Sony A6100 vs Sony A65
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Sony A6100 vs Sony A65 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 396g - 120 x 67 x 59mm
- Introduced August 2019
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- 24MP - 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
- 622g - 132 x 97 x 81mm
- Launched November 2011
- New Model is Sony A68
Sony A6100 vs Sony A65 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Sony A6100 versus Sony A65, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are sold by Sony. The resolution of the A6100 (24MP) and the A65 (24MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A6100 was launched 7 years after the A65 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the A6100 matches up against the A65 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony A6100 vs Sony A65 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha a6100 & Sony SLT-A65. The complete galleries are available at Sony A6100 Gallery & Sony A65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A6100 over the Sony A65
A6100 | A65 | |||
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Launched | August 2019 | November 2011 | Newer by 95 months | |
Display resolution | 922k | 921k | Crisper display (+1k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A65 over the Sony A6100
A65 | A6100 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Sony A6100 and Sony A65
A6100 | A65 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly |
Sony A6100 vs Sony A65 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony A6100 has exterior measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony A65 has dimensions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony A6100 versus Sony A65 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the A6100 and the A65.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A6100 and A65 is 81 and 64 respectively.
Sony A6100 vs Sony A65 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The image here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A6100 and A65.
As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you should factor the age of the cameras into account. The fresher A6100 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Sony A6100 vs Sony A65 Specifications
Sony Alpha a6100 | Sony SLT-A65 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha a6100 | Sony SLT-A65 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2019-08-28 | 2011-11-15 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz X | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 32000 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 121 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m |
Flash options | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 396 grams (0.87 lbs) | 622 grams (1.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 120 x 67 x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") | 132 x 97 x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 717 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 photographs | 560 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FW50 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $748 | $700 |