The Sony A6100: Saving $150 Isn't Worth It

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[@caliv0608]

For anyone watching this currently, the price difference is now in the $500-700 range on Amazon.

[@michaelmorar1]

Yes I agree the 6400 is worth paying an additional $150. As noted by caliv0608 and others the current price difference (for me) is $599 versus $999. In this case I don’t think the 6400 is worth the additional $400-700. It seems in his closing statements he might agree.

[@flyinbryanfpv]

@@michaelmorar1 Where are you finding it for 599??? wow not finding that anywhere

[@flymanhawaii]

You predicted correctly! Now a6100 price difference is about $300 to a6400. So a6100 make sense now

[@michaelblack4033]

I own an a6300 and my wife surprised me with an a6400. I'm pleasantly surprised by the difference. The autofocus on the a6400 is incredible.

[@Superguy2096]

Recently upgraded from my a5000 to the a6400 largely due to you and your videos, keep it up 💪🏾👌🏽

[@nicholashopp1619]

No plan to upgrade from a6000 just a hobby. Rather spend the money to upgrade my lenses.

[@mohsin_sait]

I actually upgraded from an a6000 because financially it makes sense in the long run. I sold off the a6000 before it lost its value at a great price and got a great deal on the a6400 as well.

[@jelianfilm1434]

I have a6000 and I order a6400

[@funkyjoshx]

@@mohsin_sait What was the deal??

[@PeterPing]

I upgrade my A6000 to A7III after using it for 2 years. I am a stock photographer and A6000 just doesn't cut it.

[@mohsin_sait]

@@funkyjoshx sold it used for about $430 with the 16-50 lens. It was a year old.

[@dpham01]

If you frequently shoot in aperture priority, then the a6400 (also a6300,a6500,a6600) allows you to set the minimum shutter speed before bumping up the ISO. This is really handy when shooting sports shots. Sony calls it "ISO Auto Min SS". I use this all the time and really value this feature. The a6100 (and a6000) does not have this feature.

[@billyholic]

does the a6100 allow me to use auto ISO in Manual mode?

[@matthewbryant4638]

@@billyholic Yes

[@yash_kambli]

Can u elaborate further? Does that mean in auto mode or aperture priority, shutter speed can be go down too low that causes motion blur and so only option is to shoot in manual or shutter priority and let camera to adjust aperture and iso, right?

[@jayrasplico8244]

Love how you do reviews. Makes me wanna watch the whole video!!

[@alexmm01]

I planned to get this camera but got tired of waiting for it so I just got a 6400 instead. I figured for another $150, the upgrades were worth it. It is a big step up from the NEX5 I have been using for many many years.

[@mousepotatop9767]

The current retail price for the a6100 is $598. And $698 for the one with lens kit. For 598, the body is great to get 4k, flip up screen and AF tracking. You can use Portrait mode with contrast/saturation dialed down and grade that.

[@lancenig]

Just bought an A6100....and now I'm currently boxing it back up. Thank you for this video. I found the A6400 for $100 more than what I paid for the 6100. Life saver bro!

[@GeneWaddle]

Unless like me you have no use at all for those features that are missing on the a6100. I have the 6000 and there are certain features I always wish it has. The 6100 has those features and no more. I like that.

[@ChrisParayno]

Bingo, at the end of the day for photos, it produces the same image. I can deal with the plastic body.

[@kiyoshim9593]

yeah its not like I have love for Magnesium of post-processing 😂

[@Highlander77]

Really great breakdown of the differences between these two camera, I hadn't heard some of these things mentioned anywhere else. It wouldn't have influenced any sort of buying decision for me, because I bought an a6400 before they even announced the a6100, but I occasionally wondered if I had just waited a few months whether I could have gotten everything I cared about and saved a little money. Seeing this has definitely put those thoughts to rest.

[@Highlander77]

@Don Mega Having upgraded from an a6000 to an a6400, I have to say I would still take the 6400 even at a considerable price difference. So many small improvements, but the biggest one being that I was never really happy with the low-light performance of the a6000. High ISO images just didn't look good. I was much happier with the images I get from the 6400 even at higher ISO, and being happier with the output is worth the extra cost to me.

[@jeffkatzer]

No planning on an upgrade from my a6000 anytime soon. Interesting to see what's the latest though.

[@stux]

Finally taking the plunge, A6400 on a good special today in my town so I’ve ordered it. Thanks for your many informative videos, they helped me to my decision. Cheer!

