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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£570
  • Avg. price in US: ~$700
  • Sensor size: APS-C
  • Lens mount: Sony E
  • Main camera pixel size: 3.91 µm
  • Weight: 396 g
  • Battery life (CIPA): 420 shots

Sony A6100 review. Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among cameras and if it is worth buying.

7.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

7.3

Technical Score

10.0%

9.4

User score

Very good
7.3

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the camera's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, autofocus, video features, stabilization, lens compatibility, connectivity, battery, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

28.0%

7.6

Sensor & Image

25.0%

7.8

Photo Features

18.0%

7.4

Video & Audio

14.0%

6.9

Display & Design

8.0%

5.7

Battery & Power

7.0%

6.0

Connectivity & Storage

Very good
9.4

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.

When it matters: When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.

Score components:

70.0%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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Exceptional
  • 7.3
    Professional photography

    Score components:

    25.0%

    8.8

    Sensor size

    20.0%

    7.2

    Main camera megapixels

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dual card slots

    15.0%

    10

    N. of focus points

    10.0%

    10

    RAW photo capture

    10.0%

    10

    Phase-detection autofocus (photos)

  • 5.0
    Travel

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.5

    Weight

    30.0%

    6.9

    Battery life (CIPA)

    20.0%

    1.0

    Sensor-shift stabilization

    15.0%

    1.0

    GPS

  • 8.1
    Beginners

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.5

    Price

    20.0%

    7.5

    Weight

    20.0%

    10

    AF tracking

    20.0%

    6.9

    Battery life (CIPA)

    10.0%

    10

    Touchscreen

  • 7.0
    Landscape photography

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.2

    Main camera megapixels

    25.0%

    8.8

    Sensor size

    20.0%

    7.2

    Main camera pixel size

    15.0%

    1.0

    Sensor-shift stabilization

    10.0%

    10

    RAW photo capture

  • 6.4
    Street photography

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.5

    Weight

    25.0%

    6.3

    Thickness

    20.0%

    7.3

    AF low-light sensitivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Sensor-shift stabilization

    10.0%

    10

    Eye detection AF (human)

  • 7.6
    Portraits

    Score components:

    30.0%

    8.8

    Sensor size

    25.0%

    7.2

    Main camera pixel size

    20.0%

    10

    Eye detection AF (human)

    15.0%

    7.2

    Main camera megapixels

    10.0%

    1.0

    Sensor-shift stabilization

  • 4.8
    Hiking

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.5

    Weight

    25.0%

    6.9

    Battery life (CIPA)

    20.0%

    2.8

    Min operating temperature

    15.0%

    1.0

    Sensor-shift stabilization

    10.0%

    1.0

    GPS

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Verdict

The Sony a6100Go to product viewer dialogue for this item. is a versatile APS-C mirrorless camera featuring a 24.2MP Exmor CMOS sensor and a powerful Bionz X processor, capable of capturing detailed stills and UHD 4K video at 30fps. Its standout characteristic is a class-leading Fast Hybrid AF system with 425 phase-detection points, delivering 0.02s focus speeds and advanced real-time tracking for humans and animals. Pros include a 180-degree flip-up touchscreen ideal for vlogging, 11fps continuous shooting, a 3.5mm microphone input, and excellent battery life for its class. However, it lacks in-body image stabilization (IBIS) and weather sealing, features a relatively low-resolution electronic viewfinder (EVF), and exhibits noticeable rolling shutter effect in 4K video.

Technical Specifications of Sony A6100

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the camera's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, autofocus, video features, stabilization, lens compatibility, connectivity, battery, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

28.0%

7.6

Sensor & Image

25.0%

7.8

Photo Features

18.0%

7.4

Video & Audio

14.0%

6.9

Display & Design

8.0%

5.7

Battery & Power

7.0%

6.0

Connectivity & Storage

7.3
Sony A6100 has a technical score of 7.26 points, which is higher than 87.3% of cameras.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.

When it matters: When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.

