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Sony Alpha a6300 Mirrorless Camera: Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with APS-C, Auto Focus & 4K Video - ILCE 6300 Body with 3” LCD Screen - E Mount Compatible - Black (Includes Body Only)
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Brand | Sony |
Model Name | Sony Alpha A6300 |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 25 MP |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Image Stabilization | Digital |
Min Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Metering Description | Center-Weighted Average, Multi-Zone, Spot |
Form Factor | Mirrorless |
Effective Still Resolution | 24.2 MP |
Special Feature | Face Detection |
About this item
- Faster Autofocus: Shoot up to 11fps with 425 phase detection auto focus points and 0.05 sec AF speed
- Incredible Photography: Advanced 24.2 MP Exmore CMOS sensor expands sensitivity and minimizes noise
- Electronic Viewfinder: Cameras feature a high resolution XGA OLED Tru-Finder for enhanced viewing
- 4K & HD Recording: Record professional content with multiple movie functions and full pixel readout
- Compact & Durable: Dust and moisture seals protect the magnesium alloy body from harsh conditions
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Auto focus | 4.7 | — | 4.5 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.4 |
Picture quality | 4.7 | — | 4.7 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Image stabilization | 4.5 | — | 4.5 | 4.8 | 3.9 | 4.3 |
Battery life | 3.7 | — | 3.8 | — | 3.9 | 4.1 |
Quality of material | 4.5 | — | 4.2 | — | — | 4.6 |
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display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 2.95 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches |
lens type | — | Wide Angle | Zoom | — | — | Interchangeable |
zoom type | Digital Zoom | — | Automatic | — | Digital Zoom | Optical |
shooting modes | Single shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracketing (Cont., Single, White Balance, DRO) | Automatic, Movie | Single shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracketing (Cont., Single, White Balance, DRO) | — | Single Shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracket: Single, Bracket: Cont., White Balance bracket, DRO bracket | Bulb Mode,Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
connectivity tech | HDMI, USB | Wi-Fi | NFC, HDMI, USB | NFC, HDMI, Bluetooth, USB | Wireless | NFC, HDMI, USB |
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Sony α6300 Mirrorless Interchangeable-lens Camera
Fast autofocus speed1 and most extensive autofocus coverage2 plus newly developed 24.2 MP APS-C Sensor4, high resolution 4K video recording5 and more. (shown with the SELP1650 lens)
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4D FOCUS with one of the world’s fastest autofocus1 and world’s most AF pointsThe α6300’s unrivaled 4D Focus system boasts one of the world’s fastest autofocus (AF) acquisition time that can lock focus on a subject in as little as 0.05 seconds. It also has one of the world’s highest number - an incredible 425 - phase detection AF points2 that are densely positioned over the entire image area, and can shoot images at up to 11 frames per second with continuous autofocus and exposure tracking. Additionally, the α6300 takes full advantage of its enhanced fast hybrid AF for movies in both HD and 4K. Other enhancements include silent shooting with continuous autofocus and auto exposure, the ability to use AF in focus magnifier mode, expanded flexible spot AF, Eye AF in AF-C mode and more. |
High-speed continuous shooting with AF/AE trackingClearly capture definitive points of action at extra-high speed at up to 11 fps continuous shooting with autofocus and auto exposure tracking. Experience all the benefits of an electronic viewfinder combined with the immediacy of a through-the-lens optical viewfinder by choosing live-view continuous shooting at up to 8fps. Or go with 11fps continuous shooting for extra assurance of sharp climactic shots. AF/AE tracking performance is incomparably fast, adaptable and nimble with every continuous shooting option. |
24.2 MP of imaging innovationThe newly developed 24.2 MP (approx. effective) APS-C Exmor CMOS sensor features copper wiring and enhanced circuit processing that lower the wiring layer and boost light collection efficiency. In conjunction with the BIONZ X image processor, it minimizes noise throughout a wide sensitivity range of ISO 100-512008. The highly conductive copper in the circuitry significantly accelerates readout speed to support 4K movie recording with full pixel readout without pixel binning, Full HD 120fps shooting and 14-bit RAW output for still images. |
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Ultimate 4K movie recording5 and moreThe α6300 offers internal 4K recording5 in Super 35mm format with full pixel readout, no pixel binning and 2.4x oversampling for the ultimate movie quality. By collecting 20 megapixels (6K equivalent) of information, which is approximately 2.4x as many pixels as 4K, the α6300 then oversamples the information to produce high quality 4K footage with exceptional detail and depth. Additional professional video features include; S-Gamut3/S-Log3 and Gamma Display Assist, the ability to record Full HD at 120 fps for 4x or 5x slow motion HD video, both a mic jack and XLR compatibility via the MI shoe, enhanced Zebra functionality, picture profile settings, as well as Time Code / User Bit, clean HDMI output and much more. |
