Canon M10 vs Canon R6

Below, we will be analyzing the Canon M10 vs Canon R6, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both offered by Canon. The sensor resolution of the M10 (18MP) and the R6 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the M10 (APS-C) and R6 (Full frame) possess different sensor size.

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The M10 was revealed 5 years before the R6 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon M10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Canon R6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the M10 grades against the R6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M10 & Canon EOS R6. The full galleries are viewable at Canon M10 Gallery & Canon R6 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon M10 offers outside dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Canon R6 has specifications of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the M10 versus the R6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M10 and R6 is 88 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M10 and R6.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M10 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon R6 will provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older M10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.