Score components:

70.0%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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9.4
Sony A6100 has a user score of 9.44 points, which is higher than 96.9% of cameras.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters: When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
10
Sony A6100 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 66.1% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.5

Overall score

40.0%

7.5

Price

7.5
Sony A6100 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.5 points, which is higher than 98.1% of products in this category.
Sensor size
What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.
When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: Full frame or larger

APS-C
Sony A6100 uses a sensor classified as APS-C; it is larger than the sensor in 57.4% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 25.7% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
What it is: The effective resolution of the camera sensor, measured in megapixels (MP). Higher megapixels can capture more detail.
When it matters: When you want high-resolution photos that allow more cropping or larger prints.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 20 MP

24.2 MP
Sony A6100 has a main camera resolution of 24.2 MP, which is higher than that of 77.9% of cameras and equal to that of 5.8% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
What it is: The physical size of individual pixels on the camera sensor, measured in micrometers. Larger pixels typically capture more light for better low-light performance.
When it matters: When you shoot in low light and want reduced noise in your photos.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 3.5 µm

3.91 µm
Sony A6100 has a main camera pixel size of 3.91 µm which is larger than in 62.8% of cameras and equal to the size in 2.8% of cameras.
Base ISO
What it is: The native ISO setting that delivers the sensor’s standard balance of image quality and dynamic range.
When it matters: When you want the best native image quality and compare cameras at their most optimal sensitivity setting.

Importance: LOW

100
Sony A6100 has a base ISO of 100 which is higher than that of 20.3% of cameras and equal to that of 52% of cameras.
Max ISO
What it is: The ISO ceiling shows the highest sensor sensitivity available for darker scenes.
When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least ISO 25,600

32,000
Sony A6100 reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 32,000, which is higher than that of 88.1% of cameras and equal to that of 1.8% of cameras.
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Lens mount
What it is: The mechanical and electronic interface that determines which interchangeable lenses the camera can use.
When it matters: When lens availability, upgrade options, and long-term system compatibility are central to your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

Sony E
Built-in focus motor
What it is: Indicates whether the camera body includes an internal autofocus motor for driving compatible lenses.
When it matters: When you plan to use older or budget lenses that depend on the camera body for autofocus drive.

Importance: LOW

no
Sony A6100 does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
What it is: The total number of selectable autofocus points available for positioning and tracking focus.
When it matters: When you want more flexibility in placing focus precisely or tracking subjects across the frame.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 200 points

425
Sony A6100 has 425 focus points, more than the number offered by 90.3% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 3.8% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
What it is: Autofocus technology that measures phase differences to lock focus quickly and accurately for still photography.
When it matters: When you want faster and more reliable autofocus for still photos, especially with moving subjects.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Sony A6100 supports phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.3% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
What it is: An autofocus mode that continuously follows a moving subject to keep it sharp during shooting.
When it matters: When your subjects move unpredictably and you need the camera to keep focus on them automatically.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Sony A6100 supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
What it is: The highest video resolution the camera can record, defining the maximum level of captured image detail.
When it matters: When you care about recording the highest level of detail for cropping, editing, or future-proof video work.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 3840 px

3,840 px
Sony A6100 supports 3,840 px video recording which is higher quality than that of 76% of cameras and equal to that of 19.2% of cameras.
Video bitrate
What it is: The amount of video data recorded per second, which affects file size and potential recording quality.
When it matters: When you compare potential video quality and want fewer compression artifacts in demanding scenes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 200 Mbps

100 Mbps
Sony A6100 has a video bitrate of 100 Mbps which is higher than that of 73% of cameras and equal to that of 8.7% of cameras.
Video bit depth
What it is: The number of bits used per color channel in recorded video, affecting gradation smoothness and editing flexibility.
When it matters: When you color grade video and want smoother gradients with fewer banding issues.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 10-bit

8 bit
Sony A6100 supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
HDMI
Video chroma subsampling
What it is: The color sampling format used in video recording, indicating how much color detail is retained relative to brightness detail.
When it matters: When color grading, keying, or serious post-production work is important in your video workflow.

Importance: LOW

4:2:2
Sony A6100 supports 4:2:2 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 77.9% of cameras and equal to that of 22.1% of cameras.
HDMI
Video codecs
What it is: The video compression formats the camera can use when recording, affecting compatibility, efficiency, and workflow.
When it matters: When compatibility, editing performance, and file efficiency matter in the way you handle video.

Importance: LOW

H.264
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Type
What it is: The camera type identifies the overall design, such as mirrorless, DSLR, compact, or bridge.
When it matters: When you want a camera style that matches how you shoot, carry, and swap lenses.

