Sony a6400 - ULTIMATE SETUP GUIDE for PHOTO, VIDEO, & VLOGGING - TIMECODES + FAQs

[@JasonVong]

❓ FAQ 1. How to Setup Eye Autofocus - 08:37 & then 31:20 2. How to Enable Real Time AF Tracking - 23:36 & then 28:23 3. Best RUN AND GUN VLOG SETTINGS - 15:48 4. How comes Real Time AF does not work with 120fps - IDK 5. How come I don't have 24 fps & 120 fps? - 28:06 6. Best Picture Profile / Color? - 12:44 7. Does this camera overheat? - 27:23 8. Disable Camera Settings over HDMI - 28:51 9. Best SD Card? - kzbin.info/www/bejne/npaafnuthZWMm7M 10. Best Accessories? - kzbin.info/www/bejne/npaafnuthZWMm7M 11: Best Lenses? - kzbin.info/www/bejne/npaafnuthZWMm7M ⏱️ Timecodes General Menu Walkthrough 01:01 - Tab 1 Settings 15:41 - Tab 2 Settings 25:05 - Tab 3 Settings 25:21 - Tab 4 Settings 25:49 - Tab 5 Settings Custom Buttons 30:59 - Photo Custom Key 33:31 - Video Custom Key 34:58 - Playback Custom Key Quick Function Menu 35:26 - Photo Fn Layout 37:42 - Video Fn Layout 38:45 - Hybrid Fn Layout Misc 38:51 - How to Setup Memory Recall 39:57 - Send Photos/Videos to Smartphone 📕 More Helpful Guides Sony a6400 Review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4OwZ3uoetxkepo Autofocus Settings Guide: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYbbi32mh5yth6M How to Nail Focus Manually: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHi4enZ4p8t4Z68 How to Avoid Overexposure via Zebras & Histogram: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHvalnuamM2VbcU My HLG Workflow: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIGoYmWKqM6gatE

[@comm58]

Jason Vong hey man thanks for this! Very useful!!!!

[@BobFrostV]

Jason, have you been able to get the a6400 to work with CamLink? I've tried mine with the following settings: File Format: XAVC S HD Record Setting: 60p 50M HDMI Settings: HDMI Resolution: 1080p Output: 60p HDMI Info. Display: OFF CTRL FOR HDMI: OFF Then I have the Mode Dial on the camera turned to either "AUTO" or the Video icon. Also, I have the camera on and both the usb power and micro-hdmi to hdmi running from the camera to the Camlink4k that is plugged into a usb 3.0 port. I've already verified the CamLink to work when I plug a game console with hdmi into it. My suspicions are either 1.) the settings I have are wrong, or 1.) My micro-hdmi to hdmi cable is bad. I'm waiting on a new micro-hdmi to hdmi cable to show up to test out #2. Perhaps you can help me figure out whether my settings are correct and whether you've had success connecting this to camlink.

[@MusingOfaMan]

Thanks so much for taking the time in the FB group today for the A7iii overheating Jason. I really appreciated it. Can't wait to properly use it for my channel rather than for tedious (paying) clients. 😂 I've watched you for ages and thought I was already subbed due to the amount of recommendeds of your vids in my feed. Anyway, that's been rectified now. Thanks again. 👍🏻

[@kxinchannel]

i just pre order my, because for malaysia need to be wait till april to release.

[@TangerineBliss]

Thanks so much for all of this! I'm definitely going to check out your accessories recommendations since in addition to upgrading from a6000 body I'm looking to take some other things up a notch as well. 👍

[@dwest889]

I have never been more excited to watch a 41 minute video on KZbin, knowing it will take me a good 6 months to really go through and learn as a complete newbie to photography and videography. I bought this camera after your review, and also many of the must-have accessories, and I also waited more than a month to even open my camera just so I can sit through this particular video. As a newbie, I feel empowered and I am truly excited to learn. You have eliminated so much anxiety for me because of your guidance! If I am just patient enough to learn, take it day by day, look up some definitions, explore those definitions, and play around with my camera I believe I can truly be so far ahead by this time next year in a way I never imagined--- actually a way, I am now imagining because I believe it. Thank you so much Jason!

