Sony Alpha 6400 (a6400 / Alpha a6400 / α6400)

Quick information
Brand	Sony 2019
Model	ILCE-6400L/B
Released Year	2019
Type	Mirrorless Cameras
Series	a6400
Color	<ul><li>Black</li><li>Silver</li></ul>
Compatible Mountings	<ul><li>Sony Mirrorless</li><li>Sony E (NEX)</li><li>Sony E</li><li>Sony Alpha</li></ul>
Autofocus	Yes
Photo Sensor Resolution	<ul><li>24.2 MP</li><li>20.1 MP</li><li>24 MP</li></ul>
Video Resolution	<ul><li>2160p</li><li>1080p</li><li>4K (3840 x 2160 pixels)</li><li>4K DCI 2160p</li><li>4K UHD 2160p</li></ul>
Optical Zoom	<ul><li>1.07 x</li><li>50 x</li><li>3.1</li><li>3.12 x</li><li>3.1 x</li></ul>
File Format	<ul><li>JPEG</li><li>Raw</li><li>RAW</li><li>MP4</li><li>MOV</li><li>AVCHD</li></ul>
Status	Active

Overview

The Sony Alpha 6400 (ILCE-6400L/B) is a compact mirrorless camera featuring a 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS sensor paired with the BIONZ X image processor, delivering high-resolution stills and 4K video capability. It incorporates Sony's advanced Fast Hybrid Autofocus system with 425 phase-detection and contrast-detection points, ensuring rapid and precise subject tracking. The camera supports real-time Eye AF for humans and animals, enhancing portrait and wildlife photography accuracy. Its tiltable 3-inch LCD touchscreen offers flexible framing options and intuitive menu navigation. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi and NFC for seamless image transfer and remote control via mobile devices. The magnesium alloy body provides durability while maintaining a lightweight design, suited for both enthusiasts and professionals.

