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The Canon EOS 6D Mark II and the Sony Alpha A6400 are two enthusiast cameras that were announced, respectively, in June 2017 and January 2019. The 6D Mark II is a DSLR, while the A6400 is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. The cameras are based on a full frame (6D Mark II) and an APS-C (A6400) sensor. The Canon has a resolution of 26 megapixels, whereas the Sony provides 24 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Canon EOS 6D Mark II and the Sony Alpha A6400? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

Body comparison

An illustration of the physical size and weight of the Canon 6D Mark II and the Sony A6400 is provided in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive perspectives from the front, the top, and the back are available. All size dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Sony A6400 is considerably smaller (50 percent) than the Canon 6D Mark II. Moreover, the A6400 is substantially lighter (47 percent) than the 6D Mark II. In this context, it is worth noting that both cameras are splash and dust-proof and can, hence, be used in inclement weather conditions or harsh environments.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. A larger imaging sensor will tend to go along with bigger and heavier lenses, although exceptions exist. You can compare the optics available for the two cameras in the Canon EF Lens Catalog (6D Mark II) and the Sony E-Mount Lens Catalog (A6400). Mirrorless cameras, such as the A6400, have moreover the advantage that they can use many lenses from other systems via adapters, as they have a relatively short flange to focal plane distance.

Concerning battery life, the 6D Mark II gets 1200 shots out of its LP-E6N battery, while the A6400 can take 410 images on a single charge of its NP-FW50 power pack. The power pack in the A6400 can be charged via the USB port, which can be very convenient when travelling.

The adjacent table lists the principal physical characteristics of the two cameras alongside a wider set of alternatives. If you would like to visualize and compare a different camera combination, you can navigate to the CAM-parator app and make your selection from a broad list of cameras there.

Body Specifications # Camera Model Camera Width Camera Height Camera Depth Camera Weight Battery Life Weather Sealing Camera Launch Launch Price (USD) Street Price 1. Canon 6D Mark II 144 mm 111 mm 75 mm 765 g 1200 Y Jun 2017 1,999 amazon.com2. Sony A6400 120 mm 67 mm 50 mm 403 g 410 Y Jan 2019 899 amazon.com3. Canon R 139 mm 98 mm 84 mm 660 g 370 Y Sep 2018 2,299 amazon.com4. Canon 5D Mark IV 151 mm 116 mm 76 mm 890 g 900 Y Aug 2016 3,499 amazon.com5. Canon 80D 139 mm 105 mm 79 mm 730 g 960 Y Feb 2016 1,199ebay.com6. Canon 5D Mark III 152 mm 116 mm 76 mm 950 g 950 Y Mar 2012 3,499ebay.com7. Canon 6D 145 mm 111 mm 71 mm 770 g 1090 Y Sep 2012 2,099ebay.com8. Canon 5D Mark II 152 mm 114 mm 75 mm 850 g 850 Y Sep 2008 3,499ebay.com9. Nikon D750 141 mm 113 mm 78 mm 750 g 1230 Y Sep 2014 2,299ebay.com10. Nikon D610 141 mm 113 mm 82 mm 850 g 900 Y Oct 2013 1,999ebay.com11. Nikon D5300 125 mm 98 mm 76 mm 480 g 600 n Oct 2013 799ebay.com12. Nikon D600 141 mm 113 mm 82 mm 850 g 900 Y Sep 2012 2,099ebay.com13. Sony A6100 120 mm 67 mm 59 mm 396 g 420 n Aug 2019 749ebay.com14. Sony A7 III 127 mm 96 mm 74 mm 650 g 610 Y Feb 2018 1,999 amazon.com15. Sony A6300 120 mm 67 mm 49 mm 404 g 400 Y Feb 2016 999ebay.com16. Sony A5100 110 mm 63 mm 36 mm 283 g 400 n Aug 2014 549ebay.com17. Sony A6000 120 mm 67 mm 45 mm 344 g 360 n Feb 2014 599ebay.com Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.

Any camera decision will naturally be influenced heavily by the price. The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices give an idea on the placement of the camera in the maker’s lineup and the broader market. The A6400 was launched at a markedly lower price (by 55 percent) than the 6D Mark II, which puts it into a different market segment. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.

