Sony Alpha a6000 vs Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III
Sony Alpha a6000 Black 2019
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III 2018
What Buyers Say
Sony Alpha a6000 Black 2019
The Sony a6000 is widely praised for its excellent image quality, compact size, and fast autofocus, making it a great value for both beginners and enthusiasts. Many users appreciate its lightweight design and extensive customization options, though some report issues with battery life, menu complexity, and occasional hardware failures after extended use. Overall, it remains a highly recommended mirrorless camera for still photography, especially at its current price point.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Compact and lightweight design
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Great value for money
- Interchangeable lens system
Cons
- Poor battery life
- Battery drains when camera is off
- No in-body image stabilization
- No weather sealing
- Complex menu system
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III 2018
The Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III is highly praised for its excellent image stabilization, compact and lightweight system, and advanced computational features like Handheld High Res mode. Users coming from full-frame systems appreciate the portability and rugged build, though some note the EVF resolution could be better and low-light autofocus lags behind competitors like the Nikon D500. Overall, it is seen as a versatile and capable camera for travel, landscape, and wildlife photography.
Pros
- Excellent image stabilization
- Compact and lightweight system
- Handheld High Res mode
- Rugged build quality
- Comfortable grip and ergonomics
Cons
- Low resolution EVF
- Low light autofocus not as good as Nikon D500
- No flash included in box
- RAW files not compatible with Mac Photos
Scores
Specifications
| Sony Alpha a6000 | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | MOS |
| Size | aps-c | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 24.299999237060547 MP★ | 20.399999618530273 MP |
| ISO Range | 100★ | 200 |
| Processor | BIONZ X | TruePic IX |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 179Contrast Detection: 25 | Phase Detection: 121 (121 Cross-Type)Contrast Detection: 121 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 11 fps | 15 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 60 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/4000 | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 1080p | 4K★ |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps★ | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 60 fps | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✗ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✗ | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | ✗ | ✗ |
| Codec | XAVC S | H.264/MOV |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 1.4M dots | 2.4M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.28 kg★ | 0.58 kg |
| Battery Life | 310 shots | 420 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✗ | ✓★ |
| USB | Micro USB | USB-C (USB 2.0)★ |
| HDMI | HDMI | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Sony Alpha a6000 Black 2019
- Strong sensor (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong evf (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average build (11th percentile)11th %ile
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III 2018
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 12 of 33 specs.