13 Reasons Why Sony A6400 is Better than A6500

In this video I outline the 13 reasons I think the Sony A6400 is BETTER than the Sony A6500.
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[@theizza68]

People love to complain. Period. I'm still blown away by my a6000 and I still enjoy using it every single time!

[@ryankkk98HD]

i love my a6000 as well!

[@skay822]

A6000 just got a firmware update, have u guys updated it yet?

[@theizza68]

@@skay822 no, how is it? I need to update the sigma 30mm f1.4 and the camera.

[@bazzie85]

@@skay822 really? Awesome!

[@TheFandangovideoguy]

@@skay822 I did...something to do with autofocus improvement! I like it because I loaded several apps like stopmotion, timelapse etc and they are cool to use for some projects...I will keep it for sure but if Sony releases a new camera that has everything the a6400 has but ADDS a headphone jack and IBIS then I will buy it for sure...for now I'm fine!

[@DiablyOo]

Man sony should pay you to be their ambassador for the a6*** series. Keep it up!

[@bcbhir]

They already do, he's a Sony influencer pal, can't you tell?

[@ja195]

Definitely already being paid

[@ArthurR]

Jason Harvey Nope, not getting paid by Sony or any other manufacturer. I’ve never taken sponsorships either.

[@ethank5681]

@@ArthurR How do you afford to make all these videos + buy all this gear??

[@kombizz]

I do agree that you are much better than any others on KZbin.

[@kyletaggart]

Awesome work dude! Need to get my hands on one of those as well. It seems like such an awesome step up for the a6k series. Just icing on the cake really!

[@zaddy6960]

I always look forward to your reviews. That straddle the line between casual and technical perfectly.

[@SChoco80]

Finally! this is the review I’ve been waiting for 👍👍

[@BillPhillips2000]

Great review! It really helped me in my decision to go forward with this camera.

[@mattshubat]

Great video. Thank you for the information and informed perspective; it was very useful for someone starting out and trying to make a camera starting decision.

[@mathewmclean9128]

Great video! I'm hoping the next camera in the lineup has the best of both the a6500 and a6400 features and specifications.

[@mytube2013]

A6600

[@alecfenn5040]

Gosh, love your videos, always best reviews compared to others

[@petvesta]

Exactly the information I was looking for and needed. Your videos are very good, maybe the best concerning the camera info I seek. Very clearly explained. Thank You very much!!!

[@ejpmusicandvideo]

I've watched many of your reviews and subscribed. This is one of your best. Thanks man!

[@donnaleano9845]

Yes I just got a6400 after so many research on Sony. I'm a beginner so I appreciate your explanation

[@wetcement_]

Great video man! Was contemplating the Sony 35mm lens and the 18-105 to have a good range for the A6400 I am going to order. I am going to be doing a lot of video, vlogging and photography. Should I do a Sigma 30mm instead? Was only doing the Sony lens because of the OSS. It’s not that big a deal though?

[@phucmapvlog]

Thanks for the tips!

[@sniperghost1994]

Hello Phúc Mập, mình cũng xem kênh của Arthur R cho máy ảnh Sony. Hihi.

[@jojocandelario22]

Thanks its very helpful review, what gimbals do you recommend for this camera?

[@DylanParisMusic]

definitely want this camera, great vid!

[@teamscoobydoo]

saved me from buying the A6500

[@skinnylegend8324]

did you regret it??

[@ibidefredi8783]

Didnt save me from buying the a6600

[@beastisback3945]

Me to

[@ivandobrilev]

Did you regret??

[@chromaticvisuelle]

Always quality on your channel ! I want it so much now.

[@karanmaurya525]

It was very helpful for me... Thank you for the video.. Is this camera is perfect for wildlife photography and action photography??

[@Resuscitator]

Thank you so much! I am a new beginner. I purchased this camera before I saw your video and it made me glad I purchased it. Dont know what Im doing but Im sure I will figure it out. This video Helped.

[@Unkown196]

Shawnette M. Davis, idk for sure but I’m going to assume the IO will be the same but if not, it should be similar to the a6500. If you search up “Sony A6500 Overview Tutorial” from tony and Chelsea, he gives a really good run down of how to use the camera.

[@noahrairdon5133]

I highly love the flip-up screen on the a6400 rather than the flip out screen. Glad to hear at least one other person feels the same!

[@ceddo2511]

Same here, flip out sideways is cumbersome and awkward to deploy and you lose the benefit of flip up compactness when street shooting. This Sony screen is by far the best compromise for vloggers and still shooters.

