Sony A6600 vs A6500

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Here is my comparison of the Sony A6600 vs A6500.
-TDD

[@mousse4444]

I own a 6500 and I must admit that even though it doesn't have insect auto focus, it tracks people very well. What I love about it is that all you have to do is put it in continuous mode, and that's basically it. It has the easiest video autofocus implementation of any camera I have owned, and I am always amazed at how good the AF is. It's Impeccable in all but the most difficult scenarios. To me the fact that they took out the flash on top of the camera is really a step in the wrong direction. I have gone to many events where I have used the flash by directing it to bounce off the ceiling and have gotten beautiful natural looking shots that I would not have gotten otherwise. So that makes the a6500 a more versatile camera on its own. The little flash is inspicuous, but it's there, if and when you need it. PS : I don't think that many people would se a difference in comparing the videos from both of these cameras.

[@Naminorite]

Thank you for the reveiw video - my question is, do you miss the built in flash? (you seem to have to also give that up for the movable screen which I think is a very valuable option to be able to tilt the screen for self view on shots, but I think the flash would be missed

[@mohannadaljishi7196]

Hello, I recently bought a used a6500 to use underwater. It got me excited for topside photography too. You mentioned that you're using it for underwater too, would you have samples or examples published anywhere that I could see?

[@TheGomezIndustries]

That built in flash on the 6500 can work wonders if you know how to really use it.

[@daabomb114]

Thanks for a honest opinion and a non whiny video. This is a realistic opinion on these cameras. It is very refreshing.

[@gioasproiu8848]

Hi, which underwater housing are you using for 6500? Thank you

[@giannis_chatzip]

your reviews are so cool and helpfull! thanks alot for all of this advices

[@panhavornchhun1993]

Thank you for the comparing the 2. I have the a6500 and thought about upgrading (Gear acquisition syndrome) . I shoot stills mainly. I think in gonna invest in glass or lighting 😉

[@laurencegr9978]

invest on glass, that's right

[@puchalaka]

14:12 Correction: You CAN buy an accessory to make microphone + headphone combo. It's not pretty but I use it all the time: HDMI cable + VGA converter (with 3.5mm) = headphone out.

[@bart2623]

Which not expensive lens you recommend for a6600 to af real time eye tracing continuous. I am going to record movies but I do not wont lose this feature because of slowly lens

[@DekiaryCarter]

thank you so much for this very thorough review!!

[@neofilm]

I think you can disable the recording limit on the 6500

[@sandyschupper8401]

I changed my mind tyhis AM and bought a a6400, new on Amazon for $898. Now I need a SEL1018 lens. If you know of any good deals, let me know please

[@nursekarlf]

Thanks for the video. I have been contemplating whether to get an a6600. I currently have an a6500. With my style of shooting (video) and my accumulated NPFW50 batteries, battery life is not a problem to me. I think I’d rather invest in good glass which coincidentally Sony came out with the 16-55mm F2.8.

[@TheDigitalDigest]

thanks for watching

[@genghis2510]

Excellent decision.

[@kapturephotography7229]

Likewise, since I switched over to sigma lenses my life has been amazing!!!

[@dmadmanoj2023]

My primary purpose is for making shorts, and product videos, Digital Ads. So, going for a older 6500 would be a problem?? is the live tracking making a huge difference in a6500?? is it ok to go with a6500 bcoz of budget constraint?? IBIS and Slog is the reason which pulling me towards an used a6500, rather than a new a6400! whats ur comment on it?

[@pep3adeliola]

@@dmadmanoj2023 your comment was a year ago, but hopefully you r still there, I am pretty much like you, I wanna get a used 6500, however I can get either the new zv e10 or a6400, but both lack IBIS and the Zv e10 is not weather proof as well as rolling shutter issues , so the 6500 is probably the perfect pick since it doesn't have these issues and price wise can not be beaten IMHO, so could you please tell me what you have done?

[@larsrommelhoff7916]

Just to let you know, you can output the audio from the hdmi on any camera or other device. I bought a wery cheap from aliexpress for my a6500 and can monitor the audio for that. The downside is that the lcd becomes black will you are monitoring the audio.

[@CoreQ]

one thing I think you can mention in later review. some of us use it for underwater shooting. And the case for a6600 is different. so you will spend a lot more on water casing. and it's harder for find. full frame is too big underwater, and aps-c is just right for the job.

