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{{Infobox camera|model=Sony α6400|image=File:2022-02-17 Sony alpha 6400 IMG20220217210008.jpg|image_size=270px|image_alt=|caption=|maker=[[Company:Sony|Sony]]|kind=Mirrorless interchangeable lens camera|type=|sensor=<!-- Image sensor -->|sensor_type=Exmor CMOS|sensor_size=23.5&nbsp;× 15.6&nbsp;mm ([[Engineering:APS-C|APS-C]] type)|sensor_maker=|recording_medium=SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo|res=(3:2) 6000&nbsp;× 4000 (24.2&nbsp;MP)|lens_mount=Sony E-mount|focus_type=|exposure=|flash=Incorporated flash (pop-out), hotshoe|flashcomp=<!-- Flash exposure compensation -->|fsynch=<!-- Flash synchronization -->|frame_rate=|shutter=|shutterRange=|shutter_speeds=1/4000&nbsp;s to 30&nbsp;s|f-numbers=|metering=|emode=<!-- Exposure modes -->|mmode=<!-- Metering modes -->|farea=425 focus points|fmode=<!-- Focus modes -->|cont=11 frame/s, 8 frame/s with silent shutter|viewfinder=Built-in 2,359,296 dots OLED Electronic viewfinder|ovf=<!-- Optional viewfinders -->|magnification=0.7|coverage=100%|speedRange=Auto, 100 – 32000|flbkt=<!-- Flash bracketing -->|fcbkt=<!-- Focus bracketing -->|WB=Yes|wbbkt=<!-- White balance bracketing -->|brightness=<!-- Projector brightness -->|imsize=<!-- Projector image size -->|throwdis=<!-- Project throw distance -->|prores=<!-- Projector resolution -->|rearLCD=2.95 inches with 921,600 dots and 180-degree tilt-up functionality|storage=|battery=NP-FW50, InfoLITHIUM, 7.2&nbsp;V, 1080&nbsp;mAh, 7.7&nbsp;Wh, lithium-ion rechargeable battery|dimensions=120&nbsp;× 66.9&nbsp;× 49.9&nbsp;mm (4.8&nbsp;× 2.8&nbsp;× 2 inches)|weight=403&nbsp;g including battery|price=|date=<!-- Release date -->|obp=<!-- Optional battery packs -->|odb=<!-- Optional data backs -->|omd=<!-- Optional motor drives -->|oacc=<!-- Optional accessories -->|complens=<!-- Compatible lens -->|compflash=<!-- Compatible flashes -->|interface_AVout=<!-- Type of video and/or audio output port(s) available (i.e. HDMI, USB, IEEE 1394) -->|interface_Data=<!-- Type of port(s) available for interfacing with computers or other (i.e printers) devices (i.e. USB, IEEE 1394/Firewire, 802.11/WiFi) -->|body_comp-feats= Anti Dust System<!-- Body composition or other special features (i.e. ABS plastic, water submersible) -->|made_in=|footnotes=|exbkt=<!-- Exposure bracketing -->|drbkt=<!-- Dynamic range bracketing -->|drcomp=<!-- Dynamic range compressor -->|iproc=Bionz X|vidrecord=<!-- Video/movie recording.  Show the video dimensions, fps, bitrate, etc. -->}}
{{Infobox camera|model=Sony α6400|image=File:2022-02-17 Sony alpha 6400 IMG20220217210008.jpg|image_size=270px|image_alt=|caption=|maker=[[Company:Sony|Sony]]|kind=Mirrorless interchangeable lens camera|type=|sensor=<!-- Image sensor -->|sensor_type=Exmor CMOS|sensor_size=23.5&nbsp;× 15.6&nbsp;mm ([[Engineering:APS-C|APS-C]] type)|sensor_maker=|recording_medium=SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo|res=(3:2) 6000&nbsp;× 4000 (24.2&nbsp;MP)|lens_mount=Sony E-mount|focus_type=|exposure=|flash=Incorporated flash (pop-out), hotshoe|flashcomp=<!-- Flash exposure compensation -->|fsynch=<!-- Flash synchronization -->|frame_rate=|shutter=|shutterRange=|shutter_speeds=1/4000&nbsp;s to 30&nbsp;s|f-numbers=|metering=|emode=<!-- Exposure modes -->|mmode=<!-- Metering modes -->|farea=425 focus points|fmode=<!-- Focus modes -->|cont=11 frame/s, 8 frame/s with silent shutter|viewfinder=Built-in 2,359,296 dots OLED Electronic viewfinder|ovf=<!-- Optional viewfinders -->|magnification=0.7|coverage=100%|speedRange=Auto, 100 – 32000|flbkt=<!-- Flash bracketing -->|fcbkt=<!-- Focus bracketing -->|WB=Yes|wbbkt=<!-- White balance bracketing -->|brightness=<!-- Projector brightness -->|imsize=<!-- Projector image size -->|throwdis=<!-- Project throw distance -->|prores=<!-- Projector resolution -->|rearLCD=2.95 inches with 921,600 dots and 180-degree tilt-up functionality|storage=|battery=NP-FW50, InfoLITHIUM, 7.2&nbsp;V, 1080&nbsp;mAh, 7.7&nbsp;Wh, Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery|dimensions=120&nbsp;× 66.9&nbsp;× 49.9&nbsp;mm (4.8&nbsp;× 2.8&nbsp;× 2 inches)|weight=403&nbsp;g including battery|price=|date=<!-- Release date -->|obp=<!-- Optional battery packs -->|odb=<!-- Optional data backs -->|omd=<!-- Optional motor drives -->|oacc=<!-- Optional accessories -->|complens=<!-- Compatible lens -->|compflash=<!-- Compatible flashes -->|interface_AVout=<!-- Type of video and/or audio output port(s) available (i.e. HDMI, USB, IEEE 1394) -->|interface_Data=<!-- Type of port(s) available for interfacing with computers or other (i.e printers) devices (i.e. USB, IEEE 1394/Firewire, 802.11/WiFi) -->|body_comp-feats= Anti Dust System<!-- Body composition or other special features (i.e. ABS plastic, water submersible) -->|made_in=|footnotes=|exbkt=<!-- Exposure bracketing -->|drbkt=<!-- Dynamic range bracketing -->|drcomp=<!-- Dynamic range compressor -->|iproc=Bionz X|vidrecord=<!-- Video/movie recording.  Show the video dimensions, fps, bitrate, etc. -->}}
