7 Camera Tips for the Sony a6500
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- čas přidán 21. 06. 2017
- Do you use your Sony a6500 for video? Here are 7 quick video shooting tips! Check out my full a6500 guide here ► academy.dslrvideoshooter.com/c...
Tip 1: Manual Focus Touch Check
Tip 2: 3rd Party Batteries for More Power like these on Amazon ► geni.us/fw50dste
Tip 3: Tiny USB Battery Charger on Amazon ► geni.us/5ZXU
Tip 4: Touch Focus and Exposure Marker
Tip 5: Wifi Monitoring
Tip 6: Use a Cage ► • Top 3 Sony a6500 Cages...
Tip 7: Clear Image Zoom
What tips would you add to this list?
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Awesome tips, thanks! Just got one of these...loving it so far and now I think I’m going to love it a little more.
These tips are awesome, thanks!
Thank you for this video. I have this camera with Inferno, when connected (together) the '4k Output Sel' is usually grayed out and I won't be able to get the camera to record only to the external recorder without recording on the camera. Will really appreciate your reply.
This is a bloody good video mate. I have made $40,000 with my a6000 in video. I have the a6500 now and will be buying your course to use more of the video features. Keep it up!
MrZimmerdj How? I'm looking to get started as a freelancer... any tips?
I already bought the guide. Its fantastic. You other guys are lucky he still puts out these teasers. Go support the man!
superhoov Yes!
How much recording time do you get on those dste batteries
Tip #4 is so good. I remember shooting with is and using the Touch AF and forgetting where it was focuses. This is gold, also Tip 2. I need one
Just what I needed, thanks! Grabbing the guide as well!
it's incredible how good your are at teaching... THANK YOU.... been consuming many reviews... always come back to you now. I have Canon.... it's getting old and I'll need a crisper camera... but first will be investing time on vlogging. I just might get the Sony a 6500. So size and powerhouse.
hey Caleb thanks for this video!! It's awesome and a great compliment to go along with your comprehensive a6500 guide that I bought. Really liked the spot focus/metering tip. Love your vids and of course the a6500!! Keep em coming!!
Your Sony a6500 guide is great. I was thinking about getting this camera, so purchasing your guide first was a no-brainer. Now I am getting the camera tomorrow :)
Thanks for the tips! They really help me with my new A6500! Only one mention- the replacement batteries you recomend have really bad reviews on amazon Germany :(
just got my a6500 delivered in the mail today!!! Thanks for these tips!
Thanks for the battery and settings tips!
Very useful tips. I'd like to see more videos like this.
you are the best guide by far! much appreciated. Thank you!
Dude, you should not believe specifications on those generic chinese, off-brand batteries! Test the running time, instead of looking at fake number displayed as a capacity, because it is physically impossible for a battery that size and chemistry to have such large capacity. I have two of DSTE's batteries, and they last considerably SHORTER than original Sony batteries! This is why I tried Vivitar batteries, which also claim higher capacity (1200 mAh) than Sony original, but last shorter, although not as short as DSTE.
that is so true!
Yeah, I agree. I tried saving on cheaper batteries, including DSTE but I don't get a consistent experience. Sometimes, the battery will read %100 and then within a few minutes be down to a very low percentage. My Sonys are much better.
check out KASTAR brand batteries. We've had incredible luck with them. Seem to last about equal/slightly longer than SONY brand with accurate readout. As of right now they are the only off brand we trust
Mine is coming in next week. This video will be useful .. Thanks man!
Nice! Great cam!
Very useful tips, thanks!
Maybe I'll invest in your a6500 guide.
Liked and Subscribed! Double tap to focus and Clear image zoom blew my mind! - Another one I learned today was focus peaking on the screen, helps a lot!!
my favorite camera I highly recommend it ..great tips by the way
Great video. Thanks! I may get the guide but gotta get the camera first!
Clear image zoom is super impressive. I'll be doing a video showing samples soon.
Thank you so much !
I just got this camera :D thankyou! God bless
great tips!
Just bought the camera tonight... thanks for the helpful tips! :)
Thanks for the tips, I have already ordered some 3rd party batteries for my new a6500 so will have to see how well they perform. I will also try that digital zoom, does that work with 4k I wonder? I only have one prime lens at the moment, so lacking flexibility.
