93.5
Best for professional vloggers and travel content creators who need cinematic quality in a pocketable form factor.
- 4K/120fps Slow Motion
- 10-bit D-Log M Color
- Integrated 3-Axis Gimbal
$499
Head to head · Cameras
Alpha a6400 Mirrorless Camera vs Alpha 7 IV Full-frame Mirrorless
Ravvy scores Alpha a6400 Mirrorless Camera at 89.12 and Alpha 7 IV Full-frame Mirrorless at 93.3. Alpha 7 IV Full-frame Mirrorless takes the overall pick, best for hybrid shooters who need high-resolution stills and professional 10-bit video..
89.1
$948
The Sony a6400 is the best choice for creators who prioritize reliable autofocus and portability, provided they can live without in-body image stabilization.
Ravvy pick
93.3
$1,998
This is the definitive choice for hybrid creators who need a professional blend of 33MP high-resolution stills and 10-bit video, provided they can overlook the crop factor at high frame rates.
How they score
| Factor | Alpha a6400 Mirrorless Camera | Alpha 7 IV Full-frame Mirrorless |
|---|---|---|
| Portability | 94.5 | – |
| Build Quality | 85 | – |
| Video Quality | 88 | – |
| Autofocus Speed | 98 | – |
| Low Light Performance | 78 | – |
| Image Quality | – | 94.2 |
| Value for Money | – | 86.5 |
| Build Ergonomics | – | 91 |
| Video Versatility | – | 89.5 |
| Autofocus Performance | – | 98 |
Alpha a6400 Mirrorless Camera
What owners praise
- Industry leading real-time eye autofocus and tracking
- 180 degree tilting screen is perfect for vlogging
- Compact and lightweight weather-sealed body
- High quality 4K video with no recording time limit
- Excellent battery life for a mirrorless camera
What to know first
- No in-body image stabilization (IBIS)
- Older menu system can be difficult to navigate
- Included 16-50mm kit lens has average low-light performance
Skip it if professional videographers requiring in-body stabilization or dual card slots
Alpha 7 IV Full-frame Mirrorless
What owners praise
- Superb 33MP sensor balances resolution and noise
- Industry-leading Real-time Eye AF for humans and animals
- High-quality 10-bit 4:2:2 internal video recording
- Dual card slots supporting CFexpress Type A
- Improved menu system and ergonomics over previous models
What to know first
- Significant crop factor when shooting 4K 60p video
- Rolling shutter can be visible during very fast pans
- Rear LCD resolution is lower than some competitors
Skip it if action cinematographers requiring uncropped 4k 60p footage
Specs side by side
| Spec | Alpha a6400 Mirrorless Camera | Alpha 7 IV Full-frame Mirrorless |
|---|---|---|
| UPC | 027242932487 | 027242923577 |
| ASIN | B0DTFSLSTS | B09JZT6YK5 |
| GTIN | 027242932487 | 027242923577 |
| Brand | Sony | Sony |
| Color | Black | Black |
| Bit Depth | 14 Bit | 14 Bit |
| Crop Mode | APS-C | Full-Frame |
| Lens Type | Wide Angle | Wide Angle |
| Focus Mode | Automatic AF (AF-A), Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C), Manual Focus (MF), Single-Servo AF (AF-S) | Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C), Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus (MF), Single-Servo AF (AF-S) |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus, Manual Focus | manual-and-auto |
| Model Name | Alpha 6400 K | Alpha 7 IV |
| Self Timer | 2 seconds | 10 seconds |
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93.3
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Best for adventure content creators and professional videographers who need high-res reframing
- Dual 1/1.28 inch High-Performance Sensors
- 49ft Waterproofing without a case
- Triple AI Chip for Advanced Noise Reduction
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93.1
Best for hybrid shooters and event professionals needing high-speed performance
- Partially Stacked 24.5MP CMOS Sensor
- Internal 6K RAW Video Recording
- 4,000-nit HDR Viewfinder
$2,197