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Sony Alpha a6400 Mirrorless Camera: Compact APS-C Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with Real-Time Eye Auto Focus, 4K Video & Flip Up Touchscreen - E Mount Compatible Cameras - ILCE-6400/B Body
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Brand | Sony |
Model Name | ILCE6400/B |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 25 MP |
Photo Sensor Size | Full Frame (35mm) |
Image Stabilization | No |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
Metering Description | Average, Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Spot |
Exposure Control Type | Automatic |
Form Factor | Mirrorless |
About this item
- Next Gen speed: experience the world’s fastest 0. 02 sec AF with real-time AF and object tracking
- Enhanced subject capture: wide 425 Phase/ 425 contrast detection points over 84% of the sensor
- Fast and accurate: up to 11Fps continuous shooting at 24. 2MP raw with crisp, clear natural colors
- Multiple movie functions: make time lapse movies or slow/quick motion videos without post processing
- Tiltable LCD screen: customizable for vlogging, still photography or recording a professional film
- In the box: rechargeable battery (NP-FW50) AC adaptor (ac-uud12), shoulder strap, body cap, accessory shoe cap, eyepiece cup, micro USB cable.Metering Range: -2 to 20 EV
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Picture quality | 4.6 | 4.8 | 5.0 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Auto focus | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.5 |
Image stabilization | 3.9 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 3.9 | 4.4 |
Battery life | 3.9 | — | — | 3.7 | 3.9 | 4.2 |
Face recognition | 5.0 | — | — | 4.8 | 5.0 | — |
Sold By | Adorama | Amazon.com | Global Camera USA | Web Offers | Amazon.com | Focus Camera LLC |
display type | LCD | LCD | OLED | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3.2 inches | 3 inches | 1 inches | 3 inches |
lens type | — | Wide Angle | Telephoto | — | Zoom | Wide Angle |
zoom type | Digital Zoom | — | — | Digital Zoom | Digital Zoom | Digital Zoom |
shooting modes | Single Shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracket: Single, Bracket: Cont., White Balance bracket, DRO bracket | Auto, Programmed, Aperture, Shutter speed, Manual, Movie | — | Single shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracketing (Cont., Single, White Balance, DRO) | Single Shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracket: Single, Bracket: Cont., White Balance bracket, DRO bracket | AUTO (iAuto), Programmed AE (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter-speed priority (S), Manual (M), Movie modes |
connectivity tech | Wireless | HDMI, USB | x | HDMI, USB | Wireless | NFC, HDMI, Bluetooth |
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α6400 Mirrorless APS-C Interchangeable-Lens Camera
Capture the best of life.
Advanced APS-C camera with 24.2 MP Exmor CMOS sensor, the World’s fastest autofocus (AF) speed1 at 0.02 sec., advanced Real-time Eye-AF and Real-time object Tracking AF with Wide 425-phase/425-contrast detection AF points over 84% of sensor, up to 11fps continuous shooting3 with continuous autofocus and auto-exposure, 4K HDR video2, 180-degree tiltable touchscreen LCD and Wi-Fi for easy file transfer and remote control. Available in body-only and body + lens options.
