Sony a6000 - 5 Camera Hacks, Tips, Tricks! (Vol 1)

[@horsetom10]

Viewfinder a great hack, I bought my a6000 from Amazon UK warehouse deals. The camera was probably sent back by the original owner maybe because of the LCD screen going off. First time it happened to me I was recording video, when I brought the camera near my body the LCD went blank. I didn't know if I was still recording or not. The sensor is super sensitive and is a proper pain in the ass. Thanks for the hack I've had my a6000 for 4 years along with Canon DSLR's. I love the motorised kit lens, when I'm taking 'Aerial Photos' by having the camera on top of a 40ft pole I can control the zoom with my iPhone using the Sony app Imaging Edge to get the exact photo composition I want. Originally I bought it for travel because I didn't want to lug around my very large Canon DSLR's on holidays. Great video, keep up the good work 👏👏

[@missimanmanoguid3068]

It's January 2020. I just bought this cam as a gift for myself on my birthday. And from the videos I've watched, this one seems to be the most clear and concise. Even when it's uploaded ages ago. Thank you so much for this.

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks so much! Glad you found it helpful even now!

[@billbarker2027]

The sensor on the viewfinder also controls the "touchless shutter" app, if you have it installed. That is very convenient, especially if you are taking long exposures.

[@509ace]

I’ve had this camera for 4 years and I’m still very happy with it.

[@kyletaggart]

Sick! Going on my 4th now I think.

[@coryzirk5299]

A fun little feature with the EVF, theres an in camera app, called "touchless shutter" it uses the proximity sensor. You have to make sure that "auto" is enabled, as it will require the EVF to use. Its great for night shots, and long exposure.

[@phattjohnson]

Cheers mate I'll have to try that out!

[@toprakturk]

Hi form Turkey, I learned a lot of things from you. Thanks for all of these videos and i hope you will keep doing them with a6000 :D cuz this is what i have :D Take care be safe =)

[@kyletaggart]

will do! thanks so much for your support Toprak!

[@toprakturk]

@@kyletaggart it has been 2 years or something and you respond. I will keep supporting you and your videos cuz you respond which means you care. Thanks a lot.

[@kyletaggart]

I try and respond to comments each day. Thanks! 😊

[@mattchillvibn347]

Great vid man, love it......one tip i learned from somewhere regarding battery life : even when your camera shuts down, its draining battery life (which may possibly be due to it trying to find a WiFi connection....and thus you're "Airplane mode" theory probably will work too) but simply switching the Monitor/Viewfinder option to "Monitor" only saves sooooooo much battery life (you literally have no idea) and then simply switch back to your preferred setting when shooting.....like u said, not sure what other stuff "Airplane Mode" will do to your Cam settings (I dont know if i would try it), but the Monitor Only option is a sound alternative that i've found to be a god send....great vid, keep it up man

[@kyletaggart]

Much appreciated! ✊🏻📸

[@johnernest5843]

Thanks for bringing up the electrical tape hack for the viewfinder. Just got one of these bad boys as my first ever Sony Mirrorless, and it's a beast. Your tips really help out even in the future!

[@kyletaggart]

Booya! Awesome.

[@musicmanley]

Hey thanks for all the great tips... I have a Sony a6000 and just wanted to add a few things... 1. The XAVCS codec does work on larger SD cards I have a 128GB (Sandisk Ultra) and it records just fine. If you are having this issue make sure you have updated firmware (mine is version 3.2). 2. Another good option for overheating is to use a battery grip. This is similar to the dummy battery hack but it will allow you increased record time away from an AC source. Other youtubers have tested this theory on the a6000 and had no issues with overheating. 3. I can confirm that simply turning off the "Auto" function for the viewfinder saves allot of battery (including when the a6000 is powered off). I always pick one or the other and if I do choose the Auto option I make sure to turn it back off when I'm done. (Also as per the Sony manual the viewfinder uses more battery than the screen so if you're looking to make battery life count use the monitor instead.) Hope this info helps.

[@kyletaggart]

Nice! Thanks for the tips Mike. Much appreciated!

[@taylorchapmanjr9182]

The XAVCS codec issue is related to how the memory card is formatted. Cards 64 GB and larger are formatted EXFAT and can use the XAVCS codec. Kyle was correct that it's not related to card speed, but rather the size of the card which determines the format method.

