Sony A6300 vs Sony RX100 VI
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Sony A6300 vs Sony RX100 VI Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 404g - 120 x 67 x 49mm
- Launched February 2016
- Succeeded the Sony A6000
- New Model is Sony A6500
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 301g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Released June 2018
- Older Model is Sony RX100 V
- Newer Model is Sony RX100 VII
Sony A6300 vs Sony RX100 VI Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Sony A6300 and Sony RX100 VI, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are produced by Sony. The resolution of the A6300 (24MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is relatively similar but the A6300 (APS-C) and RX100 VI (1") enjoy totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A6300 was unveiled 3 years before the RX100 VI and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony A6300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the A6300 scores vs the RX100 VI in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A6300 vs Sony RX100 VI Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha a6300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The full galleries are provided at Sony A6300 Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A6300 over the Sony RX100 VI
A6300 | RX100 VI |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Sony A6300
RX100 VI | A6300 | |||
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Released | June 2018 | February 2016 | Fresher by 28 months | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 922k | Crisper screen (+307k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony A6300 and Sony RX100 VI
A6300 | RX100 VI | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size |
Sony A6300 vs Sony RX100 VI Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Sony A6300 has got exterior dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VI has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).
Analyze the Sony A6300 and Sony RX100 VI in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the A6300 compared to the RX100 VI.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A6300 and RX100 VI is 83 and 88 respectively.
Sony A6300 vs Sony RX100 VI Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The photograph here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A6300 and RX100 VI.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A6300 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony A6300 will deliver greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older A6300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Sony A6300 vs Sony RX100 VI Specifications
Sony Alpha a6300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha a6300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2016-02-03 | 2018-06-05 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | BIONZ X | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 8cm |
Available lenses | 121 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 24.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction, Hi-speed sync, Wireless | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (24p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 404 grams (0.89 lb) | 301 grams (0.66 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 67 x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 85 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1437 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | 240 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FW50 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | With downloadable app |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $889 | $1,198 |