The '''Sony α6400''' (model '''ILCE-6400''')<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.newsledge.com/sony-a6400-announcement/|title=Sony Announces the a6400 and Loads of Full-Frame Firmware Updates|date=2019-01-15|website=News Ledge|language=en-US|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref> is a [[Engineering:Digital camera|digital camera]] announced on January 15, 2019.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.sony.com/electronics/interchangeable-lens-cameras/ilce-6400|title=Sony α6400 E-mount camera with APS-C Sensor|website=Sony|language=en|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref> It is an [[Engineering:APS-C|APS-C]] mirrorless interchangeable lens camera (MILC) designed to be a mid-range mirrorless camera and acts as the successor to the [[Engineering:Sony α6300|α6300]]. Intended to target the [[Vlog|vlog]]ging community, the α6400 features a flip-up screen and aggressive pricing.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/2019/1/15/18184037/sony-a6400-mirrorless-camera-selfie-screen-youtube-price|title=Sony’s a6400 mirrorless camera comes with a selfie screen for budding YouTube stars|date=2019-01-15|website=The Verge|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref> It features the same 24 megapixel sensor seen in the [[Engineering:Sony α6500|α6500]]. At the time of release, the two most capable cameras in the [[Engineering:Sony α6000|α6000]] series of cameras were the α6400 and the α6500. The α6500 features in-body image stabilization and a larger image buffer, but the α6400 is arguably more advanced as the newer model. This is largely due to its increased processing power, real-time eye [[Engineering:Autofocus|AF]], and real-time tracking.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Sony a6400 review |url=https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/sony-a6400-review |access-date=2024-05-04 |website=DPReview}}</ref> These features, for example, can not be added to the α6300 via a firmware update, as it would be too demanding on the processor.
The '''Sony α6400''' (model '''ILCE-6400''')<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.newsledge.com/sony-a6400-announcement/|title=Sony Announces the a6400 and Loads of Full-Frame Firmware Updates|date=2019-01-15|website=News Ledge|language=en-US|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref> is a [[Engineering:Digital camera|digital camera]] announced January 15, 2019.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.sony.com/electronics/interchangeable-lens-cameras/ilce-6400|title=Sony α6400 E-mount camera with APS-C Sensor|website=Sony|language=en|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref> It is an [[Engineering:APS-C|APS-C]] mirrorless interchangeable lens camera (MILC) designed to be a mid-range mirrorless camera and act as an update of the [[Engineering:Sony α6300|α6300]]. Sony is targeting the [[Vlog|vlog]]ging community with the α6400's flip-up screen and aggressive pricing.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/2019/1/15/18184037/sony-a6400-mirrorless-camera-selfie-screen-youtube-price|title=Sony’s a6400 mirrorless camera comes with a selfie screen for budding YouTube stars|date=2019-01-15|website=The Verge|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref> It features the same 24 megapixel sensor seen in the [[Engineering:Sony α6500|α6500]]. At the time of release, the two most capable cameras in the [[Engineering:Sony α6000|α6000]] series of cameras were the α6400 and the α6500. The α6500 featured in-body image stabilization, and a larger image buffer, but in most other respects the α6400 is a more advanced camera. This is largely due to its processing power, enabling features like animal eye AF, and autofocus tracking. These features, for example, can not be added to the α6300 via a firmware update, as it is too demanding a feature.


