Sony Alpha A6400 vs Canon EOS M6 Mark II
Sony Alpha A6400 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The Alpha A6400 is the better pick for vlogging, a film look.
Choose the Alpha A6400 for
- a lighter body (403g vs 408g)
- a lower price (from £464)
- weather sealing
- more lenses in our database (105 vs 9)
Choose the EOS M6 Mark II for
- more resolution (32.5MP vs 24MP)
- faster bursts (14fps vs 11fps)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Alpha A6400 | EOS M6 Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | APS-C, 24MP | APS-C, 32.5MP |
| Mount | Sony E (APS-C) | Canon EF-M (APS-C) |
| Released | 2019 | 2019 |
| Burst | 11 fps | 14 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 32,000 | 25,600 |
| Stabilisation | Lens only | Lens only |
| Video | 4K 30p | 4K 30p |
| Weather sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Weight | 403 g | 408 g |
| Battery | Sony NP-FW50 | Canon LP-E17 |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-I) | SD (UHS-I) |
| New price | No longer sold new | No longer sold new |
| Used at MPB | £464–614 | £524–599 |
| Native lenses in our database | 105 (82 third-party) | 9 (4 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | Alpha A6400 |
| Vintage / film look | Alpha A6400 |
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
The Alpha A6400 uses Sony E / FE (105 lenses in our database, 82 third-party) and the EOS M6 Mark II uses Canon EF-M (9 lenses, 4 third-party). Batteries: Sony NP-FW50 (about £55) vs Canon LP-E17 (about £45).
Alpha A6400 compatible lenses → · EOS M6 Mark II compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony Alpha A6400 better than the Canon EOS M6 Mark II?
It depends on your priorities. The Alpha A6400 offers a lighter body (403g vs 408g), a lower price (from £464), weather sealing; the EOS M6 Mark II offers more resolution (32.5MP vs 24MP), faster bursts (14fps vs 11fps).
Which is better for video, the Alpha A6400 or the EOS M6 Mark II?
They are closely matched for video (4K 30p vs 4K 30p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the Alpha A6400 or the EOS M6 Mark II?
The Alpha A6400 costs No longer sold new new and from £464 used at MPB; the EOS M6 Mark II costs No longer sold new new and from £524 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Sony Alpha A6400 lenses on the EOS M6 Mark II?
Not directly. The Alpha A6400 uses Sony E / FE and the EOS M6 Mark II uses Canon EF-M; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.