Canon M6 vs Sony FX3

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon M6 versus Sony FX3, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the M6 (24MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the M6 (APS-C) and FX3 (Full frame) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M6 was introduced 5 years prior to the FX3 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the M6 matches up vs the FX3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M6 and Sony FX3. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M6 Gallery and Sony FX3 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon M6 comes with 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 Sony FX3 has proportions of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).

See the Canon M6 versus Sony FX3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the M6 versus the FX3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M6 and FX3 is 84 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The pic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M6 and FX3.

As you have seen, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M6 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Canon M6 will produce greater detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged M6 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.