Should you buy the Sony a5100 in 2024?

YES!
The SONY a5100 (ILCE-5100) is an entry-level budget mirrorless camera with an APS-C size sensor, great for LIVESTREAMING and VIDEO. This video includes a 2024 review with new SAMPLE videos and photography
Sony a5100 Tips & Tricks Playlist - kzbin.info/aero/PL95MpiPLGF8nB1ix2jWiPdY12jRRoXDUn
Buy the Sony a5100 (* paid link)
geni.us/APa5100
Featured Lenses (* paid links) -
Sigma 16mm f1.4 - geni.us/AP16mm
Sony 70-350mm Telephoto - geni.us/70350mm
Sigma 18-50mm f2.8 - geni.us/AP1850
Viltrox 23mm f1.4 - geni.us/Vil23mm
My Instagram - arron.prescott
Sony a5100 subreddit -www.reddit.com/r/a5100/​
My Twitter- arronprescott​
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Timestamps -
00:00​ - Start
00:32​ - Specifications and features
01:00 - Cons
01:37 - Battery life & Examples
02:30 - Microphone
02:56 - Picture Quality with examples
04:05 - Lenses
05:21 - Pros
05:58 - Livestreaming
06:24 - Price
07:10 - Should you buy in 2024?
My Gear (paid links*)-
Cameras I use -
Sony a5100 - geni.us/APa5100
Sony​ a6000 - geni.us/APa6000
Sony ZV-E10 - geni.us/APZVE10
My Lenses -
Sony 55-210mm Telephoto Lens - geni.us/904G
Sigma 16mm f1.4 - geni.us/AP16mm
Sony 18-105mm f4 - geni.us/AP18105mm
Other stuff I use -
My Tripod - geni.us/APTripod
My Microphone - geni.us/APSM7B
Wireless Shooting Grip - geni.us/J3nA
#a5100 #Camera #Review
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[@ArronPrescott]

Hands up Whos still using the a5100 in 2024? 🙌

[@pasarbunul4149]

Awesome camera. I am still using this camera paired with tamron 17-75 f2.8 and sony 35mm f1.8.

[@Kinosaurus]

Just bought new lens on it too, for me it's the perfect pocketable camera with the meike 25mm f1.8, only thing i wish it had was a silent shutter for street photography

[@gamebuster800]

My daughter! I gave mine to my daughter.

[@hansknoltenbensel]

Yess! I still own one, AND use it!

[@hansknoltenbensel]

And have besides the standard zoom also the 50-200 equivalent Sony zoom ...

[@HermesPodcast-o1s]

A5100 + Sony 20mm 2.8 , best combo ever

[@radyabagaskara822]

which one??

[@ShootingAndReloading]

I have an A5100 as my permanent webcam for use with Microsoft Teams, Skype, etc. Have mine paired with a mains powered "dummy battery", Cam Link HDMI > USB dongle and a Viltrox 23mm f/1.4. It just works and provides far higher quality than any normal webcam. Reliable too - got it in 2019 and its been used for at least 4 hours per working day since then. Also useful as a backup camera for my A6700 if I'm photographing / videoing anything important.

[@ArronPrescott]

Good combo! Exactly what I use for video calls!

[@karloskarb]

Sort of me too! I’m using the Sony 16 2.8 though.

[@jasperborst3388]

@@ArronPrescott i believe you haven't heard of the sony imaging adge webcam software. it is a piece of software from sony with wich you can use your sony a5100 and newer as a webcam without the need of an capture card. just do with it what you want but i use it happily over an capturecard.

[@Sirazoa]

Just bought mine after watching this video! The structure in this video is so so good! Cut down compact to the most important information, yet not missing any and such a calm way of explaining the camera!

[@ArronPrescott]

Thanks for the kind words, glad you enjoyed the review. Enjoy your new camera!

[@kidhenok573]

Holy crap!!! 😂I have my Sony a5100 just seated on my closet for about 4 years then when you mention about this video has being recorded with that camera I was on shock, it’s. A beautiful camera

[@MrColgacola]

The camera it's like a Sword , it depends of the swordsman... The Same sword luffy and Zoro used it differently 😂😂

[@SeanKloosterman]

I bought one of these used last year for $320 CAD, and it came with a 16-50 mm lens. I added a cheap TTArtisan 40 mm lens and an AliExpress flash diffuser. All in, this is a capable, sub $500 CAD, macro photography set up. The lack of an EVF is no big deal for macro photography, and the built in flash works well with the cheap flash diffuser.

[@EscapeWheel]

Funny this just got uploaded. I purchased my first "REAL" camera yesterday...a lightly used (sub 1000 clicks) A5100 off Ebay. I purchased it mainly for use on an upcoming trip to a national park, but it'll also double (hopefully) as an upgraded camera for my channel. we'll see...but I'll have to figure out the microphone issue for sure..that sounds horrible. but thanks as always for the review. sounds like I did ok for my first camera.

