Canon 6D vs Sony A99

Below, we will be analyzing the Canon 6D vs Sony A99, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the 6D (20MP) and the A99 (24MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The 6D was released 3 months after the A99 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the 6D grades vs the A99 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 6D & Sony SLT-A99. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 6D Gallery & Sony A99 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon 6D features outer 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 Sony A99 has specifications of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the 6D against the A99.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6D and A99 is 59 and 57 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6D and A99.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony A99 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively.