Nikon Z6 II vs Sony H300
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony H300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Announced October 2020
- Succeeded the Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3-5.9) lens
- 590g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Revealed February 2014
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony H300 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Nikon Z6 II and Sony H300, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and H300 (20MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and H300 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Z6 II was launched 6 years after the H300 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Z6 II grades versus the H300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony H300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Sony H300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Sony H300
Z6 II | H300 | |||
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Revealed | October 2020 | February 2014 | Newer by 82 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 460k | Sharper display (+1640k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H300 over the Nikon Z6 II
H300 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Sony H300
Z6 II | H300 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony H300 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 II provides exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Sony H300 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z6 II and Sony H300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the Z6 II and the H300.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and H300 is 61 and 63 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony H300 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and H300.
As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z6 II due to its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher Z6 II will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony H300 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2020-10-14 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3-5.9 |
Number of lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 201k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 8.80 m |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 lb) | 590g (1.30 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | 350 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,997 | $249 |