2.4-million dot XGA OLED Tru-Finder w/ fast tracking 120Hz.The α6300 is equipped with a high contrast, high-resolution XGA OLED Tru-Finder with approximately 2.4 million dots that offers exceptional corner-to-corner visibility. There is also a new mode available for the viewfinder that allows display of images at 120Hz, ensuring that action is displayed smoothly with very few afterimages for the sense of immediacy you get when shooting with an optical viewfinder, making subject tracking through the Tru-finder easier than ever. |
Enhanced Operability and ErgonomicsThe α6300 is equipped with an extremely solid magnesium alloy body that’s dust and moisture resistant for extreme conditions. The robust lens mount and refined grip makes it easier to shoot with larger heavier lenses, while the new 2.4-million dot XGA OLED Tru-Finder with selectable 60fps/120fps refresh rates allow for faster subject tracking. The α6300 can be customized to fit nearly any shooting style or preferences with one of 65 different functions that can be assigned to one of the 10 customizable buttons. A new shutter release button and mode dial with improved operability add to the refined shooting experience. |
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Wi-Fi/NFC/QR code for easy file transfer and remote controlEasily connect with NFC or QR code (for non-NFC devices) to smartphones or tablets with the built-in Wi-Fi and Sony’s PlayMemories Mobile application available for Android and iOS platforms. Control your camera or transfer files to your device for fast and easy sharing without the need of a computer. It also supports Sony’s growing range of PlayMemories Camera Apps, which add a variety of creative capabilities to the camera. Then when you’re done, you can use the free software to sort and manage your stills and video with PlayMemories Home or edit your RAW file with either Sony’s Image Data Converter or Capture One Express (for Sony). |
Focal plane phase-detection AF with A-mount lenses10The α6300 offers focal plane phase-detection autofocus with A-mount lenses10 that have SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) or SAM (Smooth Autofocus Motor) and by using a LA-E3 or LA-EA1 (APS C format with LA-EA1) lens mount adaptor. You can take advantage of the wide AF coverage of 425 focal plane phase-detection AF points, high-speed response, high tracking capability and high optical performance of A-mount lenses. |
4x/5x slow motion recording at 120fps Full HDCapture high-quality Full HD footage at 120fps high-speed shooting with a high bit rate up to 100Mbps. The camera can record 4x/5x slow motion movies internally when the frame rate is set at 30p or 24p or use the 120fps footage to edit into slow motion later on. |
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High-bit-rate XAVC S format for 4K recordingThe consumer friendly XAVC S format6 supports 4K recording at maximum 100Mbps bit rate as well as Full HD recording at 50Mbps, so the α6300 can capture movies6 filled with finely detailed movement. For efficient handling, XAVC S files are minimized in size using Long GOP data compression, and contained in the widely compatible MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format. |
3-inch LCD screen tilts up and down for easy high and low-angle framingThe tiltable 3-inch (921k dots) LCD Display makes it easy to photograph over crowds, or objects close to the ground or maybe you just want to get a different perspective. The screen can swivel up approx. 90° and down approx. 45°. The large display delivers brilliant-quality still images and movies thanks to WhiteMagic technology that nearly doubles the brightness of the display through a unique RGBW pixel structure for easier checking of the focus and image details. |
Recommended Accessories-Battery NPFW50; -Charger BCTRW -Flash HVLF32M; -Microphone ECMXYST1M -Screen protector PCKLM17; -Jacket case LCSEBE/B -Case LCSU21 1 Among interchangeable-lens digital cameras as of February 2016, based on Sony research, measured using CIPA-compliant guidelines, and internal measurement method with an E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens mounted, Pre-AF off and viewfinder in use. 2 Among interchangeable-lens digital cameras as of February 2016, based on Sony research. 3 Approximate effective megapixels. 4 Dust and moisture resistance does not suggest that absolutely no dust and water will be able to enter the body. For FE lens only. 5 Movie recording is possible for approximately 29 minutes. 6 Expandable up to ISO 51200 for stills and up to ISO 25600 for movies. |
SEL-P18105G | SEL-18135 | SEL-P18110G | SEL-1018 | SEL-70200G | SEL-70300G | |
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E mount Lens | E PZ 18–105 mm F4 G OSS | E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS | E PZ 18–110 mm F4 G OSS | E 10–18 mm F4 OSS | FE 70-200 mm F4 G OSS | FE 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G OSS |
Body compatibility | E-mount series | E-mount series | E-mount series | E-mount series | E-mount series | E-mount series |
Minimum focus distance | 1.48 (Wide)-3.12 ft (Tele) | 1.48 ft (0.45 m) | 3.12 ft | 0.82 ft (0.25 m) | 3.15 ft | 2.96 ft (0.9 m) |
Maximum magnification ratio(x) | 0.11 x | 0 29 x | 0.122 x | 0.1 x | 0.25 x | 0.31 x |
Filter diameter (mm) | 72 mm | 55 mm | 95 mm | 62 mm | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Weight | 15.1 oz (427 g) | 11.5 oz (325 g) | 39 oz (1,105 g) | 8 oz (225 g) | 52.21 oz | 30.2 oz (854 g) |
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Accessory Type | Battery | Microphone | Microphone | Tripod | Flash | Flash |
Product name | W-series Rechargeable Battery Pack | Gun zoom microphone | Stereo Mic For Multi-Interface Shoe | Remote Control Tripod | External Flash with Wireless Radio Control | High-speed flash |
Compatibility with α6300 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Dimensions | - | - | - | - | Approx. 2 3/4" x 4 1/2" x 3 1/2" | Approx. 3 1/8 × 5 1/2 × 4 1/8 " |
Weight | - | - | 3.53 oz | - | 11.2 oz (317 g) | 15.9 oz (449 g) |
