Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A6000

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).

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.