Sony A100 vs Sony A6600

In this article, we will be contrasting the Sony A100 versus Sony A6600, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both manufactured by Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the A100 (10MP) and A6600 (24MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The A100 was launched 14 years prior to the A6600 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony A6600 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A100 matches up against the A6600 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 & Sony Alpha a6600. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A100 Gallery & Sony A6600 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Sony A100 comes with outer measurements of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs) while the Sony A6600 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A100 versus Sony A6600 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the A100 versus the A6600.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A100 and A6600 is 64 and 77 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A100 and A6600.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony A6600 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged A100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.