Canon 6D vs Nikon D780
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Canon 6D vs Nikon D780 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 770g - 145 x 111 x 71mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Updated by Canon 6D MII
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 840g - 144 x 116 x 76mm
- Revealed January 2020
- Succeeded the Nikon D750
Canon 6D vs Nikon D780 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Canon 6D versus Nikon D780, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 6D (20MP) and the D780 (25MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (Full frame).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 6D was launched 7 years before the D780 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the 6D grades versus the D780 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon 6D vs Nikon D780 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 6D & Nikon D780. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 6D Gallery & Nikon D780 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 6D over the Nikon D780
6D | D780 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D780 over the Canon 6D
D780 | 6D | |||
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Revealed | January 2020 | February 2013 | Newer by 84 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2359k | 1040k | Crisper screen (+1319k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 6D and Nikon D780
6D | D780 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon 6D vs Nikon D780 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 6D offers outer measurements of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) and the Nikon D780 has dimensions of 144mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs).
Check out the Canon 6D versus Nikon D780 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 6D and the D780.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 6D and D780 is 59 and 57 respectively.
Canon 6D vs Nikon D780 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 6D and D780.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon D780 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged 6D is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon 6D vs Nikon D780 Specifications
Canon EOS 6D | Nikon D780 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 6D | Nikon D780 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-02-12 | 2020-01-07 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5+ | Expeed 6 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 25MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6048 x 4024 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 51 |
Cross type focus points | 1 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 250 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 900 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.5fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 770g (1.70 lb) | 840g (1.85 lb) |
Dimensions | 145 x 111 x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") | 144 x 116 x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2340 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1090 images | 2260 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | EN-EL15b |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | One | Two |
Price at release | $1,699 | $2,297 |