- 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor
- BIONZ X Image Processor
- Real-Time Eye AF & Real-Time Tracking
- XGA Tru-Finder 2.36m-Dot OLED EVF
- 3.0" 921.6k-Dot 180° Tilting Touchscreen
- Internal UHD 4K Video, S-Log3, and HLG
- S&Q Motion in Full HD from 1-120 fps
- Built-In Wi-Fi with NFC
- 425 Phase- & Contrast-Detect AF Points
- Up to 11 fps Shooting and ISO 102,400
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Sony A6400 - Black (Body Only)
From its beginnings in 1946, Sony has risen to become one of the world’s leading manufacturers of digital cameras and camera equipment. Here at Parramatta Cameras, we’re proud to carry a range of Sony cameras, including Sony digital cameras and video cameras.
This company’s name has become one of the best known and instantly recognised on the plant for good reason! Sony caters to all manner of photography skills and interests.
Or invest in something special with a high quality Sony compact system camera, packed with many of the features of a DSLR without the bulk. If it’s video photography you’re looking for, you can’t go past a Sony video camera, renowned for their quality, high speed recording capabilities.
Don’t forget to check out Parramatta Cameras’ huge range of Sony accessories as well. We stock everything from
At Parramatta Cameras we stock everything from Mirrorless Cameras, Sony Cyber shot range including the RX100, Lenses to bags and housing cases, camera tripods, batteries and much more.
Shop online today for our wide dynamic range of Sony products and enjoy our $16 flat-rate delivery across Australia, or you can pick up from our Camera Store located at Westfield’s Parramatta.
Stable, fast, versatile, and compact, the Alpha a6400 from Sony is an APS-C-format mirrorless camera that adopts many of the features normally reserved for their full-frame lineup. This includes an autofocus acquisition of 0.02 seconds, Real-time Eye AF and Real-time Tracking capabilities, high-speed shooting up to 11 fps and silent shooting up to 8 fps, both with AF/AE tracking, an upgraded BIONZ X image processing engine, a fully tiltable 180° LCD touchscreen, UHD 4K movie recording with full pixel readout and no pixel binning, internal recording for time-lapse videos, and more.
The a6400 is well-suited for both photo and video creators, ranging from professionals to vloggers. Revolving around a 24.2MP Exmor CMOS sensor and BIONZ X image processor, clean image quality is provided with a wide expandable sensitivity range to ISO 102,400, along with accelerated readout speeds for internal 4K30 and Full HD 1080p120 video recording with full pixel readout. The processor further benefits videographers with the inclusion of an S&Q -Slow & Quick Motion setting that permits capturing Full HD video at a variety of frame rates ranging from 1-120 fps, plus HLG -Hybrid Log-Gamma, which supports HDR workflows, and both S-Log2 and S-Log3 for colour grading flexibility.
Stills shooters also benefit from the processing speed, which enables continuous shooting at 11 fps for up to 116 JPEGs or 46 raw images in a burst, as well as 14-bit raw file output. The sensor and processor combination also avails wide-coverage 425-point phase-detection and 425-point contrast-detection systems for quick and precise focusing performance. This focusing system also enables Real-time Eye AF, which delivers improved accuracy, speed, and tracking performance of Eye AF, so the eyes of your subject are automatically detected.
Furthermore, Real-time Tracking uses AI-based object recognition and processes colour, subject distance -depth, and pattern -brightness as spatial information to ensure that all subjects can be captured with accuracy. Increasingly versatile and fully featured in both photo and video realms, the a6400 is a fast and precise imaging tool for multimedia capture.
Complementing the imaging assets, the a6400 sports a robust magnesium-alloy body and anti-dust functionality that protects the optical filter. The compact profile incorporates a high-resolution XGA Tru-Finder 2.36m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder for bright, clear, eye-level viewing, and this EVF features a 120 fps viewing mode for smooth tracking of fast-moving subjects. A rear 3.0" 921.6k-dot touchscreen TFT LCD monitor is also available and tilts 180° up and 74° down to benefit shooting from high and low working angles. The touchscreen design also allows for intuitive touch-to-focus control. Additionally, for wireless remote control over the camera, or for just sharing imagery online, built-in Wi-Fi with NFC permits linking with a mobile device for intuitive wireless control.
