AT A GLANCE

• 26MP Exmor R APS-C BSI CMOS Sensor
• BIONZ XR Image Processor
• UHD 4K 120p / FHD 240p / 10-Bit 4:2:2
• Up to 11-fps Shooting, ISO 100-32000
• 5-Axis Pixel-Level Image Stabilization
• Real-Time Tracking AF for Stills & Video
• 759-Point Phase Detection, 93% Coverage
• S-Log3, S-Gamut3, S-Cinetone, User LUTs
• 3" 1.03m-Dot Vari-Angle LCD Touchscreen
• E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II Lens

The a6700 Mirrorless Camera puts powerful and versatile imaging capabilities into the hands of ambitious content creators. Powered-up by its combo of the latest 26.0MP back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor and the BIONZ XR processor, the camera nevertheless weighs less than its predecessor, resulting in a mobile workhorse capable of an unstrained 11 fps continuous stills capture or stress-free UHD 4K video oversampled from a 6K resolution, making it a formidable multi-tool for the multi-hyphenate creative.

26.0MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor and BIONZ XR Processor

The Sony a6700's advanced imaging system is powered by the 26MP APS-C Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ XR processor, a combination introduced in the FX30 Digital Cinema Camera that is capable of 10-bit UHD 4K imagery at up to 120 fps or a top continuous shooting rate of 11 fps with AF and AE and up to 59 compressed raw still images in bursts. The introduction of the back-illuminated structure to the camera's sensor gives it a higher resolution without sacrificing sensitivity. With an ISO range of 100-32000 that's expandable to ISO50-102400 when shooting stills, the camera boasts low-light performance with minimal noise and more than 14 stops of dynamic range.

Cinematic Video in UHD 4K

Along with its powerful sensor and processor, the Sony a6700 brings a strong suite of professional video features from its Cinema Line series to everyday content creators and aspiring filmmakers.

• Full pixel readout from the 6K sensor creates high-quality UHD 4K video, with approximately 2.4x the data required for 4K video, minimizing moiré and aliasing.
• UHD 4K recording is possible with frame rates up to 120p and full HD recording up to 240p, using full 1:1 pixel readout without binning.
• Record in 10-bit 4:2:2 using advanced XAVC HS and XAVC S-I formats for consistent performance and quality at bitrates up to 600 Mb/s.
• Record for more than two hours in 4K 30p, or more than 40 minutes at 4K 60p on a 128GB card.

• Slow & Quick (S&Q) mode allows shooters to capture 4K video at specified steps between 1-120 fps and Full HD between 1-240 fps, depending on the format. These settings will allow you to slow down action as well as speed up a slow-moving scene.
• S-Cinetone can be used to deliver distinct colors and healthy-looking skin tone rendering that is based on technology from the professional Cinema Line cameras, such as the VENICE. This color profile offers natural mid-tones, soft colors, and especially well-controlled highlights.
• The S-Log3 and S-Gamut3.Cine Gamma Curves allow for more than 14 stops of dynamic range and for increased post-production flexibility, including matching video from other Sony Cinema Line cameras.
• Creative Looks can be baked into the recorded footage to create a specific mood during recording and minimize the need for editing.
• User-created LUTs and presets can be set for accurately monitoring footage or previewing a specific look during shooting and can be applied to the camera's monitor, EVF, or HDMI output.
• The camera supports instant time-lapse settings with framerate, recording, light, and interval customization.

AI-Powered Autofocus and Image Stabilization

The Sony a6700's AI Processing Unit brings a host of enhanced capabilities to the camera's autofocus and image stabilization systems, ensuring smooth handling and clarity no matter the shooting conditions. The camera's 759 phase detection points in stills mode and 495 points in video mode, covering 93% of the image area, are enhanced with AI-powered subject recognition performance and real-time tracking. Other autofocus features include focus bracketing in up to 299 images with sequentially-shifted focus points, focus accuracy in low light down to EV -3.0, focus breathing compensation, autofocus assist, focus mapping, and focus peaking during autofocus.

Vlog-Friendly AI-Enhanced Framing

Additionally, the AI Processing Unit recognizes and tracks subjects when recording video, seamlessly auto-cropping to maintain the subject in a prominent position in the frame and lending ease to otherwise difficult camerawork. This tracking can be custom located within the frame and adjusted for speed and sensitivity, all at the touch of a finger.