[@jeffrockr]

Thanks for the tape tip! I wish it had a switch button like fuji but this tip will come in handy! Just got to play with my a6000 again as i had to sell my beloved a7r3 to repair my car :( Still, i realize how much they had stacked in this little baby if i compare it to my d7100. Its crazy that i can still enjoy this camera as much as i do. It was way ahead of its time!

[@kyletaggart]

thanks Jay! and agreed. It's lifespan has been impressive.

[@LimitedSpectrum]

Good video! All useful tips. The LCD switching back and forth is frustrating. I like to get really low angles by bending over and hanging the camera from my neck on the strap, but the LCD will switch off sometimes. Also, another a6000 hack, for those who hate that the REC button is so tiny and flush with the body: Stick-on rhinestones! I got a pack of red self-adhesive rhinestones at Michael's and the medium size in the pack fits the button perfectly! Now you can feel it!

[@kyletaggart]

Oh wow!!! That’s a really good tip! Thanks!!

[@omran_tk]

Shout out to Corona, watching this video even when I don't have a camera tho..

[@mediaflmcreation]

$350 on OfferUp .. go scoop one man

[@CodingTheSystem]

@@mediaflmcreation I just pulled one for $250 :) Edit: If the ebay seller ever decides to ship it :(

[@mediaflmcreation]

@@CodingTheSystem Sweet deal man. All area dependent so you got that score lol

[@captsamsung]

I just discovered your channel! I bought the A6000 last summer. I've enjoyed using the camera so far. And now I'm learning more about my camera!

[@kyletaggart]

yes! so happy my channel helps!

[@josephbarney4523]

Airplane mode and overheating tips and tricks were my favorite but they're all good! Great job as usual!

[@kenricdavid6757]

I’m still planning to buy a Sony a6000 on 2020. 2020!!!! Your tips are so helpful, thank you!

[@kyletaggart]

if you have it in the budget consider the a6100 as well, as it's just an updated version of the a6000.

[@kenricdavid6757]

hikyletaggart yup, I was considering the a6100. But man, it’s out of my budget. 😅

[@kyletaggart]

$150 diff, so I get it. A6000 is still a great buy.

[@kenricdavid6757]

hikyletaggart and I actually dont have any source of income rn. Still active in college yet enthusiastic with filmmaking and photography. Everything aside, thank you btw for making good videos about the a6000. 🙏🏻 It’s totally beast in its price range. You earn my subscription today!

[@kevinprice7707]

I just got this camera and your videos are definitely helping me understand this camera more.

[@kyletaggart]

Glad to help Kevin! 😁

[@lisztomaniacenid]

Got my a6000 today! So excited! I've been binge-watching some of your vids. 😊

[@kyletaggart]

That’s so cool! Wish I was getting a new camera today! Haha. Thanks so much and I hope the videos help! Have fun! 📸

[@jairudiusfyar4787]

For only having 8-9k subs you make some very quality content and I hope you keep getting more my dude

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks so so much. The channel has grown so much in the last 7 months. Just going to keep doing what I’m doing! 👍🏻😃

[@katherinekong1688]

Amazing video,just bought it few days ago! Very helpful!! Cheers from Hong Kong!!

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks Katherine!

[@robertvergara8385]

Hey kyle! Nice guides! I just bought sony a6000 today. I am now relieved that i didn’t not waste my money on it. Hoping for more a6000 guides.

[@kyletaggart]

Congrats on the purchase! Hope the tips n tricks help! 😊

[@DiamondPickCraft]

My man still hearting comments a year later

[@kyletaggart]

Yep! I try my best!

[@TheRealestIdealist]

Didn’t take a year to heart this comment lol...just playing but this video was soooo amazing!

[@kyletaggart]

Pffff I got you! And thanks!

[@clayformations1638]

2 years here! Just bought the a6000! Thanks for the information!

[@kyletaggart]

Congrats! And thank you 👍🏻

[@prathikshirur4803]

I love how your pages is focused on going in detail about your camera ! Keep it up 👍🏽 I was a little skeptical going for the A6000 but your pictures and video convinced me 😃

[@kyletaggart]

Awesome! It’s a great camera.

