How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Sony
Sony a6100 vs Nikon Z30
Short AnswerSony a6100 wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionSony a6100
Autofocus PointsSony a6100
Battery LifeSony a6100
WeightSony a6100
Launch PriceNikon Z30
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A24.2
B20.9
Battery (Shots)
A420
B330
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A396
B406
AF Points
A425
B209
Form Factor
120 × 66.9 × 59.4 mm
128 × 73.5 × 59.5 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Sony a6100 If…
- Higher resolution (24.2 MP vs 20.9 MP)
- Higher autofocus points (425 vs 209 )
- Higher battery life (420 shots vs 330 shots)
- Lighter body (396 g vs 406 g)
Choose Nikon Z30 If…
- Costs less at launch ($710 vs $750)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Sony a6100 | Nikon Z30 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Megapixels | 24.2 MP | 20.9 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 32000 | 51200 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 425 | 209 |
| Low-Light AF | -1 EV | -4.5 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 11 fps | 11 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/4000 | 1/4000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | None |
| EVF Resolution | 1.44M | — |
| LCD Size | 3" | 3" |
| LCD Type | Tilting | Vari-angle |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 4K 30p | 4K 30p |
| Internal Color | 8-bit 4:2:0 | 8-bit 4:2:0 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 396 g | 406 g |
| Card Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 420 Shots | 330 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | No | — |
| Launch Price | 750 | 710 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.