At its announcement, the Sony α6400 is advertised as featuring the "world's fastest autofocus" with lag of 0.02 second and 11&nbsp;fps continuous shooting with continuous AF and 8 fps with the silent shutter. Its MSRP is $889 for the body and $998 with a 16–50&nbsp;mm power-zoom kit lens f/3.5-5.6.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.digitaltrends.com/photography/sony-a6400-announced/|title=Sony crams its best camera tech into the new $900 A6400|website=Digital Trends|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref>
At its announcement, the Sony α6400 is advertised as featuring the "world's fastest autofocus" with lag of 0.02 second and 11&nbsp;fps continuous shooting with continuous AF and 8 fps with the silent shutter.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Sony Announces Next-generation α6400 Mirrorless Camera With Real-time Eye Autofocus, Real-time Tracking & World’s Fastest Autofocus |url=https://alphauniverse.com/stories/sony-announces-next-generation--6400-mirrorless-camera-with-real-time-eye-autofocus--real-time-tracking-and-world-s-fastest-autofocus/ |access-date=2024-05-04 |website=Sony {{!}} Alpha Universe |language=en-us}}</ref> Its [[Social:List price|MSRP]] is $899 for the body and $999 with a 16–50&nbsp;mm power-zoom kit lens f/3.5-5.6.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.digitaltrends.com/photography/sony-a6400-announced/|title=Sony crams its best camera tech into the new $900 A6400|website=Digital Trends|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref>


