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Sony A6100 vs Sony A6600

Portability
81
Imaging
70
Features
88
Overall
77
Sony Alpha a6100 front
 
Sony Alpha a6600 front
Portability
77
Imaging
70
Features
96
Overall
80

Sony A6100 vs Sony A6600 Key Specs

Sony A6100
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 396g - 120 x 67 x 59mm
  • Launched August 2019
Sony A6600
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 503g - 120 x 67 x 69mm
  • Released August 2019
  • Replacement is Sony A6700
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Sony A6100 vs Sony A6600 Overview

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Sony A6100 versus Sony A6600, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras and both are designed by Sony. The image resolution of the A6100 (24MP) and the A6600 (24MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The A6100 was announced around the same time to the A6600 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A6100 scores vs the A6600 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Sony A6100 over the Sony A6600

 A6100 A6600 

Reasons to pick Sony A6600 over the Sony A6100

 A6600 A6100 

Common features in the Sony A6100 and Sony A6600

 A6100 A6600 
ReleasedAugust 2019August 2019Similar generation
Manual focus Very exact focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurements
Screen resolution922k922kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Both good for selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Sony A6100 vs Sony A6600 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony A6100 has external measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Sony A6600 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

Look at the Sony A6100 versus Sony A6600 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the A6100 against the A6600.

Sony A6100 vs Sony A6600 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A6100 and A6600 is 81 and 77 respectively.

Sony A6100 vs Sony A6600 top view buttons comparison

Sony A6100 vs Sony A6600 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A6100 and A6600.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration.

Sony A6100 vs Sony A6600 sensor size comparison

Sony A6100 vs Sony A6600 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony A6100 vs Sony A6600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sony A6100 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony A6600 as a Portrait photography camera
82
manual focus
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides face detect focus
supports RAW formats
82
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detect focus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Sony A6100 Street photography factors
Sony A6600 Street photography factors
79
screen tilts
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
features focus via touch
good high ISO (32,000)
no image stabilization
84
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
features touch focus
weather proof
above average ISO range (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Sony A6100 as a Sports photography camera
Sony A6600 as a Sports photography camera
75
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
supports phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
85
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
weather proof
great battery pack (810 per charge)
supports phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sony A6100
Travel photography with Sony A6600
86
supports bluetooth
features focus via touch
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
84
great battery pack (810 shots)
weather proof
supports bluetooth
features touch focus
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
display is selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Sony A6100
Landscape photography with Sony A6600
79
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
good high ISO (32,000)
supports RAW formats
no image stabilization
85
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
above average ISO range (32,000)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
great battery pack (810 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony A6100 Vlogging information
Sony A6600 Vlogging information
79
display is selfie friendly
built-in touchscreen
provides face detect focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with microphone jack
no image stabilization
84
display is selfie friendly
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detect focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with microphone socket
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Sony A6100 vs Sony A6600 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony A6100 and Sony A6600
 Sony Alpha a6100Sony Alpha a6600
General Information
Brand Sony Sony
Model type Sony Alpha a6100 Sony Alpha a6600
Category Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2019-08-28 2019-08-28
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Bionz X Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 32000 32000
Max enhanced ISO 51200 102400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 425 425
Lens
Lens support Sony E Sony E
Available lenses 121 121
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 922k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 1,440k dots 2,359k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.71x 0.71x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 11.0 frames/s 11.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 6.00 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash settings Flash off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless, hi-speed Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 396g (0.87 lb) 503g (1.11 lb)
Physical dimensions 120 x 67 x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") 120 x 67 x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 82
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.8
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 1497
Other
Battery life 420 photos 810 photos
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-FW50 NP-FZ1000
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $748 $1,198