Yay I was waiting for you to do one of these for the a6500
Thanks Tristan!
Great stuff Caleb, thanks!! This camera is amazing.
I tried to buy the guide already, but ran into some problem with the website. Looks like I really need to try that again! :)
nice tips!
Thanks for the tips Caleb. Double tap...must remember to double tap.
Excellent excellent video
Great video dude, thank you! Greetings from Ireland :)
using spot meter to show touch focus point is a good tip. thanks
In addition to Tip #4, Instead of Cancelling Tap-to-Focus by clicking exactly on the cancel button on the touch screen, you can use the Center button on your camera wheel.
great vids
Hi Caleb, thank you so much for this 7 tips. I use the a6500 to shoot shorts woodworking video, but my problem is the light. Wich lens should I use for internal use? ( I'm waiting for 3 YN 300 youngnuo, hope they'll help me making my videos )
The only lens that I've for my camera is a 18-105 f4 G.
Thank you again.
Stefano from Sardinia,Italy
I'd get a decent zoom lens. Personally I use kit lenses that come with the camera all the time!
ok, thank you again.
Sounds as if something like sigma's 18-35 f/1.8 could be useful, or buying lights. :)
That's supposed to be a great lens, sorry that the f/4 is giving you a hard time :/
Thanks Joshua, yes I think my woodshoop needs more light. Sony lens are good, but to let them work well needs bright lights. I've the same problem with my canon m3.
Bye!
Stefano il Falegname Stefano basta che usi un semplice adattatore da 10€ e un 50mm f1.4 manuale canon fd o minolta md, per il video sono luminosi e anche se perdi l'autofocus con il focus peaking puoi lavorare benissimo
that touch spot focus is like the gh4. I turned lock focus on when i got my sony a6500 and now i cant figure out how to turn it off which means i can't use the spot focus. Is there a way to have face detect continuous AF on while having single touch focus on as well?
Awesome tips! I completely agree with almost all of your tips through my own personal experience. The only one I have not tried is the higher capacity 3rd party batteries. For just the price difference that is definitely worth a try.
The tip that I concur with whole heartedly is the CAGE. You didn't (or forgot to) mention that one of the key benefits of this cage on the a6500 is that it acts as a heat-sink/heat-spreader to help dissipate the heat generated by this tiny and extremely powerful camera while shooting 4k video.
At first I was disappointed that I had to use the CAGE, but now I can't live without it. My brother loves the look of the camera with the cage that he wishes he could find one for his older model NEX camera.
The only problem with the cage (the same model that you show on your video) is that it prevents my Godox and Sony speedlight from mounting into the hot shoe. Is there such a thing as a hot shoe extender for the a6500?
What I don't like in the Remote Camera App is that it doesn't gives you a full control of the camera. You can't record Slog-2 using the app for example. Does anybody know how to do that?
This video couldn't have come at a better time for me. Have a long summer of shoots and you've helped immensely. Thank you. Just out of interest, I saw a video showing a hack to remove the 30 minute record limit. Have you tried this and do you recommend it?
I haven't tried or even heard of it. I'll have to check that out!
Hey Caleb, do you know if there are any cages specifically made for the Sony Rx 10 mark 3. I am striking out on my searches. I enjoy your videos thanks for all the Great 411. Be well
Please do Video tips for Canon Eos M5
Great video!
Do you think that I'll have vignetting problem if I use Tamron 24-70 f/2.8 with the Sony a6500?
Thanks!
Dang what kind of mic you use 😈💘 i need that
Hey, Caleb! Is there any way to set manual white balance while camera is in custom modes ("1" or "2")? I always have to turn it back to "M" mode, set my WB with a spot, remember the numbers and go back to custom mode and set it without book. This is so distracting!
I'm waiting your GH5 review, this is the camera i'm planning to buy
CrexTV i wish i had the $$ for that
Awesome tips, ESPECIALY USING MY NOTE 8! I just ordered the cage for my camera. Where can I find your full tutorial on the A6500? I am shooting real estate, with a Sony 10-18 lens, for photos, and will replace the OSMO Plus with, the Crane 2 and my A6500. I have not used my camera for video. Please, would you give me advice on the proper video (camera settings)?
Any suggestions with the Crane 2?
Again, Thank you!! John
When is your GH5 review coming out?
Soon. Was waiting on the 400mb update but I might just go for it.