Sony's α6400 also saw a much-needed upgrade to the photo sharing apps and the reintroduction of [[Time-lapse photography|time-lapse]] videos via the menu system.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.engadget.com/2019/01/16/sony-imaging-edge-app-playmemories/|title=Sony is replacing its awful camera photo transfer app|website=Engadget|language=en|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref>
Sony's α6400 also saw a much-needed upgrade to the photo sharing apps and the reintroduction of [[Time-lapse photography|time-lapse]] videos via the menu system.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.engadget.com/2019/01/16/sony-imaging-edge-app-playmemories/|title=Sony is replacing its awful camera photo transfer app|website=Engadget|language=en|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref>


For video shooters, a welcome change for the α6400 was the removal of the 30-minute record limit. This limit is an artificial one placed on many cameras to avoid being taxed differently. The α6400 is also a vast improvement for Sony with regards to overheating (most likely to occur whilst recording 4K due to the processing demands). Online tests showed that in modest ambient temperatures, you will flatten the battery or fill the memory card before you overheat the camera.
For [[Engineering:Videography|videographers]], a welcome change for the α6400 was the removal of the 30-minute record limit. This artificial limit was placed on many cameras possibly to avoid import taxes in the [[Social:European Union|EU]],<ref>{{Cite web |last=StableCameraAdmin |date=2022-12-30 |title=How To Fix 30-Minute Camera Recording Limits: Full Guide - StableCamera |url=https://stablecamera.com/30-minute-camera-recording-limit/ |access-date=2024-05-04 |language=en-US}}</ref> but also to reduce the risk of damage from overheating. The α6400 is also a vast improvement for Sony with regards to overheating (most likely to occur whilst recording 4K due to the processing demands). Tests released online showed that in normal ambient temperatures, the battery will be discharged completely or the memory card will reach capacity before reaching abnormally high temperatures.


Firmware 2.0 was released for the α6400 on 13 June 2019, introducing animal eye AF, the ability to use the wireless remote commander RMT-P1BT, as well as claimed stability improvements.
Firmware 2.0 was released for the α6400 on June 13, 2019, introducing animal-eye AF, the ability to use the wireless remote commander RMT-P1BT, as well as claimed stability improvements
 
Sony A6400a and Sony A6100a were announced on January 3rd, 2025. These models first appeared on the Sony UK page. There were noticeably no differences between the core specifications of the new and old models.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Sony silently announces the Sony A6400a camera as well as the Sony A6100a « NEW CAMERA |url=https://thenewcamera.com/sony-silently-announces-the-sony-a6400a-camera-as-well-as-the-sony-a6100a/ |access-date=2025-01-04 |website=thenewcamera.com}}</ref>


== Features ==
== Features ==
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* 24.2-megapixel Exmor CMOS sensor
* 24.2-megapixel Exmor CMOS sensor
* 425-point phase detection AF
* 425-point phase detection AF
* Real-time Eye AF; Real-time Tracking
* Real-time Eye AF; real-time tracking
* Super 35&nbsp;mm format, 4K movie recording with full pixel readout and no pixel binning
* [[Engineering:Super 35|Super 35]]&nbsp;mm format, [[4K resolution|4K]] movie recording with full pixel readout and no [[Pixel binning|pixel binning]]
* LCD touchscreen (2.95 inch) with 180-degree tilt up functionality
* [[Engineering:Liquid-crystal display|LCD]] touchscreen (2.95 inch) with 180-degree tilt up functionality
* 1.0&nbsp;cm (0.39-inch) electronic viewfinder
* 1.0&nbsp;cm (0.39-inch) electronic viewfinder
* 1200-zone evaluative light metering
* 1200-zone evaluative light metering
* Built-in [[Wi-Fi]], NFC and Bluetooth
* Built-in [[Wi-Fi]], NFC and [[Bluetooth]]
* LED-auto focus illuminator
* LED-auto focus illuminator[[File:Venado del Parque de las leyendas.jpg|thumb|[[File:ExtendoCamera.jpg|thumb|A model used to take the picture you see above this one (Parque de las Leyendas)]]Picture taken from the camera in question (Parque de las Leyendas)]]
* Continuous shooting: Hi+: 11 fps, Hi: 8 fps, Mid: 6 fps, Lo: 3 fps
* Continuous shooting: Hi+: 11 fps, Hi: 8 fps, Mid: 6 fps, Lo: 3 fps
* My Menu system
* My Menu system
* Single memory card slot (UHS-1 compatible)
* Single memory card slot (UHS-1 compatible)
* Electronic shutter for silent shooting  
* Electronic shutter for silent shooting  
* Interval Shooting (time-lapse) <ref>{{cite web |title=Sony A6400 Time-lapse Setup |url=https://www.alphashooters.com/cameras/a6400/time-lapse-setup-guide/}}</ref>
* Interval Shooting (time-lapse)<ref>{{cite web |title=Sony A6400 Time-lapse Setup |url=https://www.alphashooters.com/cameras/a6400/time-lapse-setup-guide/}}</ref>
* Animal Eye AF <ref>{{cite web |title=Sony Animal Eye AF |url=https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/animal-eye-af}}</ref> (With firmware v2.00)
* Animal Eye AF<ref>{{cite web |title=Sony Animal Eye AF |url=https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/animal-eye-af}}</ref> (with firmware v2.00)
* Allows the operation with the wireless remote commander RMT-P1BT (Firmware v2.0)
* Compatibility with the wireless remote commander RMT-P1BT (firmware v2.0)