General Features of the a6400
- Capture Decisive Moments
- The autofocus system on the a6400 inherits many technologies from Sony's line-up of full-frame cameras, including the a9, a7R III, and a7 III models. The a6400 features 425 phase-detection AF points and 425 contrast-detection AF points that are placed densely over the entire image area, covering approximately 84% of the image area. This high-speed, high-performance tracking AF system is paired with a BIONZ X image processing engine that together allow the camera to acquire focus in as little as 0.02 seconds and maintain subject lock effectively, ensuring even the fastest moving subjects can be tracked and captured with ease.
The α6400 introduces advanced "Real-time Eye AF," the latest version of Sony's Eye AF technology. This capability employs artificial intelligence based object recognition to detect and process eye data in real time, resulting in improved accuracy, speed, and tracking performance of Eye AF. In all autofocus modes, the camera now automatically detects the eyes of the subject and activates Eye AF with a half press of the shutter button, and when in AF-C or AF-A mode, the preferred eye -left or right of your subject can be selected as the focus point.
Choices include Auto / Right Eye / Left Eye, and a Switch Right / Left Eye function is able to be assigned to a custom function as well. This technology frees the photographer to focus solely on composition with trust that focus will be tack sharp on the subject's eye. Eye AF support for animals will be added in summer 2019 via a system software update.
Also debuting on the a6400 is Sony's "Real-time Tracking." This mode utilizes Sony's algorithm that includes artificial intelligence -AI based object recognition and processes colour, subject distance -depth, and pattern -brightness as spatial information to ensure that all subjects can be captured with accuracy. Additionally, when photographing or videographing humans or animals, face and eye position information is recognized by AI and the subject's eye is monitored in real time with high tracking precision. This can be activated by a simple half press of the shutter button, or can be assigned to a custom function
In terms of overall shooting speeds, the camera can shoot at up to 11 fps with full AF/AE tracking while utilizing the mechanical shutter, and up to 8 fps with full AF/AE tracking while silent shooting. It can shoot at each of these speeds for up to 116 frames JPEG Standard / 46 frames raw compressed, greatly increasing the chances of capturing the moment.
- Advancements in Image Quality
- Sony's a6400 is equipped with a 24.2MP APS-C image sensor that is paired with an upgraded BIONZ X processor to deliver improved image quality and colour reproduction in all types of shooting conditions. Standard ISO ranges up to ISO 32,000 for both stills and movies, and is expandable up to ISO 102,400 for still images, with good noise reduction at medium and high sensitivities.
The camera also inherits many of the image processing algorithms from Sony's full-frame cameras, suppressing noise while preserving resolution and improving texture depiction.
- 4K Movie Recording with Fast Hybrid Autofocus
- The versatile a6400 is a solid video camera, offering internal 4K UHD -3840 x 2160 movie recording with full pixel readout and no pixel binning to collect about 2.4x the amount of data required for 4K movies, and then oversamples it to produce high quality 4K footage with detail and depth. Focusing during movie shooting is fast and stable thanks to upgraded Fast Hybrid AF technology, which keeps the subject in constant smooth focus, even if an object crosses in front of the camera. This advanced AF plus touch focus functionality makes it a suitable camera choice for many vloggers and video creators that are regularly creating and uploading content online.
For time-lapse movie creation, the camera features built-in interval recording that can be set anywhere between 1 and 60 seconds, with a total number of shots from 1 to 9999. AE tracking sensitivity can be adjusted to "High", "Mid," or "Low" during interval shooting, allowing for reduced changes in exposure over the shooting interval.
Additionally, for the first time in a Sony APS-C mirrorless camera, this model includes an HLG -Hybrid Log-Gamma picture profile, which supports an Instant HDR workflow, allowing HDR -HLG compatible TV's to playback beautiful, true-to-life 4K HDR imagery. Further, both S-Log2 and S-Log3 are available for increased colour grading flexibility, as well as Zebra functionality, Gamma Display assist, and proxy recording. The camera can also record Full HD at 120 fps at up to 100 Mb/s, allowing footage to be reviewed and eventually edited into 4x or 5x slow-motion video files in Full HD resolution with AF tracking.