[@markcruz9315]

It’s been a year, how do you like this camera and photography in general?

[@Zenstylezhairsalon]

Been 4 years I'm also curious lol

[@TaylorDaleWright]

I just bought a used a6400 in 2024, more than 5 years after this video was posted, and I'm so thankful for this historical record. 🙏

[@GilbertTV]

great guide ... all i need now is the camera...!!!

[@JasonVong]

when you do, this guide will be here waiting for you

[@GilbertTV]

absolutley...haha @@JasonVong

[@kelvinkurniawan07]

TRUE!

[@pierrenj79]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 u made my day

[@rakeshpatil46]

I can understand that feeling...😂

[@kevinaustria4376]

Who needs manufacturer’s manual when we have Jason Vong. 😂

[@nikitamyers3228]

I read this comment at the very start of the video (never seen Jason's videos before) and thought "pff, this is overrated". 10 seconds later I'm jumping off the couch to get the camera, rewinding and rewatching, going through my settings... Wow! You were so freaking right my man :) amazing explanation

[@CoasterFan15]

You can’t go wrong with Jason Vong 😂😂

[@mjabqmanwk]

Jason, I'm a 72 year old guy from central Texas USA, and I want to thank you for the best A6400 "new user" guide I've found anywhere on the internet. All of your videos are direct, well-organized, visually and verbally clear, and mindful that some of us are not lifelong photographers or instantly handy with gadgets. Thank you, young feller!

[@koto3754]

I love this comment.

[@destortions]

@@koto3754me too

[@paulm8157]

Jason, if the 6400 has Display Monitor “For Viewfinder” - at about 21:48 min in vid - like other Alpha cams, here’s a seldom mentioned gem. This display (all settings data, no image) is a menu hiding in plain sight. With this display on the monitor press the Fn key - you can now select a setting, navigate and change the setting, like a menu. The display is not just static info (except for leveler and exp. meters). Seldom mentioned in YT, even by the Sony agents.

[@Syeee]

I just got this camera because I felt like I was ready to learn more/up my game but lmao i'm so overwhelmed with the amount of settings and features in this thing. 😂 This video is really helpful and I appreciate that you took the time to clearly explain what each setting/feature means, so thanks! :D

[@rosaliapazos1755]

I got my sony a6400 delivered today, and I'm already thinking about returning it to the shop. The menu is more than overwhelming

[@DaRoomMates]

Same here

[@SangheiliSpecOp]

Return it to me guys

[@MarkFenimore]

Ditto, thanks a million!

[@andrzejjaniak6849]

@@rosaliapazos1755 That's because Sony gives you a ton of features that the DSLR competion does not. The AF features - Eye AF itself takes up a lot of room in the menu.

[@zakseipel9494]

I have been shooting exclusively on film for about 2 years with a Pentax k1000. The only thing that is not manual on that camera is the light meter. Just bought the a6400 to start doing video. You are a life saver.

[@arpanmanna7990]

This video is a blessing for anyone switching to Sony from other brands. I sat with my A6400 and followed everything step by step. Thanks Jason 🙏😃

[@Luisuke]

I've been struggling with my new A6400 for almost a month and was planning to sell it since I thought that camera's like DSLR/Mirrorless are just click and go like smartphones. I've been watching some youtube videos (not to say something bad about them) but their contents are really hard to understand. Your video keeps suggesting by youtube but it's a 40mins so I guess it's so tiring to watch since I prefer short videos only. So I tried watching your video and finished it. Now I would like to say thank you because I feel so knowledgeable now about the functions of the camera and the it's very easy now to navigate. Sorry for the long comment I am just happy and thankful that I have watched your videos. Please keep creating a helpful content and I will continue to support you. But first let me hit the subscribe button 😂. Again, Thank you so much! More subscribers and viewers for you! Cheers! 🍻

[@rogdanago5894]

i legit just bought the A6400 Sunday and it just came in the mail today, i'm over processing all of this information but it will be worth it lol

[@sheenrayvaldez781]

Any newbie in the world of Sony Cameras needs to watch this very informative and concise tutorial. You just saved me a lot of time wrestling with my camera!