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24.2MP and incredible image qualityThe a6400’s APS-C image sensor with approximately 24.2 effective megapixels uses copper wiring and a highly effective circuit process, resulting in efficient light collection that achieves a wide sensitivity range (Expandable ISO 100 – 102400) and excellent low noise performance even at high ISO. The design significantly increases readout speed, enabling functionality including 11fps continuous shooting3, 4K recording2 with full pixel readout without pixel binning and Full HD 120fps high-speed shooting. A front-end LSI supports the image processing of the new-generation BIONZ X image processing engine. Advances in image processing algorithms have further improved the superb image clarity, texture reproduction and image quality. |
World’s fastest autofocus1 with 4D FOCUSThe α6400’s unrivaled 4D FOCUS system boasts the world’s fastest autofocus (AF) acquisition time1 that can lock focus on even the fastest moving subject in as little as 0.02 seconds1. It also boasts an incredible 425 phase detection and 425 contrast detection AF points that are densely positioned over 84% of the image area, effectively tracking subjects as they move across the frame. Moreover, the α6400 takes full advantage of its enhanced fast hybrid AF for movies in both HD and 4K2. With the optimized new-generation subject motion prediction algorithm from the α9. Both AF detection accuracy and tracking performance have been boosted. |
Advanced Real-time Eye-AFAdvanced “Real-time Eye AF” employs artificial intelligence to detect and process eye data in real time, resulting in improved accuracy, speed and tracking performance of Eye AF. With a half press of the shutter button, the camera can automatically detect the eyes of the subject and activate Eye AF in all autofocus modes and when in either AF-C or AF-A mode, eye capture is continuously maintained. Additionally, the preferred eye (left or right) of your subject can be selected as the focus point. Choices include Auto/Right Eye/Left Eye, and a Switch Right/Left Eye function is assignable to a custom function as well. |
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Real-time Tracking AF“Real-time Tracking” utilizes a special object recognition algorithm that processes color, subject distance (depth), brightness (pattern) as spatial information, plus AI information including face and eye location, ensuring that all subjects can be captured with extreme accuracy and precision. This can be activated by a simple half press of the shutter button, or can be assigned to a custom function as well. |
Up to 11fps3 at 24.2MP with AE/AF trackingThe α6400 has been designed to allow for high resolution, continuous shooting at high frame rates. It features a front-end LSI that works with the image sensor, BIONZ X image processing engine and a newly designed shutter mechanism with ‘braking feature’ to enable continuous shooting at impressive speeds up to 11fps3 with continuous autofocus and auto-exposure tracking at full 24.2MP resolution while utilizing the mechanical shutter, and up to 8 fps3 with full AF/AE tracking while silent shooting. The α6400 can also shoot continuously for up to 116 JPEG and 46 compressed RAW frames4, thanks to a large buffer. These shots can be viewed immediately after shooting, even when in high-speed continuous shooting mode. |
4K movie2 w/ 2.4x oversampling4, full pixel readout, no pixel binningThe α6400 offers internal 4K (QFHD: 3840 x 2160) recording2 in Super 35mm format with full pixel readout and no pixel binning at 2.4x oversampling4 (6K equivalent) for the ultimate 4K footage with exceptional detail and depth. Additional professional video features include; HDR (HLG), S-Gamut3/S-Log3and 3, plus Gamma Display Assist, the ability to record Full HD at 120 fps for up to 5x slow motion HD video7, both a mic jack and XLR compatibility via the MI shoe, enhanced Zebra functionality, focus peaking, picture profile settings, as well as Time Code / User Bit, clean HDMI output and much more. |
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Fast Hybrid AF allows smooth focusing for moviesEffective use of the focal plane phase-detection system makes focusing during movie shooting fast and stable. The upgraded Fast Hybrid AF technology keeps your subject in constant smooth focus no matter the scene. This advanced AF plus touch focus functionality on the 180-degree titlable LCD make it an ideal camera choice for many vloggers and video creators that are regularly creating and uploading content online. Touching the subject that you wish to focus on the screen initiates accurate and smooth continuous focus tracking, while analyzing color, brightness pattern, distance (depth) and face information. AF drive speed and AF Tracking Sensitivity are also adjustable to support creative movie making. |
180-degree fully tiltable LCD touch screen for self-recordingThe fully tiltable (180-degree), 3” (3.0-type) LCD flip screen with 921k-dots of high-resolution allows for simple and effective selfie-style shooting for both still image and video capture. Utilizing this capability, vloggers will be able to check and monitor composition throughout their entire creative process. The LCD screen is also equipped with touch functionality, with options for Touch Pad, Touch Focus, Touch Shutter and new Touch Tracking which quickly activates “Real-time Tracking” through the touch screen. |
