Nikon Z6 vs Sony WX30

Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon Z6 versus Sony WX30, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z6 (25MP) and WX30 (16MP) and the Z6 (Full frame) and WX30 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The Z6 was revealed 7 years after the WX30 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the Z6 matches up against the WX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 has exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony WX30 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z6 versus Sony WX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Z6 versus the WX30.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 and WX30 is 62 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 and WX30.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z6 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon Z6 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Z6 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.