 🤙🏻 Meike MK-A6300 Vertical Shooting Grip Power Pack Holder for Sony A6300 A6000 Camera a.co/93CrB7P

[@hiskishow]

There IS a timelapse mode in the camera. The S&Q mode makes video file in your desired framerate. It doesn't take photos but only makes a video. Also you can charge the camera with the USB connection and a small USB battery.

[@TomAntos]

Hiski Hämäläinen the S&Q can only do 1 frame per second not longer like many timelapses require. Also it compiles it into a movie for you which is not as good as having the full resolution, raw frames that allows you to do digital pan, tillt & zoom in 4K. As for USB cable it does not provide enough amps when shooting 4k video in camera so it will drain the internal battery and the camera will shut off to charge the battery. It does extend the battery life but only a bit.

[@jameswest5919]

@@TomAntos Not true about the usb cable and internal 4k recording. I film wildlife with the a6500, in 4k, powered by a Zendure A3 power bank. It'll power the camera for several hours.

[@mctwain5319]

no 4k timelapse!

[@martingreen436]

Good to know these problems are fixable, and the low camera initial cost makes it easier to buy accessories. GH5 is great camera but I think I prefer 6500

[@MarkBarners]

awesome tips - thanks!! Hate the overheating problem and also the lack of stabilisation so thats why I bought the Zheyun Crane v2 and a backup camera Lumix G85

[@OneLeggedStormChaser]

We need more people like you

[@studioalbstefan7172]

You can simply power your camera and all A7S, A7R, A7, etc. from a power bank like that one for charging your phone, on the micro-USB connector of the camera. It is far the cheapest and versatile solution, I use one power bank on my flycam replacing one of the weights from bottom, the only trick here is to find one approximately the same weight like the metal original weight, and to use a velcro system to keep all things together.

[@TomAntos]

StudioAlb Stefan the problem with powering the a6500 via USB connection is that when shooting video in 4K the camera uses more amps than the USB provides. So it will eventually drain the battery and the camera will shut off

[@hiselectmedia]

On my a6300 it doesn’t charge via USB while it’s on. I’ve tried using the power banks. That must be like Tom is saying, that it doesn’t have enough amps. That could explain why it doesn’t work for me.

[@commsdcomasd7525]

Thanks a lot, you`ve made great tutorial to improve using 6500 for a video matters!

[@lowattpi9624]

This is the content we need on youtube. All useful information.

[@ThatTattooGuyOfficial]

Awesome video. Very helpful!

[@LakshanCharuka]

Hey this is great. I'm planing to buy a sony a6500 and this video was very helpful.

[@Gennaro_of_Madaura]

Thank you Tom. Any plans of making an in depth video guide for a6500?

[@morrie6349]

Good presentation. But which camera is the alternative of a6500 for 4k recording without these problems? ??

[@VictorEstrada]

great options! However, I don't think he knows you can plug in a battery bank into the charging port and continue shooting

[@buellcrazy]

This does work yes but the camera can still over heat as all the power bank is doing is charging the battery.

[@VictorEstrada]

@@buellcrazy which is why you keep the internal battery charged

[@DaleRoossien]

couldn't agree more with the cine 4 pro colour setting.

[@brunting1624]

Dale Roossien how do you work around the lack of face detect AF when an external monitor is used? I didn’t even realize this was an issue until recently.

[@BrentRivers]

Cine2 is just as good, and I don't have to use ND filters as often. Especially if you adjust your knee settings correctly.

[@AdventureLand1]

Thank you!! The andycine monitor seems to be a great option!

[@mimoreque1805]

Awesome video Tom.

[@azaelthec]

Nice. Thanks for the video. When the music video is comming to see how is the final work.?

[@keta1661]

Thank you for your super helpful solution!!! I'm so happy that I could know how to lengthen the limit of recording time. (and it's free!!) I'm looking forward to watching your new videos.

[@vuman99]

Really enjoyed this informative video, even though I'm more of a photographer than a videographer!

[@martingreen436]

good video, can you disable recording time limit for 4k video also?