Importance: LOW

mirrorless
Weight
What it is: The total weight of the camera body, which affects comfort while carrying and shooting.
When it matters: When you carry the camera all day, travel often, or prefer a lighter setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 500 g or less

396 g
Sony A6100 weighs 396 g which is heavier than 50.1% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.2% of cameras.
Width
What it is: The width of the camera body, measured from side to side.
When it matters: When compact packing, grip comfort, or bag fit matters to you.

Importance: LOW

120 mm
Sony A6100 has a width of 120 mm which is wider than 50.3% of cameras and equal to that of 1.4% of cameras.
Height
What it is: The height of the camera body, measured from top to bottom.
When it matters: When you care about how compact the camera feels in a bag or in hand.

Importance: LOW

66.9 mm
Sony A6100 has a height of 66.9 mm which is shorter than 61.7% of cameras and equal to that of 0.7% of cameras.
Thickness
What it is: The depth of the device profile, excluding the camera bump unless specified.
When it matters: When you prefer a sleek, slim profile that slides easily into tight pockets.

Importance: LOW

59.4 mm
Sony A6100 has a thickness of 59.4 mm which is thicker than 57.1% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
What it is: The official battery endurance estimate measured under CIPA test methodology, usually expressed in shots per charge.
When it matters: When you need realistic expectations for how many shots you can take before carrying a spare battery.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 400 shots

420 shots
Sony A6100 has a CIPA-rated battery life of 420 shots, which is longer than that of 72.4% of cameras and equal to that of 0.9% of cameras.
Battery capacity
What it is: The amount of electric charge the battery can hold, measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
When it matters: When you want a general idea of how large the battery is physically.

Importance: LOW

Good value: At least 1,500 mAh

1,020 mAh
Sony A6100 has a battery capacity of 1,020 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 65.5% of cameras and equal to those in 3.3% of cameras.
Removable battery
What it is: Indicates whether the flight battery can be removed and swapped by the user.
When it matters: When you want to swap batteries quickly between flights.

Importance: LOW

yes
Sony A6100 has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
What it is: Support for the USB Power Delivery standard for higher-power charging or external power supply over USB-C.
When it matters: When you want faster USB-C charging or the ability to power the camera externally for longer sessions.

Importance: LOW

no
Sony A6100 does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Indicates whether the camera has built-in Wi-Fi for image transfer, remote control, or network features.
When it matters: When you want to transfer photos wirelessly, control the camera from a phone, or use supported network workflows.

Importance: LOW

yes
Sony A6100 supports Wi-Fi. This feature is available on 47.8% of cameras.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: The specific generation of Wi-Fi standards supported (e.g., Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 7), determining maximum speed and efficiency.
When it matters: When you have a high-speed router and want faster downloads with less congestion.

Importance: LOW

Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Sony A6100 uses Wi-Fi version Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) which is newer than that of 54.2% of cameras and equal to that of 35.6% of cameras.
Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Indicates whether the camera supports Bluetooth for pairing, remote control, or file transfer.
When it matters: When you want quick wireless pairing with a phone, remote control, or location syncing.

Importance: LOW

yes
Sony A6100 has Bluetooth. 22.6% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
What it is: The Bluetooth version supported by the camera for wireless pairing and low-power connections.
When it matters: When you want more efficient wireless pairing, better range, or newer Bluetooth features.

Importance: LOW

4.1
Sony A6100 supports Bluetooth version 4.1 which is newer than that supported by 79.5% of cameras and equal to that of 6.8% of cameras.
USB Type-C
What it is: A modern, reversible connector used for charging, data transfer, and sometimes audio or video output.
When it matters: When you want a reversible cable that handles charging, data, and accessories universally.

Importance: LOW

no
Sony A6100 does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Sony A6100 vs the average camera

  • 402 more AF points
    Sony A6100 has more focus points than the average camera (425 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    What it is: The total number of selectable autofocus points available for positioning and tracking focus.
    When it matters: When you want more flexibility in placing focus precisely or tracking subjects across the frame.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: At least 200 points

    Sony A6100 has more focus points than the average camera (425 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.425 vs 23
  • Phase-detect AF for photos
    Sony A6100 supports phase-detection autofocus for photos, the average camera does not.
    What it is: Autofocus technology that measures phase differences to lock focus quickly and accurately for still photography.
    When it matters: When you want faster and more reliable autofocus for still photos, especially with moving subjects.