[@patmat.]

It's been my only camera for casual photos since I sold all my Canon gears in 2018. Love it! I'm eyeing the Sigma 18-55.

[@ArronPrescott]

Nice! The Sigma 18-50 is a great upgrade for the kit lens!

[@cLaunMH]

I still use the a5100 for photography, the size is pocketable with a small lens (my favorite is the Sony 20mm f2.8) and i can always pop a bigger lense in the bag for more variety. For video, the ZV-E10 has taken its spot.

[@Timothy_othy]

I just got one recently. I put the Brightinstar 35mm F0.95 on it and it is blast to shoot. Also got an M39 LTM adaptor to use a NIkkor 5cm (50mm) H-C F2. Super fun using a vintage lens with it. Its only a bit challenging shooting in the bright sun.

[@samsargdong1135]

I really admire your loyalty to this camera!🤗🤗🤗 It's not easy to stick to and value such an old model, taking into account the pressure that advertising exerts on people interested in cameras!

[@TexpatOTG]

Still using mine. Have a body for each of my lenses. I have always recorded separate sound, so it works great for me. I will upgrade at some point, but it isn't a pressing issue -- I'm fine with mine. Cheers

[@Sameerrsa]

🙌 im using it since 2019..& i have seen all ur a5100 videos..well said in ur video..its still a great camera

[@ArronPrescott]

I appreciate it! The a5100 is still great!

[@sebastiandavid8677]

What triggers the screens selfie mode? Can a magnet force the screen to flip or not flip?

[@eleavtrinh]

If only used for photography (for family vacation, instagram, pictures for memories), do you think the a5100 is great or should we take the a6100? Is the battery life of the 5100 also bad when mainly used for photos? We can‘t decide 🥲

[@gamebuster800]

i put a 200600 on my A5100 for comical effect. It just works, obviously, but it looks silly hah. I also still own my NEX 5n - and it still works! I've converted my NEX 5N to full-spectrum by removing the IRUV filter from the sensor.

[@WolfQuantum]

I have both the a500 and 5100. I also have Canon DLSR gear. For the DLSRs, I have a Tamron 24-70 and 70-200mm f2.8. With the Sigma MC-11 converter, I can use those EOS lenses on the little a5000 & 5100. It actually works, however, forgive me if this offends anyone, but... When you mount the 70-200 to the camera (not the other way around, lol) it kind of looks a bit like a mouse having sex with an elephant. I sold my a6000s when I went DSLR but had to keep the little a5000 and added the a5100 later. They're just great little cameras.

[@chris_tarroza]

Still rocking this camera. The biggest gripe (besides no 4k) is overheating. I've done all the tricks I've found online and the thing still shuts down after a few minutes of video recording

[@CTHESI]

Does it overheat for recording content via camlink connected to a pc?

[@chris_tarroza]

@@CTHESI If you are not recording directly to the SD card, then it shouldn't overheat. I connected it to a PC via an HDMI capture card and it has not overheated.

[@schoolofsound]

We use this with a dummy battery for hours without overheating. Buy a dummy and your overheating problems are gone.

[@mrtuan38]

Just got mine last week for around 145 usd. Love how compact this is.

[@ArronPrescott]

Great price for this camera!

[@Nozy_Otter]

Where did you buy it?

[@Timothy_othy]

Do you have any recommendations on a grip for the a5100?!?!? I recently purchased one and I love it. I just need little more to hold on to.

[@DS_Dronezone]

I use mine and just bought the 18 to 105 Sony lens love it

[@kicyiu]

Yeah. It’s a great camera and very compact. But if the reason for buying this camera is compactness I don’t think those lenses that you mentioned in the video are the best options. They are still huge lens. There are better option such as 35 mm oss or 20mm pancake. I think if you are going for huge lens is better to go for A6000 instead.

[@4jainaba]

One of my favorite cameras 📸 I still shoot with this. What would be a another alternative anyone have the canon g7x 2024 ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@831piper]

This is my first camera, got it on 50 1.8. Does everything i need it to at the moment. Most of the cons can be worked around

[@rudjard]

my go to camera for mostly run and gun! but i don't pair it with native lens or AF lenses, it shine better when you got those Vintage glass, Super Tak , Minolta, Russian M42 Helios, etc...if you like bokeh you'll find them with those vintage glass - Prime glass and much cheaper, unles you'll pair it with those Voitlanders.. but the 5100 i will never part ways...i don't use it for video, only for Photography. Small and compact and by using manual lenses you'll will get the old feeling of shooting only when you really nailed the composition. you will learn to be patient.

[@TheEverydayPreacher]

Did you record this video with the Sony A5100?

