Sony A6600 vs Sony A6400 vs Sony A6100 - Which Camera is for You?

In this video I will explain the key differences between the Sony A6600 (bhpho.to/35Zxeqg), A6400 (bhpho.to/2ER4hR7), and A6100 (bhpho.to/2Zj4Sol) This way you can decide with confidence which camera is right for you and your needs! Please feel free to ask questions below and have a great day :)
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[@MyEverydayBeauty]

Loved your comparisons, simple and straightforward. 🙂

[@ForViewingOnly]

Hey Jay, thanks for your continued coverage of Sony cameras and lenses. Your videos are always interesting and informative. I hope you and your family have a happy and healthy 2020.

[@daniellara306]

Im new to Sony Cameras, Thanks for the Video! Good Suggestion at the end.

[@rondub]

Best comparison of these cameras that I have seen yet. Thanks

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much Ron!

[@k8hayes]

Awesome video. Keep up the good work. I enjoy watching the videos on your channel. I picked up the a6600 today. Can’t wait to test it out!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Very cool! I'm uploading my highly detailed Sony A6600 Review today so stayed tuned for that ;)

[@ProjectAnubisUSA]

Awesome review! One thing to add for vlogging, none of these cameras will have awesome stability like GoPro. You might want to save money and buy the cheaper option (6400) and a gimbal which is extra weight especially with the 6600 it will need a lager gimbal due to the weight. Look at stability videos during movement to see what will fit your needs. Also, rolling shutter is an apparent issue in these cameras without a gimbal.

[@Ali-uh2go]

Loved the checkmarks and X it helped a lot! Thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it helped!

[@jatinderkumar-sq7rx]

Great review sir I appreciate it thanks❤

[@Aemilindore]

I have been looking through many camera channels but your channel is very specifically made for the Sony alpha.it made be subscribe with the bell and because your content is really really good

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much Paul ;)

[@ErichHaubrich]

Great video, as always! Cheers, Jay.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@prakritiyainamah8015]

One of best difference or comparison of Sony cameras. Amazing video.

[@ArikLicholat]

After watching your video I decided to get myself the a6400. I'm very excited to get started and learn more as I go. Thanks so much for this informative video.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome choice and be sure to check out this A6400 tutorial to get the most out of your camera ;) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqWVfKNjZ9J2fqM

[@tpg5974]

I made the decision to go from DSLR (D3300) to mirrorless. I hear great things about the A6600, especially for my purposes; action shots of my girls playing softball and family photos. BUT... this makes the second video I have watched today that mentioned the lack of a built-in flash. I really don't use one that often, but for someone reason that almost makes this a dealbreaker for me. Gotta do more research I guess.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Yeah I hear ya ;) I have learned to not use the flash mostly, but instead carry a small portable video light for when extra light is needed.

[@robinexner]

Great Video! Thank you, Jay!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you :)

[@brianallan1974]

Great overview of the various crop sensor cameras.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks Brian ;)

[@Kevindelacerna]

Great video. I appreciate your authenticity.

[@Jason_Hermann]

I appreciate that :)

[@tenzintsetan10]

Phew! Been searching this!

[@fellaandfriends]

Thank you for the vedio I wanted to ask you I wanna go all full on photography which of the 3 should I get

[@itsanupam3900]

This is best comparison video , well done Jay !! BUT i need you to answer one question please - What is the average raw and jpeg size of a6100 and a6400?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks, and around 25MB give for take for a a6400 raw file. It also depends on how much color variety and detail there is in the scene.