A wide variety of touch screen operationsThe LCD offers a wide variety of touch operations enabling intuitive shooting and fast focus operation. The Touch Focus function allows the desired focus point to be specified instantaneously by touching the subject on the monitor. Touch Shutter function instantaneously focuses on the subject touched on the monitor and releases the shutter, so that the desired subject can be captured with one touch. The touchpad function allows smooth focus position adjustment while using the viewfinder. Sliding a finger across the monitor moves the focus area position and can be moved smoothly while looking through the viewfinder. Touch Tracking function, works by touching the subject that you wish to focus on the screen and then half-pressing the shutter button activates Real-time Tracking. When shooting movies, touching the subject initiates tracking that maintains focus on the subject. |
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Footnotes1 Among interchangeable-lens digital cameras equipped with an APS-C image sensor as of January 2019, based on Sony research, measured using CIPA-compliant guidelines, and internal measurement method with an E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens mounted, Pre-AF off and viewfinder in use. 2 SDHC/SDXC memory card of Class 10 or higher is required for movie recording in XAVC S format. UHS-I (U3) SDHC/SDXC card is required for 100Mbps recording. Movie recording is possible for approximately 29 minutes. |
Footnotes3 High-speed continuous shooting is available at up to approx. 11fps in “Hi+” continuous shooting mode and up to approx. 8fps in “Hi” continuous shooting mode. Maximum fps will depend on camera settings. 4 With "Hi" continuous shooting mode. Sony internal measurement. |
Footnotes & Legal5 The latest version of Imaging Edge “Viewer” and PlayMemories Home desktop applications are required 6 Connect this product to an HDR (HLG) compatible Sony TV via a USB cable when displaying HDR (HLG) movies. 7 S-Log2 and S-Log3 functions assume video processing after shooting. 2019 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Exmor, BIONZ X, Tru-finder and the Sony logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications subject to change without notice. |
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E mount Lens | E PZ 18–105 mm F4 G OSS | E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS | E PZ 18–110 mm F4 G OSS | E 10–18 mm F4 OSS | FE 70-200 mm F4 G OSS | FE 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G OSS |
Body compatibility | E-mount series | E-mount series | E-mount series | E-mount series | E-mount series | E-mount series |
Minimum focus distance | 1.48 (Wide)-3.12 ft (Tele) | 1.48 ft (0.45 m) | 3.12 ft | 0.82 ft (0.25 m) | 3.15 ft | 2.96 ft (0.9 m) |
Maximum magnification ratio(x) | 0.11 x | 0 29 x | 0.122 x | 0.1 x | 0.25 x | 0.31 x |
Filter diameter (mm) | 72 mm | 55 mm | 95 mm | 62 mm | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Weight | 15.1 oz (427 g) | 11.5 oz (325 g) | 39 oz (1,105 g) | 8 oz (225 g) | 52.21 oz | 30.2 oz (854 g) |
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Accessory Type | Battery | Battery charger | Microphone | Microphone | Remote Commander | Flash |
Product name | W-series Rechargeable Battery Pack | Travel charger for W-series battery | XLR Adapter Kit | Shotgun Microphone | Wireless Remote Commander | External Flash with Wireless Radio Control |
Compatibility with α6400 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Dimensions | - | - | - | 4" (99.3 mm) long | - | Approx. 2 3/4" x 4 1/2" x 3 1/2" |
Weight | - | - | 6.6 oz (187 g) | 2.8 oz (77.3 g) | - | 11.2 oz (317 g) |
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Auto Focus Technology | Phase Detection, Contrast Detection |
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Aspect Ratio | 16:9, 3:2 |
Display Resolution Maximum | 921,600 dots |
Photo Sensor Size | Full Frame (35mm) |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 24.2 MP |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 25 MP |
Frame Rate | Up to 120 fps |
White balance settings | Auto, Incandescent, Daylight, Color Temperature, Underwater, Fluorescent, Custom, Cloudy, Flash torch, Shade |
Self Timer Duration | 2 seconds, 10 seconds, 5 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Fine |
Camera Flash | Hotshoe |
Image Stabilization | No |
Flash Modes Description | Auto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Wireless |
Flash Sync Speed | 1/160 Second |
Supported Image Format | AVCHD, H.264, JPEG, MPEG-4, RAW |
Video Capture Format | AVCHD, XAVC |
Video Capture Resolution | 2160p, 1080p |
Video Input Format | NTSC/PAL |
Video Standard | AVCHD |
Color Depth | 14 Bits |
Video Output Interface | Micro HDMI Type D, Micro-USB Type B |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | Yes |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | Lithium Ion |
Battery Weight | 1.5 Ounces |
Battery Capacity | 1030 Milliamp Hours |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Compatible Devices | Exif Print, Print Image Matching III, DPOF setting |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 11 fps |
Wireless Communication Technology | Wi-Fi |
Flash Memory Type | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I) |
Memory Slots Available | 1 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 64 GB |