[@JulezDeJesus]

Upgrading my a6000 to 🥁 drumroll 🥁 the a6600. 😬 I pre-ordered it this past weekend. Hopefully it'll ship out with the first batch on 11/29 🙏🏾

[@comaodinsson3893]

I've seen this 150$ thing mentioned a lot but for 900$ I got the 10 - 50mm OSS and the 50-215mm OSS paired with the camera and the a6400 is 1299 with just one mid range lense.

[@matthewjeffres1289]

Thanks for your honest take on the 6100. I enjoy your way of presenting the information.

[@OpenFilmmaker]

Nice review! What were you filming on? And did you use a gimbal? I love the smooth sideways movement on the sidewalk. Great stuff as always!

[@Jobitto07]

Thats what I like about your videos, honest reviews. Thanks for this review, I’m a 6000 user and i want to get a newer camera, now i know that i can put out of the list the 6100.

[@llennxp90]

Been using Canon 70D and I do mostly photos at low light and gloomy weather conditions. Planning to switch to sony along with the sigma 16mm 1.4 lens. Should I be worried about the battery life in A6000 for photos only? or Should I consider the A6100 given the budget is close to $1000.

[@saskatchewandave]

I was just in this boat, from being a longtime a6000 user (6 years or so) I finally upgraded and went with 6400 just for the video profiles and better body

[@thomasnl3352]

Nice job, keep to great content coming . I own the a6300 so have no plans to upgrade 😊 Are you planning to do a review on the new Sony 70-350mm aps-c lens?

[@budgie1963]

Really enjoying your videos and this one is valuable for me since I'm still looking to buy into the Sony A6xxx series. Food for thought.

[@bloomfield295]

After watching this video, i am absolutely clear about the differences between the two. Thank u so much, you are making awesome content man, keep going!

[@matteosivilotti9800]

Waiting a week for black friday deals and I'll smash those affiliate links of yours. Happy to support a great content creator!!!

[@nord7556]

What's a black Friday sale?

[@matteosivilotti9800]

@@nord7556 it's a weekend (Thanksgiving weekend) in USA where stores have a lot of products at a discounted price.

[@boeing900]

Matteo Sivilotti Yup, so will I. Looking for a sale on the Sony 90mm

[@davemunoz9742]

Sony a6100 currently 649.99

[@matteosivilotti9800]

@@davemunoz9742 6400 hasn't changed yet 😪

[@robertcudlipp3832]

As usual, nice ,simple easily digested presentation.

[@realpicproductions1269]

Hi Arthur, great videos I have followed your channel for a very long time, the quality is just getting better and better. Can I ask what hot shoe mount is that on the a6400?

[@ArthurR]

Yes, here it is!: (on Sale with a 20% off coupon) so its $10.36 shipped! amzn.to/2qp147K

[@MrPhilbautista]

I'm looking to upgrade my a6000 to a 61, 64 or 65. I prefer to adapt EF mount lenses but am curious as to how the new AF system would improve performance when using adapted lenses. Is Eye AF performing like a native lens when using adapters like the Sigma MC-11 or Viltrox EF-E? How is video AF performance too? Thanks for any input.

[@DiaLFonZo]

Great review and I enjoy every single of your videos. I have a tilt lens coming, it would be nice to see you making a review about it.

[@dannfish]

Thanks for the content, I want to upgrade from my a6000 to either the a6100 or the a6400. I appreciate your thoughts on the and points you made on the white balance lock and the color profiles for video. I think I would use that feature and it is worth $150 more.

[@skipfisher2948]

Arthur, your info is timely and helpful. Bought A6000 when it came out and I want to upgrade. Had been considering A7iii, but now leaning more towards 6400 or 6600. I'm sort of an intermediate photographer. For a future video, I'd love to see tips for particular conditions, especially astro/night shots. Keep up the great work.

[@LaCataMusical]

I agree! I see no point in getting the 6100... after buying the 6400 I was a little upset when the 6600 came out but luckily and thanks to your reviews now I know I got the right camera.

[@PatrickJaszewski]

9:07 - that color grade! haha. Joking aside, very informative comparison. Thank you for posting!

[@DurfDiggler]

3:56 sounds like you had the a6100 set to “Hi” (8 fps) and not on “Hi+” (11 fps).

