Nikon Z30 vs Sony A6400

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z30 vs Sony A6400, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the Z30 (21MP) and the A6400 (24MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Z30 was unveiled 3 years later than the A6400 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6400 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Z30 grades vs the A6400 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z30 and Sony Alpha a6400. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z30 Gallery and Sony A6400 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z30 has exterior dimensions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Sony A6400 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z30 vs Sony A6400 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Z30 against the A6400.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z30 and A6400 is 79 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z30 and A6400.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony A6400 to deliver more detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent Z30 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.