[@Razor2048]

The A6000 uses an IR based proximity sensor (use a security cam or any camera without an IR cut filter to see it), though it does not use some of the more common wavelengths, thus most IR filters will completely filter out the light. The range can be lowered if you can add some material that can cover just the sensor and not the IR LED with some material that can just attenuate the light. Both cannot be covered by a single piece of transparent material though since the sensor looks for the pattern of blinking, as well as the brightness of the blinking to determine when something is close, and you do not want anything that will act as a light guide to direct that blinking over to the sensor. This is also why screen protectors for phones usually have a cutout for the proximity sensor. This is an issue that Sony could easily fix by allowing users to adjust the sensitivity of the sensor, but they choose not to.

[@kyletaggart]

Yeah it’s lame, I’ve heard you can adjust this for the 6300-6500. I don’t know for sure.

[@minasamiley5330]

Just bought sony a6000, will get it nxt week and i've been watching ur videos about the cam and learned a lot (though sometimes im still confused) thanks and more powers!

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks Mina!

[@achmadmarendes]

Just tried the viewfinder hack, it works, thank you Greetings from Jakarta

[@flymanhawaii]

Super useful! Even after 5 years owning the camera.

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks so much!

[@roybains7288]

Great video. Seems genuine when he speaks. I trust him.

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks so much!!

[@justinsmith6995]

I ended up buying a sony a6000 mainly because your videos. I was already leaning in that direction but you put me over the edge, thank you for the informative videos(i watched them all lol)

[@kyletaggart]

Dang! Huge thank you!

[@julesintveen3638]

thank you for the video's about the sony a6000 i bought one this week, and i am exited to use this !!!

[@kyletaggart]

Hype!

[@davidmoreheadveganrecipes548]

Great tips! Thank you. I can't believe Sony basically hid the eye auto focus feature. You have to program a custom button to use it. What where they thinking? Thanks for the eye piece hack. You are right. It is super annoying when the screen shuts off when you get the camera close to your body.

[@kyletaggart]

They have improved on these things immensely in the a6100.

[@davidmoreheadveganrecipes548]

I am going to keep using my A6000 until it breaks. It takes great photos and video. Good to know that when I upgrade a lot of the problems have been fixed.

[@patrickmetcalf3147]

Just got one in the mail super stoked!

[@kyletaggart]

Congrats! Have fun!!

[@mygame9896]

Hi i've got another tip, I use the a6000 together with a shoulderrig. On the shoulderrig i've mounted a powerbank witch powers my camera with a dummy battery. This soludes the batterylife problem and the overheating problem at once. The powerbank and the dummy did cost me like $30, so I think that's a verry cheap solution.

[@tejav3761]

Hey! I've just recently added an a6000y to my kit. Honestly, switching from a Canon 80D to a6000 was kinda difficult with all the menus but your videos helped me a lot! Keep up the good work dude you're awesome

[@kyletaggart]

Awesome to hear!

[@avramovixc]

How is it? I just sold my almost new 800D and plan on buying new a6000

[@tejav3761]

@@avramovixc It's great! If you're planning on getting an a6000, get the 16-50mm kit lens too

[@avramovixc]

Teja vyku yeah, ill be getting a6000 with 16-50 and old manual lenses to play with

[@kwthardebbarma91]

Bro which prime lens should I took for my Sony a6000 I am bigenner photographer so can you sugges me a good lens 🙏❤️

[@kyletaggart]

I like the Viltrox 23mm f1.4 as it's a cheaper prime lens, and performs very well. Also the sigma 30mm f1.4 is a nice first prime lens as well for price and performance.

[@rajnikantraman8297]

Awesome contents Kyle, I just got the A6000 and these videos are very helpful. Keep them coming :)

[@kyletaggart]

Filming a video today! Hope to have it out this weekend. Thanks for watching!

[@drnimish333]

Nice tips. Helpful for the beginners like me.

[@kyletaggart]

Perfect! Glad it helped

[@bluetrails]

THank you for some nice tips, I just wanted to note that although not tested, the size of the SD card should not matter, the speed of the card however, does.

3:00, Try to use camera function instead electrical tape. It's maybe not so practical as an electrical tape but more efficient for your camera. Go to gear icon > tab 3 > FINDER/MONITOR. Chose MONITOR or VIEWFINDER instead Auto. It may be a pain in the E. if you often switch betwine LCD and eyecup. But the benefit of turning Auto OFF is saving battery juice. On single LCD a6000 and 6300 can take 50 pictures and something about 30 minutes more comparing to single eyecup usage. Unfortunately, the a6000 doesn't allow you to set this function for Custom or FN Key. In a6300 you are able to program only Custom Key witch this function.