Specifications

Built-In Media	Camera Kit Camera Body & Accessories Tripod Lens Cap Battery Camera Body E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens and Accessories Camera Body & Lenses & Accessories Case Hood Grip 64GB Memory Software Shoulder Strap Body Cap Eyecup AC Adaptor Shoe Cap USB Cable Camera Carrying Case Micro-USB Cable Spider Tripod PC Software 64 GB Extreme PRO Memory Card
Are Batteries Included	Yes No
Series Number	6400
Global Trade Identification Number	00027242915053
UPC	027242915053 810151895505 703670720246 656942743903 810151895512 810151895543 703670720291 810151895529 714752061263
Item Height	4.55 inches 2.6 inches 4.5 inches 2.4 inches 4.6 inches
Manufacturer	Sony
Unit Count	1.0 Count 1 Count
Warranty Description	1 year manufacturer Sony USA 90 days limited warranty 1 Year Sony Limited Seller Supplied
Metering Methods	Average Center-Weighted Average Highlight Weighted Multi-Zone Spot Center Weighted Evaluative/Spot
Exposure Control	Automatic Manual manual-and-automatic Shutter Priority aperture-priority Aperture Priority Auto Program
White Balance Settings	Auto Incandescent Daylight Color Temperature Fluorescent Custom Cloudy Shade
Self Timer	2 seconds 10 seconds 5 seconds
Crop Mode	APS-C [Fixed] 1.5 fixed
Screen Size	1 Inches 3 Inches 2.95 Inches
Display Type	LCD 180Â° Tilting Touchscreen LCD
Dots Per Screen	921 600 Dot 102 400 dots per square inch 921600 1000000 600 dots 629 146 dots per square inch
Display Fixture Type	Tilting tilting
Touch Screen Type	Capacitive Adaptive
Display Resolution Maximum	6000 x 4000 24.2 MP 24.2MP 24 MP 921600 MP
Has Color Screen	Yes
Flash Memory Type	Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I) SD Memory Card SDXC SDHC
Memory Slots Available	2 1
Memory Storage Capacity	32 GB 64 GB 128 GB 1 TB
Recording Capacity	32 GB
Write Speed	11 fps ≥90 MB/s ≥120 fps 90 MB/s up to 104 MB/s [60 fps 100 MB/s] 20 MB/s > 10 MB/s
Flash Memory Speed Class	3 (U3) 30 MB/s SDXC Class 10 or UHS-III U1 or C3
Flash Memory UHS Speed Class	U3 or higher 30 U3 UHS-I
Flash Memory Video Speed Class	1 V30 UHS-III UHS-I
Flash Memory Bus Interface Type	UHS-I UHS-III PCI-Express
Flash Memory Installed Size	16 GB 64 GB
Compatible Mountings	Sony Mirrorless Sony E (NEX) Sony E Sony Alpha
Sensor Type	CMOS aps-c
Image stabilization	No Optical Digital
Maximum Aperture	3.5 f 6.3 f 5.6 f
Expanded ISO Minimum	100 50 25600
Photo Sensor Resolution	24.2 MP 20.1 MP 24 MP
Photo Sensor Size	APS-C APS-C (23.6 x 15.7 mm)
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds 1/5 seconds 0.00025 seconds 0.125 seconds 1/160 seconds
Form Factor	Mirrorless Compact
Special Feature	Real-Time Eye AF and Real-Time Tracking hd-movie Live View Image Stabilization Travel mirrorless-digital-camera-systems
Color	Black Silver
Item Weight	10.3 Ounces 3.7 Pounds 14.22 Ounces 3.67 Pounds 3.8 Pounds 3.77 Pounds 1.82 Pounds 1.8 Pounds 4.99 Pounds 5.1 Pounds 5 Pounds 4 Pounds 5.09 Pounds 16 ounces 1 Pounds 0.88 Pounds
Video Resolution	2160p 1080p 4K (3840 x 2160 pixels) 4K DCI 2160p 4K UHD 2160p
Viewfinder	LCD Electronic Optical
Flash Modes	Auto Fill Flash Hi-Speed Sync Off Rear Sync Red-Eye Reduction Slow Sync Wireless Automatic On/Fill Flash Override TTL
Camera Flash	Hotshoe no flash Hammerhead F1.8 White Balance
Skill Level	Professional
Specific Uses For Product	Photography Videography photography Vlogging
Compatible Devices	Smartphone Personal Computer Television Tablet Smartphones Tablets Computers Sony E External Storage Devices Sony cameras with 'E' mount External Storage Devices (via USB) Sony Alpha Sony cameras with 'E' mount computers smartphones tablets external storage devices
Continuous Shooting	11 fps 11.00 11
Aperture modes	F1.8 F3.5–F5.6 Fx-Fy F4.5-F6.3 F3.5-F6.3
Viewfinder Magnification	1.07x 1.07
Flash Sync Speed	1/160 Second 1/160 1/5
Video Capture Format	AVCHD XAVC MP4 4k MOV UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
Expanded ISO Maximum	102400 25600
Battery Weight	1.5 Ounces 27 Grams
Delay between shots	0.02 seconds 2.00
Audio Output Type	Headphones Internal Display HDMI Stereo internal
Battery Cell Type	Lithium Ion
Aspect Ratio	16:9 3:2
File Format	JPEG Raw RAW MP4 MOV AVCHD
Effective Still Resolution	25 MP 24 MP 24.2 MP
JPEG Quality Level	Basic Fine Normal
Supported Image Format	AVCHD H.264 JPEG MPEG-4 RAW Raw
Maximum Image Size	6E+3 Pixels 3.84E+3 Pixels
Bit Depth	14 Bit 10 Bit 8 Bit
Total Still Resolution	25 MP 24 MP 24.2 MP
Maximum Focal Length	50 Millimeters 800 Millimeters 210 Millimeters
Optical Zoom	1.07 x 50 x 3.1 3.12 x 3.1 x
Lens Type	Standard Zoom zoom Zoom Wide Angle Telephoto Zoom Other
Zoom	Digital Zoom Optical Zoom