DSLR Video Shooter Ok, awesome. Can't wait!
Please please please wait for the 400mb. It would be awesome to have you be the only true full review of that camera.
will these tips also work on the predecessor Sony a6000?
I love your into music😚😚
Hey man, you forgot to say that as you changing the Metering to Standard spot it mess up with the exposure. after this change my exposure started to change harshly during the filming and now I probably have to redo the whole work cause it screwed up my footage. thanks
how does the camera know not to refocus when you double tap? Kind conflicts with your touch focus tip
Hey Caleb, do you know if using a dummy battery with an external battery (instead of an internal battery) will improve overheating in the A6300/A6500?
Does your guide give info on slow motion video with the a6500?
Would love to get one a sony but lenses are just so expensive:( Canon will do for me xD Great video man!
With wifi monitoring, you can't use picture profiles nor can you change some settings. I wish sony make the smart remote act as if the camera weren't in some special mode so you could change all the settings. As for clear image zoom, in my experience it degrades the quality very noticeably, more so the sharpness and if your shooting high iso, artifacts become more visible. I believe since the camera shoots 6k and downscales it to 4k, the clear image zoom is just lowering the base resolution so when you reach 2x, its a 1:1 4k readout.
Hi, do you calibrate you monitors for video? I know its for photo editing. Thanks.
So Caleb - what has been your experience regarding the overheating issue on the a6300 but also the a6500? I recall a firmware update changed the temperature at which the overheating warning icon shows up but, bottom line, in normal outdoor shooting situations can the a6500 be relied on for documentary work even when in 4K?
Steve Crow The a6500 is much better in terms of overheating then the a6300, if you fold out the screen as much as you can away from the camera and go the menu and turn sensitivity to low you should be fine.
Hi there , may i know where did u get the follow focus gear?
When I click on the link of Tip 6 in your description it somehow always sends me to the video overview of my own channel. Maybe my laptop hates me... or the link might be faulty? Just wanted to let you know. ;)
Great video as always!
Cheers!
Chris
Sorry about that! Fixed the link :-)
I want to buy a6500 is worth buying for neon photography and low light , do you recommend it to me
Does clear image zoom work with video? Because I've tried to record with the close image zoom on, and it's never worked
Hi.
Please can i have a link for thsi cage and support for the fone for wireless monitor?
I am a little tight on budget. How will the a6300 be compared to this one when it comes to shooting video? Any huge difference?
I've always wondered if clear image zoom degrades quality when shooting 1080
When you import 100 fps shot at 200 ss into a 25p timeline, does it get similar motion blur as 25 fps at 50 ss or will it look unnatural like 25 fps at 200 ss?
Awesome video, even though I have the 6300 they are useful tips :)
It won't get similar motion blur, but it won't appear choppy either- it's gotta be that fast for the shutter to not look laggy
gh5 Caleb. lol. good video still.
Two hints:
(Quick tip #3) These batteries seem to be very poor quality, better use the BAXXTAR or PATONA batteries, they seem to be the two best for α6500.
(Quick tip #4) When using touch focus it shows you, where you tapped - so you don't have to make the settings shown here. I think this might have come with an update, not sure.
Anyways - great tips, thank you!
Thanks for the tip!
I would like to know what the name of the short song in the beginning is, does someone know how I can find the file?
which camera used to record the video ? :D
What camera setup did you have for this video?
i have an a6300. should I buy the a6500 guide? or the a6300?
Can you display monitor on your phone when you are not home and dont have wifi and/or data?
What SD card would be best for this camera?
Your audio is sounding really rich. Have you changed compression / mics?
haha i wish i could have an A6500
Using a smartphone/tablet as an external monitor via wifi doesn't allow picture profiles. Or did they change that?
Hey hey!
I have a question. I'm reeeeaaally close to buying the Sigma 18-35mm f1.8 as it combines lots of light with a nice amount of flexibility. The thing is I'm not really sure which adapter to choose. So this is a battle between Sony's LA EA3, the LA EA4 or the Sigma MC-11 and I'd be dying for some advice. Maybe you can recommend one of those for a certain reason or at least give me a hint. :) I'm using the a6500 and especially when I'm shooting wedding ceremonies (or any things where I don't have lots of time for set up or just don't want to be changing lenses every 10 minutes) the Sigma lens would be the loveliest thing to use. :) So what do you think, which one should I buy? Ooooor you might even upload a video about those adapters! :D
Anyway.. cheers mate!