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Auto Focus Technology | Phase Detection |
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Aspect Ratio | 16:9, 3:2 |
Display Resolution Maximum | 6000 x 4000 |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 24.2 MP |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 25 MP |
White balance settings | Auto |
Self Timer Duration | 2 seconds, 10 seconds, 5 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
Camera Flash | Hotshoe |
Image Stabilization | Digital |
Flash Modes Description | Fill-in, High-speed sync, Off, Rear curtain sync, Slow sync |
Flash Sync Speed | 1/160 Second |
Supported Image Format | JPEG, RAW |
Video Capture Format | 4K, HD |
Video Capture Resolution | 4K UHD 2160p |
Video Standard | AVCHD |
Video Output Interface | HDMI, USB |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | NP-FW50 |
Battery Weight | 42 Grams |
Removable Memory | microSDHC |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Connectivity Technology | USB, HDMI |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 11 fps |
Controller Type | Remote |
Wireless Communication Technology | BuiltIn; 802.11b/g/n with NFC |
Flash Memory Type | SDXC;SDXC;; |
Memory Slots Available | 1 |
Special Feature | Face Detection |
Skill Level | Professional |
Shock Resistant | FALSE |
Form Factor | Mirrorless |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Audio Recording | Yes |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Optical Zoom | 3.1 x |
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Digital Zoom | 4 x |
Maximum Aperture | 3.5 Millimeters |
Zoom Type | Digital Zoom |
Autofocus Points | 425 |
Compatible Mountings | E-mount |
Focus Type | Auto Focus |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 51200 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Min Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Metering Description | Center-Weighted Average, Multi-Zone, Spot |
Shooting Modes | Single shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracketing (Cont., Single, White Balance, DRO) |
Viewfinder Magnification | Electronic |
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Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
Screen Size | 3 Inches |
Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | Tilting |
Touch Screen Type | LCD |
Warranty Type | 12 |
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Mfg Warranty Description Labor | 1 year |
Manufacturer Warranty Description Parts | 1 year |
Model Name | Sony Alpha A6300 |
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Brand | Sony |
Model Number | ILCE6300/B |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #235,104 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #556 in Mirrorless Cameras |
ASIN | B01BFD1CYI |
Color | Black |
Guide Number | 6 meters |
Included Components | Sony Alpha a6300 Mirrorless Digital Camera (Body Only), warranty, ac adaptor, micro usb cable, battery |
Lower Temperature Rating | 32 Degrees Fahrenheit |
Upper Temperature Rating | 104 Degrees Fahrenheit |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.2 x 5.7 x 5.2 inches |
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Item Weight | 14.24 ounces |
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Customers like the image quality, size and quality of the digital camera. For example, they mention that it's beyond incredible for photos and videos, it'll take great shots and that it is extremely portable. They appreciate the autofocus speed, saying that it keeps up with the fastest moving objects. Customers are also satisfied with performance, light performance, and focus. That said, opinions are mixed on heating.
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Customers like the image quality of the camera. They say the 4K video is really good in terms of picture quality, and the camera is beyond incredible for photos and videos. The Sony 16-50mm lens is decent for everyday photography, but it lacks image stabilization. The 55-210mm lens gets great shots, and 4K quality is absolutely stunning. Overall, customers are happy with the camera and appreciate the quality.
"...The improved live-view and extra stop of clean ISO really came in handy shooting a wedding in June and even though it was about 102° and humid for..." Read more
"...some of the very few products I can get excited about and appreciate the quality. The upgrade from the a6000 to the a6300 was such an experience...." Read more
"...The Sony 16-50mm lens is decent for everyday photography but it lacks Image stabilization and has limited zoom...." Read more
"...The Sony Alpha a6300 is very compact, well designed and has a great build quality. The kit lens is amazing and I love the image and video quality...." Read more
Customers like the size of the camera. They mention it's very compact, well designed, and extremely portable. They also say it'll fit in their pocket. That said, some complain about the screen size.
"...Same (now better) quality and performance with half the weight. Traveller's dream!..." Read more
"...The Sony Alpha a6300 is very compact, well designed and has a great build quality. The kit lens is amazing and I love the image and video quality...." Read more
"...be more compact than those other cameras, it will pack a huge punch in a small body, with great image quality, super fast AF, and fast..." Read more
"...Travel size/weight with this camera is minimal. I really love the compact, yet well-made camera body!..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the digital camera. They say it has the best in class 4K video, and is stellar for videography. It has a dual recording mode that can make 4K and 720p at the same time, and the image quality is pretty. It's also one of the best buys for 4K recording.
