Sony A6500 vs Sony FX30

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Sony A6500 vs Sony FX30, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A6500 (24MP) and the FX30 (26MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The A6500 was released 7 years earlier than the FX30 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the A6500 grades vs the FX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha a6500 and Sony FX30. The complete galleries are available at Sony A6500 Gallery and Sony FX30 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Sony A6500 enjoys exterior measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Sony FX30 has specifications of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Check the Sony A6500 vs Sony FX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the A6500 versus the FX30.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A6500 and FX30 is 81 and 64 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A6500 and FX30.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony FX30 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged A6500 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.