[@Pao2012V]

Hi wish lens would you prefer just for family and vacation photos and a little videos? I am not a photographer, but I have my camera since 2013 and I wish to upgrade the lens for better quality photos.👍🏼

[@hannahdrummond939]

I've had this camera for years with just the kit lens. I have been looking into the Canon R10 but this video is making me think I should just upgrade my lenses then eventually the camera body. I thought with the age of the camera it would be outdated lenses used.. Thanks Aaron

[@kleanandkier]

Currently have the a5100 and it has been hard to let go, but I am looking for a camera that can vlog for longer periods of time. I’m looking at the Sony ZV-II for video; however, it is not the best for photos. Do you think the a5100 compares to the Cannon G7x mark II or Sony RX100 VII for photography or are those point and shoot cameras now superior to a5100?

[@KenichiKasamatsu92]

Hey Aaron, any idea on how to update the firmware on a Mac? The FirmwareUpdater from Sony doesn't seem to support the new Macs and the A5100 I recently acquired is still on Version 1.0.0 :(

[@michaelcphotography1]

Hiya pal, a reply would be class... So I've got a 2000D (aka Rebel T7) and I'm quite young and unexperienced, but I do like taking photos, and I love collecting things, especially Cameras and the next Camera I'd get would be a similar stature of my 2000D (which apparently it is, if not a bit better) and I'd love my next camera to be a Sony one, so would you say go for it? I'd use it for taking photos, mainly to test out, because I've got tons of lens for my Canon one, and want to see which brand I prefer.

[@seok84]

Im still using mine. Image is fine but its a pain to use...

[@shwela26]

Me! I still have my a5100! Glad I stumble upon your video. Convinced me not to upgrade yet and just buy a new lens instead. lol Great video!

[@Hektaburnz420]

I used tgis camera from its release date. The camera has done about 250.000 miles on motorcycle and bicycle trips On its second screen now. I add all sorts of lenses vintage. I currently use a 1200mm add in the crop facter and that is even more. Novoflex bazooka. Also a 240mm A125 ulm schacht lens Helios 44-2 The kit lens. And a few other macro lenses. The only thing i dont like about the camera is over heating when filming. Even a few minutes yet it wont overheat when doing long exposures. Also the lack of no view finder. Other than that itsca solid little beast. I use focus peaking and zebra and shoot raw so dont really care that my screen is foggy and not showingva great image. I just make sure the stats are correct and shoot

[@tia9928]

I'm gonna visit Thailand soon and I have this camera as well as iPhone 13. So would it be worthy to take the camera along with me? (I'm travelling alone, that too first time so trying to reduce any hassle)

[@jasseralvarez3107]

Hi. Question: you mentioned this camera is best for video (travel) what in then would you say is the best for just photo (travel)

[@shiluc006]

I bought this camera a month ago and very satisfied with it

[@lurikhat9260]

Hi, I would like to put it next to my main camera and as a lens I would use a ttartisan 25mm f/2, I would need a very compact camera to carry around when I don't have space for but my main camera. Could that be a good idea or would it be better for me to look directly at a sony a6000?

[@tomyam7473]

I am still using it after buying it in 2015 to go on a safari in Tanzania.

[@kyleucf]

I keep reading that streaming drops the quality drastically and you have to record to get 1080p. Is this true?

[@Porschenut13]

Great little camera. I use both the kit lens but more often I use the rokinon 24mm f2.8 and mounted a Olympus viewfinder. It's my travel camera along with an RX100ii as backup.

[@louisedaisy]

Best lens for food photography?

[@TheMoonTarot1919]

I use it professionally and i do fashion models from model agencies. Nobody believe that i shoot with this camera.

[@urielfaust5273]

Is my first and the only one I have with the kit lens, and I enjoy it so much :D

[@HORNOMINATOR]

so this video, the shots where you talk, were made with the A5100? that would be immense. what lens did you use?

[@ArronPrescott]

Yes that's right, I'm using the a5100 for this video! I'm using it with the Viltrox 23mm f1.4 lens

[@unboxunorthidox]

Im no pro or anything just love taking pics and videos to have for when im old but ive had my a5100 since 2016 and its always been my traveling companion its perfect the kit lens is all i ever had a use for but im thinking of getting something dif soon to change it up after this video

[@BoostedNPC]

still my main (with sigma 16mm and sigma 50), but looking to upgrade

[@alanjones4333]

canon r50 possible or eBay Sony ZV e10 or for total simplisticty the Sony zv-1f !

[@dakzer55]

I have a full spectrum converted A5100 😊

[@tasteyfoood]

Can you still take “normal” photos if you have the right filter on a full spectrum conversion?

[@Mr_krabz_mcfc]

Im going on holiday soon and am looking on ebay for either this or the 5000 or the 6000 if find a good price..is there really that much difference between the 3 ?