"...noticeable is the 120hz refresh on the viewfinder which eliminates image tearing and lag...." Read more
"...But the buyers do get best in class 4K video, best Autofocus in the Mirrorless and other functions present in A7 series for a third of the price...." Read more
"...But it does offer 4k. Even better for me, it has HFR -- high frame rate -- video modes. It is fun and simple to capture super slow motion video...." Read more
"...The 4K video quality is excellent, and I might start trying to learn more about videography...." Read more
Customers like the autofocus of the camera. They say it's fast, responsive, and accurate. They also say it keeps up with the fastest moving objects, and can shoot 4K. Customers also appreciate the control they have over aperture and shutter speed. They mention that the JPG files are transferred quickly. Overall, customers are happy with the autofocusing capabilities of the product.
"...Face recognition is fast and accurate. Improved eye-AF tracks focus on a subject’s eyes so the face is always in focus...." Read more
"...Every movement is so smooth, the slow motion really impressive...." Read more
"...A6000 was good, but this is mind-blowing clarity, and the specs say it's also faster (i.e., no lag)...." Read more
"...Not only can you select minimum and maximum ISO, you can also set a minimum shutter speed, or set whether you want the camera to default to slower..." Read more
Customers like the performance of the camera. They say it works amazingly well, produces excellent results, and has a tilting LCD screen. Some customers also mention that the autofocus is very capable and the wifi works great. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and functionality of the product.
"...Nope. The EVF works great and I prefer that to an LCD screen which can get glare...." Read more
"...you don't necessarily see in most dSLRs -- A tilting LCD, well-implemented wifi, very good in-camera HDR and Panorama modes...." Read more
"...The upgrade was easy to install, and the lens works great for me...." Read more
"...when the camera is turned on. The lens works just fine and produces good images, like the old lens but I prefer the old that came with the NEX F3...." Read more
Customers like the light performance of the camera. They mention that it has slightly better low light capabilities, S-log, and an improved viewfinder. The camera takes in a ton of light, and the image stabilization works well during walking. The jpeg processing in low light is very good, and it takes great night shots without flash.
"...giving the Sony a6300 serious consideration because of the image quality in low light and the phase detection autofocus feature...." Read more
"...The finder on the A6300 is twice as bright and sharp. It's spectacular. It's like an optical finder only (IMHO) better...." Read more
"...Excellent ambient light performance and the image stabilization works well during walking shots.**********************************************..." Read more
"...Inconsistent indoor artificial light AWB. Often in artificial light, my portraits take on very unnatural yellow colors...." Read more
Customers like the focus of the camera. They mention it has an impressive autofocus, the best autofocus in the mirrorless, and great continuous focus during video. They also appreciate the precise autofocus and the ability to shoot at 8 frames per second with full auto-exposure and focus tracking. Customers also mention that the camera is amazing for kids, keeps up with the fastest moving objects, and has over 400 dots to automatically autofocus without having to manually do anything.
"...1. Focus : Autofocus is incredible. 425 phase-detect focus points on the sensor cover most of the frame and allow for vastly improved focus tracking...." Read more
"...But the buyers do get best in class 4K video, best Autofocus in the Mirrorless and other functions present in A7 series for a third of the price...." Read more
"...(and even without eye-AF, the face detect system is excellent, better than most dSLRs)...." Read more
"...3. better auto focus (from what other reviews are saying I don't have the 80d so....)4...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the heating of the digital camera. Some mention that it looks good, with no overheating yet at these settings, while others say that it has issues with overheats and intermittent focus issues. They mention that the camera overheates on movies at 4K setting, and gets a over heating warning when only shooting stills.
"...maximum allowed by cameras, in California around 72F. The camera did get a bit warm but recorded the entire clip without even showing the..." Read more
"...good in terms of picture quality, even with the kit lens, the camera/sensor overheats in about 12-15 minutes indoors (4k 24p)...." Read more
"...and humid for an outdoor wedding (yeah, I know...), I had no overheating issue for stills or bursts (no video)...." Read more
"...still very useful for me, but since I record shows, the overheating can be very frustrating...." Read more
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So. Here I sit looking at my recently arrived Sony A6300. At first glance, it’s nearly indistinguishable from the A6000 sitting next to it. At second glance, the slightly textured finish of the magnesium alloy body and the return of the AF/MF switch just under the mode dial do supply some visual cues. Looking at the top plate seals it since there is a distinct A63000 label. So, if it is virtually the same camera, why did I buy it?
Turning it on, spending 20-30 minutes in the menu and playing with autofocus provided at least half of the answer. This is not a technical leap like the A6000 was when it first appeared but it has solid improvements that based on personal needs or preferences, may or may not justify the $400 difference between it and the still-available A6000. The justification depends a lot on how and what you shoot. If you use your camera for video at all, it could be a done deal since the improvements in that department make it one of the most capable part-time video cameras in its price range. If not, your decision may be a bit more difficult. Not because the A6300 is in any way lame, but because the A6000 is still to be considered a fantastic camera.