[@EihabFitness]

Thanks for the great content Jason, I am following this video while setting up my new a6400 .. waiting for the A7iii to arrive ;)

[@kingthanos4964]

Best walkthrough yet for a beginner on KZbin! Thanks sm Jason! I watched 5 other videos from 5 different people bcoz they had shorter videos, but they were difficult to understand and I should have just watched this one instead!

[@albertroxas]

New 6400 owner here, thank you so much for doing this - great resource!!

[@mattjoe67]

Thank you, for not going to fast, because some of us are beginner and we can follow you easier and in the mean time I can set up my camera too.

[@PerfumeGuru]

This is immensely helpful Jason. Keep rocking man 🙏.

[@havingfunwithpurpose9993]

I cannot believe I watched the entire video; it was so helpful, I paused, resumed, and rewinded as needed. Outstanding! Thank you so much.

[@Knifesmoke]

Finally got through the whole thing (camera in hand) THANK YOU so much for this video! Looking forward to my first video shoot with this camera tomorrow.

[@JasonVong]

good luck!

[@nategawd]

You’re the 🐐 bro! Just got a A6400 and I’m excited to shoot after watching all your videos

[@dioramadhantya]

Brooo you save me a lot of time as a new sony user to understand this ecosystem, thank you so much for this video ! Love from Bali, Indonesia

[@Vikingdescendent]

19:37 mark is very helpful. My Montreal Jazz Fest audio with the built in mic was far superior to using two types of external ones. Unfortunately, in the a6500 menu, this option is not available.

[@rajeshmishra5840]

Thanks a lot Jason. Just got my a6400 and this guide really saved me reading the 600 plus pages of the manual. Its all set up now and ready to go.

[@rajeshmishra5840]

@Zzzz oop I meant downloaded manual from website. Pdf full manual is available on Sony website.

[@felixarm]

Just got my A6400. Im not new to the Sony ecosystem, but this video helped me out a lot with some details I wanted to setup. Specially for quick settings and stuff. Thanks Jason, keep up the good work!

[@JessicaNeistadt]

so so so helpful, thank you!! :)

[@ronniepalma9253]

Hey Jason! I just bought a6400 yesterday and I just want to thank you for your advice for the settings of my new camera.

[@KLGUY]

Hi Jason. Thanks for putting up this video. Just a question though, when you created those Quick Function Settings for Photo, Video & Hybrid, how did you lock/save them into their each individual mode?

[@iHeartsAero]

I got confused here too!

[@ardiyanto.t]

I am stuck in here too.. please help.. how to switch n save photo & video

[@TommyK_047]

Me to... I even tried to save it to MR but with no luck. I suppose this is only on certain cameras that offer individual movie/photo Fn settings

[@usbrasilcafe]

Jason... So I Just got my A6400 a couple weeks ago and used your/this video to set up the camera. My first time through I was following you, but a bit lost as I wasn't familiar with the Sony menu protocal. Two weeks later it's all making sense. Although I have to say there's no better learning process than just doing. I'm now going back to your video to tweak some basic video recording settings. Wanted to let other newbies know that if you felt lost the first time through this video, it's understandable. After I just started shooting review videos for a couple weeks, when I wanted to do something new or better, going back to this video definitely both helped and was easier the second+ time/s around. Thanks Jason... wish you were my neighbor. Doubt you'd get used to my interruptions for advice...... I'm sure I'm at the 'geezer-boomer' end of your viewing demographic... :-) (USAF Aerial Combat Photo, 601st Combat Photo, Tan Son Ngut, Vietnam & Ubon, Thai. '66-'70)

[@carolwhite7006]

Thanks for the video! I am setting here setting my camera right now. I have a question about the Function menu set. I set up the one for Photos how to I save those settings? To be able to create the setting for video and then hybrid, thanks in advance!