[@kyletaggart]

Oh that’s a nice tip. So really this only applies for the a6000. Thanks!

You're welcome! Do some test and you'll find out what the best for you.

[@sterkriger2572]

The eyepiece that comes in the box with the camera actually do this very well too in the auto mode there are sometimes that even when I place my eye in the viewfinder it doesn't transfer. But most of the times works great

[@jonasp2556]

Dam, 3 minutes and you already saved my life! That viewfinder is so annoying! I knew the option to use just one of them, but I just want to have both without that annoying change.. Thanks a lot :)

[@adamcapdeville]

I am glad you brought up the heating tips! I was hesitant to get the Sony a6000 because of some reports on the heating issue, but I am primarily going to be using it for photography. I am going to go do a test shoot once my camera arrives in the mail! Keep up the good work!

[@kyletaggart]

Nice Adam! Yeah I never really have issues with over heating. If you record video for like 20 minutes you may have an issue.

[@seanpatrickpearson]

Great video, just switched over from a D5300 to an A6000 and couldn't ever think of going back !

[@kyletaggart]

Nice Sean! Glad you’re enjoying it! ✌🏻

[@richardwilson5855]

Hi, from the UK. This is such a useful channel for me. How I wished I knew about Clear Image Zoom in the last 3 years! Keep the tips/reviews coming...

[@kyletaggart]

Haha no problem! Thanks for checking this channel out Richard!

[@richardwilson5855]

Especially helpful for my prime lens, plus my 18-200mm, when I need that bit extra (airshows, etc.). That 'airplane mode' is something I've overlooked too, so thanks again

[@kyletaggart]

No problem Richard!

[@AnthonyDooley]

hikyletaggart I had rented the 18-105 f4 Sony E lens to record an Ice Show. It was able to double the zoom in video mode.

[@clean.parker]

Another problem solved. Best day ever!

[@kyletaggart]

perfect!

[@melodyroberts6463]

I'm so glad i found your channel! I just purchased an a6000 and you have helped me so much in understanding cameras more!

[@kyletaggart]

That’s so awesome to hear! Welcome!

[@gurirodal99]

Thank's for your informative and good videos! Inspired by you, today I have bought a new Sony Alpha 6000 and are looking forward to try it on a trip to Wienna tomorrow!

[@kyletaggart]

awesome! have a great time!

[@kguarasci69]

THANK you for going into the LCD shutting off/going black!! I just got my camera and this happened at a concert the other night over n over again!! I was frustrated!! lol Awesome..

[@kyletaggart]

yes!!! if you're at a show and not using the viewfinder, maybe turn it off completely. glad this helped!

[@stevenvarner9806]

You can get a Sony dummy battery with a USB plug and power it with a 2A+ USB power supply. Also, some of the small Feelworld-Andycine camera monitors have an 8V OUT that you can get a Sony dummy battery for as well.

[@katiehuynh03]

I’ve watched these videos before getting the a6000, literally just bought it and rewatching all your videos.

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks so much! Means a lot to me.

[@insanity4092]

got mine today and now going through the whole series too

[@kyletaggart]

That’s so awesome to hear!

[@jetlag.diaries]

Thank you for sharing it to all of us... I love watching all your videos with a6000 it helps me a lot to know more about my camera

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks Angel! I love sharing what I know and also hearing what others know about the camera and photography!

[@NLMusique]

Good video. I like the tips and learn about clear zoom which I didn't know about.

[@kyletaggart]

Awesome!! Thanks so much for checking it out!

[@dirkjanveenhof7835]

Nice tips dude. Thank you... i will follow you.

[@BboyTvo]

i just got myself a a6000:D

[@kyletaggart]

Awesome!

[@paytonowens2495]

Thai Vo I just got mine for Christmas!

[@kyletaggart]

Merry Christmas!

[@chinmaybiswas7943]

Found very useful tips for my SONY RX100 M3 also. Thank you very much.

[@kyletaggart]

Awesome!

[@subrotomitra]

Thank you for a precise , pragmatic video..

[@kyletaggart]

any time! thanks for checking it out!

[@deeignacio3687]

Oh my God I really need this vid... (& the succeedings...) I owned a6000 for a year now and I am satisfied but I discovered that I can do more. Thanks a lot.. good job!

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks! Hope your enjoying your camera even more!

