Canon 6D vs Nikon D810A
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Canon 6D vs Nikon D810A Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 770g - 145 x 111 x 71mm
- Launched February 2013
- Newer Model is Canon 6D MII
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 880g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Announced February 2015
Canon 6D vs Nikon D810A Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Canon 6D vs Nikon D810A, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the 6D (20MP) and D810A (36MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (Full frame).
Photography GlossaryThe 6D was launched 24 months earlier than the D810A making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 6D matches up vs the D810A with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 6D vs Nikon D810A Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 6D and Nikon D810A. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 6D Gallery and Nikon D810A Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 6D over the Nikon D810A
6D | D810A |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D810A over the Canon 6D
D810A | 6D | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | February 2013 | Fresher by 24 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 1040k | Sharper display (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 6D and Nikon D810A
6D | D810A | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon 6D vs Nikon D810A Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 6D features physical dimensions of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") with a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Nikon D810A has dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 6D vs Nikon D810A in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 6D vs the D810A.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6D and D810A is 59 and 55 respectively.
Canon 6D vs Nikon D810A Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6D and D810A.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon D810A to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 16MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older 6D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon 6D vs Nikon D810A Specifications
Canon EOS 6D | Nikon D810A | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 6D | Nikon D810A |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2013-02-12 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5+ | EXPEED 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 36 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 7360 x 4912 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 51 |
Cross focus points | 1 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 250 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3.2" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.5 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 770 gr (1.70 lb) | 880 gr (1.94 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 145 x 111 x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2340 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1090 photographs | 1200 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6 | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs for up to 9 shots) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, CompactFlash (UDMA compliant) |
Card slots | One | Two |
Retail pricing | $1,699 | $3,800 |