    Importance: HIGH

    Sony A6100 supports phase-detection autofocus for photos, the average camera does not.
  • 25,600 higher max ISO
    Sony A6100 has a higher max ISO than the average camera (32,000 vs 6,400). The average camera reaches a max ISO of 6,400.
    What it is: The ISO ceiling shows the highest sensor sensitivity available for darker scenes.
    When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: At least ISO 25,600

    Sony A6100 has a higher max ISO than the average camera (32,000 vs 6,400). The average camera reaches a max ISO of 6,400.32,000 vs 6,400
  • Human eye AF
    Sony A6100 supports human eye-detection AF, the average camera does not.
    What it is: Autofocus detection designed to identify and prioritize human eyes for portrait and action shooting.
    When it matters: When you shoot portraits, weddings, or events and want the camera to prioritize people’s eyes automatically.

    Importance: LOW

    Sony A6100 supports human eye-detection AF, the average camera does not.
  • 5.3 fps faster mechanical burst
    Sony A6100 has a faster mechanical burst rate than the average camera (11 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera shoots at 5.7 fps.
    What it is: The maximum burst rate the camera can achieve using its mechanical shutter, measured in frames per second.
    When it matters: When you photograph sports, wildlife, or action and want more chances to catch the exact moment.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: At least 10 fps

    Sony A6100 has a faster mechanical burst rate than the average camera (11 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera shoots at 5.7 fps.11 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • Better viewfinder type
    Sony A6100 uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
    What it is: The type of viewfinder the camera uses to frame the shot, such as optical, electronic, hybrid, or none.
    When it matters: When you strongly prefer the clarity of an optical finder, the preview benefits of an electronic one, or no viewfinder at all.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Sony A6100 uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).electronic vs none
  • Animal eye AF
    Sony A6100 supports animal eye-detection AF, the average camera does not.
    What it is: Autofocus detection designed to identify and prioritize animal eyes during wildlife or pet photography.
    When it matters: When you photograph pets or wildlife and want the camera to lock onto animal eyes more reliably.

    Importance: LOW

    Sony A6100 supports animal eye-detection AF, the average camera does not.
  • Has microphone input
    Sony A6100 has microphone input, the average camera does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether the camera has a microphone input for connecting an external mic.
    When it matters: When you record video and want better audio than the built-in microphones can provide.