[@crnapagoda]

idk why am i even watching these, but i do enjoy them while dreaming about having one of these pricey cameras. my next upgrade will probably be a5000, or a6000 if i somehow get the money. used cameras here cost the same like brand new cameras in usa for example. currently got nex 5 with 16mm, saving up for sigma 30 or 56mm. then after that will upgrade the body.

[@dolson004]

Another simple option for extended battery if to connect the USB charge cable to one of those portable battery packs for cell phones.

[@TheophilusEmmanuel]

Thanks a lot, Tom, for all the great content. It's most appreciated!

[@lucy-ruoxi]

When you stated that there is no time lapse, do you mean this is something I would deal with in post?

[@krishnabahadur2109]

Tom Antos Sir,Please review your thinking on sony zv-e10

Here's the thing. I want to buy a camera for video or namely some short films and some artistic expression and am going back and forth between the a6300/a6500 and g85. I'm not interested in vlogs or selfies, so I guess I won't need the flip out screen, although it is a nice thing to have. What I'm interested in is a nice cinematic look, color grading, shallow dof where needed, some low light shooting. Looking at g85 footage it all seems so claustrophobic and not really cinematic but rather very realistic. I guess that has to do with the sensor and focal length equalness. The a6500 imho looks very good to the eye even with cheap lenses. The background is compressed and separated nicely, wouldn't you say? Rolling shutter can be fixed in post. I'm not sure I'm sold on the IBIS either. I plan on using a gimbal where needed because I'm planning on buying one for a project anyway. And I have monopods, sliders, tripods with fluid heads so hand held isn't a neccessity I guess. Basically I have a lot of gear my dad left me and am planning on buying a gimbal. All I need is a camera that will give me the ability to shoot short films and such. I'm very very into grading and achieving that film look and feel. This would be my first real camera. I can get the a6300 with the 18-35mm kit lens and the g85 with the 12-60 kit lens for about the same price. The a6500 would cost me about 450-500 more. Any suggestions?

[@davidwood5070]

Thanks for a very informative and terse video.

[@SBBLURAY1]

Also, opening the battery compartment while filming lets out A LOT of heat.

[@siboyyy1056]

I want to ask you about new camera, which one u prefer for action shortmovie? Sony a6400 or Fujifilm x-t30? The main problem is the rolling shutter, that was so annoying. I need your opinion so i'm not wrong for making decision.

[@brenoferrari3760]

love it...i would like to see what kind of external mic you recommend for this and some other price options outside the one you have. Thanks!!!

[@EricMattson-ORAL]

Thanks for all these great Pros videos : i am learning a lot thru them. I just got the a6500. i need an advice about how to set up in advance my camera, for some shooting from a small plane (cessna) of a forrest above. I will have no times to try different set ups. I am afraid of shooting in 4 K with the rolling shutter mentioned so often. What would you do, you PROS ?

[@kbruff2010]

Cool stuff, why not get a dedicated 4k recorder?

[@paolodetailing]

Thankyou Tom for your work!

[@anjaanparihar]

Sorry to say but it's have in built time lapse option or even hyper lapse option u can use it by s&q motion setting.

[@kbruff2010]

Excellent video.

[@GPixels]

Helped a lot bro!!!! Thank you

[@halilihq]

Always appreciate more a6500 videos. What hand strap are you using at 1:43? The Peak Clutch is too large unless I’m using a cage.

[@TomAntos]

It's the came tv cage for the a6500 that comes with the strap

[@evangelistchristopherhicks]

Still an amazing camera and for the price the pros outweigh the cons

[@MrStevebenjamin]

Some really good tips there many thanks!

[@bentleyrealestate1728]

Hi, thanks, great video.. I have a question please.. Do you know how can we enable touch screen focus pulling for either the A6500 screen or Atomos Ninja Inferno screen.. when connected via hdmi it appears to be disabled and this is a key feature on the A6500.. Many thanks!

[@arhiiso]

Thanks, for all the information!

[@KutWrite]

Wonderful advice, Tom! I had given up on the a6500 'til I saw this video. Thanks!

