Sony A6300
Mirrorless Cameras

A6300

Sony

Released Feb 1, 2016 · Analysis updated Mar 18, 2026

The Sony A6300 scores 83/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the mirrorless cameras category. Coverage includes reviews from Photographyblog, Mirrorlessons, Sansmirror, and Eoshd.

Critic Score

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83

based on 4 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 4 reviews

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Pros

  • New sensor is superb in low light(5)
  • Weather-sealed magnesium alloy body(2)
  • 425 phase detection points for fast autofocus(2)
  • 4k video recording capability(2)

Cons

  • Limited battery life compared to dslrs(2)

4 Expert Reviews

89
Apr 26, 2016

The Sony A6300 offers a compelling combination of terrific image and video quality, along with highly sophisticated AF and useful extras like extensive customisation and weather sealing.

85
Feb 15, 2016

The Sony a6300 offers impressive 4K video, fast autofocus with 425 phase detection points, and an excellent electronic viewfinder with minimal blackout during continuous shooting.

85
Mar 1, 2016

The Sony A6300 is a highly capable APS-C mirrorless camera that improves upon its predecessor with better autofocus, 4K video, and weather sealing, though it's held back by small controls and a comple...

72
Mar 22, 2016

The Sony A6300 offers striking 4K image quality and excellent low light performance, but is hampered by serious overheating issues and rolling shutter problems.