Nikon D6 vs Sony TX9
50 Imaging
74 Features
85 Overall
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40 Overall
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Nikon D6 vs Sony TX9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Boost to 3280000)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1270g - 160 x 163 x 92mm
- Announced February 2020
- Older Model is Nikon D5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Released July 2010
Nikon D6 vs Sony TX9 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon D6 versus Sony TX9, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the D6 (21MP) and TX9 (12MP) and the D6 (Full frame) and TX9 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe D6 was revealed 9 years after the TX9 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D6 being a Large SLR camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the D6 scores vs the TX9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D6 vs Sony TX9 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D6 Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D6 over the Sony TX9
D6 | TX9 | |||
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Released | February 2020 | July 2010 | Newer by 117 months | |
Screen resolution | 2359k | 922k | Crisper screen (+1437k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX9 over the Nikon D6
TX9 | D6 | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | 3.2" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon D6 and Sony TX9
D6 | TX9 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon D6 vs Sony TX9 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D6 enjoys physical measurements of 160mm x 163mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") having a weight of 1270 grams (2.80 lbs) while the Sony TX9 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Nikon D6 versus Sony TX9 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the D6 versus the TX9.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the D6 and TX9 is 50 and 95 respectively.
Nikon D6 vs Sony TX9 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D6 and TX9.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D6 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon D6 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger D6 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon D6 vs Sony TX9 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon D6 vs Sony TX9 Specifications
Nikon D6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon D6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2020-02-11 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Large SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 102400 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3280000 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 105 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 105 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 309 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 2,359k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 900s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Normal, redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1270g (2.80 pounds) | 149g (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 160 x 163 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 3580 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual XQD/CFexpress slots | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Price at release | $6,496 | $799 |