[@egoned]

Thank you so much! Just purchased yesterday, could not figure out why the screen would turn off. Thank you for a very well done video.

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks for checking it out Egon! Glad it helped. 👍🏻

[@sebabratalahiri5429]

Great video .... can you make a video on different types of filters for lenses???

[@StefanTonioSampson]

Another nice job, Hikyle....great tips- even for those of us who haven't yet purchased the a6000, but will soon... Thanks!

[@kyletaggart]

Hope you enjoy it! Thanks for the comments Stefan!

[@KatherinesQuarters__]

Love your channel! I use the A6000 to film my sports vlog. Definitely one of my favorites to use. These tips are super helpful!

[@kyletaggart]

Hope the other tip videos help too! thanks for checking this stuff out Katherine!

[@KatherinesQuarters__]

hikyletaggart yep! Please keep ‘me coming!

[@kyletaggart]

@@KatherinesQuarters__ I've done 4 or 5 of this very video! so be sure to check those out!

[@Guido.Gonzato]

I tried and set up the C1 button as clear image zoom, but as I shoot in RAW+JPEG this setting wasn't available. But I found a much more useful function, at least for me: focus magnifier! It's *great* when using manual lenses such as the Helios 44M, which is attached to my a6000 most of the time. Focus peaking + focus magnifier + vintage lens = great pics! Thanks a lot for your Camera Hacks series.

[@zatanpermana]

thank you for your tips, :)

[@kyletaggart]

no thank YOU!

[@nataliajohn5148]

Awesome video i just bout my sony a6000 ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks Natalia!

[@anwarshirazee5387]

Awesome tips mate, very helpful. Thanks

[@kyletaggart]

No problem!

[@JohnDoe-xz9uo]

Thanks the for video, I bought this camera for streaming but I wanted it as a companion to my a7 II so appreciate the info.

[@richardwood3242]

Again thanks for the zoom tip and battery preservation............! these settings appear to work on Nex5 and 3! Again thanks!

[@kyletaggart]

Oh nice! Glad it helped!!

[@constanzamerinoaburto8445]

Amazing video as always, looking forward to the next one. Glad you're​ better

[@kyletaggart]

Aw thanks! Hoping for multiple videos next week, not just one! Thanks for coming back!

[@markwoods1504]

I haven’t watched your channel since before the Pandemic I’m so glad I came across it I do hope you’re ok hiyletaggart . Keep safe my friend

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks mark! I hope you’re doing well.

[@Htbaa]

Clear image zoom works just fine in video and is pretty useful.

[@kyletaggart]

Someone else told me that too, my mistake!

[@Htbaa]

hikyletaggart I thought I read someone saying that but couldn't find it. I think it's especially useful when used with a power zoom lens such as the 18-105 G or even the 16-50mm

[@dilutz8]

Stumbled across your channel - THANK YOU so very much for helping me understand my camera. I purchased it 2 yrs ago when we went to Europe, kept it in "P" mode. We will be going to Alaska for the 2nd time, my husband and I will each have a camera and the competition is on. I will be using the Sona a6000 (with your tips and tricks up my sleeve) and he will be using the Olympus SZ-30MR. I have to stock lens and before I had any real knowledge I had purchased the sony optical steady shot (4.5-6.3/55-210). Would you recommend my having any thing different (lens)? Thank you for your advice and keep the videos coming!!!!

[@dilutz8]

When I say "stock" lens, I suppose I should have said it was the kit (?) lens that you have, 3.5-5.6/16-50 with power zoom. Oh, and I just watched your video regarding the 2 lens you and your girlfriend each have.

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks so much Diana! I’m jealous of the Alaska trip! Those lenses cover a lot of different focal lengths which is great, I’d say instead of a different lens, think about taking landscapes zoomed in with the 55-210. Maybe just grab the mountain peak and clouds, or maybe only half the mountain in frame, ect. Sometimes we just stick with the widest we can get, and move our feet for the widest shot of the scene. Sometimes there is more to capture then just the wide picture. Hope that helps!! However, in regards to a lens, maybe look at the 18-105 G, or 18-135. That would almost eliminate having to carry two lenses if that matters to you. You can use clear image zoom to get closer to the 210 of the other lens you have. 🙌🏻🌎

[@dilutz8]

hikyletaggart PERFECT! Very helpful! We do not leave until July, I plan on practicing & experimenting with the camera & your suggestion before we leave.