[@spartan14U]

That's what I was going to mention

[@aryanenzo]

Upgraded from A6000 to A6600 yesterday! I was wondering if you're planning on reviewing it soon? And the 70-350mm G OSS

[@michaeljmueller]

Finally someone is pointing this out. I watched many reviews but none ended with this no-brainer verdict. In Germany the price difference is currently 80€.

[@boeing900]

Great promo pic of your wife for the video. Kinda told me you weren’t thrilled with the a6100...lol.

[@sebastiank.2052]

Thanks Arthur, Totaly agree with your opinion! Great review as usual :)

[@KardosoMedia]

Great comparison Arthur! I have the A6400 and love it!

[@paulf1767]

Great to see a comparison. I have the 6000 and have thought about an upgrade. Could you tell me if the 6400 can be set for a minimum shutter speed please.

[@outdoorstil8319]

Excellent review! Quick question: Now that the price difference is $300, what camera do you recommend?

[@iwangmail]

I still use A6000 with lens 18-105, Auto-Focus dan burst speed is amazing.

[@aaftabpk]

Thanks for great information.

[@maviring]

1:27 it is a microphone input, not headphones

[@maxwell5428]

TenderDeer yeah I was really confused that the a6100 got headphone but not the a6400

[@moonspark8476]

Yeah, same...

[@amirimranz]

this video is very helpful. keep doing this kind of comparison video. thank you bro!

[@quiteamazing9703]

I had researched both and opted for the A6100. Between the two, I know B&H has a special body-only $150 difference. K&M is $300. Depending on where you order from from, date and specials, the difference is closer to $250-400 less for a 6100 for a turn-key package. On both models the lens and camera coupling are susceptable to weather. Yea on the S-Log. Some have commented that there's a lot you can do in post with Davinci Resolve. Yea on Magnesium feeling more solid than plastics. I had done some 200g vibration/drop tests on aircraft electronics and I agree with this comment: "Plastics generally do better when they strike a hard surface because the shell can flex slowing down the impact jarring the interior components less than a metal rigid body would. A metal body falling against concrete would be a hard shock to everything inside." Regarding features, going from a 6000 to a 6100/6400 is more significant wouldn't you say ? Having the Flip Up Screen, 4K video & Mic Input are significant. I'd like to see the price of the IBIS feature on the elite models come down as they are over-priced since the video still looks bumpy on the 6500/6600 Perhaps when the 6700 is introduced ?. As you see in many comments on lenses, price should be a factor in comparing the degree in which model 2 is better than model 1.

[@Ziontastic]

in-depth review. so much differences vs a6400. thank you!

[@robmann101]

Thanks this video really points out the differences and helped me make my choice

[@RahulMakhijaOfficial]

Will there be any Video quality difference b/w sony a6400 vs a6600. Like dynamic range or sharpness??

[@pop1348]

@1:26 Headphone jack or microphone jack ? I think it's a mircophone input...

[@Susazeu]

Arthur, could you compare it to the 5100? I love mine for the size and with the kit lens is a wonderful travel companion. Since I suffer from the shakes my main camera is the 6500. It would be very useful to know if this could replace the 5100. Thanks!

[@darksideemt]

I already did my upgrade, a6000->a6400. I don't do video but love the AF upgrade with the new camera.

[@JUNO2206]

I have never seen such a content crisp video. Thumps up.

[@hmoobs1]

What kind of cold shoe do you have on the A6400? TIA

[@JB_Hobbies]

Good points. Gonna update my wishlist.

[@josephmok3045]

Do you have issues of overheating with A6100?

[@debayanmitter]

Great content. So I just decided to buy the 6400 after watching this and your other videos. This is both my first mirrorless and Sony so I am not sure if I should get the kit lens or one from sigma. I want a fast prime like 35mm f1.8 and a telephoto like around 300mm. Can you help me out? Thanks!!! :)

[@busymamatips1475]

Hi Arthur, how is shutter roll on them compared to a6000? Thanks

[@matthieupapin6483]

I still don't see anywhere if upgrading from a6000 to a6400 worth it for still photography. Do you have an advice ?

[@italeritamiya9764]

Hello Mr Arthur R , Would you mind to do a test, compare the image quality of a6100 & a6000 with same lens ? I have a6000 and thinking about should I upgarde to a6100, thank you so much Mr Arthur.

[@onerugrat]

Cool how you did alot of walking during the video. Great job.

