Question 1

How portable is this camera? compared to the Sony RX-100M II for instance?

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The NEX-6 with the 16-50 motorized, collapsing lens is small enough to fit into a generous coat pocket, albeit a bit awkwardly. It worked ok for me on vacation, but coat pockets aren't padded, so there was always the chance of knocking the camera into hard surfaces through the coat pocket. The RX-100s are around half the thickness, not only thinner, but also a tad smaller in height and width. The RX-100m II can easily fit into an inside coat pocket. Or a small, fairly unobtrusive belt pouch, a much smaller one than the NEX-6 requires.NEX 6 **without a lens**: 120 x 67 x 43 mm (4.72 x 2.64 x 1.69″)with the 16-50 lens it is 2.75" thick, add a clear UV filter, lens cap and the Electronic viewfinder hood and it is about 3.375" thick.RX-100M: 102 x 58 x 38 mm (4.00 x 2.29 x 1.51″) - way thinner and lighter.The RX-100s are great. I chose the NEX because I decided to go with a more general purpose camera with an articulated screen and built-in electronic viewfinder. Now that the RX100m II is available with WiFi, I would have chosen it for its compact size and excellent feature set. WiFi enables you to use your smart phone as an external remote with live preview.

Question 2

How does it compare to the NEX 5R in terms of value?  It seems like the addition of viewfinder, and slight lens upgrade would make it worthwhile.

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When it comes to actually making great photos, there simply is no comparison. Don't get me wrong- the 5R is a great camera. But without a viewfinder and the ability to optimally brace your elbows against your body as you watch your subject through the viewfinder and s-q-u-e-e-z-e the shutter, it is difficult to get good shots.The NEX-6 with the 16-50mm zoom is the closest you will get to the quality of image you would get from a DSLR - but in a package you can stuff into a jacket pocket. There are many people who buy the 5R, and then realize it's difficult seeing the LCD screen in bright daylight. They then have to invest in the optional EVF, which drives the whole package higher than if they just bought the NEX-6 to begin with.

Question 3

What exactly comes in the box?  It's not clear to me, other than the camera body and lens!  Thanks!

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Camera Body, Lens, Lens Cap, Battery, Power cord/USB cord, neck strap, software CD, and instruction manual.

Question 4

Compared to the 5R, the 6 has an EVF and built-in flash - is this worth the extra cost?

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It really depends if you like using a viewfinder or if you don't care about it. I like using a viewfinder and I will be buying the NEX6 over the NEX5. Built in flash might help sometimes so that's a plus too. I think NEX5 doesn't have a hotshoe either, so thinking about the future, the NEX6 is worth the extra

ASIN	B0096W1OCG
Age Range Description	Adult
Aperture modes	F3.5
Are Batteries Included	Yes
Aspect Ratio	3:2
Auto Focus Technology	Continuous, Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Phase Detection, Selective single-point, Single
Autofocus	Yes
Autofocus Points	99
Best Sellers Rank	#178,556 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #500 in Mirrorless Cameras
Bit Depth	14 Bit
Brand	Sony
Built-In Media	Battery, HDMI Cable, USB Cable
Camera Flash	Built-In
Camera Lens	Telephoto and Wide Angle
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Sony E (NEX), Sony FE
Compatible Flash Memory Type	SD
Compatible Mountings	Sony E (NEX), Sony FE
Connectivity Technology	HDMI, USB
Continuous Shooting	10 FPS
Customer Reviews	4.1 out of 5 stars 46 Reviews
Digital-Still	Yes
Display Fixture Type	Tilting
Display Maximum Resolution	921,000 dots
Display Resolution Maximum	921000
Display Type	LED-backlit
Dots Per Screen	921000
Effective Still Resolution	16.1 MP
Expanded ISO Minimum	100
Exposure Control	Aperture Priority, Automatic, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
File Format	JPEG (Exif 2.21), RAW (SRW), MPO
Flash Memory Bus Interface Type	UHS-I
Flash Memory Type	SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Flash Memory Video Speed Class	UHS Speed Class 1 or higher
Flash Modes	Automatic, Fill Flash, Red Eye Reduction
Flash Sync Speed	1/160 sec
Focal Length Description	18.0 millimeters
Focus Features	Contrast Detection
Focus Mode	Automatic AF (AF-A)
Focus Type	Manual Focus
Form Factor	Mirrorless
Generation	6th generation
Global Trade Identification Number	00027242856776
HDMI Type	Type C Mini HDMI
Hardware Interface	AV Port
Has Color Screen	Yes
Image Capture Type	Video
Image Stabilization	No
Image stabilization	No
Item Weight	7.2 ounces
JPEG Quality Level	Basic, Fine, Normal
Lens Construction	15
Lens Type	Telephoto, Wide Angle
Manufacturer	Sony
Manufacturer Part Number	NEX6/B
Maximum Aperture	3.5 Millimeters
Maximum Focal Length	18 Millimeters
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 Seconds
Memory Slots Available	1
Metering Methods	Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds
Model Name	Sony NEX6/B
Model Number	NEX6/B
Model Series	NEX
Movie Mode	No
Night vision	No
Number of Diaphragm Blades	7
Optical Zoom	3 x
Photo Sensor Resolution	16 MP
Photo Sensor Size	APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Photo Sensor Technology	CMOS
Real Angle Of View	28.8 Degrees
Remote Included	No
Screen Size	3 Inches
Self Timer	10, 2, 5
Sensor Type	CMOS
Shooting Modes	Aperture Priority, Automatic, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Skill Level	Professional
Special Feature	Live View
Specific Uses For Product	Photography
Supported File Format	JPEG (Exif 2.21), RAW (SRW), MPO
Supported Image Format	JPEG, RAW, MPO
Total Still Resolution	16 MP
Total USB 2.0 Ports	1
Total USB Ports	1
Total Video Out Ports	1
UPC	027242856776
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Video Output	HDMI
Video Resolution	FHD 1080p
Viewfinder	Electronic
Viewfinder Magnification	1.09x
White Balance Settings	Auto, Flash torch
Wireless Technology	yes
Write Speed	10 fps
Zoom	Optical Zoom

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