Canon 6D vs Canon SX10 IS

Here, we will be looking at the Canon 6D vs Canon SX10 IS, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Canon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the 6D (20MP) and SX10 IS (10MP) and the 6D (Full frame) and SX10 IS (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The 6D was released 4 years later than the SX10 IS and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 6D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon SX10 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the 6D scores against the SX10 IS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 6D and Canon PowerShot SX10 IS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 6D Gallery and Canon SX10 IS Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 6D has got outside measurements of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") along with a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) whilst the Canon SX10 IS has measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Examine the Canon 6D vs Canon SX10 IS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 6D versus the SX10 IS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6D and SX10 IS is 59 and 65 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 6D and SX10 IS.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 6D featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon 6D will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent 6D provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.