[@BrentRivers]

...but, you didn't tell ALL those PP settings that you use ;). I'm surprised more people do not change the picture profile settings to get a customized out of camera result.

[@muhammadvikky]

Thanks dude! Great video.

[@nunushie-ethiopianmusicyou7977]

first of all ....it very informative video ........10q very much! right now i have decide to buy a digital camera for the first time with the price between 800-1500 dollar so that i have a few questions for you 1.can you recommend me a 4k best camera with this price including battery and lense(18-135mm)? 2.if not which one of the following camera is your best canon 80d(1080p+dual AF) vs lumix g80 (4k) and gh5 (4k) vs nikon d7500(4k) vs sony a7ii(full frame + 1080p)vs sony a6500(4k + 425 af)? Note:-i need this digital camera for music clip production+photo studio work

[@LucaMannFilms]

yooo thank you so much, for the timelapse app tip!! 😍

[@RomanBrezovsky]

Hi Tom, great video. I have a questions that I hope you have answer to. I've noticed that when I use my sony a6500 while charging from various power sources battery still drains while charging (not as quick but still) Is this a common issue with sony a6500 do you know? Thanks

[@Niodau]

I was initially interested in this camera due to the lower cost, but for the price of accommodating all these issues, on top the cost of gimbals/lenses/ etc., is there a “better quality” camera I should just invest my money in?

[@ototem]

Jak się masz!? Ciekawe rozwiązania, szczególnie aplikacja do time laps i zewnętrzne baterie.

[@submarineofdoctors]

Antos! Thanks for your advices which made a big difference! Would you recommend a small and portable gimbal for A6500?

[@TomAntos]

Yes this is the perfect gimbal for it kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpXCZpmim96Zn9k

[@LarsvanderPloeg]

First off: Thank you for this informative video. Seriously, 'Rolling Shutter Repare Effect'... Youŕe a lifesaver! I have one question though: I'm running a A6300 with the SmallHD Focus monitor. But the camera LCD screen turns off when I hit record . Are you aware of any way to fix this? Thanks in advance.

[@j1jh002]

Thank you very much, this was very helpful!

[@Masterlowen21]

very comprehensive, thanks...

[@aerostatov]

Hello Tom and thank you for the analyze, I heard from a couple users that there is very visible jello effect when shooting 4K with a6500. Is that true?

[@divisiona3974]

Dude, he mentions it in the video.

[@aerostatov]

@@divisiona3974 not the rolling shutter jello but general like warp

[@North71degrees]

U like color correcting ! I'll tell you as a northern light photographer : the color is wrong, to warm ;) love your videos !! ;)

[@rajiekabli4240]

Hey Tom! I'm from Toronto. You still here? Do you do any meet ups with other shooters? Thanks!

[@SophieC]

Great video! Thank you very much from France :)

[@davidalanmedia]

Tom, great video as always. I am a long Panasonic shooter using the GH4 currently and shoot stills with a Nikon D800 with lots of great Nikon glass. I am considering purchasing the GH5S over the GH5 because I use a Ronin stabilizer. I was wondering what other video camera that I should consider? Thank you.

[@halimrahman]

Hi Tom, your video is 4 years old and I have a question. Do you think that Sony A6500 is still valid and good for videography in 2022? And secondly, what would your suggestion be for a light zoom lens for this camera? Thanks...

[@TomAntos]

I have since switched to the a6600 since it's really hard to find the a6500 and prices are identical. The a6600 and a6500 are great as B or backup cameras along side my Sony a7siii. For the zoom lens I use the Sony E 55-210mm zoom lens. It's cheap and has good enough quality for a B camera. www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1022364-REG/sony_sel55210b_e_55_210mm_f_4_5_6_3_oss.html

[@benjaminsarcofilms]

What do you think about 3rd party batteries after months of use?

[@sixtoheredia]

Thanks for the video!

[@Justsome_Randomdude]

Dang it! I just bought the Sony time lapse a couple weeks ago.

