Canon 6D vs Nikon D800E

Below, we are contrasting the Canon 6D vs Nikon D800E, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the 6D (20MP) and D800E (36MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (Full frame).

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The 6D was announced 9 months later than the D800E and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 6D scores against the D800E when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 6D & Nikon D800E. The whole galleries are available at Canon 6D Gallery & Nikon D800E Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 6D provides physical measurements 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 D800E has measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the 6D compared to the D800E.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6D and D800E is 59 and 54 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 6D and D800E.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon D800E to give greater detail with its extra 16MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher 6D will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.