New camera
Apr 18, 2019 12:36:55 #
Jfendley wrote:
Is there a good reason to go to the Sony 6400 from the Sony 6000?
Maybe. My strategy:
Set the imaging goal first
Plan for technical and logistics needs
Gain knowledge of options for tools
Buy or rent?
Proceed...
Generally:
Photographic knowledge is more important than gear.
Lenses are more important than bodies, unless the new body solves a specific problem.
Apr 18, 2019 13:24:23 #
Jfendley wrote:
Is there a good reason to go to the Sony 6400 from the Sony 6000?
Here are some online reviews to help guide you.
https://www.imaging-resource.com/cameras/sony/a6000/vs/sony/a6400/
https://mirrorlesscomparison.com/preview/sony-a6000-vs-a6400/
https://www.tomsguide.com/us/sony-mirrorless-camera-guide,review-6147.html
Apr 18, 2019 13:45:15 #
amfoto1
Loc: San Jose, Calif. USA
Jfendley wrote:
Is there a good reason to go to the Sony 6400 from the Sony 6000?
You'll have to decide for yourself whether the differences are something you need:
https://www.imaging-resource.com/cameras/sony/a6000/vs/sony/a6400/
https://mirrorlesscomparison.com/preview/sony-a6000-vs-a6400/
https://cameradecision.com/compare/Sony-Alpha-a6000-vs-Sony-Alpha-a6400
https://www.apotelyt.com/compare-camera/sony-a6000-vs-sony-a6400
Google found even more sites: https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=compare+sony+a6000+a6400
Oops! Sorry for the duplication.... I just saw Vince's response (great minds think alike!)
Apr 18, 2019 14:21:31 #
Jfendley wrote:
Is there a good reason to go to the Sony 6400 from the Sony 6000?
Depends on what you want to achieve.
Apr 18, 2019 15:29:39 #
Try Digital Photography Review
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/side-by-side?products=sony_a6000&products=sony_a6400
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/side-by-side?products=sony_a6000&products=sony_a6400
Apr 18, 2019 19:18:32 #
Jfendley wrote:
Is there a good reason to go to the
Sony 6400 from the Sony 6000?
Is there a good reason to go to the
Sony 6400 from the Sony 6000?
No, not with the 6500 available.
If you did not already have a
6000 series camera, then there
would be the question of paying
for IBIS, or not [6400 or 6500].
But as a body upgrade from the
very capable 6000, either go for
the max upgrade, or stay put.
Apr 18, 2019 20:10:24 #
Jfendley wrote:
Is there a good reason to go to the Sony 6400 from the Sony 6000?
The camera manufacturers love it when you upgrade, but is it worth your hard-earned cash? If the 6000 does everything you need, no reason to upgrade. >Alan
Apr 18, 2019 21:05:42 #
Why would you do that? If the 6000 is still selling NEW for half the price of the 6400, the 6400 better be twice as good as the 6000. I don't see it. The 6xxx is old, (6yrs). What are the sales figures. Spend the money on glass until you can't do something you must have with the 6400 (when there will undoubtedly be a 6800 for even more money). You can buy used 6000s for $300 to $350. I just bought a 6xxx for $200 with lens and sold it a week later for $400.
New contemporary models of any make of camera is usually "sucker bait" and still get sold. I have a rule whereby I NEVER buy any new or second generation camera for over half of it's SRP.
But you go right ahead. It's your money. Do you have any idea through real world use, what the 6400 can do that you can't get done with your 6000. I thought not, or you wouldn't be asking us.
Although this may sound a bit crude, I would prefer the kind of "GAS" that is wet and in my pants, than the costly kind of buying new equipment.
New contemporary models of any make of camera is usually "sucker bait" and still get sold. I have a rule whereby I NEVER buy any new or second generation camera for over half of it's SRP.
But you go right ahead. It's your money. Do you have any idea through real world use, what the 6400 can do that you can't get done with your 6000. I thought not, or you wouldn't be asking us.
Although this may sound a bit crude, I would prefer the kind of "GAS" that is wet and in my pants, than the costly kind of buying new equipment.
Apr 18, 2019 21:23:49 #
traderjohn wrote:
Yup. It just amazes me that before you pull the trigger you need committee approval.
It amazes me that you always make the same useless replies whenever somebody wants to discuss a pending decision ... in the discussion section.
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Apr 19, 2019 06:42:18 #
Bill_de wrote:
It amazes me that you always make the same useless replies whenever somebody wants to discuss a pending decision ... in the discussion section.
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I'm amazed that it is impossible for some to do their own homework and make up their own mind. I am thinking of getting a wide angle lens for my Nikon. I am in the process of gathering information on some compatible lenses. I will then buy the right lens. I will not ask what anyone thinks. It's not important to me.
Apr 19, 2019 07:54:34 #
traderjohn wrote:
I'm amazed that it is impossible for some to do their own homework and make up their own mind. I am thinking of getting a wide angle lens for my Nikon. I am in the process of gathering information on some compatible lenses. I will then buy the right lens. I will not ask what anyone thinks. It's not important to me.
How do gather information? Do you read articles and watch videos where folks who claim to know it all give their opinions?
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Apr 19, 2019 08:42:43 #
Jfendley wrote:
Is there a good reason to go to the Sony 6400 from the Sony 6000?
Many good features but most important is the focusing system. Its the best there is in its class at this time and likely better than most cameras in any class.
There is no corrections for focusing error, even small ones.
Apr 20, 2019 02:21:52 #
SteveG wrote:
Why not go to the a6500 and gain IBIS?
Think you mean - 5-AXIS IBIS - don't you, Steve?
Just about ALL Sony cameras have some form of IBIS, but the a6500 is the ONLY APS-C to employ 5-way.
Apr 20, 2019 21:47:40 #
Bill_de wrote:
How do gather information? Do you read articles and watch videos where folks who claim to know it all give their opinions?
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Yes. The difference is they know what they are talking about.
Apr 21, 2019 02:13:32 #
As far as I am aware there are three main differences -- improved auto focus speed (from .06 to .02 seconds), higher ISO sensitivity, and increased video quality. So you need to assess whether those are worth the cost given your use of the camera.
https://mirrorlesscomparison.com/preview/sony-a6000-vs-a6400/
Also, the choice between the A6400 and A6500 is not cut and dry. The A6400 has the most advanced auto focus capability, the A6500 has IBIS. So involves a consideration of what is more important to you.
https://mirrorlesscomparison.com/preview/sony-a6000-vs-a6400/
Also, the choice between the A6400 and A6500 is not cut and dry. The A6400 has the most advanced auto focus capability, the A6500 has IBIS. So involves a consideration of what is more important to you.
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