Sony Alpha A6400 vs Sony Alpha A6700
Sony Alpha A6700 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The Alpha A6400 is the better pick for beginners; the Alpha A6700 is better for travel, portraits, wildlife, sports, astrophotography, vlogging.
Choose the Alpha A6400 for
- a lighter body (403g vs 493g)
- a lower price (from £464)
Choose the Alpha A6700 for
- more resolution (26MP vs 24MP)
- better low-light performance
- stronger video (4K 120p (crop))
- in-body image stabilisation
- a newer design (2023)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Alpha A6400 | Alpha A6700 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | APS-C, 24MP | APS-C, 26MP |
| Mount | Sony E (APS-C) | Sony E (APS-C) |
| Released | 2019 | 2023 |
| Burst | 11 fps | 11 fps |
| Readout | — | ≈20 ms |
| Max ISO | 32,000 | 32,000 |
| Stabilisation | Lens only | In-body |
| Video | 4K 30p | 4K 120p (crop) |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 403 g | 493 g |
| Battery | Sony NP-FW50 | Sony NP-FZ100 |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-I) | SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | No longer sold new | £1,329 |
| Used at MPB | £464–614 | £1,089–1,219 |
| Native lenses in our database | 105 (82 third-party) | 105 (82 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | Alpha A6400 |
| Everyday & travel | Alpha A6700 |
| Portraits | Alpha A6700 |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | Alpha A6700 |
| Sports & action | Alpha A6700 |
| Astrophotography | Alpha A6700 |
| Vlogging & video | Alpha A6700 |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
Both cameras use the Sony E / FE mount, so lenses move between them. Batteries: Sony NP-FW50 (about £55) vs Sony NP-FZ100 (about £65).
Alpha A6400 compatible lenses → · Alpha A6700 compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony Alpha A6400 better than the Sony Alpha A6700?
It depends on your priorities. The Alpha A6400 offers a lighter body (403g vs 493g), a lower price (from £464); the Alpha A6700 offers more resolution (26MP vs 24MP), better low-light performance, stronger video (4K 120p (crop)).
Which is better for video, the Alpha A6400 or the Alpha A6700?
The Alpha A6700 is stronger for video: Alpha A6400 records 4K 30p, Alpha A6700 records 4K 120p (crop).
Which is cheaper, the Alpha A6400 or the Alpha A6700?
The Alpha A6400 costs No longer sold new new and from £464 used at MPB; the Alpha A6700 costs £1,329 new and from £1,089 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Sony Alpha A6400 lenses on the Alpha A6700?
Yes. Both use the Sony E / FE mount.