[@Princeton_James]

I rarely use my flash but I'm bummed about it not having one.

[@herbalgiles9468]

Erik ik! Lol

[@hartsphotography]

I went a looked at this yesterday as my camera store had a Sony day. Your review is pretty much spot on. As an A6500 stills shooter already the A6600 only has small incremental improvements over the A6500. Some of these are very good, especially i would say you are portrait , wildlife or video shooter. The big issue probably is the price, currently its possible to get an A7rii at a lower price (£1299 @WEX) . I think maybe this should have been called the A6500ll but i think for me it probably an upgrade worth skipping.

[@genghis2510]

I’m a Nikon guy using currently a6300 with 20mm pancake lens as my small get and go camera supplementing my bulky system. All things considered it’s the high capacity battery that sets the a6600 apart from the rest. I’m getting a used one after a year or so when the hype and price settles down at eBay where I got my used a6300 at giveaway bid.

[@orlandoricardo2328]

Good afternoon Dear friend I am planning to buy it a new A6600 I want to know is the same dimension for SmallRig Right Side Extension Shoe Mount Adapter Relocation Plate for Sony A6500 would be fit with A6600. Please let me know Thank you.

[@parmanduke]

I honestly cannot tell the difference in image quality between the A6000 thru to the A6600. The AF is definitly better on the newer cameras (tracking AF) but if you're not using eye AF tracking & subject tracking often then the A6500 with built in flash and IBIS is pretty tough to beat at today's prices.

[@craigdaffin7479]

Great review, thank you!

[@edmondfung6955]

May I know their focus speed? Any improvement for a6600 compare with a6500?

[@GrantTheftRealAuto]

I need advice. I was doing all the research and my budget is 1000 euros. I have a NEX-5r which is a really great camera. I want to upgrade and I am thinking of buying A6500 or A7 II. The problem is I have APS-C only lenses but I know A7 II will have a lot better image quality boost. But 10.66Mpx in crop mode for 12mm lens is not ideal actually:(... so I am thinking of buying A6500 but it has more pixels then NEX-5r which means worse low light performance? Could you please just give me any advice? btw your videos are so great and addictive!

[@ChrisParayno]

A6100

[@dmadmanoj2023]

My primary purpose is for making shorts, and product videos, Digital Ads. So, going for a older 6500 would be a problem?? is the live tracking making a huge difference in a6500?? is it ok to go with a6500 bcoz of budget constraint?? IBIS and Slog is the reason for leaning towards an used a6500, rather than a new a6400! whats ur comment on it?

[@dmadmanoj2023]

@ant billionz Thank you.👍👍

[@gedheaton1415]

Beginner here so hoping for some advice,I currently use a 6300 and was thinking of an upgrade,I shoot mainly stills tbh,so I guess my question is which is the better buck for buck upgrade for me. Sorry for the bone question,im just a wee bit confused.haha. Tnx in advance.

[@nesseaquest4835]

Thank you for helping me make the decision. A6500 at $850 now is a better decision for me. I will wait and see when the a6700,a6800,a6900 comes out with better sensor and features. Also for a run and gun prosumer camera the onboard flash is important missed a lot of shots installing a external flash.

[@MaximRick]

The deleted flash bothered me a lot. I try not to use flash but for some everyday photos having a surprisingly good little fill light that you can point straight up to bounce is in a camera this tiny is amazing to have.

[@tysonator5433]

I would love to get the A7iii which is a great camera and dynamic 9 is amazing. However I need a smaller form factor camera for day trips, city breaks, airplane carry on luggage only holidays. My eos uDii dslr, lenses and speedlites are a lot of weight and space to take on holiday. The A6600 IMO may be the one to take as it can do time laspe, good stills, very good video, smallish form factor, smaller lenses is a bonus. I can be at the beach, restaurants, cathedral, coach, car, tramp and it will perform very well. Just the price is what is holding me back !

[@vhc7764]

Nice review...thank you for sharing. With today's prices, you can buy a new 6500 w/nice lens cheaper than the base 6600. The 6600 is about $300 overpriced based on the less than substantial upgrades over the 6500. Just my humble opinion.

[@ericguqin]

waiting for A6600 price drop to under $800 on ebay

[@charruaporelmundo]

It will be a perfect camera for Fifa 2030 indeed....

[@TheGitolek]

It maybe worth saying that the minimum ISO (photo) in the a6600 is 50, and in the a6500 and a6400 it is 100. This is 1 f-stop difference.

