Nikon Z6 III Black 2024
Sony E3SNILCE6400B
What Buyers Say
Nikon Z6 III Black 2024
The Nikon Z6 III is widely praised as a versatile hybrid camera that delivers excellent image quality, fast autofocus, and strong low-light performance at a competitive price point. Many users upgrading from older Z models or DSLRs note significant improvements in autofocus speed and accuracy, particularly with the new 3D tracking and pre-capture features. However, some reviewers express concerns about build quality, with reports of plastic panels coming loose after a year, and a few find the menu system complex or the body slightly small for larger hands. Overall, it is seen as a great value for both photography and videography, especially for those who do not need the highest resolution or speed of the Z8.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus speed and accuracy
- Great value for the price
- Strong low-light performance
- Versatile hybrid photo/video capabilities
- Improved 3D tracking and pre-capture
Cons
- Build quality concerns (plastic panels coming loose)
- Complex menu system with steep learning curve
- Body slightly small for larger hands
- No battery charger included in box
- Electronic viewfinder lag from standby
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Scores
Specifications
| Nikon Z6 III | Sony E3SNILCE6400B | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Partially Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | 1/2.3-inch |
| Megapixels | 24.5 MP★ | 24.200000762939453 MP |
| ISO Range | 100★ | — |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 | — |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 299 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 20 fps★ | — |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/16000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓★ | — |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | — |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | — |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | — |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | — |
| Codec | N-RAW, ProRes RAW | — |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 5.8M dots★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.67 kg★ | 1.95 kg |
| Battery Life | 360 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C★ | — |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | — |
| Hot Shoe | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Z6 III Black 2024
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong evf (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong video (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average affordability (21st percentile)
Sony E3SNILCE6400B
- Strong display (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average burst (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 21 of 33 specs.