By the way.. if this is covered in your a6500 Guide, just let me know. I'll buy it. :-)
Good video. Relevant information. Between the Sony 6500 and Alpha 7Rii. What do you suggest?
Do you need 42 MP and have the extra money?
I'd advocate for the a6500 because if small and flexible is your thing like it is mine, that's one of the better ways to go about it.
Ok. What lens do you suggest?. The uses I will do is for videos.
Jess- Una Familia Común In my view, the sigma 18-35 f/1.8 can't be beat. However, the kit lens can resolve a solid 1080 image, and cheaper options like Sigma's 30mm f1.4 can resolve all 24mp / 6K.
Additionally, I've heard great things about the Sony 35mm f/1.8, but personally I would tend towards the Sony 28mm f/2 because it's FE format would make it more flexible down the line if you chose to go FF. Of course, if you prefer a wider angle or more telephoto there are other great options.
Hard to say without knowing usage case scenario more specifically, but I tend towards normal and portrait length lenses myself, with a growing appreciation for wide angle lenses.
I've made reviews of both the 30 f1.4 and 50-100 f/1.8 from sigma on my channel if those could be resources, but absolutely 0 pressure to check them out.
Let me know how else I can be of service-I'm passionate about providing value.
Joshua Koerner . Ok I was thinking in the Sony 35 mm and the Sony 18-105
Jess- Una Familia Común Both are really good, solid options! The best part of the 18-105 in my view is the all-internal zoom and focusing. Huge benefit to that imho
I saw various videos proving those batteries are either the same or worse. If you test that one and see better results, please show it to us
Hi, I tried looking for the $20 guide you mention in this video, couldn't find. All I found was a $80 guide for 3 cameras. Can you help getting me there? Thank you
Best lens for sony a6500 ??
People are saying the 1080p video recording is very soft and crappy, is that true? And if so, would you recommend fixing it in camera or in post?
Matt Heinen although I don’t own an a6500, I’ve used it on a couple wedding shoots. To answer your question, yes, 1080p isn’t the greatest at all, sure you can sharpen it in post but not having detail still means not having detail. We shoot 4k when we can with that camera. If you can’t, I’ve heard (not sure though) that only shooting more shallow depth of field shots with it so the lack of detail is less noticeable. I guess by extension, trying to avoid focusing on tight pattern areas and small details may help make it as noticeably soft although I’ve never tried either method.
Where to buy DSTE Battery?
Which lens is on that camera?
If you use clear image zoom I would imagine it will increase any movement that your IBS is trying to smooth out.
I noticed a Canon lens? That works with no issues on the Sony?
How good is the 1080p 60fps on the sony a6500? I've heard the 1080p is not very good quality and some people have had issues with it.
Oscar Hodges You can shoot up to 120 fps in 1080p, and while the 1080p is great it's not 4k.... but in terms of 1080p it's pretty standard
I believe your tip #5 does not work well bc it reverts to automatic video settings and does not allow you to use profiles. Really pretty stupid Sony cannot fix this, even if they charged a little extra I believe people would even pay for it. But as it is now it does not work unless you want automatic settings and no profiles.
Tip #7 Do not forget to disable RAW as your image settings other wise the clear zoom option is greyed out and will not work when shooting video.
I dont have record button on my note 3 when i connect to the a 6500.. Only picture button!! Anyone know why??
Added Zoom to a button but it says function is not available in manual video mode.... WAT?
This might be a silly question, but does Clear Image Zoom work with prime lenses?
James Madara Yes, works well. You get 2x zoom; better on video than stills. Still, soooo much better than digital zoom.
Why the clear image zoom doesnt work when trying to take still images?
Have those 3rd party batteries kept good charges over time?
So far yes. Over 1.5 years old and still going strong.
hi guys
i want to buy a new camera...fujifilm x-t2 or sony a6500
which one is better?i love fuji...whats your idea about it?
Mani Bamiri a6500!
I can see your full video guide a6500 in italian language?
DSTE? I thought Wasabi was the only 3rd party battery, and are crap. How's the battery life/quality of those DSTE batteries?
Yeah, but those batteries die twice as fast from what I hear...
it could be interesting if he made a comparison on those