    Importance: LOW

    Sony A6100 has microphone input, the average camera does not.
  • Better viewfinder type
    Sony A6100 uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
  • Has a touchscreen
    Sony A6100 has a touchscreen, the average camera does not. 36.6% of cameras support touchscreen input.
  • 8 more customizable buttons
    Sony A6100 has more customizable buttons than the average camera (8 vs 0). The average camera offers 0 customizable buttons.
  • 37.2% higher magnification
    Sony A6100 has a higher viewfinder magnification than the average camera (1.1x vs 0.78x). The average camera has a viewfinder magnification of 0.78x.
  • 25,600 higher max ISO
    Sony A6100 has a higher max ISO than the average camera (32,000 vs 6,400). The average camera reaches a max ISO of 6,400.
  • Sensor cleaning system
    Sony A6100 includes a sensor cleaning system, the average camera does not.
  • 8 MP higher resolution on the main camera
    Sony A6100 has a higher main camera resolution than the average camera (24.2 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a main camera resolution of 16.2 MP.
  • 6 newer
    Sony A6100 is newer than the average camera (2019 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
  • Higher DxOMark landscape score
    Sony A6100 has a higher DxOMark landscape score than the average camera (13.6 vs 12.4). The average camera scores 12.4.
  • 25,900 higher expanded ISO
    Sony A6100 has a higher expanded ISO than the average camera (51,200 vs 25,300). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25,300.
  • 9 points higher DxOMark sensor score
    Sony A6100 has a higher DxOMark sensor score than the average camera (82 points vs 73 points). The average camera has a DxOMark sensor score of 73 points.
  • Higher DxOMark portrait score
    Sony A6100 has a higher DxOMark portrait score than the average camera (24 vs 23.0). The average camera scores 23.0.
  • 0.57 µm larger main-camera pixels
    Sony A6100 has a higher main camera pixel size than the average camera (3.9 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average camera has a main camera pixel size of 3.34 µm.
  • 402 more AF points
    Sony A6100 has more focus points than the average camera (425 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
  • Phase-detect AF for photos
    Sony A6100 supports phase-detection autofocus for photos, the average camera does not.
  • 5.3 fps faster mechanical burst
    Sony A6100 has a faster mechanical burst rate than the average camera (11 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera shoots at 5.7 fps.
  • Human eye AF
    Sony A6100 supports human eye-detection AF, the average camera does not.
  • Animal eye AF
    Sony A6100 supports animal eye-detection AF, the average camera does not.
  • Supports touch autofocus
    Sony A6100 supports touch autofocus, the average camera does not. 34.9% of cameras support touch autofocus.
  • 100,000 more shutter cycles
    Sony A6100 has a higher shutter durability than the average camera (200,000 vs 100,000). The average camera is rated for 100,000 shutter cycles.
  • Has microphone input
    Sony A6100 has microphone input, the average camera does not.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    Sony A6100 supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
  • 1920 px higher video resolution
    Sony A6100 records higher-resolution video than the average camera (3,840 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
  • Phase-detect AF in video
    Sony A6100 supports phase-detection autofocus in video, the average camera does not.
  • More complete chroma subsampling
    Sony A6100 supports better video chroma subsampling than the average camera (4:2:2 vs 4:2:0). The average camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling.
  • 3.33x higher video bitrate
    Sony A6100 has a higher video bitrate than the average camera (100 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.
  • Clean HDMI output
    Sony A6100 offers clean HDMI output, the average camera does not.
  • Supports live streaming
    Sony A6100 supports live streaming, the average camera does not.
  • Built-in timelapse
    Sony A6100 includes timelapse capture, the average camera does not.
  • Supports 24p cinema mode
    Sony A6100 supports 24p cinema mode, the average camera does not. 44% of cameras support this mode.
  • 90 shots longer battery life
    Sony A6100 has longer battery life than the average camera (420 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
  • Has Bluetooth
    Sony A6100 supports Bluetooth, the average camera does not. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    Sony A6100 supports Wi-Fi, the average camera does not. 47.8% of cameras support Wi-Fi.
  • Smartphone remote control
    Sony A6100 supports smartphone remote control, the average camera does not. 46.2% of cameras support smartphone remote control.
  • Has NFC
    Sony A6100 supports NFC, the average camera does not. 15% of cameras support NFC.

Total
Overall
Display & Design
Sensor & Image
Photo Features
Video & Audio
Battery & Power
Connectivity & Storage
  • 920000 dots lower EVF resolution
    Sony A6100 has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (1,440,000 dots vs 2,360,000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2,360,000 dots.
  • Worse low-light autofocus
    Sony A6100 has a worse low-light AF sensitivity than the average camera (-2 EV vs -4 EV). The average camera reaches a low-light AF sensitivity of -4 EV.
    Rated with f/2.0 lens.
  • 100 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Sony A6100 has a lower battery capacity than the average camera (1,020 mAh vs 1,120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1,120 mAh.
  • Worse low-light autofocus
    Sony A6100 has a worse low-light AF sensitivity than the average camera (-2 EV vs -4 EV). The average camera reaches a low-light AF sensitivity of -4 EV.
    Rated with f/2.0 lens.
    What it is: The lowest light level at which the autofocus system is rated to work reliably.
    When it matters: When you shoot in dim environments and need autofocus that still locks confidently after dark.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Sony A6100 has a worse low-light AF sensitivity than the average camera (-2 EV vs -4 EV). The average camera reaches a low-light AF sensitivity of -4 EV.-2 vs -4
  • 920000 dots lower EVF resolution
    Sony A6100 has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (1,440,000 dots vs 2,360,000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2,360,000 dots.
    What it is: The pixel or dot resolution of the electronic viewfinder, which affects sharpness and clarity while composing shots.
    When it matters: When you compose through an electronic viewfinder and want a sharper, more detailed preview of the scene.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: At least 2.36 million dots

    Sony A6100 has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (1,440,000 dots vs 2,360,000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2,360,000 dots.1440000 dots vs 2360000 dots
  • 100 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Sony A6100 has a lower battery capacity than the average camera (1,020 mAh vs 1,120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1,120 mAh.
    What it is: The amount of electric charge the battery can hold, measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
    When it matters: When you want a general idea of how large the battery is physically.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: At least 1,500 mAh

    Sony A6100 has a lower battery capacity than the average camera (1,020 mAh vs 1,120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1,120 mAh.1020 mAh vs 1120 mAh
  • 96.6% more expensive
    Sony A6100 is more expensive than the average camera (£570 vs £290).
    Sony A6100 is more expensive than the average camera (£570 vs £290).£570 vs £290
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(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

What customers like about Sony A6100?