[@OAlhassan]

thanks

[@ArtZoneInside]

such good detail.... thnx

[@Jason_Hermann]

Most welcome 😊

[@johnashcroft-jones6091]

Thanks Jay. I had not done a spec comparison between these models and am now much better informed. I love/hate the Sony system and am still happy with my a7r and a6000 with all my mixed bag of lenses, old FDs, the Sigma Trio, E and FE kit lenses. I these times, with diminished sales levels in all markets, who is buying the new stuff?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Hey John I appreciate the comments! Sales are down across the board, but there are always some people looking to buy new cameras, it just depends on where your at in life I suppose ;) I just recently purchased the A6400, because my Nex-6 was working great for so long. Then 4k came out, so I felt like I really needed to upgrade considering what I do on this channel and all ;) I also have the original A7R and it still works awesome for photography in particular as long as the subjects are not moving to fast ofcourse....

[@thebritfix]

What a great review! I was torn between a6100 and 6400 and other videos had so much rambling and extras then I found you ok will finish video now to see which one I want

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful!

[@artistjoh]

I think the A6400 is the value choice here, wen considering features vs price. However, the biggest choice factor is that 100 grams. I use a gimbal anyway (the A6600 IBIS is not good enough to eliminate the gimbal) and it should be noted that the A6400 with lens is at the top limit of the Feiyu Tech G6 Plus payload limit (which is 800 grams), while the A6600 is too heavy with most lenses, and requires a heavier gimbal like a Zhiyun Crane. This makes a huge difference in terms of strain on the arm. I too love the bigger battery, headphone jack, and IBIS, but that comes at the cost of an extra 100 grams. By the end of the day that 100 grams will feel like 500 or more :) then factoring in the weight of the Crane, it is a big lump. It is a significantly heavier camera than the A6400 on a G6 Plus.

[@olivergoncalves1217]

Jason, does the 6600 do 180's? (stitching?)

[@hussainalkhulaif2461]

Great compare videos 👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽, i am beginner i will go with 6100

[@Jason_Hermann]

Good choice and thanks for the comments!

[@WilliamWallaceRoss]

Because the a6100 does not have the in-camera level, I can not recommend it at this time. I have to guess whether or not I am getting a level shot, so, I have to use a tripod if I need it to be level. There is a level in my camera bag to level out that tripod. Thanks for showing us the differences.

[@DadsDomain]

With the recent price drops I'm leaning towards the a6100 with a second lens and waiting for them to release a new sensor someday

[@Jason_Hermann]

Smart move if you don't need the features offered in the A6400 and/or A6600!!

[@swimsmart824]

wow your image quality is amazing! what gear do you use for your videos?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you! For this video I used my old Sony Nex-6 for a lot of the overhead shooting, but I also used my Sony A6400 (amzn.to/2Ya34Pk) w/ Sigma 30mm f/1.4 Lens (amzn.to/2UVB53P) in 4K for when I was in front of the camera. For lighting I was using a very affordable Impact Incandescent lighting kit (bhpho.to/316Kl9s).. however, I am now in the process of upgrading my Lighting to LED's though... (amzn.to/2BxZQw4)

[@swimsmart824]

thanks for the replay! would you say the sigma 30mm is better in terms of sharpness then the sony 35 1.8 (paired with sony 6600)

[@ChrisParayno]

A6100 ftw!

[@mihirgolani66]

What should I buy The A6400 with Sony 10-18mm and Sony 35mm Or the A6600 with Sigma 16mm and 30mm ? My use is Travel vlogging I have already ordered the first combination but I'm still confused please help me I can the order as well

[@NakProjek]

I am so torn over which sony mirrorless apsc I should get. I just started my own youtube channel and have been using my smartphone for all vid records so far. A step up to a6100 or a6400 will definitely be a major upgrade for me but which one? And could I start with the kit lens 16-50mm or would you recommend a more suitable fixed lens for overhead shots like how you did in this video? A6600 is a no go for me just because of budget. Besides, I believe I got alot to learn first on using a proper mirrorless camera before spending much more.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Hello, and for your situation I would recommend the A6100 or the more expensive A6400 if you want a few more features as mentioned in this video. The kit lens will work fine for you and allow you to figure out what focal range works for what you are doing. Then later you can invest is prime lenses if you wanted for better quality. For this overhead shot I was using my 18-55mm kit lens which Sony does not make anymore, because they replaced it with the new 16-50mm kit lens. I would also highly recommend getting a microphone that plugs into the camera mic port. SOmething like the Rode VideoMicro (bhpho.to/2yPeEWe) for example. I hope that helps?

