Canon M6 vs Nikon 1 V1

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon M6 and Nikon 1 V1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the M6 (24MP) and 1 V1 (10MP) and the M6 (APS-C) and 1 V1 (1") posses different sensor sizing.

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The M6 was released 5 years after the 1 V1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the M6 matches up versus the 1 V1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M6 & Nikon 1 V1. The complete galleries are available at Canon M6 Gallery & Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon M6 has got physical measurements of 112mm x 68mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 V1 has measurements of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the M6 against the 1 V1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M6 and 1 V1 is 84 and 84 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M6 and 1 V1.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M6 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon M6 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern M6 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.