We know what it’s like to dive right into taking pictures with your new camera. But reading dense technical manuals can be time-consuming and frustrating. Get the most out of your new Sony A6500 with this complete step-by-step walkthrough of the camera’s features.

Join expert photographer John Greengo for a fast-track introduction, and unlock your camera’s full potential. In this fast start class, you’ll learn:

How to set and work with the advanced video capabilities
How to maximize the autofocus system
How to set and customize the menu

John is a CreativeLive veteran instructor and an experienced photographer. He has extensive experience teaching the technical minutiae that makes any camera an effective tool: aperture, ISO, the Rule of Thirds, and the kinds of lenses you’ll need to suit your camera body. This fast start includes a complete breakdown of your camera’s exposure, focus, metering, video and more. John will also explain how to customize the Sony A6500 settings to work for your style of photography.

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SonyA6500 Recommended Settings

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John Greengo is an award-winning photographer specializing in outdoor and travel photography. Shooting for over 3 decades, John has developed an unrivaled understanding of the industry, tools, techniques and art of photography. When he's not traveling for a new shoot,

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Nichola Johnson

GREAT CLASS. I HAVE JUST ENTERED THE 'MANUAL' CAMERA MODE AND ACQUIRED THE SONY A6500...THIS CLASS TOTALLY HELPED WITH THE CAMERA BASICS. I WILL DEFINITELY TAKE MORE. JOHN GREENGO IS FABULOUS. CLEAR AND EASY TO FOLLOW.

a Creativelive Student

I've owned the A6000 since it came out and still learned a TON from John's A6500 class. I will definitely be getting his original A6000 class. I'm SO glad he's doing Sony cameras now. Thanks John G. - You are a truly great teacher!

Lee Kneisz

I bought the a6000 course a while back and when I upgraded to the a6500 this was a no-brainer. I love how comprehensive the coverage is and it was a great refresher on previous features. If you're a newbie to the Sony a6500 this is a must!

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Sony A6500 Fast Start

Sony A6500 Fast Start

Lessons

Class Introduction

Photo Basics

Camera Controls - Top Deck: Mode Dial Part 1

Camera Controls- Top Deck: Mode Dial Part 2

Top Deck: Custom Settings and Focus Mode

Backside: Electronic Viewfinder

Backside: AF/MF

Backside: Function Button: Top Row

Backside: Function Button: Bottom Row

Backside: Control Wheel

Left, Right, Bottom & Front Sides

Sony Lenses

Menu Overview

Camera Settings 1: Pages 1-3

Camera Settings 1: Pages 4-6

Camera Settings 1: Pages 7-9

Camera Settings 1: Pages 10-14

Camera Settings 2: Pages 1-4

Camera Settings 2: Pages 5-9

Wireless Settings

Application Menu

Playback Menu

Setup Menu

Camera Operation

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Class Materials

John Greengo

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Nichola Johnson

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Lee Kneisz

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