Canon 6D vs Nikon D7000

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon 6D and Nikon D7000, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the 6D (20MP) and D7000 (16MP) and the 6D (Full frame) and D7000 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The 6D was brought out 2 years later than the D7000 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the 6D scores against the D7000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 6D & Nikon D7000. The entire galleries are available at Canon 6D Gallery & Nikon D7000 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon 6D has physical measurements of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") having a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) and the Nikon D7000 has specifications of 132mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 6D and Nikon D7000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the 6D against the D7000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 6D and D7000 is 59 and 59 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 6D and D7000.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 6D because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon 6D will produce more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger 6D should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.