[@eternalrealestateconstruct9121]

Many thanks

[@Jason_Hermann]

You are very welcome ;) Jay

[@judejoseph1923]

Thanks 😀

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're welcome 😊

[@andrebauer777]

IBIS, bigger grip and better battery is big big plus for the 6600.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Yes, I agree Andre ;) Thanks for the comments!

[@HowardsHaunt]

The 6600 it is then! Thanks!!!

[@jimthomson9044]

Very helpful information, in-depth comparison (are you sure the a6400 offers weather protection?), quality video package (w/o BS rap music and associated shouting/dancing. :). HOWEVER, I think you fell short of the mark by not stepping out and making a value-based RECOMMENDATION of one over the other based on over-all feature set and price.

[@Jason_Hermann]

I went with the A6400 ;)

[@flash5133]

A6100❤

[@Lucamitm]

Happy holidays! Is the sensor the same as the 6000? Thanks

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you and no they are not the same although very similar. The A6000 has the older sensor with way less phase detection autofocus points. 179 vs 425 to be exact ;) Image quality wise, very similar, although the newer cameras are slightly better in that regard.

[@mcallbee]

Jay, do any of these cameras offer timecoding to speed up syncing in post??

[@Jason_Hermann]

Yes, the A6400 and A6600 both have Timecode options Mark ;)

[@bobinoregon2859]

Well done comparison. I think Sony removed the flash from the A6600 to make it more weather-proof. Comparing price of the A6600 to the A7III - well, it is apples and oranges. APS-C cameras are lighter, and comparable lenses are both significantly lighter in many case, and a LOT less expensive for quality glass. You get a whole lot more bang for the buck with APS-C, even the top of the line A6600 than you do with ANY full frame camera, and a fine outfit weights a lot less too. I for an am sticking with APS-C. Cheers

[@Jason_Hermann]

Great points Bob and thank you for the comments! APS-C is certainly the bang for the buch as far as sensor size, weight, and output quality. The 2x crop factor M43 systems are also pretty amazing in that regard, but I still prefer the larger 1.5x sensor systems for more depth of field control. Jay

[@ananthums8970]

❤️

[@timmsfiles9079]

Torn between the a6600 and A6400. Would the in built body stability give a between result over the OSS in the kit lens?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Yes the Sensor stabilization on the A6600 would work together with the lens optical stabilization giving you significantly better results then just OSS when hand holding for example.

[@ketanbuch18]

Hi Jay, could the low resolution viewfinder be a deal breaker ? How different it is from hi-res ones and does it really matter in real life situation ?

[@geirjohannesen667]

I thought the A6400 would be good enough, but I ended up getting the A6600.

[@xradrd]

Geir Johannesen me too! Love it

[@BatrisyiaHalims]

Do you regret buying it instead of the 6400? Asking because I’m also considering between those 2 🤔

[@hoyosphotography]

Used A6100 with 16-50 kit lens for 550 or A6400 body only for 750...which should I get? my plan is to use as a backup/companion to my A7iii. I already have a A6000 with Sigma 30 1.4 and 50 1.8. I do photography no video, mainly weddings. The better autofocus is what is intriguing vs my A6000. Thoughts?! Thanks

[@Jason_Hermann]

Can't go wrong ;) It's a cheaper build, but IQ and AF are the same!

[@mihirgolani66]

Hi dude I wanted to know what should I buy The A6600 with Sony 10-18 and Sony 35mm Or A6400 with Sigma 16mm and 30mm My use is travel vlogging and videos. Please do answer Thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Wow, that is a tuff one... I personally went for the A6400 and Sigma lenses, but the the other kit you have there is a really good as well. The 10mm is super wide when compared to 16mm, so if you want that ultra wide angle, your going to need a lens like that. If you want the sensor stabilization, then go for the a6600... Why not the A6600 with the Sigma lenses or the A6400 with the 10-18mm and 35mm though?