Sensor comparison

The size of the imaging sensor is a crucial determinant of image quality. All other things equal, a large sensor will have larger individual pixel-units that offer better low-light sensitivity, wider , and richer than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Canon 6D Mark II features a full frame sensor and the Sony A6400 an APS-C sensor. The sensor area in the A6400 is 57 percent smaller. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.0 and 1.5. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.

With 26MP, the 6D Mark II offers a slightly higher resolution than the A6400 (24MP), but the 6D Mark II nevertheless has larger individual pixels ( of 5.76μm versus 3.91μm for the A6400) due to its larger sensor. However, the A6400 is a somewhat more recent model (by 1 year and 6 months) than the 6D Mark II, and its sensor might have benefitted from technological advances during this time that enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixels.

The Canon EOS 6D Mark II has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 40000, which can be extended to ISO 50-102400. The corresponding ISO settings for the Sony Alpha A6400 are ISO 100 to ISO 32000, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 100-102400.

Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

Since 2007, DXO Mark has published sensor performance measurements that have been derived using a consistent methodology. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). The Overall DXO ratings for the two cameras under consideration are close, suggesting that they provide similar imaging performance. The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.

Sensor Characteristics # Camera Model Sensor Class Resolution (MP) Horiz. Pixels Vert. Pixels Video Format DXO Portrait DXO Landscape DXO Sports DXO Overall 1. Canon 6D Mark II Full Frame 26.0 6240 41601080/60p24.411.92862852. Sony A6400 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p24.013.61431833. Canon R Full Frame 30.1 6720 44804K/30p24.513.52742894. Canon 5D Mark IV Full Frame 30.1 6720 44804K/30p24.813.62995915. Canon 80D APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.613.21135796. Canon 5D Mark III Full Frame 22.1 5760 38401080/30p24.011.72293817. Canon 6D Full Frame 20.0 5472 36481080/30p23.812.12340828. Canon 5D Mark II Full Frame 21.0 5616 37441080/30p23.711.91815799. Nikon D750 Full Frame 24.2 6016 40161080/60p24.814.529569310. Nikon D610 Full Frame 24.2 6016 40161080/30p25.114.429259411. Nikon D5300 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.013.913388312. Nikon D600 Full Frame 24.2 6016 40161080/30p25.114.229809413. Sony A6100 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p24.113.619478414. Sony A7 III Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/30p25.014.737309615. Sony A6300 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p24.413.714378516. Sony A5100 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.812.713478017. Sony A6000 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.113.1134782 Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.

Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but also of capturing video footage. The two cameras under consideration both have sensors whose read-out speed is fast enough to capture moving pictures, but the A6400 provides a better video resolution than the 6D Mark II. It can shoot movie footage at 4K/30p, while the Canon is limited to 1080/60p.

Feature comparison

Beyond body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. For example, the A6400 has an electronic viewfinder (2359k dots), while the 6D Mark II has an optical one. Both systems have their advantages, with the electronic viewfinder making it possible to project supplementary shooting information into the framing view, whereas the optical viewfinder offers lag-free viewing and a very clear framing image. The viewfinder in the A6400 offers a wider field of view (100%) than the one in the 6D Mark II (98%), so that a larger proportion of the captured image is visible in the finder. On the other hand, the viewfinder of the 6D Mark II has a higher magnification (0.72x vs 0.70x), so that the size of the image transmitted appears closer to the size seen with the naked human eye. The table below summarizes some of the other core capabilities of the Canon 6D Mark II and Sony A6400 in connection with corresponding information for a sample of similar cameras.