Camera Lens	50 millimeters Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens: A versatile power zoom lens with a 3x optical zoom range, covering wide-angle to portrait lengths. It features a constant f/3.5-5.6 aperture and Optical SteadyShot for stable shots in various conditions. The bundle includes a Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS lens, a Sony E 55-210mm f/4.5-6.3 OSS lens, and a 420-800mm f/8.3 HD manual telephoto lens, providing a versatile range of focal lengths for various photography needs. 16-50mm Power Zoom Lens with Optical SteadyShot (OSS) Image Stabilization 16-50mm wide angle lens Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens: A versatile zoom lens with a 3x optical zoom range, covering wide-angle to portrait lengths. It features Optical SteadyShot for stable shots, and a variable aperture for controlling depth of field. Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens and Sony E 55-210mm f/4.5-6.3 OSS Lens Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens: A versatile zoom lens with a focal length range of 16-50mm, featuring Optical SteadyShot (OSS) image stabilization for steady shots in various conditions. 16-50 Power Zoom E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens, 50 millimeters
Minimum Focal Length	16 Millimeters
Real Angle Of View	180 Degrees 27 Degrees 0.95 Degrees 66.9 Degrees 26.1 Degrees 83 Degrees 10.5 Degrees
Focal Length Description	16 to 50mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 24 to 75mm) 16-50mm 50 millimeters 16-210mm 16-50
Digital Zoom	4 x
Number of Diaphragm Blades	7
Photo Filter Thread Size	40.5 Millimeters
Lens Construction	9 Elements in 8 Groups 16-50mm 7 diaphragm blades Internal Focus 5 9 [5 9]
Photo Filter Size	40.5 Millimeters
Connectivity Technology	Wireless Wi-Fi USB Micro HDMI Micro USB NFC HDMI Bluetooth
Wireless Technology	Bluetooth Wi-Fi NFC
Video Output	Micro-HDMI HDMI or DVI HDMI 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps, 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [16 to 100 Mb/s], UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps [60 to 100 Mb/s]
Total USB 2.0 Ports	1
Total USB Ports	1
Total Video Out Ports	1
Shooting Modes	Single Shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracket: Single, Bracket: Cont., White Balance bracket, DRO bracket Movie Landscape Portrait Sports Automatic Manual Macro Custom Shutter Priority
Digital-Still	Yes No
Movie Mode	Yes
Image Capture Type	Stills & Video Video Stills Stills & Video
Night vision	No
Auto Focus Technology	Phase Detection Contrast Detection Hybrid
Focus Features	Hybrid autofocus self-illumination light Auto Focus
Autofocus Points	850 425
Focus Type	Auto Focus manual-and-auto Automatic Continuous-Servo AF Direct Manual Focus Manual Focus Single-Servo AF Auto and Manual
Focus Mode	Direct Manual Focus (DMF) Automatic AF (AF-A) Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C) Single-Servo AF (AF-S)
Autofocus	Yes
Battery Type	Lithium Ion Rechargeable lithium-ion battery for focal-plane shutter operation
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant Water Resistant
Frame Rate	24 30 60 fps 24/25/30 FPS 30 FPS 60 FPS
Mount Type	Tripod Bayonet Sony E-mount Sony
Crop Factor	1.5
Has Image Stabilization	Yes No
Lens Mount	Sony E
Audio Recording	Yes No
External-Memory Size	64 GB
Remote Included	No
Processor Description	bionz x BIONZ X
Warranty Type	Limited 90 days limited warranty
Digital Scene Transition	zoom false
Flash Memory Supported Size Maximum	64 GB
Age Range Description	Adult All
Audio Input	Built-in microphone
Supported Audio Format	AAC MP3 WAV
Diopter Adjustment Range Description	±3 diopters
Lens Correction Type	Image Stabilization
Processor Count	1
Total USB 3.0 Ports	1
Guide Number	288 19.69' / 6 m at ISO 100, 19.69' / 6 m at ISO 100
Viewfinder Coverage Percentage	100
Microphone Technology	Stereo
Battery Capacity	1.02E+3 Milliamp Hours
Shutter Speed Description	Fast (1/1000 to 1/4000 sec)
Item Type Name	Mirrorless cameras.
Item Dimensions D x W x H	6.1"D x 6.1"W x 4.6"H
Minimum Aperture	5.6 f

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Documents

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FAQ

What is the sensor size of the Sony Alpha 6400?

The Sony Alpha 6400 features a 24.2-megapixel APS-C sized Exmor CMOS sensor.

Does the Alpha 6400 support 4K video recording?

Yes, the Sony Alpha 6400 can record 4K video at up to 30 frames per second.

What autofocus system does the Sony a6400 use?

It uses Sony's Fast Hybrid Autofocus system with 425 phase-detection and 425 contrast-detection points.

Is the LCD screen on the ILCE-6400L/B touch-sensitive and adjustable?

Yes, the camera features a 3-inch tiltable touchscreen LCD for flexible shooting angles and touch control.

Can I connect the Sony Alpha 6400 to a smartphone?

Yes, it supports Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity allowing you to transfer images and control the camera remotely via a mobile device.

Is the Sony Alpha 6400 still available on the market?

As of now, the Sony Alpha 6400 is not discontinued and is still available for purchase.

What accessories are compatible with the Alpha 6400?

Compatible accessories include E-mount lenses, external microphones, camera grips, and flash units designed for Sony mirrorless cameras.

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