How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Sony
Sony a6100 vs Sony a6400
Short AnswerSony a6100 wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionTie
Autofocus PointsTie
Battery LifeSony a6100
WeightSony a6100
Launch PriceSony a6100
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A24.2
B24.2
Battery (Shots)
A420
B410
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A396
B403
AF Points
A425
B425
Form Factor
120 × 66.9 × 59.4 mm
120 × 66.9 × 59.7 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Sony a6100 If…
- Higher battery life (420 shots vs 410 shots)
- Lighter body (396 g vs 403 g)
- Costs less at launch ($750 vs $900)
Choose Sony a6400 If…
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Sony a6100 | Sony a6400 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Megapixels | 24.2 MP | 24.2 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 32000 | 32000 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 425 | 425 |
| Low-Light AF | -1 EV | -2 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 11 fps | 11 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/4000 | 1/4000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 1.44M | 2.36M |
| LCD Size | 3" | 3" |
| LCD Type | Tilting | Tilting |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 4K 30p | 4K 30p |
| Internal Color | 8-bit 4:2:0 | 8-bit 4:2:0 |
| Log Profile | — | S-Log3 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 396 g | 403 g |
| Card Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 420 Shots | 410 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Launch Price | 750 | 900 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.