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Sony a6400 Mirrorless Camera

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Sony a6400 Mirrorless Camera
Key Features
  • 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor
  • BIONZ X Image Processor
  • Real-Time Eye AF & Real-Time Tracking
  • XGA Tru-Finder 2.36m-Dot OLED EVF
Featuring a reliable design and apt performance to bolster creativity, the Sony a6400 is a sleek APS-C-format mirrorless camera featuring well-rounded photo and video capabilities. Using a proven sensor design, quick and precise AF performance, and smart operability, this camera is an ideal partner for capturing your everyday moments and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
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Sony A6400 Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2Grab the Best of Life
  • 324.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor and BIONZ X Processor
  • 4UHD 4K Video Recording in XAVC S Format
  • 54D FOCUS
  • 6Body Design and Connectivity
Grab the Best of Life
Featuring a reliable design and apt performance to bolster creativity, the Sony a6400 is a sleek APS-C-format mirrorless camera featuring well-rounded photo and video capabilities. Using a proven sensor design, quick and precise AF performance, and smart operability, this camera is an ideal partner for capturing your everyday moments and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor and BIONZ X Processor
The APS-C-format 24.2MP Exmor CMOS sensor realizes smooth, nuanced image quality with minimal noise and high sensitivity from ISO 100-32000, which can further be expanded to ISO 102400 for working in low-light conditions. The sensor features a unique design that utilizes thin copper wiring, enhanced circuit processing, and an enhanced front-end LSI to boost light-gathering abilities, reduce noise, and increase readout speeds to benefit video recording. The sensor and BIONZ X processor combination also avails a top continuous-shooting rate of 11 fps with AF and AE, or up to 8 fps with a silent shutter, and permits 14-bit raw file output for a wide tonal and color scale.
UHD 4K Video Recording in XAVC S Format
  • Internal recording of UHD 4K video is possible in multiple frame rates up to 30 fps using the full width of the sensor with 8-bit 4:2:0 color sampling using the 100Mbps XAVC S codec.
  • Oversampled 4K recording is also possible, which uses a 6K capture area within the Super 35 area, for greater detail. This full pixel readout is void of pixel binning for higher quality imagery with reduced moiré and aliasing.
  • Affording extensive customizable color and gamma controls, the ZV-E10 allows users to adjust the gamma, black level, knee, color level, and more. Use the same S-Log2 Gamma Curve that is found on high-end Sony Cinema cameras, which squeezes up to 1300% more dynamic range into the video signal then traditional Rec. 709, for increased post-production flexibility. HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma) support is also available, along with the BT.2020 color space, for recording within a wide color gamut and, in addition to S-Log2, S-Log3 is also available for producing an effective 14-stop dynamic range with increased grading control in the shadow to mid-tone regions of the image.
  • In addition to high-resolution internal recording, uncompressed HDMI output also enables the use of an optional external recorder for clean 4K recording with 4:2:2 sampling.
  • Interval shooting mode is ideal for creating time-lapse movies with the aid of Imaging Edge software. Intervals can be selected between 1-60 seconds for recording up to 9999 sequential frames.
  • 4K video recording also avails the ability to produce 8MP stills during playback by taking a frame grab from a movie and storing it as a separate file.
  • Slow & Quick (S&Q) mode allows shooters to capture Full HD video at specified steps between 1-120 fps. These settings will allow you to slow down action as well as speed up a slow-moving scene.
4D FOCUS
Covering nearly the entire sensor area, a powerful 4D FOCUS system incorporates 425 on-chip phase-detection points along with 425 contrast-detection areas for precise focusing in as little as 0.02 seconds. The density of focusing points from this hybrid AF system also enables High-density Tracking AF Technology, which is adept at tracking moving subjects in a variety of lighting conditions.
  • Real-time Eye AF can be used to base focus on recognized human subjects' eyes for portraits and is available in both AF-S and AF-C modes and for both stills and video.
  • Eye AF can be used when photographing animal subjects, too, with any focusing mode when shooting stills.
  • Lock-on AF maintains focus on moving subjects throughout the use of a configurable frame that is set over the desired moving subject
  • Expand Flexible Spot employs neighboring focus points to retain focus on moving subjects even if the originally selected point loses focus
  • The Focus Magnifier function can be used for critical focus when homing in on minute subject details
  • Rear touchscreen can be used for Touch Focus and Touch Tracking control and a Touchpad Focus Control mode lets you use the rear screen intuitively while keeping your eye to the viewfinder
  • In addition to autofocus, the a6400 also features a Peaking MF function to benefit manual focus control by highlighted sharp edges of contrast for a more objective means of acquiring sharp focus
Body Design and Connectivity
  • Tru-Finder 2.36m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder offers a bright, high-resolution means for eye-level monitoring.
  • A 3.0" 921.6k-dot LCD touchscreen can be tilted 180° upward or 74° downward to suit working from high and low angles. The screen also incorporates White Magic technology with an RGBW pixel structure for increased brightness to support use in daylight conditions.
  • The touchscreen design avails access to Touch Focus control, for immediate focus point selection, as well as a Touchpad function which lets you smoothly and intuitively select a focus point on the screen while you're looking into the viewfinder.
  • Integrated 3.5mm microphone ports afford greater control over audio during video recording.
  • The included NP-FW50 rechargeable lithium-ion is rated for approximately 410 shots per charge when working with the LCD screen or 360 shots when using the viewfinder.
  • In addition to the battery, the a6400 can also be powered via a USB connection to a computer or mobile battery. This connection can also be used to charge the battery.
  • Built-in Wi-Fi enables the a6400 to instantly share imagery to mobile devices for direct sharing online to social networking, via email, and to cloud storage sites. NFC (Near Field Communication) is also supported, which allows for one-touch connection between the camera and compatible mobile devices; no complex set-up is required. Once connected, the linked mobile device can also display a live view image on its screen and remotely control the camera's shutter.
  • Bluetooth connectivity allows for location data acquisition.