[@whatsinmygarage9303]

Hi Arthur, thanks for your great Videos. I just purchased the Sony a6400 for a trip to India, Could you let me know what program I should use to convert the Raw images. as I am stuck been a long-time Nikon shooter and have been using Aperture from Apple however this does not work with the sony raw images. Thanks, Paul

[@ArthurR]

I honestly couldnt tell you. I dont shoot raw because the files are huge, cumbersome, and offer little added benefit especially when you are using Sony lenses. Someone else might be able to answer that for you though.

[@sauravbasu8805]

How was your India tour ?

[@jimmychavedo8038]

Thank you for highlighting these differences in a simple straightforward way. I’m looking for the best mirrorless or DSLR for around $1200 or less (body only) to record my nieces. One is a gymnast and the other does local community theater. I will be purchasing a 70-200mm f2.8 lens for whatever body I choose as well. I’m looking for eye autofocus that functions in 4k. Some have suggested Sony a6600 (I’m a little concerned about the rolling shutter) others have suggested Canon M6 Mark ii (some have said eye autofocus doesn’t work in 4k) Any help from other viewers would also be appreciated.

[@MarkRLeach]

Now I am waiting for the a6400 vs. a6600.... thanks, great analysis!

[@soltu01]

I have seen like 50 videos of you, for Sony APSC camera and video. I have a question for you @arthur R. I am planning to buy a6100. confused in between a6100 and a6400. I am video shooter. How much more dynamic range the HLG log will give if you compare a6100 video vs a6400 video. Please I need that answer from you.

[@corykphotography]

What small lenses do you recommend for the Sony apsc cameras? I am trying to put together a camera body that I can bring into concerts but is absolutely slim.

[@HectorMartinez-xv4re]

Just bought the a6100 for $700 including the kit lens. For that price difference I’m perfectly fine with the features it’s missing. I’ll use the money I save to buy a nice lens or even a gimbal 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@superweirdo225]

me too, picked up the sigma 30mm lens along with it for the price of an a64 cam body.

[@mirrorlessny]

a6100 is a great camera,,, I just wish that in future all cameras in this price range & up will have IBIS as a standard feature

[@salty_zone]

Good review ! Thanks for sharing

[@JoelRiveraMD]

What is the buffer difference between a6400 and A6600?

[@org1n]

Thank u 4 this bro!

[@mayurpatil2903]

Can i use and charge simultaneously sonya6100 with Power bank

[@bankomeister11]

I’m upgrading my a6000 to the a6600 and can’t wait for it to arrive! Any tips for setting it set up and digging through the mountains of settings for video? I never got into video with the a6000 but it’s my primary purpose for the a6600

[@ArthurR]

I don't mess with a bunch of settings. Honestly I think I change about 5 things and thats it. If there is interest I could post up a vid.

[@taqiahmadi8342]

Hi Arthur, I hope you can help me out regarding my a6100, would you please tell me if the Zhiyun crane m2 can handle a6100 and a sigma 16mm ?! Thanks

[@PhonePhone-fh9zq]

Does the a6100 have a record limit? Different videos and websites are saying they do have a 30 minute record limit? Can anyone confirm this?

[@marshallgibson7817]

4:30 ok bro I can handle all the walking youre doing to an extent... But as soon as you start walking backwards through an intersection without looking... Thats where I draw the line

[@omegasalmonfish]

Lmao

[@googlefriend7685]

Same I clicked away

[@chinenko7741]

You killed me sir.

[@JurizHD]

goddamn! same reason i disliked this content

[@virginiacamper]

Glad I’m not the only person, completely distracted by all the walking.

[@alfa170d]

There is a contradicting info from reviewers in regards to the no record time limit on the a6100 and I'm wandering if you could let us know, does the a6100 has no video record time limit like the a6400 or is it limited to 30min like the a6300/a6500

[@walterzannoni]

I have the 6400 and I understand that the 6100 does not have the possibility to set a minimum shutter speed with the automatic ISO mode. Is it correct?

[@hughclarke8504]

Hey Arthur, I have had the A6000 now for 2 yrs. I have done too much photographic but now I am wondering if I should trade up. If you recommend that I do, should I choose, the A6100, A6400 or A6500? Please let me know your thoughts. Thanks

[@JohnDoe-fu4qd]

what lavalier mic did you use in making this video?

[@paulm4652]

noooo im looking at between the a6000 and the a6100... my Nex6 died this week... what do you think?

