Canon M6 vs Samsung NX mini
84 Imaging
67 Features
84 Overall
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93 Imaging
51 Features
68 Overall
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Canon M6 vs Samsung NX mini Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 390g - 112 x 68 x 45mm
- Released February 2017
- Replaced the Canon M3
- Successor is Canon M6 MII
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched March 2014

Canon M6 vs Samsung NX mini Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Canon M6 versus Samsung NX mini, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M6 (24MP) and the NX mini (20.5MP) is relatively close but the M6 (APS-C) and NX mini (1") posses different sensor dimensions.

The M6 was unveiled 2 years after the NX mini which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M6 scores versus the NX mini with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon M6 vs Samsung NX mini Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M6 & Samsung NX mini. The full galleries are provided at Canon M6 Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M6 over the Samsung NX mini
M6 | NX mini | |||
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Launched | February 2017 | ![]() | March 2014 | More modern by 36 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+579k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Canon M6
NX mini | M6 |
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Common features in the Canon M6 and Samsung NX mini
M6 | NX mini | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon M6 vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon M6 features external dimensions of 112mm x 68mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Canon M6 versus Samsung NX mini in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the M6 vs the NX mini.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M6 and NX mini is 84 and 93 respectively.

Canon M6 vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M6 and NX mini.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M6 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Canon M6 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 3.5MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger M6 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon M6 vs Samsung NX mini Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Canon M6 vs Samsung NX mini Specifications
Canon EOS M6 | Samsung NX mini | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon EOS M6 | Samsung NX mini |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-02-15 | 2014-03-19 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 7 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20.5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX-M |
Available lenses | 23 | 2 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | - | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 390 gr (0.86 lb) | 196 gr (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 68 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1317 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 pictures | 650 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | B740 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom, remote) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $679 | $530 |