[@NLMusique]

I like the flip up screen. I think it's very useful especially for family selfies. You might not need anyone to take your picture for you. :) And I agree with the other person too that flip out is a bit awkward and weird. Imagine you vlog and your eyes keep going toward that way.

[@miklosnemeth8566]

I fully agree 8:31 I used to own left protruding screen cameras from Panasonic and Canon, but I prefer the Sony tilt-back & flip-up screen a lot more.

[@ursbeerli9900]

thanks for the very interesting comparison, i like the kind of your informative videos. best greetings from Switzerland, Urs

[@alainpc23]

thank you for evaluating both units! learned a lot. :)

[@shanev6839]

Great job on the video, I'm shooting short videos and more interested in low light so it's actually a toss up between used A7 original model with small body as a second camera vs A6400. This is really nice to know they did such a good job on the 6400 though. I second the flip up screen, it makes people's eyes open up just a bit wider and brighter.

[@TRYGZ]

Thank you for reviewing this one sir, but i am just curious about the built-in mic of this camera. Is it better than the previous ones? Thank you in advance for answering back in my comment. Godbless :)

[@afkardambafata3768]

Thank you so much. I always enjoy to watch your channel. Keep it details! ✌

[@nadeemirshad8234]

Great piece of advice and wonderful insights.

[@Sherwin]

So glad that I have seen your video before getting the camera Loved the way you arranged your pros and cons Very convincing

[@BrianTheCameraGuy]

Really loving my Sony a6400. I loved it so much that I did an unboxing video. Great video.

[@DieselPowerLifter]

Would love to know what we are going to get for firmware updates with the A6500.

[@MakeupByJen]

awesome video so helpful, thank you! one question, hope you can answer me! would you recommend the sony a6400 for a beauty channel..more specifically for makeup tutorials?

[@BTheInstaller]

Thanks for the info. I really like the 6400, many of these features are overkill for a newbie but it does focus super fast and I've found the flip up screen usable... I saw the a7 IV come out but come on... $3500? I'm good with this a6400.

[@danielrogalski4601]

excellent and very thorough review! thanks!

[@Curtis-Randall]

I bought mine because of your video! I absolutely love it. I had a Nex-6...so I’m blown away with the a6400.

[@miklosnemeth8566]

At 7:41 I am absolutely with you, I like tilt back and flip up screens a lot more than left-side protruding screens. I used to have a Canon EOS R and a Panasonic FZ2000 and definitely I prefer tilt back screens both for photo and video.

[@bennielaars]

Even though I'm still very happy with my 5y old A6000, I am starting to notice its limits now that I'm more into video recording. I would also like an improved performance from ISO 1600 up. Since I'm not buying a new camera every 2 years, would the A6400 be a good purchase to cover the next 5 years? or should I wait for an upgraded A6500? I guess an upgrade is due for the 13 reasons you list here

[@cassiusx100]

Best informative video i’ve ever seen! Thanks

[@MegaWoodswalker]

Does the kit lens makes noise which can be picked up naively during AF? Or if using a RodeVideoMicro? Nice video.

[@lemonadeserenade]

Pre ordered it, can't wait :)

[@Paul_anderson_creative]

Spot on! Flip screen is best for my street shooting. Used a Nikon D5500 with flip out super touch screen, great camera, frustrating screen not angling straight up... Cheers!

[@MarcoCorreaBR]

For my a6000 I use a free app for Android called “Timelapse - Sony Camera”, from Thibaud Michel. Tricky to sync, not perfect, but certainly worth using. By the way, as always, great video, nice explanation. And because of your videos I bought my a6000, lens adaptor for Canon lenses, a Youngnuo 50mm 1.8 and a Meike 35 mm 1.7. You better stop those reviews, dollar in Brazil is 1:4 and my self control is terrible. Cheers.

[@pjazzz353]

Fantastic reviews. Love this.

[@Udzir]

Thank you!! This video is very informational!!

[@leighann5308]

Thanks for the review but when going over the better processor which photos are from the 6400 on the right or left?

[@JonathanBarrow]

I have watched almost every video about this camera since day 1 so I know most if not everything about this camera. But of course I will still watch to support your channel.

[@TheGoddessStyle]

Thank you so much for this comprehensive review! I’ve been mulling on a new camera to upgrade from my very old Sony NEX5T! So now I’m keen to buy the A6400.