[@skiplegday4718]

i bought my a6100 in new condition for 470€ + the kit lens is that a good deal?

Right now the A6100 is at 600 USD while the A6400 is at 900 usd. So for me it was a NO BRAINER, purchasing the A6100..

[@dewantausifyarchowdhury2449]

Right now the 6400 is 798 which I feel is the lightest I'm willing to spend for the extra features

[@AJCoReTV]

6400 has color profiles & weather resistance. Otherwise Identical w/ no IBIS? am I close?

[@GURMEMUTFAKTA]

In Turkey there is approximately 300 dollar difference between these two. What would you advise me?

[@shastasteve]

Great video. I am going to upgrade my a6000 mostly for the auto focus. I don't do any video but may in the future. I was going to go with the 6100 but pretty much came down to all the things you pointed out. Also I believe the 6600 and the 6400 have upgraded shutters that are supposed to last much longer. Another thing is if you are really tight with money the 6400 is available used for a decent price right now.

[@WildFireGaming7]

I plan on getting the A6100 for vlogging. Can anyone recommend a good rode mic for under 150$?

[@dinagalall]

i need some advice please. I have a nikon d3100 with a 50mm f1.8 that i want to upgrade. I mainly do photography but recently i have been interested in video. I really want a full frame and i am torn between getting the sony A7ii, and the sony a6400 for my budget. So should o go full frame with old technology and video capabilities or crop with the latest technology?

[@mirrorlessny]

I would get used a7ii just because of ibis, but a6400 has selfie screen & better autofocusing plus when using Sigma f1.4 lenses & 4k 24fps it will have full frame look

[@don7117]

4:30 watching you walking backwards into a lane of traffic waiting for screeching tires...

[@AndrewJones-tj6et]

I'm still shooting with the a6000. Been thinking of upgrading to a6600 or 2nd hand a6500 (much lower price) mainly to get the IBIS, better AF, bigger buffer, better EVF and bit better body. I may just wait until they upgrade the sensor. In the meantime I have just bought on good sale price the new Sony E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS which in my mind seems a better investment as I've decided I'm not going to go to a full frame system in the future.

[@RenaldoQuestelles]

6400 seems way out of my reach. I don’t mind settling for the 6100.

[@alishabush6596]

It’s 600 at Best Buy right now plus tax for the 6100

[@randomdude189]

Alisha Marie 700 where I’m at lol

[@wm1573]

@@randomdude189 900 where I'm at

[@ForeverDrunkckoi]

@@alishabush6596 damn I got it the wrong month I just got it last month for 800 that 300 sure wouldve been nice for that underwater camera protector

[@ForeverDrunkckoi]

@@wm1573 on the thing it says open box lowest they made an accident and listed a display camera but they cant give it so all they took off was fifty bucks for that error I was like dang I was hoping for 600 ish price not 800...but a6100 is a nice camera man

[@quite1enough]

dunno about weather sealing, I got a sensor dust on my a6400 16-50 kit, and I never detached lens before, and that dust was really hard to clean for some reason

[@jochenkraus7016]

At 1:30 you probably meant mic in. Sony wants you to get an A6600 or an A7 to get headphone output.

[@WillStinton]

2:23 I wanna know where I can find that cold shoe adapter!

[@NewsToAstonish]

I have the a6500 and I love it. I don't think I have to upgrade any time soon although I would love a flip-over screen, that can be very useful. Great video, Arthur.

[@theizza68]

You probably have the electronic front curtain shutter turned on which makes it sound slower as it only flaps once. If it's turned off, it flaps twice making it sound faster. I agree, the a6100 should be $699 at the most.

[@brookeb2227]

They go on sale. I got mine with a lens, $745 with tax.

[@al_photos_15]

wow i really needed this video. I have struggled to make a decision between the 6300 the 6100 and the 6400 and this ultimately changed my mind. ty

[@Remon0347]

Wat about getting a A7 Mark II instead of an A6400? Currently about the same price point and it supports all APC-C E-Mount lenses you own.

[@ArthurR]

The only full frame sony with good autofocus performance is the A7III and beyond. Models prior are pretty slow/inaccurate.

[@MomenGalalAref]

Can you talk about the old sony Nex7 in 2019 thank you

[@muminmiah5587]

Thanks a lot, all my research you have summarized in this video

[@truth5718]

Thanks bro 👍👌👌👌. Sure will use your link 😊 to buy