Camera Details
Sony
a6300
$1,099~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: March 11, 2016
Highlights
- A 24MP APS-C camera that added 4K video and a dense 425-point phase AF system.
- Up to 11 fps shooting with weather resistance in a compact enthusiast body.
- Oversampled 4K/30p video that made it a popular hybrid for its era.
Who it's for
The Sony a6300 is a 24.2MP APS-C mirrorless camera, a versatile all-rounder. Here's where it fits and what to keep in mind.
Keep in mind
- !No in-body stabilisation — you'll lean on stabilised lenses for slow handheld shots.
- !Single card slot — no in-camera backup, which matters for critical paid jobs.
- !Video is capped at 29 minutes per clip.
APS-C
Sensor
24.2MP
Resolution
4K
Max Video
−
IBIS
11fps
Burst
425
AF Points
Full Specifications
Imaging
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
|---|---|
| Sensor Size | APS-C |
| Image Processor | BIONZ X |
| Effective Resolution | 24.2 MP |
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
Exposure Control
| ISO Range (Native) | 100 – 25600 |
|---|---|
| ISO Range (Extended) | 50 – 51200 |
| Mechanical Shutter | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | 1/8000 |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/160 |
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
Still Image Capture
| Continuous Shooting | 11 fps |
|---|
Video Capture
| Max Resolution | 4K |
|---|---|
| 8K Recording | − |
| 4K Recording | Up to 30p |
| 1080p Recording | Up to 120p |
| 10-bit Internal | No |
| Recording Limit | 29 min |
| Log Profiles | S-Log2 / S-Log3 |
| Built-in Mic | Mono |
| Headphone Jack | No |
| Mic Input | Yes |
| HDMI Output | Micro (Type D) |
Focus
| Phase Detect Points | 425 |
|---|---|
| Contrast Detect Points | − |
| Low Light AF | -2 EV |
| Eye AF | Yes |
| Animal AF | Yes |
| Vehicle AF | No |
Viewfinder
| EVF Type | OLED |
|---|---|
| EVF Resolution | 2.36M dots |
| EVF Magnification | 0.71x |
Monitor
| LCD Size | 3" |
|---|---|
| LCD Resolution | 0.92M dots |
| LCD Type | Tilting |
| Touch Screen | No |
Interface
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | v4.1 |
| USB | Micro USB 2.0 |
| Memory Card Slots | 1x SD UHS-I |
| GPS | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $1,099 |
|---|---|
| Body Material | Magnesium Alloy |
| Dimensions | 120×66.9×48.8 mm |
| Weight | 404g (14.3 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| In-Body Stabilization | No |
| Battery Life (EVF) | 400 shots |
| Battery Life (LCD) | 400 shots |
| Battery Type | NP-FW50 |
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