Special Feature | BIONZ X Image Processor; 425 Phase- and Contrast-Detect AF Points; Built-In Flash; Real-Time Eye AF and Real-Time Tracking |
Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Professional |
Digital Recording Time | Up to 1995 Minutes |
Shock Resistant | FALSE |
Form Factor | Mirrorless |
Hardware Interface | AV Port |
Audio Recording | Yes |
Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
Audio Output Type | Headphones |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
GPS | No GPS |
Optical Zoom | 2 x |
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Digital Zoom | 4 x |
Maximum Aperture | 6.3 f |
Minimum Aperture | 22 f |
Zoom Type | Digital Zoom |
Photo Filter Effect Type | UV |
Autofocus Points | 850 |
Compatible Mountings | Sony Mirrorless, Sony E (NEX) |
Focus Type | Auto Focus |
Minimum Focal Length | 1 Meters |
Photo Filter Thread Size | 49 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 102400 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | Automatic |
Metering Description | Average, Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Spot |
Shooting Modes | Single Shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracket: Single, Bracket: Cont., White Balance bracket, DRO bracket |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.07x |
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Viewfinder Type | LCD |
Screen Size | 3 Inches |
Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | Tilting |
Warranty Type | Limited 2-Year Warranty |
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Mfg Warranty Description Labor | 1 Year |
Manufacturer Warranty Description Parts | 1 Year |
Model Name | ILCE6400/B |
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Brand | Sony |
Model Number | ILCE6400/B |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #18,840 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #19 in Mirrorless Cameras |
ASIN | B07MTWVN3M |
Number of Items | 1 |
Color | Black |
Guide Number | 19.69' / 6 m at ISO 100 |
Included Components | Camera Body Only |
Maximum Storage Temperature | 85 Degrees Celsius |
Specification Met | RoHS, WEEE, as per Manufacturer |
Upper Temperature Rating | 85 Degrees Celsius |
Processor Description | BIONZ X Image Processor |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.1 x 5.6 x 4.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 16 ounces |
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a6400 Mirrorless Interchangeable-Lens Camera (Body Only). Operating Temperature - 32 - 104 degrees F / 0 - 40 degrees C.
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Customers like the quality, video quality, and autofocus of the digital camera. For example, they say it's a very capable camera that can do great in both stills and videos, and that the picture quality is outstanding. They appreciate the 4K 8-bit image quality, saying it captures beautiful video. Customers are also impresseded with the value, saying the camera is excellent for the price. They say the size and weight is life changing for travel.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the camera. They mention that it is a very capable camera that can do great in both stills and videos, and does the job in good quality. They also appreciate the great and fast autofocus. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...The camera came in very good condition and well protected. It also came with the firmware updated version 2.0 A great product and great price...." Read more
"...This is a great entry level camera if you want to pursue photography as a hobby or if you have a more expensive camera that you don’t want to carry..." Read more
"I love this camera I got it for streaming and it does the job in good quality highly recommend" Read more
"...Bottomline: Even after three years of use - I truly enjoy this really capable system for everyday photography brim-filled with features...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the video quality of the digital camera. They mention that it shoots beautiful video, and the 4K 8-bit image is excellent. The 4K video is great for YouTube content, and it's a great starter before you go full.
"...As with many of the newer digital cameras the 6400 shoots beautiful video and I am especially happy with it having a stereo mini input that would..." Read more
"Love the picture quality. Nice lightweight travel camera." Read more
"...I’m very satisfied with the quality of pictures that come out of it...." Read more
"...Even more than four years after its release, the photos produced are top-notch and blow every cell-phone picture (even with its AI-augmentations)..." Read more
Customers like the focus switch of the digital camera. They say it has great autofocus, animal eye autofocus is helpful, and the autofocus tracking rocks.
"I like this camera because of its eye autofocus." Read more
"...Auto eye tracking is pretty good. 5. Menu and button layout isn’t as bad as some have claimed (my other cameras are Canon and it is different) 6...." Read more
"...Pros:+ Image and video quality are still fantastic+ Eye-Autofocus is nothing short of a gamechanger for dynamic (read: kids, pets)..." Read more
"...biggest new features are a touchscreen, effortless Eye AF, and Real-Time Tracking...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the camera. They say it has excellent quality, lots of features, and a good price-performance ratio. Customers also say it's a nice entry-level camera and the upgraded Sony Eye-AF is incredible.
