• APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 32,000
  • APS-C 332.3mm2
  • 24.1 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600

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Differences

Sony A6600 advantages over Canon T8i

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • More telephoto lens reach
    203 mm vs 88 mm
    Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    102400 vs 51200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Canon T8i advantages over Sony A6600

  • Less expensive
    $899 vs $1398
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Lens selection
    Excellent vs Good
    Better lens selection gives you more options
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Both provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility

User reviews

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-T2

Sony A6600
Fujifilm X-T2
  • $1131
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Touchscreen
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
Canon T8i
Fujifilm X-T2
  • $749
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • In-camera panoramas

Compared to Fujifilm X-T20

Sony A6600
Fujifilm X-T20
  • $1131
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • NFC
  • $599
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
Canon T8i
Fujifilm X-T20
  • $749
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $599
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • In-camera panoramas

Compared to Fujifilm X-T100

Sony A6600
Fujifilm X-T100
  • $1131
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $599
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Canon T8i
Fujifilm X-T100
  • $749
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $599
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Less expensive

Compared to Fujifilm X-T3

Sony A6600
Fujifilm X-T3
  • $1131
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • NFC
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Higher max flash sync
Canon T8i
Fujifilm X-T3
  • $749
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • In-camera panoramas

Compared to Nikon Z50

Sony A6600
Nikon Z50
  • $1131
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • NFC
  • $857
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Internal flash
Canon T8i
Nikon Z50
  • $749
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $857
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
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