[@NataliGera]

I bet I’ll find myself watching this a couple if times next month. Thanks for great content!

[@shauwnKnight]

Got my camera on the 28, I have not opened the box. I have been waiting on your video. Thanks Dude! The info in this tutorial is gold, you could have charged but you put it here for your subscribers!!!!

[@JasonVong]

appreciate that man!! 😀

awsome, i just bought new , helpful. What do u use to record voice sound over the video?

[@AmbitiousJay1]

I need a used one to buy

[@sazbabebe]

Thank you for your video. It helped me greatly. I received my a6400 today after researching cameras for a year, it’s my first camera purchase. You gained a new follower in me.

[@krizpineda]

I never never in my life wanted to give a LIKE SO BAD , like today . Perfect video

[@switchvlogs1346]

I got my Camera in and set it all up. Thank you!

[@marshallr.8121]

watched this for probably the fifth time now first before i got the camera, to know what im getting into then when i got it, to have a good starting point (a few times after that, just for small things) and now again, since im much more familiar with the camera finally got into some of the deeper settings and feel like i made the best of it (for my current state) honestly, huge thanks this has been incredibly helpful

[@umairhamid5567]

i just bought a6400 and i watched whole video and man its so briefly explained

[@rivalx288]

Just got my A6400 and your video was the most helpful that I could find on youtube. Got a sub from me.

[@LindseyDara]

Just got my a6400 today!! My first camera, I don’t even know how to charge and turn it on lol!!! Help!!

[@JasonVong]

It comes with a wall charger. You can plug it in via USB on the side

[@LindseyDara]

Jason Vong ok i got it going, thank you!!

[@BigRedDad1970]

Very nice guide. I received my a6400 yesterday. This saved a ton of time reading.

[@TECHSOME]

Dude this is a great setup guide. I went through the whole process with my new a6400. Thanks. I also did an unboxing and small review on my new channel. Come have a look :)

[@louisreynhardt]

Great guide with a lot of helpful tips! My number 1 sony guide! Thanks Jason

[@jesusflorespodcast4290]

Real talk, after seeing and utilizing the presets you gave me, the videos I can now record look way better!

[@darrensmusicstudio]

"You can't go wrong with Jason Vong" I like that! I just bought the Sony A6400 a few days ago so Iooking forward to checking out some of your vids.

[@daoduc6286]

Jason Vong, after your lesson i found my Sony A6400 such an amazing camera. Big thanks and millions like for your video!

[@earl.cuevas]

Big thanks man! My wife got me the A6400 today as a birthday gift. Can’t wait to learn and shoot photos and videos.

[@pcproff]

Dude amazing! I just got my camera yesterday and this helped me all the way through. Thank you sir

[@eribertoorbase6380]

I just got my a6400 the other day. Thanks Jason, this video is very helpful.

[@jackryder6732]

I like the way you teach by putting camera info on big screen

[@nishapryor9277]

Watched this video and got so overwhelmed because Its the first time I really explored all the menu options. Still this is such a helpful video now I just gotta watch this 5 more times so I can truly understand lol

[@relentless3735]

Got it last night, freaked out a little and never unboxed it because I am a Canon girl. Finally opened it this afternoon, battery is 99% dead so charging it right now and gives me extra time to watch this awesome video you made for us! Thank you! ♥️💋💃🏻👍🏼

[@GrantAinsley]

Great video. Just got an A6400 today and your video sure helped. Thank you.

[@scottbowers9061]

Thank you Jason! Just got my a6400 a couple days ago and found this tutorial to be very helpful.

