Canon XC10 vs Sony A6000

Below is a extensive assessment of the Canon XC10 versus Sony A6000, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the XC10 (12MP) and A6000 (24MP) and the XC10 (1") and A6000 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The XC10 was brought out 12 months later than the A6000 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon XC10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A6000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the XC10 matches up vs the A6000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon XC10 & Sony Alpha a6000. The entire galleries are provided at Canon XC10 Gallery & Sony A6000 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon XC10 features external measurements of 125mm x 102mm x 122mm (4.9" x 4.0" x 4.8") having a weight of 1040 grams (2.29 lbs) and the Sony A6000 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") along with a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).

Examine the Canon XC10 versus Sony A6000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the XC10 against the A6000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the XC10 and A6000 is 54 and 85 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the XC10 and A6000.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The XC10 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sony A6000 will render greater detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher XC10 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.