== Reception ==
== Reception ==
After its announcement, numerous first impressions released from popular YouTube vloggers and camera-focused channels. Full reviews are not out yet but the general consensus is Sony priced it correctly, but for some the lack of the new Z{{nbsp}}battery and the fact the flip-up screen blocks the hot shoe mount are odd choices.<ref>{{Citation|last=DPReview|title=Sony a6400 First Impressions|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOrSOL4O5g8|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref><ref>{{Citation|last=B&H Photo Video|title=Sony a6400 Mirrorless Camera {{!}} First Look|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlLvqg8iBNw|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref><ref>{{Citation|last=Tony & Chelsea Northrup|title=Sony a6400 Quick Review + GIVEAWAY: Best entry-level camera!|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzJQy9iCUG8|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref><ref>{{Citation|last=iJustine|title=NEW Sony a6400 with FLIP SCREEN Review!|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwDKEFuZPcc|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref>
After its announcement, numerous first impressions were released by popular [[Company:YouTube|YouTube]] vloggers and camera-focused channels. Full reviews are not out yet but the general consensus is that Sony priced it correctly, but for some, the lack of the new Z{{nbsp}}battery and the fact the flip-up screen blocks the hot shoe mount are odd choices.<ref>{{Citation|last=DPReview|title=Sony a6400 First Impressions|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOrSOL4O5g8|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref><ref>{{Citation|last=B&H Photo Video|title=Sony a6400 Mirrorless Camera {{!}} First Look|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlLvqg8iBNw|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref><ref>{{Citation|last=Tony & Chelsea Northrup|title=Sony a6400 Quick Review + GIVEAWAY: Best entry-level camera!|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzJQy9iCUG8|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref><ref>{{Citation|last=iJustine|title=NEW Sony a6400 with FLIP SCREEN Review!|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwDKEFuZPcc|access-date=2019-01-17}}</ref>
<ref>{{Citation|last=superworldwiki|title=(Renewed) Sony Alpha ILCE-6400 24.2MP Mirrorless Digital SLR Camera Body (Black)
<ref>{{Citation|last=superworldwiki|title=(Renewed) Sony Alpha ILCE-6400 24.2MP Mirrorless Digital SLR Camera Body (Black)
|url=https://www.superworldwiki.com/renewed-sony-alpha-ilce-6400-24-2mp-mirrorless-digital-slr-camera-body-black/|access-date=2023-06-20}}</ref>
|url=https://www.superworldwiki.com/renewed-sony-alpha-ilce-6400-24-2mp-mirrorless-digital-slr-camera-body-black/|access-date=2023-06-20}}</ref>
== Remote Control and Apps ==
The camera is controllable remotely via Sony's [https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/app/iemobile Imaging Edge Mobile] app.  While this app allows for geotagging photos over Bluetooth, it unfortunately omits altitude data and latitude/longitude only are available.
Third-party apps, such as [https://www.majinsoft.com Alpha Focus Bracketing], expand functionality with features for creating focus-stacked images.