[@dannyz.5507]

Thanks for the video Jason! It was intense but it helped me a lot with my new Sony a6400!

[@OswaldoLafee]

Dude what a heroic video!! i just set up my BRAND NEW A6400 thanks to you buddy. you are great! thanks so much!

[@SteveVickAK]

Just got my 6400. I am an old canon DSLR shooter. Nice to get this AWESOME overview of all these settings. Thanks you so much for the thorough walk through.

[@andresuaza]

I just bought my Sony A6400, and this was an AMAZING guide, thank you SO much for the insights!

[@Hi-ur7eh]

Thank you for sharing ur video! I just bought a Sony a6400! While my camera is charging, I am watching this. I'm so looking forward to setting up for my new camera!🌱

[@joanofark7649]

I'm afraid to take it out of the box! I am overwhelmed by all your wonderful info. Breath V, now walk to the kitchen and open the Sony a6400, I have been a Canon user for 20+ years.

[@TODOMATIO]

I went through with Jason through all the menus. At the end 20% of battery was remaining :) Not sure we needed to go through everything but would be cool to explain different dial settings and what they do.

[@heatherfork9977]

Wow Jason!! Thanks for taking us up Mt. Everest and back down again! Whew!! I never would have gotten through all of these settings if it weren't for YOU! Thank you for all of your incredible work to put this video together. You rock.

[@RyanHoguePassiveIncome]

*THANK YOU!* Great video - just what I was looking for 👍

[@ryanlorica1234]

coz you cant go wrong with jason vong!!! "the vong is never wrong!" -josh (momentum prod.)

[@stewartabel]

I just got my Sony A6400 and immediately found this video, first hurdle was the PAL 24p / NTSC 30p in 4k options, changed to NTSC and all sorted. Will follow the rest, thanks alot!

[@Quevinedoua]

It was so long and my neck is tied. I couldn’t stop 🛑 because I was very interesting, and important for my new Sony A6400. Thank you 🙏 for sharing Bro.

[@windrilewitukin4453]

useful and easy to understand.thanks for your guidelines..just bought new a6400 and this video really help to go deeper to understand all basic function of a6400.fantastic video.

[@nyteshade7968]

This is the most helpful video I’ve seen on this camera, thank you so much lol not all heroes wear capes

[@evaderknives]

I've been waiting all month for the a6400... At 5am I was online Adorama was still on pre-order, Amazon was out and then B&H had it... I couldn't believe they sent it free next day, got it yesterday, now I just have to learn how to use it(I'm a canon guy, that moved over to Sony now)... Thanks for all the info... have a great day,,, take it easy...

[@JasonVong]

Happy to help! Welcome to Sony!

[@glrogers67]

I to just switched from cannon to Sony. I thought it was going to be difficult to relearn all the controls and set up, but after a couple hours of out shooting I was able to get it down. Not saying I'm a pro at it yet but, in my opinion I like the set up on the Sony better than the cannon. And so far I love this camera! I bought the 18-135 and the 55-210, and so far my favorite is the 18-135. It was amazing to be able to go to my sons karate class and be able to get the whole class in the shot and then zoom in and just get him. And the auto focus with that tracking........ freaking awesome!

[@evaderknives]

@@glrogers67 That's awesome.. I've heard a lot of people complain about sony's menu system being really complicated, but it just takes a little learning... I've got the basics good enough now, the rest will come with time... I actually have so many Canon lenses, I just got a metabones adapter. It seems a little laggy, but that might just be me too... the only thing I really like with Canon over Sony is the touch screen for everything... together they will be pretty awesome though... take it easy...

[@Drewxcifer]

I am also a Canon user that just changed over for this camera, just got it today! Ho ware you transitioning so far?

[@evaderknives]

@@Drewxcifer Jason Vong has an awesome tutorial on settings, also I've been watching a bunch of videos about sony, even 6300 videos... It takes a while to learn the menu and that you don't have a touch screen, but I love the camera...