Core Features # Camera Model Viewfinder (Type or 000 dots) Control Panel (yes/no) LCD Specifications (inch/000 dots) LCD Attach- ment Touch Screen (yes/no) Max Shutter Speed * Max Shutter Flaps * Built-in Flash (yes/no) Built-in Image Stab 1. Canon 6D Mark IIoptical Y3.0 / 1040 swivel Y 1/4000s 6.5/s n n 2. Sony A64002359 n3.0 / 922 tilting Y 1/4000s 11.0/s Y n 3. Canon R3690 Y3.2 / 2100 swivel Y 1/8000s 8.0/s n n 4. Canon 5D Mark IVoptical Y3.2 / 1620 fixed Y 1/8000s 7.0/s n n 5. Canon 80Doptical Y3.0 / 1040 swivel Y 1/8000s 7.0/s Y n 6. Canon 5D Mark IIIoptical Y3.2 / 1040 fixed n 1/8000s 6.0/s n n 7. Canon 6Doptical Y3.0 / 1040 fixed n 1/4000s 4.5/s n n 8. Canon 5D Mark IIoptical Y3.0 / 920 fixed n 1/8000s 3.9/s n n 9. Nikon D750optical Y3.2 / 1229 tilting n 1/4000s 6.0/s Y n 10. Nikon D610optical Y3.2 / 921 fixed n 1/4000s 6.0/s Y n 11. Nikon D5300optical n3.2 / 1037 swivel n 1/4000s 5.0/s Y n 12. Nikon D600optical Y3.0 / 921 fixed n 1/4000s 5.5/s Y n 13. Sony A61001440 n3.0 / 922 tilting Y 1/4000s 11.0/s Y n 14. Sony A7 III2359 n3.0 / 922 tilting Y 1/8000s 10.0/s n Y 15. Sony A63002359 n3.0 / 922 tilting n 1/4000s 11.0/s Y n 16. Sony A5100none n3.0 / 922 tilting Y 1/4000s 6.0/s Y n 17. Sony A60001440 n3.0 / 922 tilting n 1/4000s 11.0/s Y n Note: *) Information refers to the mechanical shutter, unless the camera only has an electronic one.

One feature that is present on the 6D Mark II, but is missing on the A6400 is a top-level LCD. While being, of course, smaller than the rear screen, the control panel conveys some of the essential shooting information and can be convenient for quick and easy settings verification.

Both cameras have an articulated rear screen that can be turned to be front-facing. This feature will be particularly appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in taking selfies.

The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, the A6400 is one of those camera that have an additional electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of ) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of ).

The Canon 6D Mark II has an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

The 6D Mark II writes its imaging data to SDXC cards, while the A6400 uses SDXC or Memory Stick PRO Duo cards. Both cameras can use UHS-I cards, which provide for Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Canon EOS 6D Mark II and Sony Alpha A6400 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

Input-Output Connections # Camera Model Hotshoe Port Internal Mic / Speaker Microphone Port Headphone Port HDMI Port USB Port WiFi Support NFC Support Bluetooth Support 1. Canon 6D Mark IIYstereo / monoY-mini2.0YYY 2. Sony A6400Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0YYY 3. Canon RYstereo / monoYYmini3.1Y-Y 4. Canon 5D Mark IVYmono / monoYYmini3.0YY- 5. Canon 80DYstereo / monoYYmini2.0YY- 6. Canon 5D Mark IIIYmono / monoYYmini2.0- 7. Canon 6DYmono / monoY-mini2.0Y 8. Canon 5D Mark IIYmono / monoY-mini2.0- 9. Nikon D750Ystereo / monoYYmini2.0Y 10. Nikon D610Ymono / monoYYmini2.0- 11. Nikon D5300Ystereo / monoY-mini2.0Y 12. Nikon D600Ymono / monoYYmini2.0--- 13. Sony A6100Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0YYY 14. Sony A7 IIIYstereo / monoYYmicro3.1YYY 15. Sony A6300Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0YY- 16. Sony A5100-stereo / mono--micro2.0YY- 17. Sony A6000Ystereo / mono--micro2.0YY-

Travel and landscape photographers will find it useful that the 6D Mark II has an internal geolocalization sensor and can record GPS coordinates in its EXIF data.

Both the 6D Mark II and the A6400 are recent models that are part of the current product line-up. The 6D Mark II replaced the earlier Canon 6D, while the A6400 followed on from the Sony A6300. Further information on the features and operation of the 6D Mark II and A6400 can be found, respectively, in the Canon 6D Mark II Manual (free pdf) or the online Sony A6400 Manual.

Review summary

So what conclusions can be drawn? Which of the two cameras – the Canon 6D Mark II or the Sony A6400 – has the upper hand? Is one clearly better than the other? The listing below highlights the relative strengths of the two models.