"...also came with the firmware updated version 2.0 A great product and great price...." Read more
"...lucky they are to have tools like this at their disposal at such a low cost. Not only is the video stellar, the stills are too...." Read more
"...Is it worth the $1000, am I motivated to carry it around, is it giving me photos I would not likely get on my cellphones?..." Read more
"Good price good quality" Read more
Customers find the size of the digital camera very compact and great for travel. They say the size and weight of the camera is life changing for travel, and it is relatively well portable. Customers also mention that the camera has a sturdy build quality and excellent image quality. Overall, customers are satisfied with the size, weight, and features of the product.
"I like that this line of mirrorless cameras is lightweight and is relatively compact compared to a digital DLR...." Read more
"...Pros: 1. Light weight and small, easy to travel and walk around with. 2 has a viewfinder ( I found many this size did not). 3...." Read more
"...The camera is relatively well portable despite its APS-C sized sensor and an interchangable lens system...." Read more
"I am new to camera's world and this camera is small and convenient to carry around. It produces amazing and beautiful pictures...." Read more
Customers find the digital camera very user friendly, easy to learn, and streamlined for gimbal users. They appreciate the programed mode and easy-to-use manual exposure. Customers are also impresseded with the features and simplicity of the menu system. They mention that the camera has effortless Eye AF and Real-Time Tracking.
"...The game-changing Eye-AF aside, I loved the image quality, ease of use and the relatively inexpensive non-Sony lineup of e-mount lenses...." Read more
"I have use it for a week, but camera in not hard to use, it doesnt include a manual so we need to look online...." Read more
"...Sonys emount system is great and the amount of tutorials online leave all features accessible to anyone looking to learn." Read more
"...older Sony camera, the biggest new features are a touchscreen, effortless Eye AF, and Real-Time Tracking...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the digital camera. They mention it's light weight, easy to travel with, and takes sharp pictures.
"I like that this line of mirrorless cameras is lightweight and is relatively compact compared to a digital DLR...." Read more
"Love the picture quality. Nice lightweight travel camera." Read more
"...Pros: 1. Light weight and small, easy to travel and walk around with. 2 has a viewfinder ( I found many this size did not). 3...." Read more
"...to get into the hobby of photography or looking for a nice, lightweight camera to add to their collection." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the digital camera. Some mention it's fast, easy to use, and has great autofocus. However, others say that it likes to crash and is very slow. The screen is weird and takes a while to get used to, and the item was late. The time lapse software is barely usable and the menus are super annoying.
"...It produces amazing and beautiful pictures. The AF works fast and easy to adjust...." Read more
"...3. The flip up (not out) screen is weird and takes a while to ge used to...." Read more
"...Sony's Unmatched Realtime Eye-AFThe Stupid fast AF for both Photo and VideoWeight and Usability and Customizability!..." Read more
"...transfer photos, try to avoid Sony's app - it likes to crash and is very slow on all three of my systems...." Read more
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Cons: 1. Battery life isn’t great (luckily batteries are small and lightweight). 2. Price…the A6400 is at least 3 models removed from the newest A series, but still in the $900’s. There are numerous other brands in the same category that are in the $550-$750 range. 3. The flip up (not out) screen is weird and takes a while to ge used to. I don’t use it much as I use the viewfinder mostly, but can see where some folks would have. A problem with it as when it is up it is directly behind the hot shoe. 4. Not great at high ISOs. From what I have seen so far, ISO 1200 is acceptable but above that it gets pretty grainy.
Overall. Great little camera for the size. It was the best choice for me as it had the majority of the capabilities I was looking for in a Small travel interchangeable lens travel camera.
I’m very satisfied with the quality of pictures that come out of it. As someone whose first camera was a full-frame, it took me awhile to get adjusted to the crop sensor images. But if you understand how to use 1.5 crop factor, it’s easy to achieve an equivalent full frame look with a lens that is 1.5 times wider.
Having said this, sometimes, at a glance, I can’t tell which pictures I snapped with the A7iii or the A6400.
This is a great entry level camera if you want to pursue photography as a hobby or if you have a more expensive camera that you don’t want to carry around to minimize your risks and liabilities for lower budget projects.
Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2023
In short, for those who do not like to read my whole review: This camera is a technical marvel with lots of features. Even more than four years after its release, the photos produced are top-notch and blow every cell-phone picture (even with its AI-augmentations) away. The camera is relatively well portable despite its APS-C sized sensor and an interchangable lens system. A fantastic camera for family, kids and pets due to its remarkable eye-autofocus system. Only notable downsides for me are the (still high) price, the lack of in-body stabilization, the limited (Sony) lens lineup, and some weird button placement for recording movies.
Long version:
I would consider myself an amateur photographer. While I love photography, I do not have the time, the equipment, nor the money to pursue it beyond using it on weekends for family trips or some events. Thus when I considered getting this camera, I really had to think carefully: Is this camera really necessary in times of tremendous progress and miniturization in cellphone cameras? Is it worth the $1000, am I motivated to carry it around, is it giving me photos I would not likely get on my cellphones? All of that I will go into in this review.
After three years of consistent usage, over 20000 photos taken, I am still happy to have invested in this system. Sony solidified its position in the camera market with the NEX APS-C interchangable lens system and made traditional reflex-mirror systems for consumers basically obsolete. The a6400 is a natural evolution with tremendous improvements from its predecessors. Marketed to vloggers initially, I find the most impressive feature the Eye-AF (eye autofocus).
My main motivation to jump on this camera was that particular focusing feature. I wanted to capture my kid jumping and running around and capture and freeze this joy in place in a photo. Previous cameras and cell-phones produced blurry or out of focus photos due to the rapid movements, often sub-par lightning and the bad sensor. The eye-AF improved this to a point where the vast (95+%) majority of photos taken are tack-sharp on the subject, regardless of movement and lighting. Absolutely fantastic.
The photos themselves are coming from an APS-C sized chip with all its pros and cons. If you are not looking for professional camera (you would not read this review anyway), this camera has likely all the bells and whistles you need. Great for videos, easy usage, great automatic settings, swivel display for selfies, good* lineup of lenses. Sure, many other "smaller" companies have produced innovative cameras (Fuji comes to mind lately) - this camera is still a top-place contender even almost half a decade later.
The camera itself is a bit heavier than the 2010s NEX-generation cameras, but are still highly portable. Even in my small purse-like shoulderbag, I can easily pack the camera, and two lenses in it. My usual setup is just the camera with a fixed-aperture zoom ( Sigma 18-50 F2.8 ) with a shoulder strap from Peak Design ( Peak Design Slide Camera Strap ) - its a noticable weight but not too heavy where it would be impeding even longer mountain hikes or walks.
Speaking of lenses, this is a contentious issue: Sony was not well-known for the lens lineup - they still are not, to be fair. Especially for APS-C systems, their lineup seems limiting. Fortunately, there are many other companies that produce e-mount compatible lenses. Personally, I can vouch for the Sigma prime lenses - I have extensively used the 30mm Sigma 30mm F1.4 , or alternatively a good constant aperture zoom lens, such as the Sigma 18-50 F2.8 for more flexibility.
Predominantly shooting family, portraits and landscapes, this was a great purchase. The game-changing Eye-AF aside, I loved the image quality, ease of use and the relatively inexpensive non-Sony lineup of e-mount lenses. If you have time to properly edit the image after in Photoshop or Lightroom, the results can easily match professional-level cameras. A quick note here: If you transfer photos, try to avoid Sony's app - it likes to crash and is very slow on all three of my systems. Instead invest in a good USB-C high-speed SD card reader and get your images.
There are - as usual - always some downsides. I personally would have loved to see in-body stabilization for stability with non-steadyshot (i.e. mostly non-Sony) lenses. Moreover, I am still puzzled by the lack of APS-C compatible lenses. Sure, you can buy now a lot of full-frame e-mount lenses, but the weight (and price) is not appropriate for this system. Finally, something very small, but bothersome is the strange placement of the recording button near the front edge of the camera - if you are not careful you will press it by accident a couple of times. Finally, for this price, you can now (2023) get very well-developed tech in cameras, or cell phones - the competition is not sleeping. I am happy that I was able to get into this system and still did not suffer any significant value depreciation.