An incredibly informative video! Thank you!

[@N0rdman]

Thank you for the review. It balances out what you have read and heard from others, very useful. How is the viewfinder on the A6400 in comparison to others? I'm still in love with the NEX-7 and it's higher viewfinder resolution as compared to the A6000.

[@noxious_hamster]

Honestly, I think youve convinced me. I was about to get a 6500, but those are some really good points.

[@OCAIOF]

You reviews are great! I do like the flip up screen as designed as well!

[@TimPoulin]

Thank you-excellent video as always!

[@rellburke5645]

This was a great help! I've been trying to decide on a new camera and was stuck between these two. DO you think if I shot weddings using the a6400 and the a6300 together they'd be a good combo. I only use sony lenses.

[@ibnawf112]

.. I'm a newbie on professional camera's and this guy made it look so easy. i know all about sony a6### because of you. thank you

[@laurenrhodes3972]

Hey, your side by side comparison at 3:02: which side is from a6400 and which is from a6500?

[@frenchfries8745]

This my next camera sure Great job my friend ❤️

[@florianherbst6852]

Hey Arthur, very nice Video style. How good does the Auto Mode work on the 6400? With my little son I will often enough not have the time to make the right adjustments. And how to you judge the fine JPGs right Out of the camera? Are the Auto Mode and the JPGs ok for the everyday user's family fotos?

[@magunciero]

Superb video! Please keep creating great content! Specially AWB lock was new to me, even after watching dozens of a6400 videos... Fully agree with the pros. Could you address following topics in your next video : 1. Eyeaf using the sigma 30mm 1.4 lense. Missing the IBIS when using the sigma indoors? 2. How good is the smartphone pairing with the new imaging edge app? 3. How is the video transfer to smartphone using the new imaging edge app? (this could have been a reason #14) do you have the feeling that imaging edge will be offering the other capabilities that playmemories app had? 4. Battery drain when using the Bluetooth pairing to geolocate the pictures? 5. Capability of rating pictures on camera. Is the rating visible /can be imported in light room or capture one? 6.light metering mode highlight (could be a reason #15). It is just a pity the other a6x00 cameras do not get the features of the a6400 which are not requiring the higher computing power of the new processor. I can't believe that color science, highlight metering or AWB lock require a high end processor. The change in the internal Operating System is not reason enough to abandon users of previous models.

[@JairusPoppProductions]

Again, another informative review! Killing it dude. I'm down in south Austin if you ever want go out and shoot or collab. Looking forward to the next video!

[@alexandergavrilov2566]

Another great review. Thanks. I did just buy an a6500 and still happy with my choice. I assume I can correct colors in Lightroom, which was the major thing I cared about. I also wanted IBIS because I shoot handheld a lot and I have several Sigma lenses with EF mount from my Canon cameras. And I do shoot sports a lot (well, circus shows mostly, which is kind of like sports), so having larger buffer is nice. But it is great to know all the benefits of a6400. If Sony comes up with the a6600 that includes IBIS, might be worth an upgrade.

[@Helenelisabeth1967]

Thanks this review really helped!

[@Levisgil47]

Hi, one thing could be interesting to test in a futur video would be to compare a6500 /a6400 in low light condition in regard to focus quality. One with a better AF (6400) against the A6500 equiped with IBIS.

[@downeastaaa]

I personally love the flip up screen, for the exact reason you said!

[@findbinnu]

You missed a very important upgrade in my opinion, i.e. the death of Center Lock-on AF and the introduction of Touch and Track AF for video. Can you please test it's reliability and stickiness vs just letting the camera decide area of interest? Thanks.

[@JohnRichardsonAuthor]

Sony should come out with an external stereo video/vlogging mic for the A6400 that plugs into the hot-shoe but doesn't block the lens. The cage options for the A6400 are awesome. I've heard that you can use the USB C port as a headphone jack, but you've got sound level indicators on the screen, so you can see if the camera is recording sound and at what level it is recording. Overall, great camera and great review! Might have to upgrade my A6300.

[@pitersudiman7380]

Bro, really love your channel..been using a6000 for 2 years now n watched your video ever since.. bought 2 lenses based on your video review..and now looking forward to upgrade to a6400.. Thanks bro

[@muthuhfuucks]

My biggest concern for upgrading was the performance benefits of the sigma 30 on the a6400, definitely will upgrade now!

[@user-rv8uj3vq7l]

I’m soooo glad I watched this, I’ve been having trouble looking for the 500, has it discontinued?

