Sony a6100 vs a6400 - What's The Difference?

Sony announced a new camera in it's APS-C Alpha lineup, the a6100 which is really close to the a6400 released earlier this year. Let's take a look at them side-by-side so you can decide which one is right for you.

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[jeradhill]

Ok, Sony added features to their website for the a6100 since I filmed this video. The a6100 does have interval shooting. What I didn't notice though is that it lacks picture profiles in video mode which means anybody who wants to use APS-C professionally will need the a6400 or higher.

[HunterErwinMusic]

There is no recording limit on the a6100
Good video

[BenOchart]

Just got a hold of an a6400, stumbling around learning the camera and already getting some spectacular video footage and amazing color / exposure with photos.

[ianmichael]

I couldn't agree more with the comment about lenses at the end. I find myself more drawn towards the more expensive models, but then I would have less money left over for good glass. Definitely worth compromising at times to have more money towards glass, especially when it's at least a $200 difference. My first mirrorless was one of the earlier m4/3, 12mp cameras and I was actually able to get some amazing shots because I put money into higher quality lenses.

[Rationalific]

I like how crispy and clear you look. Nice, vibrant video.

[richardpcrowe]

I was quite underwhelmed with the Sony "Dog and Pony Show" this morning... The A6100 and A6600 are not that much cheaper (A6100) or better (A6600) than the A6400. I shoot with a tandem of A6500 and A6400 and don't plan to switch...

[tomassuchma]

Hi. Great comparsion. Q: Is posible to use (and shoot) camera while charging via powerbank? Thx very much

[christan]

The only video I find useful regrading the new Sony camers so far. Great job!!

[GovernorCedric]

Awesome Video
I have a question. On another reviewer someone said that the a64000 has a modified version of the A9 chip and it has better color science. I am looking for a camera upgrade primarily for stills. Does the a6100 have the same upgraded chip as the a6400 and a6600

[Hiking-guide-and-scenery]

Interval Recording2 (1–60-second interval, 1–9, 999 shots, AE lock/AE tracking (High/Mid/Low)) is listed in the official specs of a6100.

[desmondstanback]

Jerad - In this video you said that their is a 30 min. recording limit. That seems to be conflicting with the information I have seen on this camera. I'm about to buy this camera based on how long I can record video. I also called a camera store and they told me that this camera can indeed make videos longer then the 30 min limit just like the A6400 . Here is what they said over at ( imaging-resource.com) "One of the big upgrades is that the A6100, like the recent A6600 and A6400, offers unlimited video recording time instead of the usual 29min, 59sec limit. This makes the A6100 much more appealing and useful as a long-form video recording camera."

[barbdesautels]

Purchased the A6400 kit and received a 55-210mm lens for free, as well, just learning to use the camera. It was $1700.00 Canadian when it was all said and done. What is the protection screen called that you have? I love the video.

[iPhoneSpy]

I believe unlike the magnesium a6400, the a6100 is basically a plastic body that has no water proofing.

[ivanklaric]

Do you think is it 18-135 kit lens waste of money?

[ContentCentral]

Hi thanks for the amazing video would you want to collaborate on a Sony a6100 v Canon m6.

[Aemilindore]

Hi, please can you make available a video that compares the differences in much granular detail? Perhaps provisding us with a comparison of ISO, video, photo ets. Thanks for considering.

[parker]

The difference is I bought a 6100 with 3 lenses for the price of a 6400 with 1 lense

[alexisamaan]

What tripod is being used for this video? 🙏🏻 Any recommendations

[godofhope]

Does the a6100 have the same plastic lens mount like the a6000 and the a7??

[cameraprepper]

I would love a compact Sony APSC Camera, but I have the Sony A7RIV which I also often use in APSC-mode with 26 megapixels, and I am used to the 5.8 mega dot EVF (which are a lot better then the 3.7 mega dots EVF in the Sony A7RIII I had before the A7RIV, so if I was going to have a APSC Camera the EVF should be at least 5.8 mega dots and the sensor with 30+ megapixel which may come now when Fuji have two APSC Cameras with 40 megapixels sensor.