Sony A6400 vs Sony RX100 VI
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Sony A6400 vs Sony RX100 VI Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 102400)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 403g - 120 x 67 x 50mm
- Announced January 2019
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 301g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Introduced June 2018
- Earlier Model is Sony RX100 V
- Replacement is Sony RX100 VII
Sony A6400 vs Sony RX100 VI Overview
Below, we are looking at the Sony A6400 vs Sony RX100 VI, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A6400 (24MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is very comparable but the A6400 (APS-C) and RX100 VI (1") come with totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A6400 was unveiled 8 months later than the RX100 VI which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Sony A6400 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the A6400 grades vs the RX100 VI in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony A6400 vs Sony RX100 VI Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha a6400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The full galleries are provided at Sony A6400 Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A6400 over the Sony RX100 VI
A6400 | RX100 VI | |||
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Introduced | January 2019 | June 2018 | More recent by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Sony A6400
RX100 VI | A6400 | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | 922k | Crisper display (+307k dot) |
Common features in the Sony A6400 and Sony RX100 VI
A6400 | RX100 VI | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Sony A6400 vs Sony RX100 VI Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Sony A6400 provides outside measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VI has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).
See the Sony A6400 vs Sony RX100 VI in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the A6400 compared to the RX100 VI.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A6400 and RX100 VI is 83 and 88 respectively.
Sony A6400 vs Sony RX100 VI Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A6400 and RX100 VI.
As you can tell, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A6400 having a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony A6400 will produce extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher A6400 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Sony A6400 vs Sony RX100 VI Specifications
Sony Alpha a6400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha a6400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2019-01-15 | 2018-06-05 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz X | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 32000 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 8cm |
Total lenses | 121 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 24.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Off, auto, on, slow sync, rear sync, redeye reduction, wireless, hi-speed sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/2000s |
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 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, XAVC-S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 403 gr (0.89 lbs) | 301 gr (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 120 x 67 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 83 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1431 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 240 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FW50 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick DUO (UHS-I compliant) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $898 | $1,198 |