[@vincentchu88]

*very very thanks so much bro. I'm using sony a6000 now. And i learn from u so much. That's great vid*

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks man!

[@vincentchu88]

@@kyletaggart *i'm come from vietnam. And like your vid so much. Thank you again. Have a nice day*

[@kyletaggart]

Awesome! ✌🏻

[@Katiedoan88]

Thanks for the video! I wanted to ask you if this camera has an electronic shutter? I don't need the camera to be completely silent but I'd like it to be as quiet as possible.

[@kyletaggart]

It cannot shoot silently.

[@Katiedoan88]

@@kyletaggart So if I were to shoot a person 10 feet away from me, they'd hear the shutter, right? thanks for the response, I really appreciate it! :)

[@JakeJardashian]

Great tips, thanks for the information! The sensor in the EVF is called a proximity sensor. The same sensor that makes your phone screen go black when you take a call. Just fyi :)

[@parthmanocha9195]

My Sony A6000 is on it's way to home and i found the perfect channel for me !!! *SUBSCRIBED* ❤️

[@kyletaggart]

Awesome thank you!

[@renrenbarrientos5085]

Hi Kyle! Nice video :) watching from Japan.

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks! Would love to visit your country one day!

[@jenngomez3]

Yay for a new video! Thanks for the tips! Can’t wait to try that zoom one! 🙌🏼

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks Jenn! It’s a great feature and I’ve used it a bunch. C1 button isn’t my favorite for it but that’s what I have it set to now.

[@JihadzVizion]

Your helping me on my Journey I appreciate you

[@kyletaggart]

And i appreciate you!

[@mystikshadowgaming]

You can get a 32GB SD card SDXC and use XVAC S. Do NOT get a typical SDHC. SDXC, preferably 100mb/s writing speed because it will allow you to select XVAC S 60 / 100 instead of 60 / 50. Makes your image quality better overall just by an SD card. But again, HAS to be SDXC. It does NOT matter how much GB's the SD card can hold. 16GB, 32GB, 62GB, doesn't matter. SDXC matters! And of course the writing speed :)

[@jessicawaffles516]

Awesome, loving your videos! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks for your support 👍🏻😊

[@EfficientAdmin]

Hello, thank you for these informative videos for the A6000. Do you have a video showing how to take a selfie with the Sony A6000 (or if it is even possible)? Also, I have the 16-50 mm lens that came with the camera. Can you tell me which would be the next lens up for this camera? Thanks!

[@kyletaggart]

I actually have an idea for a video for that exact question! However that video is a while out so here are some tips. Set it to 16mm, use the WIDE focus type, and try aperture priority mode with the aperture set to 3.5. Also depending on the look you’re going for you can use the Soft Skin effect or the Portrait creative style.

[@duskaf.5078]

The trick with view finder is great I love it!

[@kyletaggart]

Awesome! Glad it helps!

[@marychristineoh]

Just discovered your channel. I love it already! :) Also, one of the things I like the most with my a6000 is the focus magnifier. I use a 50mm vintage lens which requires everything manual. The focus magnifier is super helpful in making sure my shots aren't blurry ;)

[@kyletaggart]

Hey Mary! That’s awesome! I’m not great with manual lenses so that does help. Focus peaking as well. Thanks for the support!

[@marychristineoh]

Not very good at it too. lol but practicing quite a lot so I can get a hang of it.

[@mikegindling4236]

I use gaffer tape because it does not leave a film behind if I remove it. Thanks for another informative video.

[@kyletaggart]

Nice Mike!

[@suryarmdh]

Thanks for making this video. I just know these tips through your video. I have been using a6000 for couple months and it's super awesome entry camera level. Keep it up!

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks for watching! Much appreciated 🙌🏻

[@candogruyol]

Your light setup is amazing! What camera and lens using for record this video? It looks amazing. Thanks.

[@kyletaggart]

Check out my “KZbin Setup Video” and you’ll see my exact setup!

[@candogruyol]

hikyletaggart thank you for your reply , have a nice day!

[@LudoKlack]

Have had the a6000 for about a year now coming up, and im NOW just really getting into learning its specifics and ways to improve what i already know :) love these vids man thanks alot! would love to know what you best tips and advice and settings for someone who ALWAYS vlogs with this camera? maybe you have that video up already? link? anyways THANKS!!!!