- Upgraded Build for Increased Versatility
- This camera is designed to offer a high level of functionality and customization to maximize shooting freedom. The a6400 features a fully tiltable 180° 3.0" LCD flip screen with 921,600 dots of resolution that allows for simple and effective framing of selfie-style shooting for both still and video capture. Utilizing this capability, vloggers will be able to check and monitor composition throughout their entire creative process. The LCD screen is also equipped with touch functionality, with options for Touch Pad, Touch Focus, Touch Shutter, and Touch Tracking, which quickly activates "Real-time Tracking" through the touch screen.
The camera features a high-quality XGA OLED Tru-finder viewfinder, extensive customization with 89 functions that are assignable to 8 custom keys, My Dial and My Menu functionality, enhanced overall menu usability, a help screen for menus, star rating for images, and many other features that allow for a seamless shooting experience. It is also built with a tough magnesium-alloy design and has a durable shutter that is rated for approximately 200,000 cycles. It also is capable of seamlessly transferring files to a smartphone or tablet when connected to the new Imaging Edge Mobile application.
| Lens Mount | Sony E-Mount |
| Camera Format | APS-C (1.5x Crop Factor) |
| Pixels | Actual: 25 Megapixel Effective: 24.2 Megapixel |
| Max Resolution | 24 MP: 6000 x 4000 |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2, 16:9 |
| Sensor Type / Size | CMOS, 23.5 x 15.6 mm |
| File Formats | Still Images: JPEG, RAW Movies: AVCHD 2.0, MP4, XAVC S Audio: AC3, Dolby Digital 2ch, Linear PCM |
| Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
| Dust Reduction System | Yes |
| Memory Card Type | SD SDHC SDXC microSD microSDHC microSDXC Memory Stick Pro Duo Memory Stick PRO HG-Duo Memory Stick Micro (M2) |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| AV Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
| Video Format | 3840 x 2160p at 24/25/30 fps (100, 60 Mb/s XAVC S) 1920 x 1080p at 100/120 fps (100, 60 Mb/s XAVC S) 1920 x 1080p at 24/25/30/50/60 fps (50 Mb/s XAVC S) 1920 x 1080p at 50/60 fps (25 Mb/s XAVC S) 1920 x 1080p at 25/30 fps (16 Mb/s XAVC S) 1920 x 1080i at 50/60 fps (24, 17 Mb/s AVCHD) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Video Clip Length | Up to 29 Minutes |
| Audio Recording | Built-In Mic: With Video (Stereo) Optional External Mic: With Video (Stereo) |
| Focus Control | |
|---|---|
| Focus Type | Auto & Manual Focus |
| Focus Mode | Automatic (A), Continuous-Servo AF (C), Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus (M), Single-servo AF (S) |
| Autofocus Points | Phase Detection: 425 Contrast Detection: 425 |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
| Viewfinder Size | 0.39" |
| Viewfinder Pixel Count | 2,359,296 |
| Viewfinder Eye Point | 23.00 mm |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | Approx. 1.07x |
| Diopter Adjustment | -4.0 to +3.0 m |
| Display Screen | 3" Rear Screen Tilting Touchscreen LCD (921,600) |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| ISO Sensitivity | 100 to 32000 (Extended Mode:100 to 102400) |
| Shutter | Type: Electronic & Mechanical Speed: 30 to 1/4000 Second , Bulb Mode |
| Remote Control | RMT-DSLR2 (Optional) |
| Metering Method | Average Metering, Center-Weighted Average Metering, Multi-Zone Metering, Spot Metering, Highlight Weighted |
| Exposure Modes | Modes: Aperture Priority, Auto, Intelligent Auto, Manual, Movie, Program, Scene Selection, Shutter Priority, Superior Auto, Sweep Panorama Metering Range: EV -2.0 to EV 20.0 Compensation: -5 EV to +5 EV (in 1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Color Temperature Filter, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater |
| Buffer/Continuous Shooting | Up to 11 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 46 Frames in Raw Format Up to 11 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 116 Frames in JPEG Format Up to 11 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 115 Frames in JPEG Format Up to 11 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 99 Frames in JPEG Format |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Flash Modes | Auto Fill-In Hi-Speed Sync Off Rear Sync Red-Eye Reduction Slow Sync Wireless |
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
| Guide No. | 19.69' / 6 m ISO100 |
| Max Sync Speed | 1 / 160 Second |
| Flash Compensation | -3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 or 1/2 EV steps) |
| Dedicated Flash System | TTL |
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, Wireless |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2, 5, 10 Seconds |
| Interval Recording | Yes |
| Connectivity | 1/8" Microphone, HDMI D (Micro), USB 2.0 Micro-B, Wired Remote Port |
| Wi-Fi Capable | Yes |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery | 1 x NP-FW50 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 7.2 VDC, 1080 mAh |
| AC Power Adapter | AC-UUE12 (Included) |
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 4.7 x 2.6 x 2.4" / 120.0 x 66.9 x 59.7 mm |
| Weight | 14.22 oz / 403 g (with battery and memory card) |
All cameras and accessories are guaranteed new from authorised distributors in Australia. All cameras are covered by the standard manufacturer’s Australian warranties. Parramatta Cameras definitely does not deal in any 'grey market', 'direct import' or so-called 'international versions' of goods. All cameras are sourced from authorised distribution channels with original Australian warranties.
