Sony A900 vs Sony A6400
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Sony A900 vs Sony A6400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 895g - 156 x 117 x 82mm
- Revealed October 2008
- New Model is Sony A99
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102400)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 403g - 120 x 67 x 50mm
- Revealed January 2019
Sony A900 vs Sony A6400 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Sony A900 and Sony A6400, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A900 (25MP) and the A6400 (24MP) is very similar but the A900 (Full frame) and A6400 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe A900 was released 11 years prior to the A6400 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony A900 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A6400 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the A900 grades against the A6400 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony A900 vs Sony A6400 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 and Sony Alpha a6400. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A900 Gallery and Sony A6400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A900 over the Sony A6400
A900 | A6400 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6400 over the Sony A900
A6400 | A900 | |||
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Revealed | January 2019 | October 2008 | More modern by 124 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony A900 and Sony A6400
A900 | A6400 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 922k | 922k | The same display resolution |
Sony A900 vs Sony A6400 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony A900 features external dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) while the Sony A6400 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).
Analyze the Sony A900 and Sony A6400 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the A900 and the A6400.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A900 and A6400 is 54 and 83 respectively.
Sony A900 vs Sony A6400 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A900 and A6400.
Clearly, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A900 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony A900 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged A900 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Sony A900 vs Sony A6400 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 | Sony Alpha a6400 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 | Sony Alpha a6400 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2008-10-22 | 2019-01-15 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6048 x 4032 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 32000 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 143 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless | Off, auto, on, slow sync, rear sync, redeye reduction, wireless, hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264, XAVC-S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 895g (1.97 pounds) | 403g (0.89 pounds) |
Dimensions | 156 x 117 x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") | 120 x 67 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 79 | 83 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | 24.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | 13.6 |
DXO Low light score | 1431 | 1431 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 880 photos | 410 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FM500H | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick DUO (UHS-I compliant) |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Launch pricing | $2,736 | $898 |