Sony A7 III vs Sony A6400
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Sony A7 III vs Sony A6400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Launched February 2018
- Succeeded the Sony A7 II
- Replacement is Sony A7 IV
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 102400)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 403g - 120 x 67 x 50mm
- Introduced January 2019
Sony A7 III vs Sony A6400 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Sony A7 III and Sony A6400, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the A7 III (24MP) and the A6400 (24MP) is fairly well matched but the A7 III (Full frame) and A6400 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe A7 III was revealed 10 months earlier than the A6400 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6400 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the A7 III grades vs the A6400 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony A7 III vs Sony A6400 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A7 III and Sony Alpha a6400. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A7 III Gallery and Sony A6400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Sony A6400
A7 III | A6400 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6400 over the Sony A7 III
A6400 | A7 III | |||
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Introduced | January 2019 | February 2018 | Newer by 10 months | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Sony A7 III and Sony A6400
A7 III | A6400 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Display resolution | 922k | 922k | Same display resolution | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Sony A7 III vs Sony A6400 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony A7 III enjoys external measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Sony A6400 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") having a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony A7 III and Sony A6400 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the A7 III versus the A6400.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A7 III and A6400 is 63 and 83 respectively.
Sony A7 III vs Sony A6400 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A7 III and A6400.
All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The A7 III contains the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The more aged A7 III is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Sony A7 III vs Sony A6400 Specifications
Sony Alpha A7 III | Sony Alpha a6400 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A7 III | Sony Alpha a6400 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-02-27 | 2019-01-15 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz X | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 852.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 32000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 693 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 121 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Off, auto, on, slow sync, rear sync, redeye reduction, wireless, hi-speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, XAVC-S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 650 grams (1.43 pounds) | 403 grams (0.89 pounds) |
Dimensions | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 120 x 67 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 96 | 83 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.0 | 24.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.7 | 13.6 |
DXO Low light score | 3730 | 1431 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 610 shots | 410 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FZ100 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick DUO (UHS-I compliant) |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Launch cost | $1,998 | $898 |