Sony A6100 vs Sony A55
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Sony A6100 vs Sony A55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Increase to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 396g - 120 x 67 x 59mm
- Revealed August 2019
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 500g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Introduced August 2010
- Successor is Sony A57
Sony A6100 vs Sony A55 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Sony A6100 vs Sony A55, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are designed by Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the A6100 (24MP) and A55 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A6100 was announced 9 years after the A55 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the A6100 grades vs the A55 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony A6100 vs Sony A55 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha a6100 and Sony SLT-A55. The whole galleries are provided at Sony A6100 Gallery and Sony A55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A6100 over the Sony A55
A6100 | A55 | |||
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Introduced | August 2019 | August 2010 | Newer by 110 months | |
Display resolution | 922k | 921k | Sharper display (+1k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A55 over the Sony A6100
A55 | A6100 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Sony A6100 and Sony A55
A6100 | A55 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly |
Sony A6100 vs Sony A55 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony A6100 features exterior measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony A55 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).
Contrast the Sony A6100 vs Sony A55 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the A6100 against the A55.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A6100 and A55 is 81 and 67 respectively.
Sony A6100 vs Sony A55 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A6100 and A55.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony A6100 to deliver greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The newer A6100 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Sony A6100 vs Sony A55 Specifications
Sony Alpha a6100 | Sony SLT-A55 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha a6100 | Sony SLT-A55 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2019-08-28 | 2010-08-24 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz X | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 32000 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony E | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 121 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dot | 1,150 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Flash off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless, hi-speed | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 396 gr (0.87 lb) | 500 gr (1.10 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 67 x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 816 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 photos | 380 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FW50 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $748 | $800 |