Sony

a6100

Name: Sony a6100
Brand: Sony

$849~

MSRP (prices vary)

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Released: October 25, 2019

APS-C

Sensor

24.2MP

Resolution

Max Video

−

IBIS

11fps

Burst

425

AF Points

Who the Sony a6100 is for

The Sony a6100 is a 24.2MP APS-C mirrorless camera, a versatile all-rounder.

An entry 24MP APS-C camera with real-time Eye AF and reliable tracking.
Up to 11 fps shooting and oversampled 4K/30p video in a compact body.
A flip-up screen for selfies and vlogging at an accessible price.

Best for

Video and filmmaking — 4K up to 30p, 10-bit internal and Log.

Keep in mind

No in-body stabilisation — you'll lean on stabilised lenses for slow handheld shots.
Single card slot — no in-camera backup, which matters for critical paid jobs.
Video is capped at 29 minutes per clip.

How the Sony a6100 compares to other Sony E APS-C cameras

Every figure below is measured against the 10 Sony E APS-C cameras in the catalogue, so you can see where this camera actually sits rather than reading its spec sheet in isolation.

Spec	This camera	Where it lands
Weight	396g (14.0 oz)	4th lightest of 10
Price (MSRP)	$849	4th cheapest of 10
Resolution	24.2MP	joint 5th highest of 10
4K frame rate	30p	joint 4th fastest of 9

What APS-C means in practice

An APS-C sensor at 24.2MP sits between full-frame and Micro Four Thirds. Lenses frame about 1.5× tighter than the same focal length on full-frame, which works in your favour for reach and against you for wide-angle coverage. The smaller image circle is what lets APS-C bodies and lenses come in lighter than their full-frame equivalents.

Video

4K tops out at 30p, which covers standard delivery but leaves no room for slowing footage down. 10-bit recording internally means colour survives grading rather than banding when pushed. A log profile is available, which trades a flat-looking file for latitude in post.

Full Specifications

Imaging

Sensor Type	CMOS
Sensor Size	APS-C
Image Processor	BIONZ X
Effective Resolution	24.2 MP
Lens Mount	Sony E

Exposure Control

ISO Range (Native)	100 – 32000
ISO Range (Extended)	50 – 51200
Mechanical Shutter	1/4000
Electronic Shutter	1/8000
Flash Sync Speed	1/160
Built-in Flash	Yes

Still Image Capture

Continuous Shooting	11 fps

Video Capture

Max Resolution	4K
8K Recording	−
4K Recording	Up to 30p
1080p Recording	Up to 120p
10-bit Internal	Yes
Recording Limit	29 min
Log Profiles	HLG
Built-in Mic	Stereo
Headphone Jack	No
Mic Input	Yes
HDMI Output	Micro (Type D)

Focus

Phase Detect Points	425
Contrast Detect Points	−
Low Light AF	-3 EV
Eye AF	Yes
Animal AF	Yes
Vehicle AF	No

Viewfinder

EVF Type	OLED
EVF Resolution	1.44M dots
EVF Magnification	0.7x

Monitor

LCD Size	3"
LCD Resolution	0.92M dots
LCD Type	Tilting
Touch Screen	Yes

Interface

Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth	v4.2
USB	Micro USB 2.0
Memory Card Slots	1x SD UHS-I
GPS	No

General

Price (MSRP)	$849
Body Material	Polycarbonate
Dimensions	120×66.9×59.4 mm
Weight	396g (14.0 oz)
Weather Sealed	No
In-Body Stabilization	No
Battery Life (EVF)	420 shots
Battery Life (LCD)	470 shots
Battery Type	NP-FW50