All stock supplied by Parramatta Cameras is sourced through genuine Australian Suppliers. This means when you purchase from Parramatta Cameras you will get a genuine Australian warranty and all Parramatta Cameras products comply with Australian electrical standards. Should your purchase prove faulty within the warranty period you can return your product to Parramatta Cameras and we will forward your repair to the genuine supplier repair department at no charge to you. Parramatta Cameras is wholly Australian owned and operated and also believes in supporting Australian companies.
What are the benefits of buying genuine Australian stock?
- Peace of mind
By buying genuine stock you know you’re getting a legitimate product and have support if anything goes awry in the purchasing process - Customer service
Buying a genuine item from a local store means you’ve got support every step of the way – ask as many questions as you need before, during and after you’ve purchased the product. If you’re local to one of our stores, you can even come in store and spend time testing out a display model of the camera. At Parramatta Cameras, we’re all photographers so you can rely on us for honest, first hand advice. - Complying with Australian standards
Grey import items are intended for sale in designated countries overseas – so may not have the appropriate power outlet or voltage for use within Australia – meaning you may then need to purchase replacements for these important accessory items - Protections under Australian Law
Goods purchased overseas may not be covered under the rights you’re entitled to under Australian Law with the ACCC – such as getting refund for change of mind, or a repair if the product arrives to you damaged or faulty. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) warn that “when dealing with internationally based companies, you may not be protected by Australian law.”* - No Hidden Taxes
It’s worth noting, some grey import retailers have their warehouses overseas – so the price you pay may not include GST. When the product then arrives in Australia you may be responsible for paying the GST before customs will release the item to you. Think of it as a hidden cost. - Manufacturer Benefits
Things such as loyalty programs (such as Nikon’s My Nikon Life), cashback promotions, and professional equipment servicing programs such as Canon’s CPS (which includes priority service, and in some cases free loan of equipment while your gear is under service) are only offered on items purchased with a full manufacturer’s warranty. - Ability to claim TRS
Australian stock product means full eligibility for the TRS Scheme, as well as ability to claim GST for eligible businesses. For eligible customers this means a claim back of the 10% GST paid on purchase, which is a significant saving in cost.
What are the risks of buying grey market products?
- No manufacturer warranty
Many grey market resellers advertise a "local warranty" on their products. It’s important to make a clear distinction between “Local Warranty” and “Genuine Manufacturer's Warranty” with the latter being exclusively available through official Australian stock resellers such as Parramatta Cameras. In the case of the former, the warranty is only supported by the grey market reseller themselves and in many situations the repair process involves your item being sent overseas to be repaired and then sent back resulting in long turnaround times and increased chances of damage, loss and other complications. Conversely, repairs on Australian stock items (with a Genuine Manufacturer's Warranty) are repaired only by authorised repairers of the particular product in Australia, ensuring that the repair is performed correctly and quickly.