  • Industry-leading real-time autofocus tracking and eye detection
  • Excellent 24.2MP image quality for both JPEG and RAW files
  • Compact and lightweight design, ideal for travel and vlogging
  • High-speed burst shooting at up to 11 frames per second
  • Flip-up touchscreen and 4K video capabilities
  • Good battery life for its class with convenient USB charging
  • Standard 3.5mm microphone jack for improved audio

What customers dislike about Sony A6100?

  • Lack of in-body image stabilization (IBIS)
  • Significant rolling shutter effect during 4K video recording
  • Lower-resolution electronic viewfinder (EVF) and LCD screen
  • Convoluted menu system that can be difficult to navigate
  • Plastic build quality without weather sealing
  • Lack of a headphone jack for audio monitoring
  • Older Micro-USB charging port instead of the modern USB-C

Expert reviews

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dpreview.com
29/10/2019
Sony a6100 review: Should this be your next family camera?

The DPReview Sony a6100 review highlights the entry-level mirrorless camera as a highly capable tool built around a class-leading autofocus system. Pros include outstanding real-time AF tracking for human/animal subjects, excellent image quality, sharp 4K video, and a 180-degree flip-up touchscreen. Conversely, the camera features a plastic build, lacks in-body image stabilization...Read more

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gerenm.net
12/07/2020
Around The Yard – Sony Alpha A6100 Review

The Sony Alpha a6100 is a compact, lightweight, and budget-friendly APS-C mirrorless camera designed for everyday photography and vlogging. The reviewer praised its punchy, out-of-camera JPEGs that deliver accurate colors, great contrast, and excellent detail retention in high-contrast lighting. The camera's standout feature is its outstanding autofocus system, which delivers...Read more

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rtings.com
19/04/2024
Sony α6100 Camera Review

The Sony α6100 is a highly capable entry-level APS-C mirrorless camera featuring an outstanding autofocus system, excellent image quality, and strong battery life, making it ideal for vlogging and travel. However, the camera is limited by a confusing menu system, the lack of a headphone jack, and 8-bit video recording without advanced log profiles, according to the RTINGS.com...Read more

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techradar.com
06/02/2024
Sony A6100 review

The Sony A6100 is an entry-level APS-C mirrorless camera that serves as a highly capable, beginner-friendly successor to the popular A6000. It excels by inheriting the same advanced 425-point phase-detection autofocus system found in Sony's much higher-end models, offering class-leading continuous subject tracking and rapid performance for both 24.2MP stills and cropped 4K video...Read more

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engadget.com
27/01/2020
Sony A6100 review: Incredible autofocus for a budget camera

The Engadget review identifies the Sony A6100 as a top budget mirrorless camera, highlighted by its class-leading, AI-driven Real-Time Eye AF for humans and animals. Key advantages include sharp 4K video, improved JPEG color, a 180-degree flip screen, and fast 11 fps burst shooting. Conversely, the review notes compromises such as a cheap, non-weather-sealed plastic body and...Read more

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stuff.tv
08/11/2019
Sony a6100 review - Stuff

The Sony a6100 is a highly capable entry-level mirrorless camera that provides a great gateway into serious photography. Priced at £900 with a 16-50mm kit lens, it stands out for its blazing-fast performance, including a 425-point phase-detection autofocus system and real-time AI eye tracking for humans and animals. It handles fast-moving subjects exceptionally well with an 11fps...Read more

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uwphotographyguide.com
03/12/2019
Sony a6100 Review - Underwater Photography Guide

The Sony a6100 serves as a budget-friendly, mid-range addition to Sony’s APS-C mirrorless camera lineup. Priced at a U.S. MSRP of $750 at launch, it primarily acts as a highly viable upgrade to the older Sony a6000. The camera features a 24.2-megapixel CMOS sensor, 14-bit RAW output, and a modernized video system capable of shooting 4K at 30fps and 1080p at 120fps. Its most notable...Read more

