Sony a6300 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ2000/FZ2500

a6300 is among the most capable cameras in its class in identifying and tracking subjects.

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.

The camera captures detailed 24MP images with neutral colors. Detailed, interactive studio tests can be seen here.

The autofocus is fast. It uses a hybrid phase-detection and contrast detection autofocusing system.

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.

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.

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.

The camera has 425 phase detection AF points spread across the frame.

Unlike most other viewfinders in this camera class, a6300's can be set to run at 120fps instead of 60fps.

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.

High-ISO retains a good amount of detail and has a well balanced, context-sensitive noise reduction. Saturation is accurate up to ISO 12800.

The cameras is CIPA rated for 400 shots per charge using the rear screen, and 350 using the EVF.

With its 4K cinema mode, you can shoot cinema like scenes, because the large video frame format will make your videos appear wider. Moreover, there is no longer a 30 minute 4K video limit. This was an issue in the previous model.

When you’re shooting a video, you can change it to slow motion while continually filming. So you can shoot both slow motion and normal mode in one video clip.

Minimizes camera shaking, because you can trigger the shutter with a slight press and take pictures quicker. This is great when shooting unpredictable subjects like birds or during sporting events.

Although not as powerful as the Nikon CoolPix P950 83x zoom, the FZ2000/FZ2500 has a powerful 20x built-in optical zoom lens.

It saves and keep video and photo preferred settings separate. Great when going back and forth between video and photo modes

The camera settings are visible in the EVF so you'll no longer have to take your eye off when operating the buttons and you can focus more on your object and how it would look after the shot.

You can easily direct which part of the screen you want your camera to focus and this works even when you are looking through the Electronic Viewfinder (EVF)

ND Filters help to tone down bright areas, making it very convenient when working under such conditions. Choosing which filter to use is quick and easy.

You can set the 2, 4 or 6-stop Neutral Density (ND) filters to tone done down sun glares at different times of the day so you'll have a more balanced video. This is all built-in which is great for Vlog clips.