After a few days, I’ve compiled a list of the changes (so far) that justify my choice for getting an A6300 and moving the A6000 to the second body position in my travel kit.
Two small things right off the bat:
"USB Power Supply = On" Allows the use of a USB battery pack to extend battery life almost indefinitely. It allows the camera to operate while charging and with a 15,000 MAH device charger pack connected, it should power the camera for hours.
"Release w/o Card = Disable" No more puttering around in the garden snapping random flowers only to find the card was left in the reader when inspiration hit.
The significant things:
1. Focus : Autofocus is incredible. 425 phase-detect focus points on the sensor cover most of the frame and allow for vastly improved focus tracking. Face recognition is fast and accurate. Improved eye-AF tracks focus on a subject’s eyes so the face is always in focus. Huge value for weddings and such. Did I mention fast? The A6000 and the 55-210 kit lens wan't bad for outdoor action shooting but the A6300 makes me want to pop for the 70-200 f/4 and go find some flying birds or something. One feature I hadn’t heard mentioned but stumbled across in the menu was “AF In Focus Mag.” It allows you to magnify the focus point while in DMF mode as you would in manual focus and a half-press on the shutter activates autofocus while remaining zoomed, allowing for a critical focus check. Another pleasant surprise is that the on-sensor phase-detect is now available to lenses like my A-mount 16-50 f/2.8 SSM via the LA-EA3 adapter. Focus speed seems little different, if at all, from native lenses. AF-A is disabled, as is DMF and the specific MF setting but manual focus is always available.
2. Viewfinder: The A6300 has nearly double the number of pixels as the one in the A6000 and while the difference is noticeable, it isn’t an oh-my-God difference. What is very noticeable is the 120hz refresh on the viewfinder which eliminates image tearing and lag. I’m also happy to see the return of the electronic level as a viewfinder and LCD overlay. Unlike its predecessors that display the last image shot in a rapid (but lagging) slide show during burst shooting, the A6300 offers a real-time live viewfinder display at 8 frames per second with full auto-exposure and focus tracking that makes action shooting much easier. It really brings EVF tech one step closer to eliminating the need for any optical component to the viewfinder beyond letting light in through the lens.
3. Silent Shutter Mode: It is truly silent. Its potential for use in a solemn situations like wedding ceremonies is pretty awesome. I did some research on the tech behind it and found an interesting article related to the A7x series cameras that warn of the time it takes to read out the image once the electronic second shutter is triggered. If panning aggressively or if a subject were to move suddenly an effect similar to the “jell-o legs” in CMOS video may manifest. Concerned, I went out and did some testing and found that though setting the shutter to silent limits burst shooting to “Low”, even aggressive panning didn’t distort vertical lines in any of the situations I tried. My guess is that the electronic second curtain terminates the exposure very quickly and the 1/20 sec. or so for readout and reset for a single frame, while taking a little extra time, is done after the exposure is recorded and the distortion doesn’t come into play as it does in video.
4. Build: Not a tank but definitely, at least, an IED-resistant Humvee. Reminiscent of the NEX-7, actually. The magnesium alloy feels solid (but so does the A6000’s polycarbonate) and its pebbled texture feels “comfortable”. The grip now has a slight indentation at the bottom on the lens side right where your middle and ring fingers rest. The indentation on the grip sharpens the ridge a bit and makes it slightly easier for my medium-sized hand to hold (IMHO). The body is 4mm thicker front to back than the A6000 and along with the extra 2 ounces of heft makes the camera feel a little more substantial but unless you have a body in each hand, the additional weight isn’t really noticeable. Except for the aforementioned AF/MF switch, the controls are identical. The added weather sealing just ices the cake.
5. Sensor: Another evolutionary rather than revolutionary list of improvements. The shallower photosites made possible by using copper rather than aluminum in the sensor circuitry improve compatibility with wide-angle lenses (theoretically) as well as light gathering. 10x better in low light than the A6000? Sadly, no. However, the changes in the sensor and processor have made about a one-stop improvement IMHO. I can set the auto-ISO to 6400 now with little to fear where the A6000's ISO6400 shots were hit and miss as far as usability. Copper wire is a better conductor than aluminum which may contribute to the significantly faster readout that enables 120fps in 1080p recording. The big thing is the phase-detect autofocus array and associated image analysis for tracking and overall speed. There is still hunting in low-contrast, dim environments but the ability to find and lock focus is much improved. Of all the improvements, this could be the One Big Thing when looking for a reason to choose the A6300 over its older sibling.