[@d3ci.b3L]

I've just purchased my THIRD a6500. I'm already setup for the a6500 with a/c adapters, and I can't justify the extra $500+ dollars for the little extra that the a6600 offers. As for apsc, I prefer to use them with full frame lenses. The sharpest part of the lens hits the sensor.

[@waleedwilly5052]

May i know why the third one, where did the two cameras went ?

[@d3ci.b3L]

@@waleedwilly5052 when doing astrophotography, I can capture more than one target at once. I often have two cameras going at once. The third camera is a spare in case a wild animal makes an appearance.

[@waleedwilly5052]

@@d3ci.b3L thanks man, you are a supporter, i got mine today..have a good one 👌😊

[@arist8989]

about the battery issue, just buy additional to SOLVE UR PROBLEM (or USE POWERBANK or better if you do video, use EXTERNAL BATTERY) the a6600 has additional button C4 and touchscreen, the fast AF on a6600 is not really a Big Issue.

[@ChrisParayno]

Also battery grips are available

[@SpyderGT]

Great review, as always. Just ordered a6500 for $798) using a6000, I like the camera, but I want IBIS and don’t want to spend more money for 6600)

[@SpyderGT]

Mike D Thanks). Update: delivery delayed and I cancelled it and at same time price dropped for a6100. So, I ordered 6100 for 599 and I glad I did it!

[@Thunderbird1337]

Now, almost 3 years later, the A6600 has again roughly the same price (after being much more expensive). Strange world :/ But I'm not sure if it still makes sense upgrading from A6500 to A6600 because I don't know if a successor of the A6600 could be introduced soon.

[@boomboombaby9140]

I have the a6500 and was about to upgrade last year to the a6600 . My friend bought one and I used it for 2 days it was sort of like the same camera so I didn’t get it . I’m so glad that I got my hands on it before buying, I bought the fx30 and I can see a huge difference from the a6500 .

[@laurencegr9978]

Good comparison. No criticism for the comparison. My criticism is that the a6600 is way too overpriced. It only has the "software" advantage over previous models and with software, Sony could have just implemented the same algorithms used in its focusing technology down to the *a6000.* Basically, consumers are just paying for trivial features like the bigger battery grip and bigger battery capacity. The focusing speed is just a placebo.

[@TVe200]

For a landscape shooter it's no point to upgrade from a6500 to a6600. Where I live I would not get more than 500 $ for my used a6500. If I owned neither I would chose the a6600. The only reasonably upgrade is to A7iii. But I own a lot of APS-C lenses and am disappoited with Sony's new "flagship" APS-C camera.

[@TheDigitalDigest]

I agree

[@montanawestphotography6671]

As a wildlife photographer my primary will always be a full frame. My secondary is a crop sensor camera which also serves as my super zoom because of the 1.5x crop. The 6600 is a great secondary.

[@alen-commentnazi8774]

Lol

[@WyantWin]

For paid gigs with video skip the a6xxx series. The over heating will screw you over.

[@ChrisParayno]

Canon still doesn't use IBIS, even on their pro-lines and cinema camera. No biggy.

[@ThereGoesSpider]

My new dilemma: Fuji paired the X-T3 with the new 16-80 f4 for 500usd off this week. 6 stops of stabilization on that lens. It’s 1799 usd but ends on Sunday Nov 17th. 1999 usd after that bundled and 2300 separate. The 6600 w/16-55 would be 2800. Hmmmm....

[@sosomelodies659]

It's a great system on the Fuji end. A6600 is the best on the Sony end.

[@TW-iu9zy]

... good review, thx! But the a6600 use the newer IMX271 sensor, the a6500 use the older IMX284 - these are not the same sensors.

[@MichaelKefeder]

is technically correct, but both sensors have virtually the same properties when it comes to awful rolling shutter, pixel count, not BSI,... = no improvement. I guess that is what he meant with "same" sensor in that context.

[@TW-iu9zy]

Michael Kefeder ... right! 👍🏻 The low light performance seems a little bit better - if I compare my old 6500-pictures with the new 6600-pictures. Less noise at ISO 3200 and 6400. 🤔 So overall: better IQ and colors.

