Now that the A6500 has been announced, let’s check out the Sony A6500 vs Sony A6300 and everything that has changed.
| Sony A6500 | Sony A6300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Megapixels | 24 | 24 |
| Sensor Type | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor Size | 23.5 x 15.6 mm | 23.5 x 15.6 mm |
| Processor | Bionz X | Bionz X |
| Image Resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
| ISO Range | 100 - 25,600 (max 51,200) | 100 - 25,600 (max 51,200) |
| AF Points | 425 | 425 |
| Buffer Size | JPEG: 301 RAW: 107 | JPEG: 44 RAW: 21 |
| Burst Mode | 11fps | 11fps |
| Image Stabilization | 5-Axis Image Stabilization | None |
| White Balance Presets | 10 | 8 |
| LCD Size | 3.0" Tilting LCD | 3.0" Tilting LCD |
| Touchscreen | Yes | No |
| LCD Resolution | 921,600 dots | 921,600 dots |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7x | 0.7x |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 2,359,296 | 2,359,296 |
| Shutter Speed Range | 1/32000 to 30 sec. | 1/4000 to 30 sec. |
| Exposure Compensation | ±5 EV | ±5 EV |
| Storage Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Stick Pro Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Wireless | Built-in | Built-in |
| Environmentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Video Recording | 3840 x 2160 (30/25/24fps) 1920 x 1080 (120/100/60fps) 1920 x 1080 (50/30/25/24fps) 1280 x 720 (25fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30/24fps) 1920 x 1080 (120/60/30/24fps) 1280 x 720 (24fps) |
| Battery Life | 350 Shots (CIPA) | 400 Shots (CIPA) |
| USB | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Weight | 453g (1.00lb) | 404g (0.89lb) |
| Dimensions | 120 x 67 x 53 mm | 120 x 67 x 49 mm |
| Price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2016 |
Sony A6500 Advantages:
- 5-Axis Image Stabilization in the body, works with every lens you mount on it
- Much bigger buffer size, great for sports and action
- Touch-screen LCD
- More fps options in both 4K and Full HD video
- Faster maximum shutter speed (1/32000 vs 1/4000)
Quality and sensor wise, not much has changed, although the Sony A6500 is expected to perform better at higher ISO speeds, thanks to a new front-end LSI (more and better performance in many areas of the camera). The biggest improvement is without a doubt the Image Stabilization system that’ll greatly help you in low light situations with any lens you use!
The improved buffer size is an excellent upgrade considering the 11fps makes the A6500 a great choice for action photography, as you’re now able to shoot up to 301 JPEGs compared to 44! Speaking about speed, the fastest shutter speed now sits at 1/32000, higher than most will ever go but good for bright scenes.
The Sony A6300 has a slightly longer battery life (+50) and is a little bit lighter, but that’s about it. Oh, and it’s also cheaper if you don’t need any of the new features. They both offer the same image quality and resolution, AF performance and burst shooting, so if you already own the A6300 I’d say wait with the upgrade.
Update: You can buy the A6500 at Amazon or read more reviews here.
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