Sony waited more than four years between the release of its flagship APS-C Alpha NEX-7 ( at Amazon) and its replacement, the Alpha 6300 ($999.99, body only). The new model doesn't offer a boost in resolution, but it enhances the excellent autofocus system found in the midrange Alpha 6000 ($549.99 at Dell Technologies) and also adds a weather-sealed design, 4K video capture, and a crisper EVF. It's our Editors' Choice for premium mirrorless cameras, ousting the Samsung NX1 ( at Amazon) , a camera we no longer recommend buying due to the questionable outlook for the future of the Samsung NX system. Even if the NX1 comes back from the dead, the Alpha 6300 is an standout performer in its own right, and one that's priced $500 less. DesignThe Alpha 6300 ($1,099.00 at Amazon)  looks a lot like the Alpha 6000 and the NEX-7. Available in black only, it's a squat mirrorless camera with a corner EVF, a tilting LCD, and a modest handgrip. It measures 2.6 by 4.7 by 1.9 inches (HWD) and weigh...

The Sony Alpha 6300 adds weather-sealing and 4K video to the popular midrange Alpha 6000. It's the premium mirrorless camera that Sony photographers have been waiting for.

Quick autofocus; 11.1fps burst shooting; 4K video capture; Crisp EVF; Tilting rear display; Strong high ISO performance; Built-in flash; Wi-Fi with NFC; Weather-sealed body

Omits touch-screen support; Lacks in-body stabilization; Dense menu system; Some apps must be purchased; Doesn't include external charger

Newer. Better. Faster. Stronger.

The a6300 is a tremendously capable camera, whether you're looking to shoot stills or video. Getting the best out of the camera requires a bit of work on the user's part but its sheer capability makes this worthwhile.

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Sony's A6300 is a mid-range mirrorless with an AF system that's the envy of pro cameras costing up to twice the price. It takes the earlier A6000 – no slouch for action photography – and upgrades the weather-sealing and viewfinder, adds 4k video, 1080 at 120p for slow motion and a microphone input,...

Best continuous AF in its class, Fast 11fps burst shooting or 8fps with live update, Internal 4k video; 1080 at up to 120fps for 5x slo-mo, Compact and light, weather-sealed body, Wifi with NFC and downloadable apps

Screen not touch-sensitive nor fully-articulated; Control dials have minimal tactile feedback; Screen can't be brightened when filming 4k; Maximum shutter speed of 1/4000; Smart Remote app needs updating immediately; Downloaded apps often have separate menus; Reports of rolling shutter; but not on...

Sony's new premium compact system camera features a 24.2-million-pixel sensor, fast AF tracking as well as 4K video capture. We take a first look at the Sony Alpha 6300.

Four weeks ago at CES 2016 , Sony unveiled a bevy of new products, including a 4K handycam ( AX53 ), a new portable wireless speaker ( h.ear go ) and their "most beautiful 4K HDR TV." But despite the notability of those products, it appears Sony has saved its best for last.

If you have no prior commitments to another photo system, the A6300 won't disappoint you for the money - but a lack of long focal lengths and a slightly-flawed approach means this camera isn't ready to replace everyone's SLR just yet.

Sony may have spent the last few years reshaping the full-frame market with a string of popular compact system cameras, but it's also managed to simultaneously keep its APS-C alternatives relevant and exciting.