[@mihirgolani66]

@@Jason_Hermann I wrote it upside down actually it was a6400 with 10-18 and 35mm And yes I'm buying the same combination because I want that wide perspective. Thank you for the help.

[@GTRMclaren722]

Im planning to use the 6100 ALWAYS with a gimbal....does the autofocus is as good as the 6600?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Yes, basically the same exact AF functionality.

[@ronaldmccaferty9700]

I have the Sony a77 & 99 11 camera if I buy the 6600 can or will a adapter work with my A mount lens on the 6600?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Yes, the Sony LA-EA5 lens adapter (amzn.to/3sqgHcX) will do the job Ronald!

[@iamoues]

Gonna go with A6400 ❤️

[@Jason_Hermann]

It's a great camera!

[@iamoues]

@@Jason_Hermann should I try Fujifilm or go with the A6400

[@KT97379]

Nice comparison.. I narrowed down to 6100 or 6400.. which would be better for wildlife photography? Thanks 👍

[@Jason_Hermann]

Either camera will produce exceptionally good image quality. but the A6400 (bhpho.to/32wgPZA) does offer much better weather sealing and a larger buffer which is helpful when taking tons of pictures in a row. In addition the A6400 has a more robust camera body and will be able to support heavy lenses better as well. I hope that helps, Jay

[@KT97379]

@@Jason_Hermann ok thanks... Clear my mind... btw which telephoto lens will be better to pair with 6400 ( budget friendly though)☺️ thanks again👍

[@Jason_Hermann]

@@KT97379 Well for the best budget friendly lens I would recommend the E 55-210mm (bhpho.to/3jeisC3) However I would recommend the E 70-350mm G OSS Lens (bhpho.to/34v7zYu) for the better quality and extra reach ;) Rember, the lens is really what sets apart the image quality, more so than the camera these days. The sensors are all awesome, but the lenses are what really takes the image quality to the next level and you get what you pay for... I hope that helps! Jay

[@KT97379]

@@Jason_Hermann yeah thanks..I'm also thinking of getting 70 350. I also wanna know, how much of a difference in image quality when compared with full frame counterpart (say 100 400 or 200 600 )...I know they are quite expensive though😄

[@Jason_Hermann]

@@KT97379 Well, the full frame lenses are really good also for sure! I would say the 200-600mm has about the same image quality as the 70-350mm overall, except for the focal length of course. The FE 100-400mm however is a bit better due to the GM badge which gives it better focusing abilities, build quality, color, and contrast output. Even more lens options with links to reviews here: www.sonyalphalab.com/guides/sony-e-mount-lens-guide/

[@Lucamitm]

Does same sensor mean same color and editing capabilities in raw?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Yes

[@jacobswedberg1402]

I like the way you say a6100

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks ;) lol

[@jarrod7465]

The problem with the A6600 is that for the same price I can get a full frame A7iii. Which is just better all round. Really to me it seems the A6400 and A6100 are where most people looking at these apsc bodies will be drawn to

[@jenesuispasbavard]

Yeah, the a6600 is $1200 at B&H, and the a7 III is $1800... (Both $200 off MSRP).

[@Jason_Hermann]

Well $1800 vs $1200 currently, but with the A6600 you get a lighter camera with a 180 flip screen. It really depends on your needs and I agree it is a tuff decision ;)

[@jarrod7465]

@@Jason_Hermann depends on the country. If you have a lot of import taxes like we do in Australia the A6600 costs $2600 AUD (new) The A7iii recently dropped in price you can get them for $2400 AUD (new) So it's actually cheaper to get an A7iii here lol

[@Dani-qc3th]

What camera ar you recored the video?

[@Jason_Hermann]

The intro was recorded with he A6400 in 4k, and the overhead footage was recorded with my New-6.