== See also ==
== See also ==
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*{{official|https://www.sony.jp/ichigan/products/ILCE-6400/}}
*{{official|https://www.sony.jp/ichigan/products/ILCE-6400/}}
*[https://www.parramattacameras.com.au/news/post/meet-the-new-sony-alpha-a6400-mirrorless-camera Meet the new Sony Alpha A6400 Mirrorless Camera]
*[https://www.parramattacameras.com.au/news/post/meet-the-new-sony-alpha-a6400-mirrorless-camera Meet the new Sony Alpha A6400 Mirrorless Camera]
*[https://www.alphashooters.com/cameras/a6400/sample-images/ Sony A6400 Sample Images]
*[https://www.alphashooters.com/cameras/a6400/sample-images/ Sony A6400 sample images]


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Latest revision as of 16:50, 6 May 2025

Sony α6400
2022-02-17 Sony alpha 6400 IMG20220217210008.jpg
Overview
MakerSony
TypeMirrorless interchangeable lens camera
Lens
Lens mountSony E-mount
Sensor/medium
Sensor typeExmor CMOS
Sensor size23.5 × 15.6 mm (APS-C type)
Maximum resolution(3:2) 6000 × 4000 (24.2 MP)
Film speedAuto, 100 – 32000
Recording mediumSD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Focusing
Focus areas425 focus points
Flash
FlashIncorporated flash (pop-out), hotshoe
Shutter
Shutter speeds1/4000 s to 30 s
Continuous shooting11 frame/s, 8 frame/s with silent shutter
Viewfinder
ViewfinderBuilt-in 2,359,296 dots OLED Electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder magnification0.7
Frame coverage100%
Image processing
Image processorBionz X
White balanceYes
General
LCD screen2.95 inches with 921,600 dots and 180-degree tilt-up functionality
BatteryNP-FW50, InfoLITHIUM, 7.2 V, 1080 mAh, 7.7 Wh, lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Body featuresAnti Dust System
Dimensions120 × 66.9 × 49.9 mm (4.8 × 2.8 × 2 inches)
Weight403 g including battery

The Sony α6400 (model ILCE-6400)[1] is a digital camera announced on January 15, 2019.[2] It is an APS-C mirrorless interchangeable lens camera (MILC) designed to be a mid-range mirrorless camera and acts as the successor to the α6300. Intended to target the vlogging community, the α6400 features a flip-up screen and aggressive pricing.[3] It features the same 24 megapixel sensor seen in the α6500. At the time of release, the two most capable cameras in the α6000 series of cameras were the α6400 and the α6500. The α6500 features in-body image stabilization and a larger image buffer, but the α6400 is arguably more advanced as the newer model. This is largely due to its increased processing power, real-time eye AF, and real-time tracking.[4] These features, for example, can not be added to the α6300 via a firmware update, as it would be too demanding on the processor.

At its announcement, the Sony α6400 is advertised as featuring the "world's fastest autofocus" with lag of 0.02 second and 11 fps continuous shooting with continuous AF and 8 fps with the silent shutter.[5] Its MSRP is $899 for the body and $999 with a 16–50 mm power-zoom kit lens f/3.5-5.6.[6]

Sony's α6400 also saw a much-needed upgrade to the photo sharing apps and the reintroduction of time-lapse videos via the menu system.[7]

For videographers, a welcome change for the α6400 was the removal of the 30-minute record limit. This artificial limit was placed on many cameras possibly to avoid import taxes in the EU,[8] but also to reduce the risk of damage from overheating. The α6400 is also a vast improvement for Sony with regards to overheating (most likely to occur whilst recording 4K due to the processing demands). Tests released online showed that in normal ambient temperatures, the battery will be discharged completely or the memory card will reach capacity before reaching abnormally high temperatures.

