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 a6400 vs Nikon Z50II
Short AnswerSony a6400 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
ResolutionSony a6400
Autofocus PointsSony a6400
Battery LifeSony a6400
WeightSony a6400
Launch PriceSony a6400
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A24.2
B20.9
Battery (Shots)
A410
B220
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A403
B550
AF Points
A425
B209
Form Factor
120 × 66.9 × 59.7 mm
127 × 96.8 × 66.5 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Sony a6400 If…
- Higher resolution (24.2 MP vs 20.9 MP)
- Higher autofocus points (425 vs 209 )
- Higher battery life (410 shots vs 220 shots)
- Lighter body (403 g vs 550 g)
- Costs less at launch ($900 vs $909.95)
Choose Nikon Z50II If…
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Sony a6400 | Nikon Z50II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Megapixels | 24.2 MP | 20.9 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 32000 | 51200 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 425 | 209 |
| Low-Light AF | -2 EV | -9 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 11 fps | 11 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/4000 | 1/4000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 2.36M | 2.36M |
| LCD Size | 3" | 3.2" |
| LCD Type | Tilting | Vari-angle |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 4K 30p | 4K 60p |
| Internal Color | 8-bit 4:2:0 | 10-bit H.265 |
| Log Profile | S-Log3 | N-Log |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 403 g | 550 g |
| Card Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 410 Shots | 220 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | — |
| Launch Price | 900 | 909.95 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.