Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A58
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Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A58 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
- Revealed March 2013
- New Model is Sony A6000
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 492g - 129 x 95 x 78mm
- Revealed November 2013
- Earlier Model is Sony A57
Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A58 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Sony NEX-6 and Sony A58, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are built by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-6 (16MP) and the A58 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe NEX-6 was introduced 8 months prior to the A58 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the NEX-6 grades vs the A58 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A58 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha NEX-6 and Sony SLT-A58. The whole galleries are available at Sony NEX-6 Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-6 over the Sony A58
NEX-6 | A58 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A58 over the Sony NEX-6
A58 | NEX-6 | |||
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Revealed | November 2013 | March 2013 | More recent by 8 months |
Common features in the Sony NEX-6 and Sony A58
NEX-6 | A58 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A58 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony NEX-6 features exterior dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) whilst the Sony A58 has sizing of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).
Analyze the Sony NEX-6 and Sony A58 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the NEX-6 compared to the A58.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the NEX-6 and A58 is 85 and 68 respectively.
Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A58 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NEX-6 and A58.
As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony A58 to produce more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older NEX-6 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A58 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A58 Specifications
Sony Alpha NEX-6 | Sony SLT-A58 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha NEX-6 | Sony SLT-A58 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-03-25 | 2013-11-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 16000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 121 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Xtra Fine LCD with Tilt Up 90� and Down 45� | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.65x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 345g (0.76 lb) | 492g (1.08 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 67 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 129 x 95 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 78 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.1 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | 1018 | 753 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photos | 690 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NPFW50 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) | - |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $365 | $645 |