Sony RX100 VI vs Nikon Z 30

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Sony RX100 VI vs Nikon Z 30

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1 inch 116.2mm²
20.1 megapixels
24.00mm - 200.00mm (35mm eq.)

Go in depth with our full Sony RX100 VI Review.
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APS-C 369.0mm²
20.9 megapixels
ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Sony RX100 VI advantages over Nikon Z 30

Slower slow-motion
1000 fps vs 120 fps
Supports slower slow-mo
Eye-level viewfinder
Eye-level vs Rear display only
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
NFC
Yes vs No
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Thinner
42 mm vs 59 mm
Thinner
Higher max flash sync
1/2000 vs 1/200 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter vs No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
Faster JPEG shooting
23.8 fps vs 11.0 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster shutter
1/32000 vs 1/4000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

Nikon Z 30 advantages over Sony RX100 VI

Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Larger sensor
APS-C vs 1 inch
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 4.22 vs 2.41 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Longer video battery life
75 vs 40 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

330 vs 240 shots
Capture more photos
External Mic Jack
Jack vs No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Newer
2 years vs 6 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
Hot shoe
Hot shoe vs None
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
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 25600 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
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
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
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
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
Slow-motion videos
Both provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
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

We haven’t finished our review of the Sony RX100 VI, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
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The Competition

Compared to Panasonic ZS100

Sony RX100 VI

Panasonic ZS100

$949
1 inch

Slower slow-motion
Tiltable Screen

$498
1 inch

Less expensive
More telephoto lens reach

Compare Sony RX100 VI vs Panasonic ZS100

Nikon Z 30

Panasonic ZS100

$697
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Larger sensor

$498
1 inch

Less expensive
Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Nikon Z 30 vs Panasonic ZS100

Compared to Panasonic ZS200

Sony RX100 VI

Panasonic ZS200

$949
1 inch

Slower slow-motion
Larger lens aperture

$648
1 inch

More telephoto lens reach
Longer stills battery life

Compare Sony RX100 VI vs Panasonic ZS200

Nikon Z 30

Panasonic ZS200

$697
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Larger sensor

$648
1 inch

Eye-level viewfinder
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon Z 30 vs Panasonic ZS200

Compared to Sony RX100 VII

Sony RX100 VI

Sony RX100 VII

$949
1 inch

Less expensive
Faster JPEG shooting

$1298
1 inch

External Mic Jack

Compare Sony RX100 VI vs Sony RX100 VII

Nikon Z 30

Sony RX100 VII

$697
APS-C

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$1298
1 inch

Slower slow-motion
Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Nikon Z 30 vs Sony RX100 VII

Compared to Canon EOS M50 II

Sony RX100 VI

Canon EOS M50 II

$949
1 inch

Slower slow-motion
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$549
APS-C

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Sony RX100 VI 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 RX100 VI

Nikon Z fc

$949
1 inch

Less expensive
Slower slow-motion

$924
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Sony RX100 VI vs Nikon Z fc

Nikon Z 30

Nikon Z fc

$697
APS-C

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$924
APS-C

Eye-level viewfinder
Thinner

Compare Nikon Z 30 vs Nikon Z fc

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