Sony a3000 vs Nikon Z6
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a3000 and Nikon Z6. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony a3000 is manufacturered by Sony but Nikon Z6 is from Nikon. Both Sony and Nikon are well known brands though.
Sony a3000 were released 2013 and Nikon Z6 was released 2018. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a3000 | 2013 |
Nikon Z6 | 2018 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony a3000 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor while Nikon Z6 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony a3000 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon Z6 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Sony a3000 has a 20 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z6 has 25 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a3000 |
20 MP
19816192 pixels 5456 x 3632 |
Nikon Z6 |
25 MP
24337152 pixels 6048 x 4024 |
Nikon Z6 has a 23 % larger resolution than Sony a3000. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Nikon Z6 has a larger ISO-range than Sony a3000. Nikon Z6 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Sony a3000 has 100 to 16000.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a3000 | 100-16000 |
Nikon Z6 | 100-51200 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a3000
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z6
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a3000 can shoot up to 2,5 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z6 can shoot up to 12 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a3000 | 2,5 |
Nikon Z6 | 12 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony a3000 and Nikon Z6 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Nikon Z6 weighs 675 gr (equal to 1.49 lb) which is 64% heavier than Sony a3000 and its 411 gr (or 0.91 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a3000 | 411 gr 0.91 lb |
Nikon Z6 | 675 gr 1.49 lb |
Sony a3000 vs Nikon Z6 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a3000 and Nikon Z6, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Sony a3000 |
Nikon Z6 |
Name | Sony a3000 | Nikon Z6 |
Manufacturer | Sony | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a3000 |
Nikon Z6 |
Release Year | 2013 | 2018 |
Release Date | 2013-08-27 | 2018-08-23 |
MSRP | 399 USD | 1995 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a3000 |
Nikon Z6 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Sony a3000 |
Nikon Z6 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 5456 x 3632 pixels | 6048 x 4024 pixels |
Megapixels | 20 MP | 25 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz | EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Sony a3000 |
Nikon Z6 |
ISO Range | 100 - 16000 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 9 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Optical Steady Shot) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5 axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a3000 |
Nikon Z6 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 25 | 273 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony a3000 |
Nikon Z6 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 230400 | 2100000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7× (0.47× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8x |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Sony a3000 |
Nikon Z6 |
Frames per second | 2,5 fps | 12 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 6 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a3000 |
Nikon Z6 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 AVCHD |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
|
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony a3000 |
Nikon Z6 |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
XQD |
Connectivity |
Sony a3000 |
Nikon Z6 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control |
Yes (via optional RM-VPR1)
|
Yes (via MC-DC2 or smartphone)
|
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a3000 |
Nikon Z6 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FW50
|
EN-EL15b
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 470 shots | 310 shots |
Width | 128 mm | 134 mm |
Height | 91 mm | 101 mm |
Depth | 85 mm | 68 mm |
Weight | 411 gram | 675 gram |