Canon M6 vs Sony NEX-3
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Canon M6 vs Sony NEX-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 390g - 112 x 68 x 45mm
- Introduced February 2017
- Older Model is Canon M3
- Successor is Canon M6 MII
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 297g - 117 x 62 x 33mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Newer Model is Sony NEX-C3
Canon M6 vs Sony NEX-3 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Canon M6 and Sony NEX-3, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the M6 (24MP) and NEX-3 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe M6 was revealed 6 years later than the NEX-3 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the M6 scores vs the NEX-3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon M6 vs Sony NEX-3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M6 & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The full galleries are available at Canon M6 Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M6 over the Sony NEX-3
M6 | NEX-3 | |||
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Introduced | February 2017 | June 2010 | Fresher by 82 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 920k | Crisper display (+120k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3 over the Canon M6
NEX-3 | M6 |
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Common features in the Canon M6 and Sony NEX-3
M6 | NEX-3 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Canon M6 vs Sony NEX-3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon M6 provides outside measurements 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 Sony NEX-3 has dimensions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).
Check the Canon M6 and Sony NEX-3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the M6 vs the NEX-3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M6 and NEX-3 is 84 and 89 respectively.
Canon M6 vs Sony NEX-3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M6 and NEX-3.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Canon M6 to produce more detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher M6 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
Canon M6 vs Sony NEX-3 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
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Canon M6 vs Sony NEX-3 Specifications
Canon EOS M6 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS M6 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2017-02-15 | 2010-06-07 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 7 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Sony E |
Total lenses | 23 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 390 gr (0.86 lb) | 297 gr (0.65 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 68 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 117 x 62 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 78 | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.6 | 12.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 1317 | 830 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 shots | 330 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $679 | $0 |