Sony a6100 Mirrorless Camera
The Sony a6100 is a 24.2MP APS-C mirrorless camera — with 4K video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Sony a6100 Mirrorless Camera
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Camera Overview — Sony a6100
Key Features — Sony a6100
24.2MP APS-C Sensor: The 1.5x crop-factor APS-C sensor paired with BIONZ X processing delivers detailed images across a native ISO 100–32000 range.
425-Point Fast Hybrid AF: Combines phase-detect and contrast-detect autofocus across 425 points for fast, accurate subject acquisition.
Real-Time Eye & Subject Tracking: Automatically detects and locks onto eyes or moving subjects, keeping focus through continuous shooting sequences.
11 fps Burst Shooting: Captures up to 11 fps with continuous AF/AE tracking via mechanical shutter, or 8 fps in silent shooting mode.
4K Video Recording: Records 4K footage with S-Log2, S-Log3, and HLG color profiles, giving editors flexibility in post-production color grading.
120fps at 1080p: Shoots up to 120p at Full HD resolution for smooth slow-motion footage without requiring an external recorder.
Camera Specifications — Sony a6100
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Mirrorless |
| Sensor | APS-C |
| Resolution | 24.2MP |
| Processor | BIONZ X |
| ISO Range | 100 – 32000 |
| AF System | Hybrid (Phase + Contrast), Eye Detection AF, Face Detection AF |
| AF Points | 425 |
| Max Photo Resolution | 24.2MP |
| Burst Rate | 11 fps fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 4K |
| Max Frame Rate | 120fps |
Description — Sony a6100
The Sony a6100 is a 24.2MP APS-C mirrorless camera powered by the BIONZ X image processor, designed for shooters who want capable imaging performance in a compact, lightweight package. The camera's Fast Hybrid AF system spans 425 focus points and includes both eye tracking and subject tracking, supporting continuous AF/AE during burst shooting at up to 11 fps with a mechanical shutter, or 8 fps during silent shooting. The native ISO range runs from 100 to 32000, giving flexibility across a variety of lighting conditions.
On the video side, it captures up to 4K across a wide range of frame rates — 24p, 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p, 100p, and 120p — with 8-bit color depth and support for S-Log2, S-Log3, and HLG color profiles. A 3.0-inch tilting touchscreen LCD at 921,600 dots makes framing from unusual angles straightforward, complemented by a 1.44 million-dot OLED electronic viewfinder running at 60 Hz. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, plus a microphone jack, HDMI output, and USB round out the connectivity.
The body measures 120.0 x 66.9 x 59.4 mm and weighs 396g, with no weather sealing and image stabilization relying solely on compatible Optical SteadyShot lenses.
Pros — Sony a6100
- ✓425-point Fast Hybrid AF system with eye tracking and subject tracking for reliable focus on moving subjects
- ✓11 fps burst shooting with continuous AF/AE tracking (mechanical shutter), or 8 fps in silent mode
- ✓4K video with an extensive frame rate range including 120p, plus S-Log2, S-Log3, and HLG color profiles
Cons — Sony a6100
- ✗No in-body or digital image stabilization — stabilization relies entirely on compatible Optical SteadyShot lenses
- ✗No weather sealing on the polycarbonate and metal composite body
- ✗No headphone jack for monitoring audio during video recording
Videos — Sony a6100
Sony A6100 review: Incredible autofocus for a budget camera — Engadget