Canon EOS 10D vs Canon EOS M6
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 10D and Canon EOS M6. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS 10D were released 2003 and Canon EOS M6 was released 2017. That is a 14 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 10D | 2003 |
Canon EOS M6 | 2017 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 10D is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS M6 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Canon APS-C") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 10D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Canon EOS M6 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 10D has a 6,3 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS M6 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 10D |
6,3 MP
6291456 pixels 3072 x 2048 |
Canon EOS M6 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS M6 has a 281 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 10D. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Canon EOS M6 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 10D. Canon EOS M6 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Canon EOS 10D has 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 10D | 100-3200 |
Canon EOS M6 | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS 10D do not work with Canon EF-S lenses but this is also shown at our compatibility charts.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS M6 belongs to the Canon EOS M-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS M
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 10D
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS M6
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 10D can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS M6 can shoot up to 9 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 10D | 3 |
Canon EOS M6 | 9 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Canon EOS M6. Sadly, the Canon EOS 10D does not support this.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 10D weighs 875 gr (equal to 1.93 lb) which is 124% heavier than Canon EOS M6 and its 390 gr (or 0.86 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 10D | 875 gr 1.93 lb |
Canon EOS M6 | 390 gr 0.86 lb |
Canon EOS 10D vs Canon EOS M6 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 10D and Canon EOS M6, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 10D |
Canon EOS M6 |
Name | Canon EOS 10D | Canon EOS M6 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 10D |
Canon EOS M6 |
Release Year | 2003 | 2017 |
Release Date | 2003-02-27 | 2017-02-15 |
MSRP | 1999 USD | 779 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 10D |
Canon EOS M6 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 10D |
Canon EOS M6 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 3072 x 2048 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 6,3 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC | DIGIC 7 |
Image |
Canon EOS 10D |
Canon EOS M6 |
ISO Range | 100 - 3200 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (5-axis for video only) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 10D |
Canon EOS M6 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 7 | 49 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF-M See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 10D |
Canon EOS M6 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 1.8” | 3” |
Screen dots | 118000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic (Optional via Canon EVF-DC2) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.88× (0.55× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 10D |
Canon EOS M6 |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 9 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | 5 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 10D |
Canon EOS M6 |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 10D |
Canon EOS M6 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 10D |
Canon EOS M6 |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (802.11/b/g/n with Bluetooth and NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (N3 connector) | Yes (Wired, wireless, or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 10D |
Canon EOS M6 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
BP-511
|
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | N/A | 295 shots |
Width | 150 mm | 112 mm |
Height | 107 mm | 68 mm |
Depth | 75 mm | 45 mm |
Weight | 875 gram | 390 gram |