Sony A6100 vs Nikon Z 30

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Sony A6100 vs Nikon Z 30

APS-C 366.6mm²
24.2 megapixels
ISO 100 - 32,000

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APS-C 369.0mm²
20.9 megapixels
ISO 100 - 51,200

Go in depth with our full Nikon Z 30 Review.

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Differences

Sony A6100 advantages over Nikon Z 30

Eye-level viewfinder
Eye-level vs Rear display only
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
NFC
Yes vs No
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Longer video battery life
125 vs 75 minutes
Capture more video
Longer stills battery life
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

420 vs 330 shots
Capture more photos
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
More pixels
24.2 vs 20.9 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter vs No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos

Nikon Z 30 advantages over Sony A6100

Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Newer
2 years vs 5 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter vs Filter
Enjoy sharper photos
Longer exposure
900 vs 30 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Higher extended ISO
204800 vs 51200 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Shoot 4K video
Both provide
Make sure you have a fast computer
Touchscreen
Both provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
Built-in Bluetooth
Both provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
On-sensor phase detect
Both provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
External Mic Jack
Both provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
Slow-motion videos
Both provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

In-Camera Image Stabilization
Neither provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Canon EOS M50

Sony A6100

Canon EOS M50

$648
APS-C

Lens selection
Larger sensor

$579
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Higher-res screen

Compare Sony A6100 vs Canon EOS M50

Nikon Z 30

Canon EOS M50

$697
APS-C

Larger sensor
Longer stills battery life

$579
APS-C

Eye-level viewfinder
NFC

Compare Nikon Z 30 vs Canon EOS M50

Compared to Fujifilm X-T100

Sony A6100

Fujifilm X-T100

$648
APS-C

Slower slow-motion
NFC

$599
APS-C

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Sony A6100 vs Fujifilm X-T100

Nikon Z 30

Fujifilm X-T100

$697
APS-C

Slower slow-motion
Newer

$599
APS-C

Less expensive
Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Nikon Z 30 vs Fujifilm X-T100

Compared to Sony A6400

Sony A6100

Sony A6400

$648
APS-C

Less expensive

$798
APS-C

Higher extended ISO

Compare Sony A6100 vs Sony A6400

Nikon Z 30

Sony A6400

$697
APS-C

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$798
APS-C

Eye-level viewfinder
In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon Z 30 vs Sony A6400

Compared to Canon EOS M50 II

Sony A6100

Canon EOS M50 II

$648
APS-C

Lens selection
Larger sensor

$549
APS-C

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Sony A6100 vs Canon EOS M50 II

Nikon Z 30

Canon EOS M50 II

$697
APS-C

Larger sensor
Newer

$549
APS-C

Less expensive
Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Nikon Z 30 vs Canon EOS M50 II

Compared to Nikon Z fc

Sony A6100

Nikon Z fc

$648
APS-C

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

$957
APS-C

Thinner
Newer

Compare Sony A6100 vs Nikon Z fc

Nikon Z 30

Nikon Z fc

$697
APS-C

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$957
APS-C

Eye-level viewfinder
Thinner

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