[@jacobhicks6048]

9:00 there are also dummy batterys for USB. I use one with a 10000mah Power pack, so i dont have to change batteries during longer shoots and sill stay moving

[@jacobhicks6048]

11:00 it is actuallly a thing about SD High Capacity not working against SD XC Working

[@bharathnaveen7256]

Hey hi, I'm new proud owner of a6000 ;) , post going through video felt great on suggestion and helpful, one small tip i felt it can be added for avoiding heating, we can switch only to view finder display which was basically tip 1 in this video so display won't be getting utilized and adding to that it will increase battery life and i dont know is this option available can we extend display to external monitor only on video mode so that also help in reducing heat and increasing battery backup.

[@GiselleHeart]

🙌🏼❤️ I just got mines....thanks for the tips

[@kyletaggart]

you're very welcome! thanks for checking this out!

[@ronspi]

Thank you very much! Learned a new thing. Subscribed.

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks Ron!! 👍🏻

[@michels.7823]

Really good video! I‘ll use those tips when I have my own a6000 they seem very helpful :D

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks for watching Michel!

[@geirjohannesen667]

Useful stuff. Thanks!

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks for checking out the channel 🙌🏻

[@laurenwine_]

Hey Kyle. I'm wondering, my camera is New, have only used it a handful of times and I'm wondering if there was a way to keep the camera plugged in to keep the battery charged?

[@kyletaggart]

I’d suggest getting two extra batteries (wasabi or power extra) with a dual battery charger. You can look into using a power bank while out and about. Or for an indoor environment you can get a dummy battery/AC battery setup.

[@laurenwine_]

@@kyletaggart Thankyou! Also I am new to camera setup and this is my first camera so still learning how to use it - I am wanting to do tutorials (beauty). Have you got a video on best settings etc for this also what is the easiest program to use to edit on a windows computer? So many questions I promise I'll stop after this 😂

[@kyletaggart]

@@laurenwine_ I haven't been on windows in a while, besides work. Look into Adobe Rush, which you can use on mobile, maybe there is a desktop version. Adobe rush is free, other adobe things like premier are monthly subscriptions. Way back in the day I used window movie maker. For video settings just use Wide focus area, and face detection. If you want something to be focused on that isn't your face, make sure when you hold the item, up to hold it in front of your face so the camera focuses on that instead. 👍🏻

[@EricMattisonIsAwesome]

Congrats HEtsitty

[@nataliagajzler608]

Thanks for these cool tips 😊

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks for watching!

[@rjcaubalejo]

The video was actually more of cons of a6000 for me, which is very helpful for anybody who wants to buy it You even provided workaround which is great. I will be buying a6000 this December so this video is great. :)

[@kyletaggart]

Awesome dude! Glad it helped. 😊

[@Diary_of_an_Artist]

can you make video for the best monitors for this camera?or is it possible to mount one??

[@sircatus16]

Great video! Will it leave a mark when I remove the tape?

[@kyletaggart]

Depends on what tape you use I imagine.

[@sircatus16]

Thanks, I finally tried using an electrical tape, it did left some glue, but it’s also easy to be cleaned

[@beeeeeeellle]

Thanks. This is helpful especially the LCD screen tip. Going out to get electrical tape now :)

[@kyletaggart]

Thanks for watching! 😊

[@nickr7987]

Hi, totally enjoy your videos. I own a a6000 and think it is a great camera. On one of your videos you talk about the clear image zoom and how to set it up. One disclaimer you mentioned you cannot use it a zoom lens. Now in another video of yours you talking about the lenses you own. On there you are holding the kit lens which is a zoom and you start talking about the clear image zoom. You made me believe that it can be used on that lens. Can you?? Thanks so much for sharing your experience s. Nick

[@kyletaggart]

Clear image zoom can be used for the kit lens yes. Jpeg only, and then I’d you have clear image zoom on, you can zoom past 50mm. ✌🏻

[@Lililuv85]

Just Bought the Camera, for a trip to Japan :) So fairly new user here any recommendations on weather or not i need to buy new lenses? and if so what would be my best buy?

[@kyletaggart]

The kit lens is great, but if you want a step up in sharpness, or bokeh effect, you can try the Sony 50mm f1.8 or the Sigma 30mm f1.4. Very very sharp, and they both give that great blown out background effect when you shoot at the lowest aperture.