6. Customization: The buttons and Fn menu can now be customized to host almost any shooting or playback function. After I finished fiddling with button customization I have settled on Focus Assist for C1 by the shutter release and Silent Shutter for C2 on the back. I then turned to the Fn menu and found that the Drive, ISO and Exposure Compensation access on the four-way nav had redundant entries in the grid as did the top-dial-adjustable Shooting Mode. I replaced them with a few items left out in button customization that I would I still have to dig in the main menu to get to. Now Auto ISO Minimum Shutter Speed (another neat new feature), Face/Smile Detect, Image Quality and Finder Refresh Rate are easily accessed.
***Update*** Not sure how I missed the Fn settings feature in the A6000 menu but now I have set my A6000 to match the A6300. Live and learn! (And RTFM!)
7. Video: Except for occasional short clips of no more than 5 minutes, I don't do video. If I did and wanted to shoot important video of a wedding or something, I'd buy an actual video camera that doesn't legally have to legally terminate shooting at 29 minutes and 59 seconds to avoid import taxes. The A6300 is a stills camera with remarkable video capability, not a dedicated video camera. I may play with some of the video features simply because they are there but I bought this camera for the solid still image feature set.
I've only had the camera for a week so far but my initial impression pretty much confirms the research I did before ordering it. I have taken it out for a spin at Disneyland and despite the poor light and 16-50 kit lens (jacket pocket camera), I came back with some very nice images. So far, it's a definite keeper for me!
I will update if I come across anything new. The 18-105 f/4 G arrived a couple of days ago and I'm eager to see what it can do.
***Update - six months in***
Since the first review I've shot about 10K images and my first good impression has only gotten better. The choice of the 18-105 f/4 G was a good one too. Despite its size, it spends more time on the A6300 than any other lens. The improved live-view and extra stop of clean ISO really came in handy shooting a wedding in June and even though it was about 102° and humid for an outdoor wedding (yeah, I know...), I had no overheating issue for stills or bursts (no video). Eye AF is pretty amazing when trying to keep someone in focus on a dance floor and tracking AF is actually useful now. It doesn't feel any different from the A6000 until I shoot with the A6000. As good as the A6000 is (and that is quite good), the A6300 is an obvious upgrade if you use both alternately.
Bottom line: I feel my money was well spent. I don't find myself wishing for the next upgrade or feel the need to jump to full-frame right now. The image quality is excellent and being able to carry two cameras and an assortment of lenses in a day pack makes this photographer smile.
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2016
So. Here I sit looking at my recently arrived Sony A6300. At first glance, it’s nearly indistinguishable from the A6000 sitting next to it. At second glance, the slightly textured finish of the magnesium alloy body and the return of the AF/MF switch just under the mode dial do supply some visual cues. Looking at the top plate seals it since there is a distinct A63000 label. So, if it is virtually the same camera, why did I buy it?
Turning it on, spending 20-30 minutes in the menu and playing with autofocus provided at least half of the answer. This is not a technical leap like the A6000 was when it first appeared but it has solid improvements that based on personal needs or preferences, may or may not justify the $400 difference between it and the still-available A6000. The justification depends a lot on how and what you shoot. If you use your camera for video at all, it could be a done deal since the improvements in that department make it one of the most capable part-time video cameras in its price range. If not, your decision may be a bit more difficult. Not because the A6300 is in any way lame, but because the A6000 is still to be considered a fantastic camera.
After a few days, I’ve compiled a list of the changes (so far) that justify my choice for getting an A6300 and moving the A6000 to the second body position in my travel kit.
Two small things right off the bat:
"USB Power Supply = On" Allows the use of a USB battery pack to extend battery life almost indefinitely. It allows the camera to operate while charging and with a 15,000 MAH device charger pack connected, it should power the camera for hours.
"Release w/o Card = Disable" No more puttering around in the garden snapping random flowers only to find the card was left in the reader when inspiration hit.
The significant things:
1. Focus : Autofocus is incredible. 425 phase-detect focus points on the sensor cover most of the frame and allow for vastly improved focus tracking. Face recognition is fast and accurate. Improved eye-AF tracks focus on a subject’s eyes so the face is always in focus. Huge value for weddings and such. Did I mention fast? The A6000 and the 55-210 kit lens wan't bad for outdoor action shooting but the A6300 makes me want to pop for the 70-200 f/4 and go find some flying birds or something. One feature I hadn’t heard mentioned but stumbled across in the menu was “AF In Focus Mag.” It allows you to magnify the focus point while in DMF mode as you would in manual focus and a half-press on the shutter activates autofocus while remaining zoomed, allowing for a critical focus check. Another pleasant surprise is that the on-sensor phase-detect is now available to lenses like my A-mount 16-50 f/2.8 SSM via the LA-EA3 adapter. Focus speed seems little different, if at all, from native lenses. AF-A is disabled, as is DMF and the specific MF setting but manual focus is always available.
2. Viewfinder: The A6300 has nearly double the number of pixels as the one in the A6000 and while the difference is noticeable, it isn’t an oh-my-God difference. What is very noticeable is the 120hz refresh on the viewfinder which eliminates image tearing and lag. I’m also happy to see the return of the electronic level as a viewfinder and LCD overlay. Unlike its predecessors that display the last image shot in a rapid (but lagging) slide show during burst shooting, the A6300 offers a real-time live viewfinder display at 8 frames per second with full auto-exposure and focus tracking that makes action shooting much easier. It really brings EVF tech one step closer to eliminating the need for any optical component to the viewfinder beyond letting light in through the lens.
