Sony
Alpha 6100
Compact APS-C body with real-time Eye AF, 11fps burst, and 4K video for beginners stepping up.
$749
Launch priceReleased Aug 2019
Sony
Alpha 6400
Popular APS-C body with fast AF and 11fps burst for enthusiasts.
$899
Launch priceReleased Feb 2019
Alpha 6100 is 6 months newer.
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Wins
Alpha 6100
Wins
Alpha 6400
9 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 6100 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 6400 has higher Burst (mechanical) (11 fps vs 6 fps)
- AAlpha 6100 has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 425)
- AAlpha 6100 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 410 shots)
- BAlpha 6400 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 25,600)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareAlpha 6100
120 × 67 × 60 mm
396 g (0.87 lb / 13.97 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 6400
120 × 67 × 60 mm
403 g (0.89 lb / 14.22 oz)
Alpha 6100 and Alpha 6400 share virtually identical body dimensions.
Alpha 6100 is 7 g lighter than Alpha 6400.
Depth (front-to-back): 60mm Alpha 6100 · 60mm Alpha 6400
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 6100
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Alpha 6400
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Alpha 6100
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Alpha 6400
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Alpha 6100
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -2 EV — lower is better
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only Alpha 6100 supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265
AF points / zones
759 vs 425 — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 410 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 6400
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD
Animal / bird AF
Only Alpha 6400 supports it
Weather sealing
Only Alpha 6400 supports it
Touchscreen
Only Alpha 6400 supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only Alpha 6400 supports it
Burst (mechanical)
11 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 24.2 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 94 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 11 fps
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 60 frames
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Alpha 6100
Pros
- ✓Real-time Eye AF
- ✓11fps burst
- ✓Compact body
- ✓Affordable E-mount
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Small grip
- –Superseded by newer APS-C
Alpha 6400
Pros
- ✓Fast AF
- ✓Compact
- ✓Great value
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Older design
- –No headphone jack
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, Alpha 6100 or Alpha 6400?
Alpha 6400 scores 7.5/10 versus 6.5/10 for Alpha 6100 — 403g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 6100 and Alpha 6400?
Both cameras share the same 24.2 MP resolution.
How does stabilization compare between the Alpha 6100 and Alpha 6400?
Alpha 6100 does not have IBIS, while Alpha 6400 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 6100 or the Alpha 6400?
Alpha 6100 reaches 11 fps electronic. Alpha 6400 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 6100 and Alpha 6400?
Alpha 6100 weighs 396 g and Alpha 6400 weighs 403 g, so the Alpha 6100 is 7 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 6100 and Alpha 6400 record 4K video?
Alpha 6100: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 6400: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Alpha 6100 and Alpha 6400 weather sealed?
Alpha 6100: No. Alpha 6400: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 6100 and 410 shots for the Alpha 6400, giving the Alpha 6100 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 6100 launched at $749 and Alpha 6400 at $899. The Alpha 6100 is $150 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.