- No local customer or technical support
Many grey importers will not offer local customer or technical support, meaning if you have any technical questions during or after you’ve purchased an item, it can be hard to get the answers you need accurately and on time - Product could be fake or have fake accessories or parts
We have heard cases of customers receiving fake products from grey import retailers, or receiving fake accessories such as batteries and chargers that are from a third party manufacturer and may not work with the camera
- Not complying with Australian Standards
Batteries and chargers from overseas may not comply with Australian standards and can cause electrocution or destruction of the battery or camera as they may have a different voltage output
- Hidden Fees
Many grey market resellers charge higher shipping fees. Additionally as mentioned above, you’re obliged to pay GST and customs duty on all imported items (which is 5% customs duty + 10% GST on most products, more information on these fees can be found here).
- No Protection
Because in most cases grey-market resellers are overseas businesses that you’re purchasing from, they’re not bound by the Australian Consumer Law. This basically means they’re not legally obliged to honour an advertised warranty, supply products in new condition or supply them at all. As result there have been many cases of unlucky consumers being caught out; receiving used or refurbished products, had parts missing from the package and never receiving a purchased item at all. In these situations, the consumers have no-one to appeal to (such as the ACCC) as such entities are powerless outside the borders of Australia
- Illegitimate serial numbers
We have heard of numerous cases of customers who have bought products, and upon contacting the Australian distributor, finding that the serial number is not a genuine Serial number, within Australia or world wide.For instance, we have know of cases where Nikon DSLR bodies where there serial number actually was for a lens; and also cases where serial numbers on item packaging is different to the camera/lens inside. In the case of an insurance claim for loss or damage this will often mean a risk of the insurer rejecting the claim due to serial number issues.
What is an example of an authorised camera purchase?
Let's consider Canon for a second. Canon Inc. have an authorised distributor in Australia (Canon Australia). Canon Australia then supplies genuine stock to authorised retailers like Parramatta Cameras, who then supply the customers of Australia. This is an authorised camera purchase and the stock would come with full manufacturers warranty from Canon Australia, as well as being eligible for cash backs and other manufacturer promotions. Plus, you get to hang out with us!
What is an example of a grey market camera purchase?
Canon Inc. have an authorised distributor in China (with stock intended only for the Chinese market). This distributor in China then supplies this stock globally to retailers anywhere in the world. As such, the stock then gets sold to an Australian retailer and shipped to Australia, to be sold in an Australian retail store. The stock is then purchased by an Australian customer – meaning the stock purchased is grey stock - as it was only intended for sale within China, not overseas.
As with so many other things, the devil is in the detail. Whether it’s 18% grey or 100% grey, it’s not going to be covered by a manufacturer’s warranty, and you never know what might happen if the goods arrive to you faulty, or what hidden fees and taxes you might be liable for.
Grey Market Importers Online - Beware!
Grey Market Importers do not purchase their cameras from Australian suppliers. This means that should your item prove faulty within the warranty period you may need to return the product to an overseas address (which can take months) or your item may be repaired by someone who has not been certified to perform such work.
More information is available at:
WWW.NIKON.COM.AU/GREY
http://www.crkennedy.com.au/GREY-MARKET/PARALLELhttp://www.theage.com.au/articles/2008/07/28/1217097135143.html
From its beginnings in 1946, Sony has risen to become one of the world’s leading manufacturers of digital cameras and camera equipment. Here at Parramatta Cameras, we’re proud to carry a range of Sony cameras, including Sony digital cameras and video cameras.
This company’s name has become one of the best known and instantly recognised on the plant for good reason! Sony caters to all manner of photography skills and interests.
Or invest in something special with a high quality Sony compact system camera, packed with many of the features of a DSLR without the bulk. If it’s video photography you’re looking for, you can’t go past a Sony video camera, renowned for their quality, high speed recording capabilities.
Don’t forget to check out Parramatta Cameras’ huge range of Sony accessories as well. We stock everything from
At Parramatta Cameras we stock everything from Mirrorless Cameras, Sony Cyber shot range including the RX100, Lenses to bags and housing cases, camera tripods, batteries and much more.
Shop online today for our wide dynamic range of Sony products and enjoy our $16 flat-rate delivery across Australia, or you can pick up from our Camera Store located at Westfield’s Parramatta.
