Z6 IIIvs RX100 VI
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Hybrid Video & Action — Z6 III (2024): Partial-stacked FF sensor for near-zero blackout, 6K RAW video, and 60fps burst — Nikon's most capable hybrid.
Travel & Vlogging — RX100 VI (2018): The RX100 VI trades fast apertures for a remarkable 24-200mm zoom range — giving it more versatility than any previous model. 4K/30p, 24fps burst, a pop-up EVF, and an articulating screen round out an exceptional compact package. Variable aperture limits low-light performance at the long end, but for travel and events where reach matters, there is no practical alternative at this size.
Who should buy what
Z6 III (2024)
- Hybrid photographers who want partially-stacked sensor speed with full-frame quality
- Z6 II owners ready for a major AF and video upgrade
- Sports and action shooters who want 6K RAW video and fast burst
- Professionals who want a versatile full-frame Z body for any situation
RX100 VI (2018)
- Travel photographers who need versatile reach in a pocketable body
- Vloggers and content creators who need 4K and an articulating screen
- Event photographers who want discreet, capable wide-to-tele coverage
- Wildlife and sports enthusiasts who want a compact travel option
Quick take: The z6 iii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the rx100 vi is the most affordable; only the z6 iii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Z6 III (2024) | RX100 VI (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £2,199 | £700 |
| Sensor | 24.5MP Full-frame Partial-stacked CMOS | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI Stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.5MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 6K/60p RAW, 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, N-Log, 10-bit | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p, 960fps HFR |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle/aircraft) | Fast Hybrid AF, 315 phase-detect points, Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 6.0 stops | Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic | 24fps |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ~240 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 760g body only | 301g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 138.5 × 101.5 × 74.0mm | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.90× magnification | Pop-up EVF, 2.35M dots |
| Screen | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 921k dots |
| Mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Single SD / Memory Stick PRO Duo slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Z6 III | RX100 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Wildlife | ||
| Travel | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Casual | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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