Sony A6400 — Camera Guide

The a6400 introduced "Real-time Tracking" and "Real-time Eye AF," features previously reserved for the flagship A9. This is the camera's superpower.

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Sigma 30mm f/1.4 (The "Nifty Fifty" equivalent) The a6400 introduced "Real-time Tracking" and "Real-time Eye

Sony 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 (The "Travel Zoom") Sigma 30mm f/1

| Feature | Details | |---------|---------| | Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS | | Processor | BIONZ X | | ISO Range | 100–32,200 (expandable to 102,400) | | Autofocus | 425 phase-detection + 425 contrast points | | Continuous Shooting | 11 fps with AF/AE tracking | | Video | 4K (30/24p) with full pixel readout | | Screen | 3.0" 921k-dot touchscreen (flip-up 180°) | | Viewfinder | 2.36M-dot OLED EVF | | Battery Life | ~410 shots (LCD) / ~360 shots (EVF) | | Weight | 403g (with battery & card) |

The Sony a6400 sits in a unique sweet spot in the camera world. Released in 2019, it remains one of the most popular mirrorless cameras on the market in 2024 and beyond. Why? Because it nails the trifecta of modern photography: blazing-fast autofocus, uncropped 4K video, and a compact body.

Whether you are a vlogger migrating from a smartphone, a sports shooter needing that 11fps burst, or a traveler looking for a lightweight beast, this Sony a6400 camera guide will take you from the basic setup to advanced, pro-level tricks.