[@JoelDino]

I just got my camera today. THANK YOU. You put in a lot of effort on this. Great job!

[@MikkaRoqueJacobson]

wooohooo we did it!!! watched the whole thing. thanks a bunch bananas Jason!

[@xoCandyxo26]

Thank you so much for his video.. it was very helpful.. I just ordered my a6400 and I needed this. Your awesome. I’m subscribing now!

[@volcom458]

This was literally so helpful!!! I’m def over processing I just got my camera 1 hour ago. But I don’t care!! I’m gonna be a pro with this one!! Thank you for taking the time to go through this insane menu and explaining it to kooks like us!! Your delirium in the middle was also amusing. 😁

[@ShoEnt-lq6vi]

I want to take a quick moment to complement the excellent work you did here and how much inspiration you have given me! thank you so much!

[@Drebryant86]

I just got the camera today and this guide is amazing. I can't believe haters gave you a dumbs down! Thank you!

[@ErwinandArizinfrance]

you can't go wrong with Jason Vong! :) thank you

[@melissahulme1918]

This vid has helped me on so many occasions. Thank you!

[@TellYourStory.]

Thank you so much for your videos. Just bought the 6400 and this really helps a lot!

[@IM_a_NoeLs]

2 years old video but it's been helpfull alot for me, Thanks man.

[@lostpropheticsoul]

Thanks for making this video, just switched from Canon to Sony recently!

[@petebeltran6899]

Just got my Sony a6400 today. Thank you for this video.

[@DaLuzKontrol]

I'm a true beginner. And this is the best guild on sony a6400 so far.

[@letstalkaboutitwithjaime]

you are the best at explaining this camera!!!!thank you so muchhhhhh

[@xxseyerxx6006]

Thank you so much for your guide! I'm new to the system and at first, it feels like my head is spinning hahaha. You just made my life so much easier I'm telling you.

[@alainpc23]

Buying the camera soon. Thanks for the time creating this wonderful tutorial, Jason! 🤟

[@SunRaw70]

Awesome VIDEO! THANK YOU 4 THE ABUNDANCE OF INFO and clarity!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@albert0b20]

New to Sony and subscribed thank you for all the info 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@KimNeriBisayangDaku]

just bought it and you rock Jason 🔥

[@GregPatton2]

Thanks for this guide, I am just waiting for my a6400 to arrive and this info will save me tons of time and frustration! I can't wait to walk through this with the camera in my hand!

[@terrancep.5475]

I was just gifted this camera took some pictures felt like an idiot. Now after watching this video I feel a little better coming from Canon still an amateur probly below that. Thanks so much for the time spent in helping me set the Mods on this camera

[@Onedejenny]

I just got my camera in! Charged up finally and SD card , setting it up now! So excited, thank you for uploading this!

[@mugflub]

So helpful! Thanks for putting this giant video together!

[@neemakhan6757]

Thanks Jason, i am new to photography and got my first camera sorry a6400 with 16-50 lens. Thanks to your help i was able to set it up

[@Goakien]

Aaah yes! Thank you so much. Just got myself A new camera, you guess it.. A Sony A6400. This video help me so much with getting the right setting and to get used to what all the settings do.

[@mtrisi]

8 minutes in. I get my first camera, an a6400, in 2 days. this video is amazing.

[@MBimmer]

Oh man. Spend half day on this 😄 great vid J

[@PapaDuck]

great video man thank you so much

[@SonnyGreenwichJr]

Forget about all that stuff, you're almost at 100,000! 👀 Awesome! Congrats! ☘️ ☮️🤘🏽🤠👍🏽☮️☘️

[@Ronna-57436]

Thank you Jason. I know this was a lot of work, and I greatly appreciate it!

[@jarroetmckinney]

I just picked my 6400 on Thursday, your video was super helpful! Thank You Jason