3. Silent Shutter Mode: It is truly silent. Its potential for use in a solemn situations like wedding ceremonies is pretty awesome. I did some research on the tech behind it and found an interesting article related to the A7x series cameras that warn of the time it takes to read out the image once the electronic second shutter is triggered. If panning aggressively or if a subject were to move suddenly an effect similar to the “jell-o legs” in CMOS video may manifest. Concerned, I went out and did some testing and found that though setting the shutter to silent limits burst shooting to “Low”, even aggressive panning didn’t distort vertical lines in any of the situations I tried. My guess is that the electronic second curtain terminates the exposure very quickly and the 1/20 sec. or so for readout and reset for a single frame, while taking a little extra time, is done after the exposure is recorded and the distortion doesn’t come into play as it does in video.
4. Build: Not a tank but definitely, at least, an IED-resistant Humvee. Reminiscent of the NEX-7, actually. The magnesium alloy feels solid (but so does the A6000’s polycarbonate) and its pebbled texture feels “comfortable”. The grip now has a slight indentation at the bottom on the lens side right where your middle and ring fingers rest. The indentation on the grip sharpens the ridge a bit and makes it slightly easier for my medium-sized hand to hold (IMHO). The body is 4mm thicker front to back than the A6000 and along with the extra 2 ounces of heft makes the camera feel a little more substantial but unless you have a body in each hand, the additional weight isn’t really noticeable. Except for the aforementioned AF/MF switch, the controls are identical. The added weather sealing just ices the cake.
5. Sensor: Another evolutionary rather than revolutionary list of improvements. The shallower photosites made possible by using copper rather than aluminum in the sensor circuitry improve compatibility with wide-angle lenses (theoretically) as well as light gathering. 10x better in low light than the A6000? Sadly, no. However, the changes in the sensor and processor have made about a one-stop improvement IMHO. I can set the auto-ISO to 6400 now with little to fear where the A6000's ISO6400 shots were hit and miss as far as usability. Copper wire is a better conductor than aluminum which may contribute to the significantly faster readout that enables 120fps in 1080p recording. The big thing is the phase-detect autofocus array and associated image analysis for tracking and overall speed. There is still hunting in low-contrast, dim environments but the ability to find and lock focus is much improved. Of all the improvements, this could be the One Big Thing when looking for a reason to choose the A6300 over its older sibling.
6. Customization: The buttons and Fn menu can now be customized to host almost any shooting or playback function. After I finished fiddling with button customization I have settled on Focus Assist for C1 by the shutter release and Silent Shutter for C2 on the back. I then turned to the Fn menu and found that the Drive, ISO and Exposure Compensation access on the four-way nav had redundant entries in the grid as did the top-dial-adjustable Shooting Mode. I replaced them with a few items left out in button customization that I would I still have to dig in the main menu to get to. Now Auto ISO Minimum Shutter Speed (another neat new feature), Face/Smile Detect, Image Quality and Finder Refresh Rate are easily accessed.
***Update*** Not sure how I missed the Fn settings feature in the A6000 menu but now I have set my A6000 to match the A6300. Live and learn! (And RTFM!)
7. Video: Except for occasional short clips of no more than 5 minutes, I don't do video. If I did and wanted to shoot important video of a wedding or something, I'd buy an actual video camera that doesn't legally have to legally terminate shooting at 29 minutes and 59 seconds to avoid import taxes. The A6300 is a stills camera with remarkable video capability, not a dedicated video camera. I may play with some of the video features simply because they are there but I bought this camera for the solid still image feature set.
I've only had the camera for a week so far but my initial impression pretty much confirms the research I did before ordering it. I have taken it out for a spin at Disneyland and despite the poor light and 16-50 kit lens (jacket pocket camera), I came back with some very nice images. So far, it's a definite keeper for me!
I will update if I come across anything new. The 18-105 f/4 G arrived a couple of days ago and I'm eager to see what it can do.
***Update - six months in***
Since the first review I've shot about 10K images and my first good impression has only gotten better. The choice of the 18-105 f/4 G was a good one too. Despite its size, it spends more time on the A6300 than any other lens. The improved live-view and extra stop of clean ISO really came in handy shooting a wedding in June and even though it was about 102° and humid for an outdoor wedding (yeah, I know...), I had no overheating issue for stills or bursts (no video). Eye AF is pretty amazing when trying to keep someone in focus on a dance floor and tracking AF is actually useful now. It doesn't feel any different from the A6000 until I shoot with the A6000. As good as the A6000 is (and that is quite good), the A6300 is an obvious upgrade if you use both alternately.
Bottom line: I feel my money was well spent. I don't find myself wishing for the next upgrade or feel the need to jump to full-frame right now. The image quality is excellent and being able to carry two cameras and an assortment of lenses in a day pack makes this photographer smile.
