Sony A6100 vs Sony A6400

Here, we will be contrasting the Sony A6100 and Sony A6400, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras and both are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the A6100 (24MP) and the A6400 (24MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The A6100 was revealed 8 months later than the A6400 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the A6100 matches up versus the A6400 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha a6100 and Sony Alpha a6400. The full galleries are available at Sony A6100 Gallery and Sony A6400 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Sony A6100 provides outside dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Sony A6400 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") and a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the A6100 versus the A6400.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A6100 and A6400 is 81 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A6100 and A6400.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images although you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent A6100 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.