Sony A6400 Specs

Imaging
Lens MountSony E
Sensor ResolutionActual: 25 Megapixel
Effective: 24.2 Megapixel (6000 x 4000)
Image Sensor23.5 x 15.6 mm (APS-C) CMOS
Crop Factor1.5x
Image StabilizationNone
Built-In ND FilterNone
Capture TypeStills & Video
Exposure Control
Shutter TypeElectronic Shutter
Shutter SpeedElectronic Front Curtain Shutter
1/4000 to 30 Seconds
Bulb/Time ModeBulb Mode
ISO SensitivityPhoto
100 to 32,000 (Extended: 100 to 102,400)
Video
100 to 32,000
Metering MethodAverage, Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Spot
Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation-5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Metering Range-2 to 20 EV
White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Color Temperature Filter, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
Continuous ShootingUp to 11 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 46 Frames (Raw) / 116 Frames (JPEG)
Interval RecordingYes
Self-Timer2/5/10-Second Delay
Still Image Capture
Image Sizes16:9 Raw
6000 x 3376
3:2 Raw
6000 x 4000
1:1 Raw
4000 x 4000
16:9 JPEG
6000 x 3376
4240 x 2400
3008 x 1688
3:2 JPEG
6000 x 4000
4240 x 2832
3008 x 2000
1:1 JPEG
4000 x 4000
2832 x 2832
2000 x 2000
Aspect Ratio3:2, 16:9
Image File FormatJPEG, Raw
Bit Depth14-Bit
Video Capture
Internal Recording ModesXAVC S
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 24.00/25/29.97 fps [60 to 100 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps [16 to 100 Mb/s]
AVCHD
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps [17 to 24 Mb/s]
External Recording Modes4:2:2 8-Bit via HDMI
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24.00/50/59.94 fps
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps
Gamma CurveHDR-HLG, Sony S-Log 2, Sony S-Log 3
Recording LimitNone
Broadcast OutputNTSC/PAL
IP StreamingNone
Built-In Microphone TypeStereo
Audio RecordingXAVC S: 2-Channel LPCM Audio
AVCHD: 2-Channel AC-3 Audio
Interface
Media/Memory Card SlotSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I)
Video I/O1 x Micro-HDMI Output
Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Power I/O1 x Sony Multi/Micro-USB Input
Other I/O1 x Sony Multi/Micro-USB Input/Output (Shared with Power Input, Remote Input)
WirelessWi-Fi
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)None
Monitor
Size3.0"
Resolution921,600 Dot
Display Type180° Tilting Touchscreen LCD
Viewfinder
TypeBuilt-In Electronic
Size0.39"
Resolution2,359,296 Dot
Eye Point23 mm
Coverage100%
MagnificationApprox. 1.07x
Diopter Adjustment-4 to +3
Focus
Focus TypeAuto and Manual Focus
Focus ModeAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
Autofocus PointsPhase Detection: 425
Contrast Detection: 425
Autofocus Sensitivity-2 to +20 EV
Flash
Built-In FlashYes
Flash ModesAuto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Wireless
Guide Number19.69' / 6 m at ISO 100
Maximum Sync Speed1/160 Second
Flash Compensation-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Dedicated Flash SystemTTL
External Flash ConnectionIntelligent Hot Shoe, Wireless
Environmental
Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
General
Battery Type1 x NP-FW50 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1080 mAh
Power Consumption<2.4 W
Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
Dimensions (W x H x D)4.7 x 2.6 x 2.4" / 120 x 66.9 x 59.7 mm
Weight14.22 oz / 403 g (With Battery, Recording Media)
Packaging Info
Package Weight1.535 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.1 x 6.1 x 4.6"

Sony A6400 Reviews

Sony a6400 over a6600

By Roger
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-30

I went for the 6400 over the 6600 because it has the build in flash I can use in a pinch, and ability to use Legacy SONY batteries for the 6000 series that the 6600 will not allow. The 6600 has build IBIS but not as significant for me. The 6400 is a very good camera for me to use as a simple go to compact DSLR camera that is significantly cheaper than the 6600. B&H was very efficient in mailing and receiving the Camera within just a few days.

Good product and service

By Joyce
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-25

Chose this as my first camera and it did not disappoint. Actual unit was pristine and crisp, and was pretty east to navigate with superb quality on the photos even with just the 16-50mm kit lens. With the accessory kit on my purchase, everything was a bang for the buck!

Good service

By Andri
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-16

Good service for online and fast shipping

Fantastic!

By Drake
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-13

This was purchased for the unlimited video recording capability and to continue the compatibility with our a6000 DSLR's for the lab and I could not be happier! A great addition to our winning Sony DSLR team!

Great first mirrorless camera!

By Andrew
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-06

Bought this to take pictures of my newborn as she grows up so we can print larger framed pictures (without having to pay for a professional photographer). Took a bit of YouTube research to navigate the menu screen but after that -- impressive pictures out of the box! I may buy additional lenses later but for now the out of the box settings are solid.

Battery Charger

By Thomas
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-31

Disappointed it didn't come with a separate battery charger.

Great tiny cam

By Olof
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-02

The auto focus is amazing in such a diminutive cam. I would say this is a great 2nd or 3rd cam for a pro. I am switching from Canon to all Sony, I like the smaller form a lot. Coupled with the Sigma 100-400 this is an amazing light wildlife kit. 5* IMHO.

Sony a6400

By Catherine
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-04-14

I'm really loving my new camera. Still learning but enjoying taking photos.

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