Pros:
+ Image and video quality are still fantastic
+ Eye-Autofocus is nothing short of a gamechanger for dynamic (read: kids, pets) photography
+ Lots of nice features hidden behind a (not-so-great) user interface
+ Great and affordable selection of really suitable lenses from third-party companies
+ Swivel display that can turn 180 degrees to make selfies easy (especially useful for vloggers)
Cons:
- No in-body stabilization
- Limited Sony lenses for APS-C
- Very limited telephoto capabilities without switching to full-frame lenses
- Very odd placement of the movie recording button
Neutral:
+/- The price is basically unchanged on Amazon, which is fascinating for a tech product four years of age
+/- The menu is not very user-friendly
+/- The app to control and download photos via WiFi is very finnicky.
+/- You will be "stuck" in the Sony e-mount system camp, once you invest in some expensive lenses. This makes switching to Canon/Nikon/Fuji systems more expensive (i.e. rebuying similar lenses).
Bottomline: Even after three years of use - I truly enjoy this really capable system for everyday photography brim-filled with features. The eye-autofocus in particular changed my life (and my pictures!) for the better. You won't be disappointed by the image and quality once you go with suitable prime lenses or good zoom objectives. I subtracted a star due to the missing in-body stabilization, the (now) high price, and the sub-par app from Sony.
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I wanted a camera that's small and lightweight for taking pictures of my dog on the walk/hike. Yeah, this is my 'dog cam'. Without IBIS can be an issue for some but most of my lenses either have the build-it image stabilizer or prime lenses with f1.4/1.8 wide open aperture, so getting reasonable shutter speed is relatively easy. The high ISO performance of this camera is only mediocre.
Surprisingly, I think Sony's menu system is great. I use the customized menu most of the time but I also never had issues finding a setting from the menu system, at least it's not better/worse than Nikon and Canon, and it is a lot less confusing compared to Fuji's menu, which is the worst IMO.
Here are some tips for getting the most out of the A6400:
1. Turn off the Picture Profile when shooting still.
2. Only shoot with manual exposure, manual WB. AUTO WB is all over the place when shooting outdoors.
3. Can't trust EVF or the screen, learn to read the histogram.
4. Shooting with MF lenses should pair with external monitor.
5. Get good lenses and fast lenses to avoid boosting ISO beyond 1600.
* Spare batteries
For video:
1. Only shoot with manual exposure, manual focus and manual WB.
2. Use HLG if you are not good with colour grading, or SLOG-2 if you are. Adobe PP has the colour banding issue with SLOG-2 when pushing too far, Davinci Resolve 17 does it better.
3. Make sure to turn on Project Color Management in Davinci Resolve and use Wide Colour Gamma.
4. Get a good gimbal and forget about IBIS.
5. Rig it out to shoot handheld and forget about IBIS.
6. Use an external monitor.
7. Spare batteries/dummy battery with an external battery pack.
Get out and take some pictures and stop worrying about the features you don't have.
Enjoy your A6400!
Reviewed in Canada on May 13, 2021
I wanted a camera that's small and lightweight for taking pictures of my dog on the walk/hike. Yeah, this is my 'dog cam'. Without IBIS can be an issue for some but most of my lenses either have the build-it image stabilizer or prime lenses with f1.4/1.8 wide open aperture, so getting reasonable shutter speed is relatively easy. The high ISO performance of this camera is only mediocre.
Surprisingly, I think Sony's menu system is great. I use the customized menu most of the time but I also never had issues finding a setting from the menu system, at least it's not better/worse than Nikon and Canon, and it is a lot less confusing compared to Fuji's menu, which is the worst IMO.
Here are some tips for getting the most out of the A6400:
1. Turn off the Picture Profile when shooting still.
2. Only shoot with manual exposure, manual WB. AUTO WB is all over the place when shooting outdoors.
3. Can't trust EVF or the screen, learn to read the histogram.
4. Shooting with MF lenses should pair with external monitor.
5. Get good lenses and fast lenses to avoid boosting ISO beyond 1600.
* Spare batteries
For video:
1. Only shoot with manual exposure, manual focus and manual WB.
2. Use HLG if you are not good with colour grading, or SLOG-2 if you are. Adobe PP has the colour banding issue with SLOG-2 when pushing too far, Davinci Resolve 17 does it better.
3. Make sure to turn on Project Color Management in Davinci Resolve and use Wide Colour Gamma.
4. Get a good gimbal and forget about IBIS.
5. Rig it out to shoot handheld and forget about IBIS.
6. Use an external monitor.
7. Spare batteries/dummy battery with an external battery pack.
Get out and take some pictures and stop worrying about the features you don't have.
Enjoy your A6400!