Sony a6600 vs Sony a6500
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a6600 and Sony a6500. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Sony.
Sony a6600 were released 2019 and Sony a6500 was released 2016. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a6600 | 2019 |
Sony a6500 | 2016 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Sony APS-C") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony a6600 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a6500 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Resolution
Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Sony a6600 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a6500 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a6600 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Sony a6500 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Sony a6600 has a larger ISO-range than Sony a6500. Sony a6600 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 32000 while Sony a6500 has 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a6600 | 100-32000 |
Sony a6500 | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a6600
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a6500
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a6600 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds and Sony a6500 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a6600 | 11 |
Sony a6500 | 11 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony a6600 and Sony a6500 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Sony a6600 weighs 503 gr (equal to 1.11 lb) which is 11% heavier than Sony a6500 and its 453 gr (or 1 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a6600 | 503 gr 1.11 lb |
Sony a6500 | 453 gr 1 lb |
Sony a6600 vs Sony a6500 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a6600 and Sony a6500, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Sony a6600 |
Sony a6500 |
Name | Sony a6600 | Sony a6500 |
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a6600 |
Sony a6500 |
Release Year | 2019 | 2016 |
Release Date | 2019-08-28 | 2016-10-06 |
MSRP | 1399 USD | 1399 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a6600 |
Sony a6500 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Sony a6600 |
Sony a6500 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz X | Bionz X |
Image |
Sony a6600 |
Sony a6500 |
ISO Range | 100 - 32000 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a6600 |
Sony a6500 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 425 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony a6600 |
Sony a6500 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 921600 | 921600 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.07× (0.71× 35mm equiv.) | 1.07× (0.71× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2359296 | 2359296 |
Photography features |
Sony a6600 |
Sony a6500 |
Frames per second | 11 fps | 11 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 6 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a6600 |
Sony a6500 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 XAVC-S AVCHD |
MPEG4 XAVC-S AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony a6600 |
Sony a6500 |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony a6600 |
Sony a6500 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + NFC) |
Yes Built-in (802.11/b/g/n with NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a6600 |
Sony a6500 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FZ100
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NP-FW50
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Battery Life (CIPA) | 810 shots | 350 shots |
Width | 120 mm | 120 mm |
Height | 67 mm | 67 mm |
Depth | 69 mm | 53 mm |
Weight | 503 gram | 453 gram |