[@wilsoncheng2517]

Sony may just release a new A6700 8 months after the A6400 to include IBIS, just like the A6300 and A6500. For people who want the A6400, you may need to be aware of that!! I was the one of the guy who bought the A6300 just few days before the A6500 announcement.....

[@kierenkd]

He didn't say it did. You read it wrong. That said, there is always a new device being released. You should get buyers remorse because something better is released tomorrow

[@bcbhir]

The a6300 is still a beast, the a6400 is not much of an update mate. A real update would be A7III. If you want a proper midrange camera, there is Panasonic g80 upgrade the g90 being released in April.

[@DrDuu]

Me too😬

[@henlolneh]

I'm trying to be as patient as possible and wait until Q4 comes and goes before making my mirrorless purchase ... I need a lighter/compact pal for the a7iii.

[@ClassicalPan]

The A7000 is on its way.

[@Sonaaalek]

Hi, awesome video as everytime. I'm thinking of upgrading to A6400 from my A6000. I'm doing only photography, no video. Most of the time I shoot portraits, weddings and nature. Is there any reason for me to upgrade? Also was thinking of upgrading to A7ii but keeping it with my APS-C Sigma trio lenses+ sony 70-200 f4 and slowly (really slowly) changing the APS-C lenses to the Fullframe.

[@OVDesign3]

Thank you for sharing this about the a6400. I might buy it soon. One question...does it have electronic shutter ?

[@girishmodi2714]

very nicely explained the differences and pluses

[@Carolyne_games]

Regarding the mic and display issue, many don’t know that some mic manufactures (such as Audio Technica) produce compact mics that pretty much just stick out of the 3.5 jack and can be turned in different directions. That may not be ideal when you need stereo sound, but for most people doing mono audio, that’s a super nice solution that doesn’t require getting any extra parts because no hot shoe/cold shoe mounting is needed.

[@oliviertf]

Thanks! Decided to order the 6400 today, your review gave me the final impulse to go for the 6400.

[@jonphoto5078]

The *best* a6400 vs. a6500 *comparison, by far!* Nice job!

[@Happy_Snapper]

Thanks for the best A6400 review on KZbin 👏

[@AL-sf3qy]

Great video. I am waiting for this with ibis then make the purchase

[@classicboy97]

Really tempted to move up from my a6000 to the a6400 because of this video... but first I gotta get me a Sigma lens. Thanks man :)

[@AikoiEmil]

Thanks. I will buy the a6400 after watching this.

[@user-sy9gs9qe4y]

Hi Arthur, thanks for the videos. Will it be wise to buy an a6400 with more than 20k shutter counts to save a few hundred bucks?

[@soltova]

Hi, Arthur! Greetings from Belarus! Do you use TRAM TR-50 lavalier mic on all your videos?

[@royhobbs785]

Great info, Can you lock iso on the a6000, it seems like I'm always hitting it into another speed

[@GuitarRJP]

Was wondering about your opinion. I just purchased the A6400 and A6500 - like to have a lightweight setup for travel. Lenses: Sony 10-18mm f4, OSS; Sigma 16mm f.14; Tamron 28-75mm f2.8. My original thought was to use the A6400 for video and the A6500 for photos. I am thinking about returning the A6500 after watching this video, getting another A6400 + Sony 35mm f.18 OSS (or the Sigma 30mm). What do you think?

[@BrianHeimbuecher]

I used to work at one of the top camera rental shops in NYC... for 14+ years, I could shoot with virtually any camera system. I was forced into early retirement due to a disability, and the only camera I personally owned was the A6000 with the kit lens. And a bunch of GoPros (but they don't count :-))... YIKES!!! I was waiting for the refresh of the A6500, but my sister enlisted me as the main, albeit somewhat slow, photographer for my nephew's wedding in mid-April. I just ordered the A6400 along with two of the 3 Sigma lenses (I bought them from FotoCare... I will use your link for gear in the future; I like supporting 'brick & mortar' shops for most things, but I know you have bills to pay). Thank you for such a great review: I started shooting with a Canon F1N in the mid-80s, pre-IS... in fact, PRE-AF! Shot Woodstock '99 for Canon & Kodak using a DCS-560, when reading histograms was a prerequisite. The young whippersnappers of today... IBIS... sounds like a type of bird... why, when I was your age... :-). Thank you again for all you do for us... and best to you and your beautiful family!!!!

