Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-6
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Released September 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 345g - 120 x 67 x 43mm
- Revealed March 2013
- Successor is Sony A6000

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-6 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony NEX-6, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-M1 was launched 6 months after the NEX-6 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-M1 grades against the NEX-6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-6 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-M1 & Sony Alpha NEX-6. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Sony NEX-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Sony NEX-6
Fujifilm X-M1 | NEX-6 |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-6 over the Fujifilm X-M1
NEX-6 | Fujifilm X-M1 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony NEX-6
Fujifilm X-M1 | NEX-6 | |||
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Revealed | September 2013 | ![]() | March 2013 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-6 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-M1 has got exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony NEX-6 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony NEX-6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 against the NEX-6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and NEX-6 is 87 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-6 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The pic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-M1 and NEX-6.
All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files though you should take the launch date of the products into consideration.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-6 Specifications
Fujifilm X-M1 | Sony Alpha NEX-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-M1 | Sony Alpha NEX-6 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-09-17 | 2013-03-25 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Total lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | Xtra Fine LCD with Tilt Up 90� and Down 45� |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330g (0.73 pounds) | 345g (0.76 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 120 x 67 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1018 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 360 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $399 | $365 |