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Nikon D810
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Great autofocus
It's fast and decisive both in good light and in low light. It accurately recognizes faces and focuses on the nearest eye.
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Settings banks don't save all settings
Certain settings including AF and Advance modes can't be saved to settings banks and thus can't be recalled.
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Flat color profile for video
A flat color profile captures footage in low contrast and higher dynamic range allowing for easier color grading in post-production.
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Lacks peaking for video
Focus peaking is not present in D810.
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Quiet
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Poor AF in video mode
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Subject tracking starts having issues in burst mode
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Low-light performance could be better
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Electronic 1st curtain can only be used in Mirror Up mode
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Weight:
980 g
Dimensions:
146 x 123 x 82 mm
Screen size:
3.2" fixed
Ports:
USB 3.0; HDMI
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Nikon D500
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Easy to use
The camera has a tilting screen allowing easy above the head or near the ground shots, a touchscreen for easily adjusting AF point and a joystick for adjusting it even faster.
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Lacks mode dial for custom presets
Unlike some other Nikon cameras, D500 doesn't have a mode dial that allows quickly switching between custom presets.
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Good buffer
Buffer can hold 200 compressed or 71 uncompressed RAW files. To achieve the 200-shot compressed RAW speed, you'll need a XQD card.
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Video has a 2.2x 35mm-equivalent crop factor
The camera has a 1.5x 35mm-equivalent crop factor and shooting video adds another 1.5x crop factor on top of that resulting in a 2.2x 35mm-equivalent crop factor. The effective sensor size is near the size of a MFT sensor. That means you would need wider lenses to achieve the same result in each situation.
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Excellent autofocus
D500 has 153 AF points of which you can select 55. 99 AF points are cross-type (of which 35 are selectable). 15 AF points work with f/8 lenses (of which 9 are selectable). The autofocus works down to LV -4. Autofocus is fast at 10 frames per second with great accuracy - in autofocus tests performed by Tony Northrup the D500 trailed D5 just slightly by getting 16% fewer of shots in focus and 1DX Mark II by about 18%.
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Great AF point coverage
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Can automatically microadjust lens focal point for autofocusing
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Illuminated buttons
Makes shooting in the dark easier.
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Can record to an external recorder over HDMI
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Weight:
860 g
Dimensions:
147 x 115 x 81 mm
Screen size:
3.2in
Ports:
USB 3.0; HDMI
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Nikon D5
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Pros
6
Cons
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Advanced autofocus
D5 has 153 AF points of which you can select 55. 99 AF points are cross-type (of which 35 are selectable). 15 AF points work with f/8 lenses (of which 9 are selectable). The autofocus works down to LV -4. Autofocus is amazingly fast at 14 frames per second with top of the class accuracy (in tests performed by Tony Northrup it was only second to 1DX Mark II in terms of how many shots were in focus having just 6% fewer of shots be in focus).
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Image quality is surpassed by much cheaper cameras
Nikon puts D5's AF capabilities above everything else to the point where cameras that cost less than half the price (like Nikon's own D810) have clearer, sharper images with higher dynamic range and higher resolution.
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Huge ISO range
D5 has a native ISO range of 100 to 102,400 which can be expanded from 50 to 3,280,000.
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Single-purpose
It's an extremely specialized camera. Unless you're doing photography that involves fast moving targets, the camera's capabilities will not justify the price.
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Can automatically detect faces and focus on them
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Internal 4K video capture is limited to 3 minutes
Fortunately video can be sent over HDMI to an external recorder.
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Can shoot stills during video
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Dynamic range of base ISO could be better
According to tests performed by DxOMark, dynamic range of the D5 is at ~9.35 stops for base ISO (50 to 100). Lowest of any FF Nikon DSLR.
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Durable
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4K video has a 1.3x crop
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Great high ISO imaging capabilities
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AF in video mode is lousy
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Lacks built-in Wi-Fi
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AF point coverage could be better
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Low resolution for a flagship
The camera is 20MP, D810, for example is 36.3 MP.
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Not all AF points can be manually selected
Out of the 153 AF points only 55 can be selected.
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Weight:
1415 g
Dimensions:
160 x 159 x 92 mm
Screen size:
3.2in
Ports:
USB 3.0; HDMI
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Fujifilm X-T2
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5
Cons
2
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Fantastic pictures
Fujifilm’s X-Trans sensor enables the X-T2 to take fantastic pictures. Images consistently feature great detail, contrast and colour. The end result are images that have lifelike colors, great contrast and require little to no post processing.
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No touchscreen
Touchscreens are common features on a variety of similar cameras. While the X-T2 has analog controls these have a tendency to slow down one's workflow.