Image Stabilization

The camera's pixel-level 5-axis optical image stabilization system, which compensates for five different types of camera shake encountered during handheld shooting of stills and video, is algorithmically optimized for precision detection and control down to a single pixel. The AI Processing Unit also improves communication between the body and the lens, providing more stable framing before shooting. This allows users to confidently use any lens, even adapted lenses, for critical imaging without encountering blur from camera shake.

Advanced Rendering

For stills-shooters, the a6700 offers a wide range of color renderings and compressions for optimal image quality and storage management, led by the introduction of the High Efficiency Image File (HEIF) format, available here in 4:2:0 and 4:2:2 options. Users also have the choice between Compressed and Lossless Compressed options when shooting raw. The AI Processing Unit also helps to achieve better exposure results in Auto mode, achieving a 20% increase in reliability over the a6600 according to manufacturer testing, with applicable algorithmic adjustments made for skin tone, backlit situations, and white balance. The same Creative Looks presets available in video are also available when shooting stills, allowing additionally for user-defined configurations with eight adjustable parameters. For optimal viewing of stills when tethered to select monitors and televisions, the a6700 now offers a stills-designed Hybrid Log-Gamma mode that delivers accurate dynamic range in 10-bit HEIF format.

Body Design and Connectivity

• The introduction of a front command dial puts an added level of control and speed at the tip of your forefinger and ensures that you won't be all thumbs at the moment of peak action.
• Use the camera's USB output function with UVC/UAC control via a computer for streaming applications and broadcasts with 4K video at 15 or 30 fps or full HD at 30 or 60 fps.
• Built-in 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi allows communication on the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands to instantly share imagery to mobile devices for direct sharing online to social networking, via email, and to cloud storage sites.
• The camera can connect to the Creators' Cloud central cloud platform using the Creators app for sharing and storing media, editing in the cloud, and collaboration tools. The phone can also be used as a camera remote and to monitor battery power and storage levels.
• Integrated 3.5mm headphone and microphone ports afford greater control over audio during video recording. The Multi-Interface Shoe also functions as a digital audio interface.
• The XGA Tru-Finder 2.36m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder offers a bright, high-resolution, 1.07x magnification means for eye-level monitoring and sports and a dedicated 120 fps mode for smoother viewing when tracking moving subjects.
• The side-opening, vari-angle 3.0" 1.03m-dot LCD touchscreen works from high, low, and front-facing angles.
• Accepts the high-capacity Z battery rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which provides approximately 550 stills/120 minutes of video recording per charge when using the LCD screen.
• In addition to the battery, the a6700 can also be powered via a USB connection to a computer or mobile battery. This connection can also be used to charge the battery.
• Robust magnesium alloy body offers a durable profile and incorporates dust and moisture seals to protect against harsh environments.
• A new grip design enhances handling and stability for long shooting sessions and facilitates access to the main control buttons and dials.

Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II Lens (Sony E, Black)

Designed for APS-C mirrorless camera sensors, the black E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II Lens from Sony offers a versatile full-frame equivalent zoom angle of 24-75mm within a compact design. A variable aperture of f/3.5 to 5.6 helps keep the lens's size and weight to a minimum while accommodating most use cases. When the camera is powered off, the lens retracts to just 1.25".

Quick autofocusing and improved Optical SteadyShot image stabilization counteract handheld camera shake for sharper imagery. Four aspherical elements and one Extra-Low Dispersion element ensure high-resolution imagery throughout the zoom range. The lens supports focus pulling while shooting up to 120 fps and autofocus while zooming for intuitive single-person filming with moving subjects.

Lens Mount  Sony E

Sensor Resolution  Actual: 27 Megapixel
                               Effective: 26 Megapixel (6192 x 4128)

Image Sensor  23.3 x 15.5 mm (APS-C) CMOS

Sensor Crop (35mm Equivalent)  Crop Factor: 1.5x
                                                      Additional Modes: 1.6x
                                                     *Additional Crop Occurs in Select Video Modes

Image Stabilization  Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis

Built-In ND Filter  No

Capture Type  Stills & Video

Shutter Type  Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter 

Shutter Speed  Electronic Shutter 1/8000 to 30 Seconds
                         Mechanical Shutter 1/4000 to 30 Seconds

