A full-fledged toolkit for your imagination

The a6600 packs in the features, to deliver what you need for just about any situation you encounter – fast AF, steady image stabilization and stunning image quality, a high-capacity battery and serious 4K HDR (HLG)1 movie shooting.

Fast continuous shooting with AF/AE at up to 11fps

Shoot at up to 11 fps³ with minimal display lag, and 8 fps³ with live view, in bursts of up to 116⁴ shots in JPEG (Standard) at one time. With your settings clearly previewed in the electronic viewfinder, and the virtually real-time display, it will elevate your action shooting to a whole new level.

Silent continuous shooting won't disturb the peace

When the situation calls for absolute quiet, silent shooting with no shutter noise is possible at up to 8 fps⁵, even in AF-C mode. Used with Real-time Eye AF or with Real-time Tracking it dramatically expands your range of shooting options.

Initiate tracking in an instant

Initiate Real-time Tracking by half-pressing the shutter, or simply select the subject by touch, to start tracking. You can also assign "Tracking On" to a custom key, and press it to start tracking.

AI-based subject tracking

The camera's tracking systems rely on unique AI-based subject recognition algorithms6. These process spatial information consisting of color, pattern (brightness), and distance (depth) data, as well as tracking the subject's eye and face, all in real time at high speeds.
(1) Face [AI] (2) Eye [AI] (3) Color (4) Pattern (5) Distance (6) Subject recognition algorithm (AI)

Real-time Eye AF for human

Even when your portrait subject is on the move, Real-time Eye AF provides continuous, stable eye detection and tracking to keep your scene in focus. It also works when the subject's face is partially hidden, backlit, or facing downward.

Real-time Eye AF for animal

The same eye-detection algorithms that make great portraits of people have been adapted to animals as well⁷, to help you get beautiful pet portraits and wildlife shots.

Right/left eye AF selection by touch⁸

Not only can you prioritize the subject's left or right eye in settings, you can even do it with a simple touch to the camera's monitor screen.

Smooth focus transition

Depending on the condition of the subject you're tracking, the focus area will automatically and seamlessly switch between the subject's face and eyes.

Real-time Tracking activation with Touch Tracking

With the Touch Tracking function you can simply touch the monitor to initiate Real-time Tracking for either stills or movies.

Pitch and yaw control

Compensate for angular shake, also known as pitch and yaw shake, especially evident when shooting at longer focal lengths.

Horizontal and vertical axes

Compensate for camera shake in the horizontal and vertical directions, most apparent at high magnifications such as macro shooting.

Roll compensation

Compensate for roll, or rotational shake, most obvious in hand-held, long-duration movie shooting.

How optical image stabilization works

The 5-axis in-body optical image stabilization mechanism used on our acclaimed full-frame cameras has been adapted as the stabilization unit for the APS-C sensor on the a6600. Relying on a highly accurate gyro sensor, it detects and compensates for camera shake along five different axes, including angular (pitch and yaw), horizontal, vertical and rotational, for stabilization equivalent to a 5-step9 faster shutter setting.

Exmor^™ APS-C CMOS sensor and latest-generation BIONZ X^™ image processor

The 24.2-megapixel¹⁰ APS-C image sensor is optimized for highly efficient light collection, a wide sensitivity range and low-noise performance even at high ISO settings. In conjunction with the latest-generation BIONZ X image processing engine, it delivers superb image clarity and outstanding textural reproduction.

Low-noise performance for high ISO sensitivity

Across a wide sensitivity range of ISO 100–32000 (expanded to ISO 50–102400), the α6600 delivers excellent low-noise performance for high-quality images even in dimly lit settings.

Improved color reproduction

Algorithms inherited from our highly regarded full-frame cameras are responsible for the α6600's faithful color reproduction. Depiction of human skin tones has been significantly improved, as have the vibrant colors of flowers. Jaggies and false colors are also suppressed.

Versatile movie-making capabilities

Full-pixel readout with no pixel binning enables high-resolution 4K movie recording¹, while a new HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma) picture profile supports instant HDR delivery. Sophisticated image stabilization completes the picture.