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Excellent video quality
The X-T2 is able to capture 4k video at 30 fps and HD video at 60 fps. By capturing footage at a higher resolution then downscaling it to 4k, X-T2 produces very detailed video. Additionally, with its F-log colour mode, the X-T2 is able to capture even more dynamic range. The inclusion of a built in micro HDMI port as well as 3.5 mm audio jack allows for external devices to be connected as well. As such, the X-T2 is ideally set up to produce fantastic content.
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No image stabilization
Optical image stabilization is not built into X-T2 so a lens that comes with image stabilization will have to be purchased separately. Fujifilm's X-Mount lens system has several to choose from.
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Excellent low light performance
The Fujifilm X-T2 features great sensitivity in low light conditions due to its great sensor quality and excellent image processing. This makes it a great investment if shooting locations include clubs, concerts or other dimly lit areas.
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Great build quality
The X-T2 is a rugged camera whose body is both dust and moisture resistant. Additionally, it has been rated to work in temperatures as low as -10 degrees Celsius. Photographers that have used this on shoots have testified to its reliability in poor weather conditions.
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Software updates
Previous versions of the Fujifilm X series have been improved over time with firmware updates. As such, the X-T2 will continue to be extremely capable in the long term.
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Weight:
507g
Warranty:
1 year
Sensor:
24.3-megapixel X-Trans CMOS III APS-C sensor
Battery:
708 mAh (~330 shots)
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Pentax K-1
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15
Experiences
Pros
10
Cons
4
Specs
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Can take super low noise, high sharpness images with Pixel Shift Resolution enabled
K1 has an alternate shooting mode that can significantly reduce noise and increase sharpness. It's called Pixel Shift Resolution. Once enabled it will take 4 shots moving the sensor by 1 pixel each time in order to capture all color information for each pixel instead of distributing it over 4. A visualization can be found here. Pixel Shift Resolution shooting mode takes longer as it's taking 4 shots instead of one and requires a couple of seconds after the shots have been taken to process the images into one so it won't work for sports or action, but it's great for landscape photography.
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Autofocus could be better
Autofocus won't be able to consistently keep up with fast-moving subjects so it's not the best camera for action or sports. Additionally, it only has 33 AF points which by today's standards is on the lower side of things and they're not spread around as much as in other cameras.
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In-body image stabilization allows stabilizing fast prime lenses
You can potentially do night photography without a tripod by using a fast prime lens wide open with in-body image stabilization.
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Video capabilities could be better
It's reasonable to expect more than 1080p30 in a 2016 flagship camera.
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Great interface
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Limited lineup of full-frame lenses
While Pentax has among the best selection of lenses created for APS-C sensors, this is their first full-frame camera and there aren't that many of them.
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Good dynamic range
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Lens availability might be an issue
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LCD can be pulled out of the cradle
K-1 has a cross-tilt LCD.
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The K-1 + one of the Pentax Limited full-frame, all mechanical lenses is the dominant design in photography
It's not the camera alone; it's the camera and the lens together. Pentax's best lenses are the FA31/FA43/FA77 Limited series. There is no other camera + lens combination that can compete with the K-1 + one of the FA Limited lenses on a price/performance basis. It is not even a close competition.
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Built-in GPS
Great searching through picture libraries by location.
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Manual sensor shift allows taking tilt-shift photos with any lens
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Has LEDs that illuminate key parts of the camera
There's an LED that shines light on rear controls, there's another one that illuminates the lens mount, and an LED that highlights the card bay and remote release port. These can be really helpful in the dark.
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Automatically fixes horizontal level
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Weight:
1010 g
Dimensions:
137 x 110 x 86 mm
Screen size:
3.2in
Ports:
USB 2.0; HDMI
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Canon EOS-1D X Mark II
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Not yet available
The camera's planned release date is April 2016.
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Excellent continuous drive
The camera can shoot 14fps RAW without any limitations and 16fps with a locked up mirror. The buffer holds 170 RAW frames at 14fps while JPG buffer is unlimited.
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Flicker detection
The camera can detect flickering light sources and sync up with them to shoot at peak brightness in order to avoid underexposing the image by accident.
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Weight:
1530 g
Dimensions:
158 x 168 x 83 mm
Screen size:
3.2in
Ports:
USB 3.0; HDMI
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Canon EOS 5D Mark III
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Cons
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Good autofocus system
61-point autofocus system with 41 cross-type points that performs well in low light.
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The camera is showing its age
5D Mark III was released in 2012.
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Complete manual control for video
Shutter, aperture and ISO can be set manually for video.
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Dynamic range could be better
5D Mark III has 11.7 stops of dynamic range while competitors have around 14 stops. And shadow recovery is lacking as well limiting HDR photos further.
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Excellent ergonomics
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AF point coverage is restricting
Layout of AF points restricts to compose shots in a certain way.