Bulb/Time Mode  Bulb Mode

ISO/Gain Sensitivity  Photo
                                  Native in Manual Mode: 100 to 32,000 (50 to 102,400 Extended)
                                  Native in Auto Mode: 100 to 6400
                                 Video
                                 Native in Manual Mode: 100 to 32,000
                                 Native in Auto Mode: 100 to 6400

Metering Method  Center-Weighted Average, Multi-Zone, Spot

Exposure Modes  Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority

Exposure Compensation  -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)

Metering Range  -3 to 20 EV

Continuous Shooting  Up to 11 fps at Maximum Resolution for up to 59 Frames (Raw) / 1000 Frames (JPEG)

Interval Recording  Yes

Self-Timer  2/5/10-Second Delay

Still Image Capture

Aspect Ratio  1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9

Image File Format  HEIF, JPEG, Raw

Bit Depth  14-Bit

Video Capture

Internal Recording   XAVC HS 4:2:2 10-Bit
                                UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/50/59.94/100/120 fps [50 to 280 Mb/s]
                                XAVC HS 4:2:0 10-Bit
                                UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/50/59.94/100/120 fps [30 to 200 Mb/s]
                                XAVC S 4:2:2 10-Bit
                                UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [100 to 280 Mb/s]
                                1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [50 Mb/s]
                                XAVC S 4:2:0 8-Bit
                                UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [60 to 200 Mb/s]
                                1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [16 to 100 Mb/s]
                                XAVC S-I 4:2:2 10-Bit
                                UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [240 to 600 Mb/s]
                                1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [89 to 222 Mb/s]

Video Output  4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI
                       UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
                       HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.98/50/59.94 fps

Fast-/Slow-Motion Support  Yes

Gamma Curve  HDR-HLG, S Cinetone, Sony S-Log 3

Recording Limit  No

IP Streaming  No

Built-In Microphone  Stereo

Audio Recording  XAVC: 2-Channel 16-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio

Media/Memory Card Slot  Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)

Video I/O  1x Micro-HDMI Output

Audio I/O  1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
                1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input

Power I/O  1x USB-C Input

Other I/O  1x USB-C Data Output (Shared with Power Input)

Wireless  2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 4.2

Display Size  3.0"

Resolution  1,030,000 Dot

Display Type  Articulating Touchscreen LCD

Viewfinder Type  Electronic (OLED)

Size  0.39"

Resolution  2,359,296 Dot

Eye Point  22 mm

Coverage  100%

Magnification  Approx. 1.07x

Diopter Adjustment  -4 to +3

Focus Type  Auto and Manual Focus

Focus Mode  Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF

Autofocus Points  Photo
                             Phase Detection: 759
                             Video
                             Phase Detection: 495

Autofocus Sensitivity  -3 to +20 EV

Flash

Built-In Flash/Light  No

Maximum Sync Speed  1/160 Second

Flash Compensation  -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)

Dedicated Flash System  TTL

External Flash Connection  Shoe Mount, Wireless

Battery  1x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Included)
             • Approx. 550 Shots

Shoe Mount  1x Intelligent Hot Shoe

Tripod Mounting Thread  1x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)

Material of Construction  Magnesium Alloy

Operating Conditions  32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C 

Storage Conditions  -4 to 131°F / -20 to 55°C 

Dimensions (W x H x D)  4.8 x 2.7 x 3" / 122 x 69 x 75.1 mm

Weight  0.9 lb / 411 g (Body Only)
             1.1 lb / 493 g (With Battery, Recording Media)

Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II Lens

Color  Black

Focal Length  16 to 50mm (35mm Equivalent: 24 to 75mm)

Aperture  Maximum: f/3.5 to 5.6
               Minimum: f/22 to 36

Lens Mount  Sony E

Lens Format Coverage  APS-C

Angle of View  83° to 32°

Minimum Focus Distance  0.82' / 0.25 m

Magnification  1:4.55 Macro Reproduction Ratio
                       0.22x Magnification

Optical Design  9 Elements in 8 Groups

Aperture/Iris Blades  7

Focus Type  Autofocus

Image Stabilization  Yes

Filter Size  40.5 mm (Front)

Dimensions  ø: 2.6 x L: 1.2" / ø: 66 x L: 31.3 mm

Weight  3.8 oz / 107 g