Canon 6D MII vs Sony A580

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon 6D MII vs Sony A580, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Canon and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 6D MII (26MP) and A580 (16MP) and the 6D MII (Full frame) and A580 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The 6D MII was unveiled 6 years later than the A580 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon 6D MII being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the 6D MII scores against the A580 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 6D Mark II & Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 6D MII Gallery & Sony A580 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon 6D MII offers external dimensions of 144mm x 111mm x 75mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) and the Sony A580 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 6D MII vs Sony A580 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the 6D MII and the A580.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 6D MII and A580 is 59 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6D MII and A580.

All in all, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 6D MII with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon 6D MII will resolve greater detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent 6D MII should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.