[@ArronPrescott]

There is not much difference between the a5100 & a6000, mainly the viewfinder. The a5000 is older with a smaller sensor, so has a worse image.

[@Mr_krabz_mcfc]

@@ArronPrescott crazy timing as you sent that I got a knock at the door and my a5100 arrived 😂

[@ArronPrescott]

🤣 Special delivery! 🚚

[@Mr_krabz_mcfc]

@@ArronPrescott does it take a specific SD card or any will do ?

[@sbeckmesser]

I bought a used A5100 to explore the vast E-mount lens universe. I usually shoot MFT and was surprised on how small and light the A5100 is, especially compared to my flagship MFT cameras (Olympus OM-1 and Panasonic G9M2). Even with the small power-zoom kit lens I was getting such good results that I saved up to get an A6700. Nonetheless, when I want to use an E-mount lens and weight and size are major considerations (I often shoot street in NYC) I'll use the A5100 instead of the MFTs or the A6700. Aside from certain situations, mainly lower-light conditions where I wish the camera (and/or lens) had stabilization, it has rarely let me down.

[@jocyenguyen2355]

how much did you buy it?

[@PipeIin]

Dude i ve got an offer for this camera at 140 bucks what do u all Say is it good?

[@kishancj4264]

A5100 or a6100 which one to choose in 2024 ?

[@ArronPrescott]

If you can afford it, the a6100 has more features

[@kishancj4264]

@@ArronPrescott I had a quick question will 3rd party manual lens effect the camera in any ways. Lens like tt artisan, tamron etc..

[@jaredalbin5658]

Yes! Using it as a webcam - but you know it has the sensor as my ZVE10 right? Same lenses will fit it! Why not!

[@cynthiaodell8834]

Anyone having issues being able turn off the flash in M, A or S shooting modes? I am stuck with a max shutter speed of 1/160 as the a5100 thinks it needs to be in flash sync mode.

I just sell my a65 and got the a6300😅 bit the screen is not working, great cameras🎉

[@HORNOMINATOR]

funny how i just found that camera in a cabinet and there are still videos about it

[@ck.standard]

Is it just me or does the white version (recently purchased) have a different texture and build than the black version? (previously owned)

[@zarulnizar5696]

In a good way or not? Plan to get the white one soon

[@ck.standard]

@@zarulnizar5696 In a good way. It feels more premium where as the black feels cheaper

[@zarulnizar5696]

@@ck.standard i see. You got it new or used? Can give a small review?

[@ck.standard]

@@zarulnizar5696 I got it second hand. It's compact. fun & easy to use. i'd give it a 3.5 out of 5 So long as you don't need 4k video w/ good audio

[@zarulnizar5696]

@@ck.standard nice. Here I couldn’t find the used one. The new is around 400usd in Malaysia. Worth the price if i get it here?

[@andresoyarzun8758]

Got it for 200usd, far better photos than last gen smartphones

[@zatoichiable]

this camera is the perfect talking head video... with 28mm lens its perfect...

[@computerenthusiast007]

Bought yesterday❤❤

[@FoodieShorts92]

im watching your video because im planning to buy this used camera. Somebody selling it for 120 dollar. Hopefully good for beginner like me

[@BAYATULL1]

O folosesc doar foto . iar video e ok dar a aparut 4k 2024 o folosesc cu mult drag o am de 3 ani si inca o fortez trag cu ia la evenimente

[@Jones5121]

shame they ditched this sort of body style in my opinion this thing with ibis and 4k? dayummmmm

[@Crazyworldd160]

i love this camera .

[@silinovec3153]

a5100 + vintage yashica lens

[@poppytw583]

Yes!! I refused to purchase another when my trusty a1500 is still relevant…for a casual photographer…

[@ArronPrescott]

There is a lot of temptation with new shinier cameras, but the a5100 is still great for so many types of shots!

10mp a6700s is somenthing I dream of

[@Prizzilla]

How did you film this without the camera overheating after 7 minutes? 😂

[@SyedAlwi]

still using it

[@Bemi-k1k]

Hands up🤚🏻🤚🏻

[@abdallahferhi5952]

Who owned a sony a5100 camera and used it to make music video?

[@AListAllen]

I bought my a5100 for 400$ in 2015 with Sony bag and accessories on eBay….its still priced at 400$ on eBay no accessories or bag

[@niborrandoacho]

✋

[@alanjones4333]

wow you recorded on a5100

[@ArronPrescott]

Yes! This is to give a good example of the 'in studio' video you can get with the a5100!

[@akumar9922]

So

[@Old-School-Liberal]

No!

[@RudrashishBose]

Should I sell my 6400 to get this? 🫣

[@Sam_0108]

Why tho

[@ArronPrescott]

If you already have the a6400 and are happy with it I'd just keep that!

[@seifihasanali2807]

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