Canon 60D vs Canon 6D

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon 60D versus Canon 6D, both Advanced DSLR cameras and they are both sold by Canon. The image resolution of the 60D (18MP) and the 6D (20MP) is pretty comparable but the 60D (APS-C) and 6D (Full frame) posses different sensor measurements.

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The 60D was unveiled 3 years prior to the 6D and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 60D scores against the 6D with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 60D & Canon EOS 6D. The full galleries are available at Canon 60D Gallery & Canon 6D Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon 60D provides outer dimensions of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) and the Canon 6D has specifications of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the 60D versus the 6D.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 60D and 6D is 59 and 59 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The graphic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 60D and 6D.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 60D with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Canon 6D will show greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older 60D will be behind with regard to sensor tech.