[@danielepesenti6151]

Hello congratulations for the video! I recently purchased a 6400 with the 16 50 kit and wanted to take a brighter lens and I was undecided between the 35mm 1.8 sony or the 30mm 1.4 sigma .. I would use it for both photos and videos, what would you recommend? Thanks so much!

[@visagan4454]

i will go for 16 for a wider look and you can always move closer towards your subject by walking closer to them

[@HPv1000]

Just bought it and I love it...great review.

[@Featinwe]

I might upgrade my A6300 to A6400 in some near future, very interesting comparison review! one of the biggest small disappointments to me was lack of SD UHSII slot.... quite a bummer. Instead, they keep obsolete Memory Stick for some reason. I can't understand that. There is virtually no cost to adding UHSII support, except for marketing/product positioning reasons.

[@andrew24667]

I’m primarily looking to shoot video 4K/HDR/HD etc. to make short/music films etc. and the two cameras I’ve been looking at are the A6400 and A6500. In your own opinion which do you believe is the better option overall from what you are able to understand from what I have said I would be using it for? While all my work would be done using an iMac for video editing primarily in Final Cut Pro.

[@GilbertTV]

Im with you on the flip UP screen .. I hated the flip out to the side screen on my old canon dslr... I think the flip up screen works so much better if you want to use it or not..

[@SUPERIMIAINI]

This is an awesome video, thank you very much.

[@buxz777]

Just read the comments and I’m glad I’m not the only one who’s still happy with my a6500 ✌️😉✌️

[@7up...]

I have 6300 and im happy with him. 6400 is not a huge different between this cameras.

[@JamesPaulWhite]

Thank You! I was trying to figure out which one to get and saw lots of comparisons that made it sound like this is a close decision around picture quality judgements. These are indeed the reasons I will get the A6400. The biggest reason is the AF. I was blown away by the A9 but not ready to go that big. Getting an A7/A9 lite is perfect for me.

[@izacksbalzack9090]

Thank you so much mafia coz I was waiting for this for so long n I think I can go and afford it

[@gyulakiss420]

HELLO! Good rewiev! My question is I have this camera. And I can buy lens but good for wide and zoom you what say which good for me? Tamron and Samyang and Sigma? And which obejctive? Thank you! And I can make macro photo which good?

[@Sks8maxident]

I had my a6000 for about 5 years. Served me well however I did notice a few overheating issues where the video would literally cut, stop recording and camera completely shutting off. I've done things to go around it like opening the battery lid compartment and pulling out the LCD screen to cool it down, but those are the perks of buying cameras nowadays packed with so much technology in such a compact form factor. It's finally died on me with a crack in the viewfinder, and after changing the settings back to my viewfinder (which I previously turned off) to test it, the LCD is no longer working and there's no way going back to the settings to turn it back on. I'm hoping the a6400 would give me a better experience, because the a6000 was a joy to use and lens selections is far ahead against competitors. It'd also be a hassle to re-sell my Sony lenses only to buy more for a totally new camera system other than Sony. For me, it wasn't a hard choice.

[@firdausabubakar8722]

Good review with samples images and i also tested the a6400. It is my desire camera for now if i want to upgrade from my canon m50.

[@DamonSun-kz6ty]

thank you for making this vedio, i will go for A6400 now

[@haryantowirawan]

Hi technologymafia, I have a 5100 with sony 35mm 1.8, the color of the pictures I've taken does not pop, rather dull, even though I've switch to vivid mode, especially obvious when taking pictures of food. Would upgrading to 6400 be better off in this context, or is it to do with the lens? sorry I am a newb in photography, really appreciate your input 🙏 Also, is the 16-50 kit lens from a5100 just the same as the one with a6400?

[@JamieFriar]

Another outstanding review! I find my new a6400 is giving new life to my old Canon glass. The 70-300l is terrific with the mc11 on the a6400, perhaps even better than on the 70d. Might have something to do with a weaker anti-aliasing filter on the Sony. As you know the mc11 with Canon lenses on the a6000 is virtually unusable. The modified ef-s 24 2.8 in another winner with the a6400. Haven’t modified (butchered) the ef-s 10-18 yet. Keep up the great reviews and tips.

[@Vitz_Austin]

Hi I’m from Thailand. Your videos are very useful for me right now. I am considering to buy 6400. At this moment I get the answer. Subscribed! Looking forward to watching more.

[@rabbu188]

kool comparison. could you tell me which lens is perfect for A6400 for street and portrait photography.