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lensvid.com
17/11/2019
Sony A6100 Hands On Review - LensVid

The Sony A6100 Hands On Review on LensVid positions this camera as a highly capable, budget-friendly entry-level replacement for the older A6000. The summary highlights several standout pros, notably a vastly upgraded autofocus system that stands as arguably the best in its class, alongside an upgraded sensor that brings 4K video recording. Users will also benefit from an improved...Read more

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chip.de
28/01/2020
Sony Alpha 6100 mirrorless camera review – CHIP

The Sony Alpha 6100 is an entry-level mirrorless camera (DSLM) featuring a 24-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor and a highly capable hybrid autofocus system with 425 measuring points. In testing, it delivers outstanding video quality by utilizing a 6K oversampled signal to produce highly detailed, sharp UHD 4K footage at 30 fps or Full HD at 120 fps without pixel binning. It is...Read more

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digitalkamera.de
04/01/2020
Review: Sony Alpha 6100 – Digitalkamera.de

The Digitalkamera.de review highlights the Sony Alpha 6100 as a capable entry-level camera featuring an excellent 425-point hybrid autofocus system with real-time tracking, a fast 11 fps burst rate, and a 180-degree tilting touchscreen. The 24.2-megapixel APS-C sensor delivers sharp images, complemented by improved JPEG color rendering and a built-in flash. Conversely, the review...Read more

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dkamera.de
21/12/2021
Conclusion | Sony Alpha 6100 Review – DKamera

The Sony Alpha 6100 is an entry-level mirrorless camera that delivers excellent image quality and speed for its class. It features a 24-megapixel APS-C sensor that captures highly detailed photos with very low noise up to ISO 3,200. The camera shines in performance, offering a fast autofocus system with 425 phase-detection points, real-time eye tracking, and a quick continuous...Read more

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welt.de
14/01/2020
Sony Alpha 6100 Review: What this entry-level mirrorless camera can do

The Sony Alpha 6100 is an entry-level mirrorless camera that succeeds the highly popular Alpha 6000 by borrowing advanced technology from Sony's high-end models, such as the Alpha 9. It features a 24-megapixel sensor paired with a new, significantly faster image processor, resulting in sharper, more detailed photos and vastly improved 4K video recording at up to 30 frames per second...Read more

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connect-living.de
01/09/2023
Sony A6100 Review", "Sony A6100 In-Depth Review", "Sony A6100 Tested

The Sony A6100 review by Karl Stechl on connect-living highlights the camera as a highly compact, lightweight (396g), and budget-friendly entry into Sony's flexible mirrorless APS-C system. Equipped with a 24-megapixel sensor and a Bionz-X processor, it delivers excellent, harmoniously balanced image quality that stands out among entry-level competitors, maintaining solid detail...Read more

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fotoschule.fotocommunity.de
24/05/2023
Raw Test: Sony A6100 - fotocommunity Photo School

The review by fotocommunity Fotoschule positions the Sony A6100 as a capable, budget-friendly entry-level APS-C mirrorless camera priced at approximately €750. It shares the same 24-megapixel CMOS sensor and Bionz-X processor as its more expensive siblings, the A6400 and A6600, yielding equivalent, excellent raw and JPEG image quality. A standout feature is its highly sophisticated...Read more

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speicherkarten.guru
27/11/2019
Real-World Test: Memory Cards for the Sony Alpha 6100", "Hands-On Review: Best Memory Cards for the Sony Alpha 6100", "In-Depth Test: Sony Alpha 6100...

Speicherkarten.guru provides a focused, practical evaluation of the Sony Alpha 6100, highlighting its notable upgrades over the classic Alpha 6000. The review praises the entry-level mirrorless camera for integrating significant advancements, most notably a greatly improved autofocus system that features human and animal Eye-AF, alongside a newly added microphone port. These...Read more

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chip.de
15/11/2019
Sony Alpha 6100 Review - Video

YouTube · Despite its high praise, the review points out several handling quirks and hardware limitations. The exterior layout can feel cramped and cheap due to its lightweight plastic body, which lacks the weather-proofing found on premium models. While the addition of a touch interface is helpful for selecting focus points, it cannot be used for menu navigation, leaving users to...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
03/12/2019
Sony A6100 Review: Image quality as the main argument", "Sony A6100 Review: The new high-performance entry-level APS-C mirrorless camera", "Sony A6100...