Keep the focus on your subject

Working together, the camera's Fast Hybrid AF system, Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF maintain steady and dependable focus on your subject, so you can enjoy the more creative aspects of movie-making.

Interval Shooting to create time-lapse movies

The camera's capabilities include built-in Interval Shooting11, for time-lapse videos with a selectable shot interval of 1–60 seconds. Resulting images can be combined in high resolution on a PC, and viewed with a simple variable-speed preview function on the camera.

S-Log shooting support

The S-Log3 and S-Log2 Gamma curves feature wide dynamic range (up to 1,300% of Rec. 709) to minimize whiteout and blackout and allow a wider scope for color grading in post-production¹².

Slow & Quick Motion recording

You can record movies in slow motion (up to 5x) and quick motion (up to 60x) directly in the camera, or use 120fps Full HD video to create high-quality slow-motion footage in post-production¹³.

Extend your reach with external touch operations

Convenient touch operations such as Touch Focus and Touch Tracking, that are available on the α6600's monitor¹⁴, can still be accessed even when external monitors are connected to the camera.

Tell your stories in your own way

The a6600 is designed for powerful film-making, so pros and enthusiasts alike can share their stories with the world. The 180^°-tiltable display makes self-framing easy for vlogging or challenging shooting angles. Professional audio is also covered with an external mic jack and headphone jack for monitoring. And the improved grip ensures rock-solid, comfortable shooting for hours at a time.

High-capacity Z battery supports long-duration shooting

To support longer shooting sessions, the a6600 comes equipped with the same high-capacity battery introduced with many of our full-frame cameras¹⁵, while maintaining the camera's slim form.

Dust- and moisture-resistant magnesium-alloy body

The camera is resistant to dust and moisture¹⁶, with a top cover, front cover, internal frame, and rear cover constructed from a lightweight but sturdy magnesium alloy.

Customization features

The camera's 11 buttons can each be assigned to one of 91 different functions, and functions can also be assigned to the control dial and wheel. My Menu lets you register 30 different menu items.

Footnotes:

1. 3840 x 2160 pixels. A Class 10 or higher SDHC/SDXC card is required for XAVC S format movie recording. UHS-I (U3) SDHC/SDXC card is required for 100 Mbps. Connect this product to an HDR (HLG) compatible Sony TV via a USB cable when displaying HDR (HLG) movies.
2. Based on Sony research, CIPA-guideline-compliant internal measurement with an E 18–135-mm F3.5–5.6 OSS lens mounted, Pre-AF off and viewfinder in use.
3. Up to 11 fps in continuous “Hi+” mode and up to 8 fps in continuous “Hi” mode. Maximum fps will depend on camera settings.
4. With "Hi+" continuous shooting mode. Sony internal measurement.
5. Maximum fps will depend on camera settings. Some distortion may occur with fast-moving subjects or if the camera is moved sideways rapidly while shooting.
6. AI (artificial intelligence) including machine learning technology is used.
7. Still images only. Does not work with all types of animal. Tracking and right/left eye selection are not available.
8. The selected eye cannot be toggled while the shutter button is half-pressed. Touch Tracking should be selected in advance for touch operation.
9. Based on CIPA standard. Pitch/yaw shake only. With Sonnar T* FE 55 mm F1.8 ZA lens mounted. Long-Exposure Noise Reduction off.
10. Approx. effective.
11. Wi-Fi does not work during Interval Shooting.
12. S-Log2 and S-Log3 functions assume video processing after shooting.
13. Sound recording is not possible with this feature. A Class 10 or above SDHC/SDXC card is required.
14. When output is 4K/24p only. Simultaneous output is not available at 4K/25p or 4K/30p. Face detection and Real-time Eye AF are available at 4K/24p and 4K/25p.
15. The a9 and Sony full-frame cameras that were released after the a9.
16. Not guaranteed to be 100% dust and moisture-proof.
17. With the electronic front curtain shutter, under internal test conditions of Sony.