Canon 6D vs Nikon D300S
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Canon 6D vs Nikon D300S Key Specs
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- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 770g - 145 x 111 x 71mm
- Announced February 2013
- Newer Model is Canon 6D MII
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 938g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
- Released November 2009
- Succeeded the Nikon D300
- Later Model is Nikon D600
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Here, we will be analyzing the Canon 6D versus Nikon D300S, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the 6D (20MP) and D300S (12MP) and the 6D (Full frame) and D300S (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 6D was brought out 3 years after the D300S which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the 6D grades against the D300S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 6D and Nikon D300S. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 6D Gallery and Nikon D300S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 6D over the Nikon D300S
| 6D | D300S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2013 | November 2009 | More modern by 40 months | |
| Screen resolution | 1040k | 920k | Sharper screen (+120k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D300S over the Canon 6D
| D300S | 6D |
|---|
Common features in the Canon 6D and Nikon D300S
| 6D | D300S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
| Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Canon 6D vs Nikon D300S Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 6D comes with outside dimensions of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") with a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) and the Nikon D300S has sizing of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs).
Look at the Canon 6D versus Nikon D300S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 6D vs the D300S.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6D and D300S is 59 and 55 respectively.
Canon 6D vs Nikon D300S Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6D and D300S.
To sum up, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 6D due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Canon 6D will deliver greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 6D is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon 6D vs Nikon D300S Specifications
| Canon EOS 6D | Nikon D300S | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon EOS 6D | Nikon D300S |
| Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Announced | 2013-02-12 | 2009-11-16 |
| Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Digic 5+ | Expeed |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 372.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4288 x 2848 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 51 |
| Cross focus points | 1 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Canon EF | Nikon F |
| Number of lenses | 250 | 309 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.63x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 4.5 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/250 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 770g (1.70 lbs) | 938g (2.07 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 145 x 111 x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") | 147 x 114 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 82 | 70 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 23.8 | 22.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.1 | 12.2 |
| DXO Low light score | 2340 | 787 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1090 pictures | 950 pictures |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LP-E6 | EN-EL3e |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash Type I/SD/SDHC |
| Storage slots | 1 | Two |
| Cost at release | $1,699 | $1,630 |