[@TheHybridShooter]

Great video, although I think that I have seen (or made) one very, very similar video back in June 2017🙂

[@TomAntos]

The Hybrid Shooter congrats great video!

[@TheHybridShooter]

Thank you!

[@jamessheba]

Thanks alot Tom ,ur the best man

[@LoLSlowMotions]

Great vid

[@chrismorton1725]

Thank you Tom 👌🏻

[@cre8tivity06]

I have that same gimbal. Whenever I put in that position you have at :09, it doesn't like it and it will turn off the motors.

[@EVLINDUSTRYZ]

Ugh you saved my life with this!

[@spidersav]

You can make a time lapse through S&Q In the settings.

[@TomAntos]

It's very limited because you can't do long exposure

[@Pyndle]

Great vid, thanks man!

[@dam0is]

Great vid!

[@momustafa321]

You are a legend keep the good work can you make more videos for the Sony best setup for video

[@MrPhins]

You didn't mention my biggest problem with the camera, the video file naming system that resets to C0001. Yes, there are pseudo workarounds but it's frankly inexcusable Sony hasn't fixed that with a simple firmware update.

[@PhilJenkins-Forest-Living]

Hi Tom (or anyone else who can answer this...), great video and clearly a great camera, but given the issues your have raised what would make you choose this over a GH5? Thanks for all your videos! Phil

[@TomAntos]

Thanks Phil! I personally got it because of the great auto focus and great dynamic range. But different people might get it for other reasons

[@pettypoh]

I'm contemplating this vs GH4 (coz gh5 is out of budget for me) and as much as I love the GH4 user experience. The a6500 does produce better quality videos and that's why I will find ways to solve problems with this camera, instead of buying the GH4.

[@PhilJenkins-Forest-Living]

Tom Antos thanks Tom, much appreciated

[@PhilJenkins-Forest-Living]

pettypoh Thanks - I have a GH4 and love it, but the autofocus is horrible and I do like the smaller size of the Sony.

[@s.mojtabaparvaneh.j3211]

Can you tell me Sony a 6500 is better or Canon 6D Mark II? I need a camera for both filming and photography but filming is my first priority

[@vloguy]

Great Information. Thanks a lot

[@gabrilasulin458]

Hi like the videos can you do video about set up and slow motion if yes thx Execlllent video

[@AlexJenkins]

When you add that Andycine and battery, you probably can't use this on a gimbal, can you? I would think that's too much weight?

[@FlyingZayin]

Does any external monitor allow touchscreen functions? I use focus jumps heavily, and keeping this function active is vital. $600 for a monitor is a no go, but what about the 170 bucks option? Thx.

[@ashleygeorge7512]

Very Helpful

[@henryzhang9915]

great video, very informative. btw, the MV funny.

[@abhijadhav7997]

Hello sir Sony a6400 best wedding photography & vidio best quality

[@ldgprodukties]

When recording internally with an external monitor connected, face detection is dissabled... when recording on the atomos, face detection is enabled again.

[@jorgem50]

10 batteries for one shoot? geez. That's why I switched to Panasonic. 2 batteries for an all day wedding per camera.

[@TomAntos]

Jorge Martinez yup the Panasonic cameras are great on battery

[@martingreen436]

Yeah but the Panasonic is heavier? Must get a little tired too lugging around all day?

[@jorgem50]

Martin Green you must be weak if you think carrying a Panasonic is heavy.

[@martingreen436]

Not a nice comment. I used to film weddings and I know what its like lugging stuff all around for 8-10 hours. Im just saying every pound can add up. Especially outdoors in the hot sun wearing a suit. Every bit of wieght and gear makes a difference.

[@jorgem50]

Martin Green seriously dude Panasonic cameras are not heavy. I use them at every event and I never finish the day tired because of a "heavy" camera

[@KahimoandRachel]

hello mate im a sony a6000 user, ive got a question to you,,is that open memory tweak is compatible to sony a6000,,thanks

[@shawnrobidoux]

can't you make a time lapse through the s and q settings when you set it to 1 frame per second?

[@nograinfilms7242]

it does support time lapse as you say, i have done it