The Sony A6100 is an entry-level APS-C mirrorless camera that stands out primarily for its exceptional image quality and impressive exposure latitude when shooting in Raw format. Sharing the same 24.2-megapixel sensor and advanced 425-point autofocus system as Sony's higher-end models, it delivers excellent detail retention up to ISO 1600 or 3200. Additional strengths include a...Read more

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cnetfrance.fr
19/12/2019
Sony A6100 Review: Stripped-back entry level but top-tier images", "Sony A6100 Test: Entry-level model with fewer features but first-rate image qualit...

The CNET France review for the Sony A6100 highlights it as an entry-level mirrorless camera that trims down premium features to hit a lower price point while still retaining excellent overall image quality. Powered by a 24.2-megapixel APS-C sensor and the BIONZ X processor, it stands out for its class-leading real-time autofocus tracking. It offers incredibly fast 0.02-second...Read more

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happytobe.fr
23/01/2026
Sony Alpha 6100 full review – Compact and versatile for photography and video

The Happytobe review highlights the Sony Alpha 6100 as a highly portable and lightweight 396-gram mirrorless hybrid camera that strikes an excellent balance between performance and affordability. It is praised for its remarkable image quality delivered by a 24.2-megapixel APS-C sensor, an exceptionally fast real-time eye autofocus system that tracks both humans and animals, and a...Read more

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camerarace.com
22/07/2026
Sony Alpha a6100 - Review and Specs

The Sony Alpha a6100 is a compact, entry-level mirrorless camera highly regarded for its class-leading real-time autofocus tracking, 11 fps burst shooting, and lightweight design suitable for street photography. Key advantages include its reliable 425-point phase-detection system for quick subject tracking and immediate image sharing via built-in connectivity. Conversely, the camera...Read more

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photolari.com
24/02/2020
Sony A6100: Is this new version worth it?

The Photolari review outlines the Sony A6100 as a heavily upgraded successor to the long-standing, best-selling A6000. The camera retains a compact form factor, a 24-megapixel APS-C sensor, and a continuous burst shooting capability of up to 11 frames per second. Its standout evolutionary leap lies in its highly advanced, agile hybrid autofocus system, which imports top-tier...Read more

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fotonerd.it
30/05/2020
Sony a6100 review: the entry-level that's not so entry-level

The Sony a6100 is an entry-level APS-C mirrorless camera that punches well above its weight class, packing features from higher-end models into a lightweight 396g body. Equipped with a 24.2-megapixel Exmor CMOS sensor and a BIONZ X processor, it delivers impressive, sharp image quality with accurate colour reproduction and strong low-light performance up to ISO 6,400. Its standout...Read more

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fotonerd.it
18/03/2026
Best Budget Mirrorless Camera: Sony Alpha 6100. Want to dive deeper into autofocus performance or see a comparison with other Alpha series models?

This buyer's guide by FotoNerd evaluates the best budget mirrorless cameras on the market, categorising recommendations by brand (Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Panasonic, Olympus, and Sony) rather than price to guide users based on ecosystem and personal needs. It outlines fundamental buying factors, such as understanding the crop factors and low-light performance differences between...Read more

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reflex-mania.com
17/11/2020
Sony A6100: Review and Technical Specifications

The Sony A6100 is an advanced entry-level mirrorless camera that punches well above its weight, sharing premium features with higher-end models like the a6400. Equipped with a 24.2-megapixel APS-C CMOS Exmor sensor and a BIONZ X processor, it delivers fast 11 frames-per-second continuous shooting and high-quality 4K video recording. Its standout feature is an exceptionally fast,...Read more

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kijkenziefotoschool.nl
10/03/2020
Sony A6100 Review: 100% Independent | Pros | Cons

This independent review evaluates the Sony A6100 mirrorless camera, an entry-level APS-C model launched in October 2019 as the successor to the popular A6000. Tailored primarily for beginners, travelers, and vloggers, the camera features a 24.2-megapixel sensor. Its standout features include an exceptionally fast 425-point autofocus system with real-time tracking, human eye...Read more

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