Built: When a camera is as good as the a6000 numbers become irrelevant .. So here is a non quantitative, subjective impression: The a6300 is not only a bit heavier, it feels more solid and valuable as a camera. It feels better in my hand. It is really an evolution of the a6000 in the way that it improved in any hardware detail. You can feel that. If I take the a6000 now, it feels like a cheap copy.
Photos: I am not sure if I find the photos any better. This is so much about the lenses. The a6300 with the kit lens is certainly much worse than the a6000 with a prime lens. And also in the range of the available prime lenses there are significant differences.
Video: Here we go. The video quality is even better, much better. It is such a pleasure to see this level of detail in a video. I am not necessarily so impressed by 4K, but with the (XAVC) S HD 120p/100m setting the results are simply unbelievable. With that setting the camera produces 120 frames per second. Every movement is so smooth, the slow motion really impressive. Shots in nature appear much more special and less shaky if you decrease the speed in post production.
Handling: With the a6300 you have the possibility to download the files from the card to an Apple computer, without the AVCHD hassle (there is no way around that when shooting in HD with the a6000). Now, when shooting HD or 4K in XAVC there is a folder “Clip” on the card with MP4 files in it. Copy on desktop, that’s it. The rest of the handling Is just like the a6000, I am so used to it that I am not good at judging how user friendly it is compared to other cameras.
Silent shooting was important for me as well, so that people are not alerted when I take pictures. Just don’t forget to not only turn off the shutter sound in “silent shooting” but also the “audio signals” at the last pulldown with the suitcase symbol. Otherwise the camera continues to make beeps when the autofocus does its job.
Sony produces some of the very few products I can get excited about and appreciate the quality. The upgrade from the a6000 to the a6300 was such an experience. The longer I have the a6300, the happier and more convinced I am.
Cons: Price. Buyers must be ready to pay at least $1350 for the body+55-210mm lens. But the buyers do get best in class 4K video, best Autofocus in the Mirrorless and other functions present in A7 series for a third of the price. Battery is another disadvantage since it drain fast, especially when recording 4K video, but there are options for extra batteries and charger for A6300/A6000. Lack of Touchscreen but the controls are easy to use.
Overall, i do recommend this camera for anyone that needs a superb camera for photography or taking 30min 4K videos and doesn't bother paying the premium for the high tech/quality.
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2016
Cons: Price. Buyers must be ready to pay at least $1350 for the body+55-210mm lens. But the buyers do get best in class 4K video, best Autofocus in the Mirrorless and other functions present in A7 series for a third of the price. Battery is another disadvantage since it drain fast, especially when recording 4K video, but there are options for extra batteries and charger for A6300/A6000. Lack of Touchscreen but the controls are easy to use.
Overall, i do recommend this camera for anyone that needs a superb camera for photography or taking 30min 4K videos and doesn't bother paying the premium for the high tech/quality.
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The only other serious comparison with this camera I can think of is the Fujifilm.... man why do these manufacturers have to name different products with the exact same letter and number? Is it X-10 or XT-10 or X-pro? Anyway, it's their crop sensor mirrorless. It's really great, and has better kit lenses. Except it's bigger and more expensive, with basically the same image quality. So I don't find that very attractive.
I don't know what's with the complaints with battery life. I took this out on a tour from noon to 9 PM and I came home with 50% battery left. Sure I don't take that many pictures, I only took about 200 shots, but still, you can basically take 400 shots on one charge, I've never taken that many photos in one day, ever. If you are really hard core professional and you need to take 1000 shots a day, guess what? Just get one of those battery packs for smartphones and you're good to go.
The over heating with 4K video however, is true. I never shoot videos that long but I tested it and it did over heat and shut down, after 26 minutes indoors. Obvious it will depend on the enviroment, if you're in the shade outside on a relatively cool day say 24 degrees with some wind, it should be ok for continuous use. But if you let it sit under the sun on a hot day, it'll probably shut down within 10 minutes. No issues with just taking photos though.
There is no touchscreen like others have pointed out. So the only way to select AF points is to move it with the arrow pad which is obviously incredibly slow. What you can do instead is use single AF and center spot, aim at the thing you want to focus, focus, and then recompose to take the shot.
Yes the EVF is very difficult to use if you have to hood on it and wear glasses. You end up being too far away to see the whole picture. But I don't usually wear glasses so I'm fine with that. I guess you'll just have to take off your glasses, it has built-in correction for vision problems of course so that won't be an issue.
Image quality is great like others have pointed out. However I have to be honest here, It isn't radically better than my 5 year old NEX-5N which has a 14mp sensor. The linear increase in resolution isn't that noticeable, but the larger pixels on the 5N actually makes it slightly brighter and has similar high ISO noise performance. I think if you had a 24MP NEX, this will be a noticeable improvement, but if you had a 14MP NEX camera, raw image quality wise, it'll be more or less the same.
Reviewed in Canada on September 8, 2018