• APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600
  • APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 6400

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Differences

Sony A6300 advantages over Fujifilm X-A3

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Fast startup
    ~1.40 vs 2.0 sec
    Faster startup lets you catch the moment
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Less shutter lag
    0.16 vs 0.37 sec
    Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    11.1 fps vs 5.9 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    44 vs 9 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Faster RAW shooting
    11.1 fps vs 5.8 fps
    Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
  • Bigger RAW buffer
    22 vs 6 shots
    Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    51200 vs 25600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Fujifilm X-A3 advantages over Sony A6300

  • Less expensive
    $549 vs $848
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • In-camera panoramas
    Both provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Both provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • 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

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • 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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Review Excerpt

  • Excellent image quality; Improved high-ISO performance; Better JPEG quality; Fast autofocus; Very good subject tracking with real-time live view feature; All-magnesium body construction; 4K video.

  • Slow buffer clearing (no UHS-II support); No touchscreen, Clunky menus; Wi-Fi can be a bit frustrating to use.

  • Read our Sony A6300 Review

The Competition

Compared to Sony A6000

Sony A6300
Sony A6000
  • $846
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Fast startup
  • $548
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive

Compare Sony A6300 vs Sony A6000

Fujifilm X-A3
Sony A6000
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $548
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • NFC

Compare Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A6000

Compared to Sony A6500

Sony A6300
Sony A6500
  • $846
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Touchscreen

Compare Sony A6300 vs Sony A6500

Fujifilm X-A3
Sony A6500
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A6500

Compared to Canon EOS M6

Sony A6300
Canon EOS M6
  • $846
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $399
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Sony A6300 vs Canon EOS M6

Fujifilm X-A3
Canon EOS M6
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $399
  • APS-C
  • Fast startup
  • NFC

Compare Fujifilm X-A3 vs Canon EOS M6

Compared to Canon EOS M100

Sony A6300
Canon EOS M100
  • $846
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $449
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Sony A6300 vs Canon EOS M100

Fujifilm X-A3
Canon EOS M100
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $449
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup

Compare Fujifilm X-A3 vs Canon EOS M100

Compared to Fujifilm X-A5

Sony A6300
Fujifilm X-A5
  • $846
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Sony A6300 vs Fujifilm X-A5

Fujifilm X-A3
Fujifilm X-A5
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Fast startup
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Built-in Bluetooth

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