Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A6000
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Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A6000 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced March 2013
- Newer Model is Sony A6000
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 344g - 120 x 67 x 45mm
- Introduced April 2014
- Old Model is Sony NEX-6
- Updated by Sony A6300
Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A6000 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Sony NEX-6 versus Sony A6000, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras and both are built by Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the NEX-6 (16MP) and A6000 (24MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NEX-6 was announced 13 months before the A6000 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the NEX-6 matches up versus the A6000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A6000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha NEX-6 and Sony Alpha a6000. The whole galleries are provided at Sony NEX-6 Gallery and Sony A6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-6 over the Sony A6000
NEX-6 | A6000 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6000 over the Sony NEX-6
A6000 | NEX-6 | |||
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Introduced | April 2014 | March 2013 | More modern by 13 months | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 921k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Sony NEX-6 and Sony A6000
NEX-6 | A6000 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A6000 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Sony NEX-6 provides exterior dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) and the Sony A6000 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).
Compare the Sony NEX-6 versus Sony A6000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the NEX-6 against the A6000.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the NEX-6 and A6000 is 85 and 85 respectively.
Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A6000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-6 and A6000.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony A6000 to give you extra detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NEX-6 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A6000 Specifications
Sony Alpha NEX-6 | Sony Alpha a6000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha NEX-6 | Sony Alpha a6000 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-03-25 | 2014-04-23 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 99 | 179 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony E | Sony E |
Total lenses | 121 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Xtra Fine LCD with Tilt Up 90� and Down 45� | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction, hi-speed sync, wireless control |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic 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 | 345 grams (0.76 pounds) | 344 grams (0.76 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 67 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 120 x 67 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 78 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.1 | 13.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 1018 | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photos | 360 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NPFW50 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | With downloadable app |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $365 | $548 |