Sony a5100 unboxing and video tests

After a three-hour delay, he receives the Sony a5100, battery, charger, and cable, then resumes filming in freezing conditions. He prefers the a5100: Samsung footage wobbled, lacked background blur, and became grainy in low light; autofocus is faster. Amazon warned repeated expensive returns could lead to a ban; he disputed it, was reassured, and plans to avoid returns.

Recurring gear dissatisfaction drives returns and renewed optimism about upgrades.