Reasons to prefer the Canon EOS 6D Mark II:

• Better low-light sensitivity: Requires less light for good images (1 stops ISO advantage).
• Brighter framing: Features an optical viewfinder for clear, lag-free composition.
• Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.72x vs 0.70x).
• Easier setting verification: Features an LCD display on top to control shooting parameters.
• More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1040k vs 922k dots).
• More flexible LCD: Has a swivel screen for odd-angle shots in portrait or landscape orientation.
• Easier time-lapse photography: Has an intervalometer built-in for low frequency shooting.
• Longer lasting: Can take more shots (1200 versus 410) on a single battery charge.
• Easier geotagging: Features an internal GPS sensor to log localization data.
• More heavily discounted: Has been on the market for longer (launched in June 2017).

Advantages of the Sony Alpha A6400:

• More dynamic range: Captures a broader range of light and dark details (1.7 EV of extra DR).
• Better video: Provides higher definition movie capture (4K/30p vs 1080/60p).
• More framing info: Has an electronic viewfinder that displays shooting data.
• More complete view: Has a viewfinder with a larger field of view (100% vs 98%).
• Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (11 vs 6.5 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
• Less disturbing: Has an electronic shutter option for completely silent shooting.
• More compact: Is smaller (120x67mm vs 144x111mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
• Less heavy: Has a lower weight (by 362g or 47 percent) and is thus easier to take along.
• Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
• More legacy lens friendly: Can use many non-native lenses via adapters.
• Easier fill-in: Has a small integrated flash to brighten shadows of backlit subjects.
• More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (55 percent cheaper at launch).
• More modern: Was introduced somewhat (1 year and 6 months) more recently.

If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the A6400 emerges as the winner of the match-up (13 : 10 points). However, the relevance of individual strengths will vary across photographers, so that you might want to apply your own weighing scheme to the summary points when reflecting and deciding on a new camera. A professional wildlife photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a family photog, and a person interested in architecture has distinct needs from a sports shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

6D Mark II 10:13 A6400

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Canon 6D Mark II and the Sony A6400 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best DSLR Camera and Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of the spec-sheets of cameras can offer a general idea of their imaging potential, it remains partial and cannot reveal, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance when actually working with the 6D Mark II or the A6400. User reviews that are available, for instance, at amazon can sometimes shed light on these issues, but such feedback is all too often partial, inconsistent, and inaccurate.

Expert reviews

This is where reviews by experts come in. The following table reports the overall ratings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

Expert Camera Reviews # Camera Model AP score CL score DCW score DPR score EPZ score PB score Camera Launch Launch Price (USD) Street Price 1. Canon 6D Mark II4/5+4/580/1004.5/54/5 Jun 2017 1,999 amazon.com 2. Sony A64004/5+4/585/1004.5/54/5 Jan 2019 899 amazon.com 3. Canon R4/5o4/579/1004.5/54/5 Sep 2018 2,299 amazon.com 4. Canon 5D Mark IV4.5/5+ +4/587/1004.5/54.5/5 Aug 2016 3,499 amazon.com 5. Canon 80D4/5+ +4.5/584/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2016 1,199ebay.com 6. Canon 5D Mark III..+ +..82/1004.5/54.5/5 Mar 2012 3,499ebay.com 7. Canon 6D5/5+ +..83/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2012 2,099ebay.com 8. Canon 5D Mark II4/591/100..79/1004/5.. Sep 2008 3,499ebay.com 9. Nikon D7505/5+ +4/590/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2014 2,299ebay.com 10. Nikon D6104/5+ +..87/1004.5/54.5/5 Oct 2013 1,999ebay.com 11. Nikon D53004/5+ +..79/1004.5/54.5/5 Oct 2013 799ebay.com 12. Nikon D6004/5+ +..87/1005/54.5/5 Sep 2012 2,099ebay.com 13. Sony A6100....4/582/1004/55/5 Aug 2019 749ebay.com 14. Sony A7 III..+ +4.5/589/1005/55/5 Feb 2018 1,999 amazon.com 15. Sony A63004.5/5+..85/1005/55/5 Feb 2016 999ebay.com 16. Sony A51004.5/5+....4.5/55/5 Aug 2014 549ebay.com 17. Sony A60005/5+4.5/580/1004.5/55/5 Feb 2014 599ebay.com Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.

Care should be taken when interpreting the review scores above, though. The ratings are only valid when referring to cameras in the same category and of the same age. Hence, a score should always be seen in the context of the camera's market launch date and its price, and rating-comparisons among cameras that span long time periods or concern very differently equipped models make little sense. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.

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Specifications: Canon 6D Mark II vs Sony A6400

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.