Sony A6600 vs Sony HX300

In this article, we will be comparing the Sony A6600 vs Sony HX300, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Sony. The image resolution of the A6600 (24MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is relatively close but the A6600 (APS-C) and HX300 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The A6600 was revealed 6 years later than the HX300 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A6600 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the A6600 scores against the HX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha a6600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are provided at Sony A6600 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony A6600 has got exterior measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs) whilst the Sony HX300 has proportions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Check the Sony A6600 vs Sony HX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the A6600 against the HX300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A6600 and HX300 is 77 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The visual underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A6600 and HX300.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A6600 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony A6600 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer A6600 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.