Nikon Z30 vs Sony a5100

Following is a extensive overview of the Nikon Z30 and Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the Z30 (21MP) and the a5100 (24MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Z30 was launched 7 years after the a5100 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Z30 scores versus the a5100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z30 & Sony Alpha a5100. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z30 Gallery & Sony a5100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon Z30 offers outer measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Sony a5100 has sizing of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Z30 versus the a5100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z30 and a5100 is 79 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z30 and a5100.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony a5100 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger Z30 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.