[@Time.Space.Heal.]

I’ve consumed way too much info over the past 3 days of research…lol I have no idea now 😜

[@Jason_Hermann]

lol

[@wasilbrx]

Used A6100 or used a6300? To photography, I will not make videos too often. Used A6300 is quite clearly cheaper...

[@Jason_Hermann]

hmmm, not sure which I would go with honestly. Very similar features and all, but better build quality on the A6300 with less plastic...

[@FawnandEvon]

I wanted to now how the a6600 is for video for youtubers?

[@Jason_Hermann]

It's a great option I would say ;)

[@FawnandEvon]

Thanks. I’ll add that to the list, I like the weather resistant, do you know about operation in cold conditions?

[@enriquefernandez8779]

You forgot, only the a6600 has eye af in video

[@Jason_Hermann]

Sorry about that.

[@danielmchenry1000]

Am looking for doing video

[@Jason_Hermann]

If using a tripod the a6400 or now the ZV-E10 would be the best options in my opinion.

[@sudipbholon8220]

i am going to buy Sony a6400 because of the price.

[@LuisPerez-fy6up]

Sudip Bholon I returned mine the rolling shutter is awful unusable.

[@neoenemy4145]

@@LuisPerez-fy6up what did you go for?

[@LuisPerez-fy6up]

@@neoenemy4145 I got the a7iii with Tamron 28-75 f2.8! And the Sony 200-600 g lens with a waterproof camo sleeve. The a7iv is coming soon so awesome!!! The 4K video with this combo is amazing!!!!!!!!

[@JRMoritz]

I am guessing that the A6400 and A6300 are quite similar?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Yes it is very similar, but no 180 flip touchscreen, and not as good autofocus technology and latest features, like Animal Eye-AF and Interval shooting for example. Getting a a6300 used (bhpho.to/2Y7wDxZ) is certainly a great option though for sure depending on your needs!

[@maximme]

from the grips alone you can tell the complaints Sony received.... NOW, if you have a good look, ALL new sony cameras are back to regular DSLR sizes.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks for the comments Micheal and they are certainly working there way back to the DSLR camera body format which I knew was inevitable from the beginning. They are not there yet though. I have been asking for the A99 II camera body in the mirrorless form for sometime and was hoping the A9 would adopt that type of body. It's the best camera body as far as ergonomics go that I have ever used, especially when holding large heavy glass. Canon and Nikon just went directly to the DSLR style with there first mirrorless bodies, which was smart in my opinion. Holding a camera with little to no gip and a large lens sucks, so Sony had no choice but to slowly work there way back. The ergonomics on the Sony mirrorless cameras have always been a complaint from some customers. I honestly feel this was their plan from the very beginning. They started with the ultra compact lightweight mirrorless Nex-5, which basically had almost no grip, and they have been getting larger ever since. Sony then branched out and the Nex-3 series was ultra compact, while the 5, 6, and 7-series got the more beefy grip. Now the A6600 has a near DSLR grip, but still could be drastically improved when compared to a crop facto DSLR camera like the A57 or A77 II for example... If you want an ultra compact camera, you are better off going with something like the RX100 series these days, or looking at a M43 camera system. Most of those camera bodies are significantly smaller. I wonder if SOny will come out with a 7-series at some point. If so, I think they should adopt the A77 II style camera body and just call it a day ;)

[@maximme]

@@Jason_Hermann / yeah. agreed. EVen Olympus and Panasonic has grown larger... Canon and Nikon were right in the ergonomics department. BUT both are slow to IBIS, so that leaves SONY way ahead out there.

[@95mrf]

I will buy a 6400 with kit lens

[@Jason_Hermann]

Best of luck with it!!

[@SolaSly]

A6100 no eye autofocus in 4k video

[@genghis2510]

With so many over zealous measurebators contradicting each other on their reviews of the a6600, etc. I upgraded my a5100 getting a new iPhone instead - that could do much more than take photos.