Firmware 2.0 was released for the α6400 on June 13, 2019, introducing animal-eye AF, the ability to use the wireless remote commander RMT-P1BT, as well as claimed stability improvements

Sony A6400a and Sony A6100a were announced on January 3rd, 2025. These models first appeared on the Sony UK page. There were noticeably no differences between the core specifications of the new and old models.[9]

Features

  • 24.2-megapixel Exmor CMOS sensor
  • 425-point phase detection AF
  • Real-time Eye AF; real-time tracking
  • Super 35 mm format, 4K movie recording with full pixel readout and no pixel binning
  • LCD touchscreen (2.95 inch) with 180-degree tilt up functionality
  • 1.0 cm (0.39-inch) electronic viewfinder
  • 1200-zone evaluative light metering
  • Built-in Wi-Fi, NFC and Bluetooth
  • LED-auto focus illuminator
    A model used to take the picture you see above this one (Parque de las Leyendas)
    Picture taken from the camera in question (Parque de las Leyendas)
  • Continuous shooting: Hi+: 11 fps, Hi: 8 fps, Mid: 6 fps, Lo: 3 fps
  • My Menu system
  • Single memory card slot (UHS-1 compatible)
  • Electronic shutter for silent shooting
  • Interval Shooting (time-lapse)[10]
  • Animal Eye AF[11] (with firmware v2.00)
  • Compatibility with the wireless remote commander RMT-P1BT (firmware v2.0)

Reception

After its announcement, numerous first impressions were released by popular YouTube vloggers and camera-focused channels. Full reviews are not out yet but the general consensus is that Sony priced it correctly, but for some, the lack of the new Z battery and the fact the flip-up screen blocks the hot shoe mount are odd choices.[12][13][14][15] [16]

Remote Control and Apps

The camera is controllable remotely via Sony's Imaging Edge Mobile app. While this app allows for geotagging photos over Bluetooth, it unfortunately omits altitude data and latitude/longitude only are available.

Third-party apps, such as Alpha Focus Bracketing, expand functionality with features for creating focus-stacked images.

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Sony Announces the a6400 and Loads of Full-Frame Firmware Updates" (in en-US). 2019-01-15. https://www.newsledge.com/sony-a6400-announcement/. 
  2. ↑ "Sony α6400 E-mount camera with APS-C Sensor" (in en). https://www.sony.com/electronics/interchangeable-lens-cameras/ilce-6400. 
  3. ↑ "Sony’s a6400 mirrorless camera comes with a selfie screen for budding YouTube stars". 2019-01-15. https://www.theverge.com/2019/1/15/18184037/sony-a6400-mirrorless-camera-selfie-screen-youtube-price. 
  4. ↑ "Sony a6400 review". https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/sony-a6400-review. 
  5. ↑ "Sony Announces Next-generation α6400 Mirrorless Camera With Real-time Eye Autofocus, Real-time Tracking & World’s Fastest Autofocus" (in en-us). https://alphauniverse.com/stories/sony-announces-next-generation--6400-mirrorless-camera-with-real-time-eye-autofocus--real-time-tracking-and-world-s-fastest-autofocus/. 
  6. ↑ "Sony crams its best camera tech into the new $900 A6400". https://www.digitaltrends.com/photography/sony-a6400-announced/. 
  7. ↑ "Sony is replacing its awful camera photo transfer app" (in en). https://www.engadget.com/2019/01/16/sony-imaging-edge-app-playmemories/. 
  8. ↑ StableCameraAdmin (2022-12-30). "How To Fix 30-Minute Camera Recording Limits: Full Guide - StableCamera" (in en-US). https://stablecamera.com/30-minute-camera-recording-limit/. 
  9. ↑ "Sony silently announces the Sony A6400a camera as well as the Sony A6100a « NEW CAMERA". https://thenewcamera.com/sony-silently-announces-the-sony-a6400a-camera-as-well-as-the-sony-a6100a/. 
  10. ↑ "Sony A6400 Time-lapse Setup". https://www.alphashooters.com/cameras/a6400/time-lapse-setup-guide/. 
  11. ↑ "Sony Animal Eye AF". https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/animal-eye-af. 
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