Canon M6 vs Nikon 1 S1

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon M6 versus Nikon 1 S1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the M6 (24MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the M6 (APS-C) and 1 S1 (1") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The M6 was released 3 years later than the 1 S1 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the M6 scores versus the 1 S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M6 & Nikon 1 S1. The complete galleries are available at Canon M6 Gallery & Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon M6 has got outside measurements of 112mm x 68mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Nikon 1 S1 has measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the M6 versus the 1 S1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M6 and 1 S1 is 84 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M6 and 1 S1.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M6 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon M6 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger M6 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.