markngolf Loc: Bridgewater, NJ

Good for you. Enjoy the ride!! I love my Sony RX10 IV. I've not used my DSLR's very much since purchasing the Sony.
Mark

le boecere

Wonderful! And, if the kit lens is the 16-50mm power zoom, it will be just fine for your "experiment". You can learn a lot about your new camera system, from that little lens.

https://www.sony.com/electronics/camera-lenses/selp1650

Ollieboy

I have the Sony A6300, Sony A77II, and the Sony Rx10 IV. I find myself using the Rx10 most of the time. It's just so convenient to use. Just grab it and go. No lens decisions. No lens swap outs in the field. The 1" sensor is amazing for what it is. I think most people who can afford the Rx10, end up buying it eventually. I saved a few bucks buying it used.

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

Yes, you are correct about the amount of good, cheap Minolta AF lenses that will fit the Sony A mount camera's, the OP can also get great deals on the Sony A77, A77II, and full frame A99.
BUT, I believe the OP wants the smaller E Mount camera's. Seems to be going that way, Sony now only has 3 camera's left in A mount, the 68, 77II, and 99II. Now, I am not saying Sony will drop the A mount, but they seem to be going full blast on the E mounts at the current time. They actually just took a new sensor and put it in the A99 body and called it the A99II along with some other software, Sony is famous for this. Interesting to that the vertical grip off the A77II fits the A99II.

joer Loc: Colorado/Illinois

I used this camera for about 6 months before switching to the A7R3. Image quality, focusing speed and accuracy are respectable. The physical size is a little too small for even small hands. The controls are not ergonomically placed and easily confused, although very programable. The menu will take time to learn. Its a good camera but has its quibbles. It does NOT have IBIS which is a godsend when using unstablized lenses and to me is worth the extra expense.

The E mount lenses are good and contrary to what some think, not necessarily expensive. They confuse E with EF (FF) lenses which can be expensive but have excellent build and image quality. EF can be used on the A6300 but some will be awkward due to size and weight.

Be aware that the open box camera was returned for a reason, which may not be readily apparent. You would be taking a risk which in my opinion is justified if it were a great deal but usually the savings is not substantial.

ggenova64

Open box could be a store demo. Ask for a 6 months warranty.

gessman Loc: Colorado

I have found that when I shoot Sony e kit lens if I stay away from the extremes of either zoom or aperture I enjoy better results that will more closely compare with the qualities of more expensive lens with either my a6000 or a6500. I often shoot aperture preferred by selecting f/5.6 or f/8, auto-iso, and letting the camera pick the shutter speed and iso. Occasionally I will get images that need some noise reduction software applied but generally, shooting these "sweet spot" apertures and staying away from max short or long zoom settings will get me the best shot the camera has to offer.

lehighjack Loc: somewhere in FL

A MAJOR advantage with many Sony cameras is IBIS(steady shot). Depending your technique, health and subject matter, the 6500 would be a better choice. However, the Sony A mount cameras might be a better fit, especially the SLT A77ii or the SLT A68. The A77ii has no OVF, but an excellent electronic view finder (EVF), plus many, many customization options. As pointed out, in another post, not only are there many reasonably priced Sony A mount Lenses, there are the Minolta lenses of which almost all have great optical quality, especially when compared to the higher priced newer glass. Sigma, Tamron, Tokina and many other lens makers have a plethora of glass available. Purchasing used from Adorama, B and H, KEF, Cameta and from the Hedgehog Members Buy and Sell is a saving experience. The first four offer warranties and return policies that are quite liberal. Do some research; you will be able to assemble an excellent KIT and save money. One note: the Sony A6000 series appear to be small, relatively light and cute, true. But when lenses, adapters and grips are added, the differences in size and weight between the 6000 series cameras and most DSLRs becomes meaningless. Have fun, keep researching.

ole sarg Loc: south florida

Get a cheap adapter and Lenses are cheap! You lose auto focus but who needs that!

Opusx300

I guess I will be the naysayer here. I had the a6300 and the colors were visibly off. Tried everything in terms of white balance, etc and still was off. I returned it. That said, maybe I just had a bad one as most everyone raves about it. I did end up jumping in on the a7iii and could not be happier. Absolutely love the camera. No issues at all.

Nitroclimber Loc: Nebraska

I 3rd that Mike and Mark. I love my Sony RX10 iii. But I also kept my Canon 5D MIII. If you want to see some pictures that were shot with the Sony RX10 iii checkout my most recent posts!

olemikey Loc: 6 mile creek, Spacecoast Florida

Sony E-mount series keeps getting better and better, and you can adapt a ton of older glass, I think you would enjoy the series, very capable.

With that said;

Don't pick on the poor old Sony A-mount gear!! LOL - I'd hate to have to tell my collection that they are all no-good anymore (4 cameras and a trunk full of A-mount glass). It is an inexpensive and fun way to put together a very capable kit, with modern capabilities and ergonomics. The A-mount gear can do anything all the other stuff does at a fraction of the price. No, they are not little light weight cameras, but neither are they heavy dino's … the lenses are usually the heavy part, as they are more inclined to be old school metal bodied, but, you can buy plenty of plastic fantastic lenses too.

Yes - there are fewer to no new lenses coming out at this time.... and rumors of release (near term) of another up-to-date A-mount body (could change that dynamic). I currently have 4 working A-mount Sony bodies, all the way from 10mp to 20mp, and so many lens options I can cover just about any situation. All bought used and less money invested than you would spend on one new E-mount body and E-mount lens. I'll keep using them all till I either tire of them, sell them to buy newer, or me/they eventually fail!

markwilliam1

I totally agree using the A mount Sony camera. I have the a77ii. I’ve purchased several Excellent Minolta A mount lenses off eBay including one of the best macro lenses ever made the Minolta 100mm macro lens as an example for incredibly cheap prices!

Rab-Eye Loc: Indiana

Ditto.

Marlz

I'm not an expert, but I consulted with a few photographers who are, and they recommended the Sony a6000 for my hobbyist shooting needs. I have one lens ... the 18 - 200mm (I do not like changing lenses), and I have the Sony macro filter, a polarizer lens, and a UV filter. I LOVE the package. I shoot in RAW and use Lightroom and get great pictures (ppl like my work on Facebook lol). It took a bit of time and thinking work to learn the menu, but there are many tutorials, and the learning, for me, was fun. It is rewarding to see a smallish camera (altho it looks a bit big with the lens I use) do great work. You will love your Sony purchase.