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Excellent build quality
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Lacks continuous AF in movie mode
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Lacks programmable Auto ISO
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Can't set arbitrary exposure time
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AF points don't illuminate in Servo mode
It can be difficult to see AF points in low light as they do not illuminate in Servo mode.
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Autofocus subject tracking could be better
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Weight:
950 g
Dimensions:
152 x 116 x 76 mm
Screen size:
3.2in
Ports:
USB 2.0; HDMI
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Canon 5DS / R
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Cons
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Flicker detection
The camera can detect flickering light sources and sync up with them to shoot at peak brightness in order to avoid underexposing the image by accident.
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Limited video capabilities
No HDMI output, no headphone socket.
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Good autofocus system
61-point autofocus system with 41 cross-type points that performs well in low light. In addition, 5 central autofocus points turn into dual-cross-type points with fast (f/2.8 or faster) lenses increasing the precision even further. 5DS / 5DSR AF coverage
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Dynamic range could be better
According to tests performed by DxOmark 5DS / R has 12.41 stops of dynamic range in print and 11.08 stops on screen for images taken at 100 ISO while cameras in this price range commonly push 14 in print and 13 on screen.
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In-camera timelapse
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Low max ISO
The cameras go up to 6400 (or 12800 in extended) ISO.
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Excellent build quality
The 5DS/R has a magnesium alloy shell that makes it durable.
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AF subject tracking could be better
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Programmable Auto ISO
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Low-light performance could be better
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Natural skintones
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Images at base ISO nosier than competition
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High resolution
50.6 MP compared to 22.3 MP for the 5D Mark III.
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Weight:
930 g
Dimensions:
152 x 116 x 76 mm
Screen size:
3.2in
Ports:
USB 3.0; HDMI
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Sony a6300
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Cons
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Built-in flash
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No touchscreen or joystick for setting the AF point
The quickest way to set the AF point is by pressing the middle button of the four-way controller to enter AF point selection, then using the controller to set the point which is considerably slower than using a touchscreen or a joystick.
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Great subject tracking
a6300 is among the most capable cameras in its class in identifying and tracking subjects.
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Lens availability might be an issue
There are some APS-C specific prime lenses from Sony, but not many, and zoom lenses are few and far between.
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Lots of video-friendly features
The camera supports a flat color profiles (S-Log2 & S-Log3) for improved dynamic range that can then be used when color grading in post, it can record time code in order to help you sync audio and video when you record them separately, it allows for an external mic allowing you to record higher quality audio in-camera, and includes focus peaking and zebras that help make sure the subject is in focus and no areas are over or under exposed.
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The amount of settings available can be overwhelming
The menu is grouped in 5 categories and each category has up to 9 pages of settings. Remembering the location of all those settings can be a time-consuming task.
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Good image quality
The camera captures detailed 24MP images with neutral colors. Detailed, interactive studio tests can be seen here.
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Accessing second dial requires reposition the hand from shooting grip
The second dial that's among other things is used for changing the AF point is positioned at the bottom-right side of the camera and it can't be accessed using the shooting grip.
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Great continuous autofocus
The autofocus is fast. It uses a hybrid phase-detection and contrast detection autofocusing system.
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Excellent video quality
The camera can capture video at up to 4K30 and 1080p120 resolutions and is capable of saving footage in XAVC S at up to 100 Mbps. Captured footage provides impressive levels of detail. It's important to note that 4K30 capture is from a smaller crop of the sensor while 4K24/25 is from the full width of the sensor.
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Offers excellent control over video
The camera allows manually setting and adjusting during shooting shutter speed, aperture and ISO, supports Auto ISO in movie mode, allows turning subject tracking on and off during filming, supports live autofocus with control over focus drive speed and subject tracking persistence.
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Good Auto ISO
Auto ISO changes ISO based on user-defined rules. a6300 allows setting ISO ceiling and floor, minimum shutter speed and additionally has 5 automatic rules (from Slower to Faster) for controlling shutter speed based on focal length.
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Excellent AF point coverage
The camera has 425 phase detection AF points spread across the frame.
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Weather sealed
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Good dynamic range
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The viewfinder can be run at 120fps
Unlike most other viewfinders in this camera class, a6300's can be set to run at 120fps instead of 60fps.
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A flat color profile for video is available
a6300 supports a flat color profiles (S-Log2 & S-Log3) for improved dynamic range that can then be used when color grading in post. It can also preview how a graded footage would look.
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Excellent low-light performance for an APS-C camera
High-ISO retains a good amount of detail and has a well balanced, context-sensitive noise reduction. Saturation is accurate up to ISO 12800.
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Reasonable battery life
The cameras is CIPA rated for 400 shots per charge using the rear screen, and 350 using the EVF.
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Weight:
404g
Sensor:
24MP APS-C CMOS
Video resolution:
4K @30, 1080p @120
Wi-Fi:
Yes
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