[@MichaelKefeder]

@@TW-iu9zy oh, good to know from practical experience, thanks! dpreview also said noise control is better. I'll still wait for the price to come down before I replace my 6500, in a years time before x-mas should be some good offers :-)

[@TW-iu9zy]

Michael Kefeder ... good decision. BTW: The new 16-55/f2.8 is a great lens- sharp like my 24-70 GM. ... I have tested both last week during a trade fair reporting with my a6600.

[@noisackda2564]

IMO there's no reason to get the a6500 when you have the a6600/a6400 out there. This is coming from a guy that has the a6500.

[@33bb33bb]

Whaaat?! A6500 holds up, unless you reeeally want a Audio Jack?? Literally shot this entire video on a a6500 + sigma 30mm kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYOcaZp8q7-efcU

[@noisackda2564]

@ant billionz Well the sensors are exactly the same so yeah. I'm just speaking of quality of life features like flip up screen and larger battery. I consider those two things game changers. Love my a6500 but my workflow would go so much smoother if I had the flip up screen and better battery.

[@mcronq]

a6400 has no IBIS

[@noisackda2564]

@@mcronq IBIS in these a6000 series cameras aren't great. Very over rated IMO. It might be useful if you're shooting nature with a telephoto lens, but not much improvement for general video work or city photography. That's just my thought.

[@arist8989]

real-time tracking also depends on your lens, YOU SHOULD REMEMBER THAT. and tell you what they're right; YOUR CRAZY. . .? I rather have the A73 than a a6600, not just the FF issue, and the real-time tracking you saying about A73 is wrong, I have A92, A9, A7R4, A7R3, A73, and A7S2 and ALL OF MY FF SONY are just doing great, back to a6600 to a6500 for 2019, I'll go for a6500. Cuz a6600 cost will be close to A73, compare to a6500

[@punculis]

Thank's, its FullHD same quality like 6500? on 6500 FHD its sacks 4k its excellent

[@Ade5]

Sony-users are not expecting the moon.. They are expecting an equivalent to the XT-3 .. Which is much cheaper than the a6600..

[@aliendroneservices6621]

INB4 "Just get an a7iii for $1,800", which I don't necessarily disagree with. As far as full-frame glass costing more, you can shoot the a7iii in crop mode with crop glass and it's still a better camera.

[@sosomelodies659]

Crop mode on a7iii reduces megapixels significantly. A6600 gives you instant reach and retains full resolution.

[@aliendroneservices6621]

@@sosomelodies659 Most applications don't need more than 2 megapixels. a7iii retains 10 megapixels in crop mode.

[@sosomelodies659]

@@aliendroneservices6621 you're kidding right? 2mp?

[@aliendroneservices6621]

@@sosomelodies659 Where do you publish your photos? Where I publish mine, I need 2 megapixels.

[@sosomelodies659]

@@aliendroneservices6621so... based on your needs any smartphone is more than adequate. End of story.

[@michaelbates4785]

A6500 has a higher buffer than the A6600. If your into wildlife photography. That could be the limitation of the A6600

[@santaaugustino1]

i don't like a 6600 because it doesn't have flash light built-in....

[@dreamwavefilms-weddingvide2695]

NO FLASH ??? WHY SONY ??? I still keeping nex 6 , it is OK for family holidays, and flash make great job, you can move up, , back , it is so much fun using this small flash. Mirroless Sony system is great if you need compact system, flash is part of this. I love zeiss 24f1.8 , samyang 12 f2 , Sony 85 1.8 Great for holiday, everything in pocket Sony you have to give back flash, Buying external flash system gets bulky

[@ShantanuMonga]

I want sell my Nikon D750’ and. Will buy a6600.

[@Hawtload]

6600: HLG video

[@GunnyNinja]

Now that the A6600 is $1200, there is zero reason to buy the A6500.

[@ZoneTelevision]

The 66 is a fail. Save your money and get the 61. All the camera anyone needs.

[@lordz7281]

6600 is more a video giant.. not for me!

[@dereksuperstrong1210]

The 6400 was the newest, before the 61& 66… But you knew that , right????

[@jeddi209]

Can anyone confirm this? I was planning to buy a VLOG camera and the Sony A6xxxx's came across as one of the best.

[@tonybest9307]

every video bangs on about video ..there are 1000s like me don't ever do video..be nice for photo only comparison...ive had 2 a6500 bodies..for last 5 years thinking last cpl years to upgrade..but a6600 a6700 is all about video..not worth digging deep into my pocket..

[@rayyanthamim]

Lot of sixysyx hundred