Canon EOS Kiss X2 vs Nikon D6

This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss X2 and Nikon D6. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Canon EOS Kiss X2 is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D6 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.

Canon EOS Kiss X2 were released 2008 and Nikon D6 was released 2020. That is a 12 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Canon EOS Kiss X2 2008
Nikon D6 2020

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS Kiss X2 has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D6 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Canon EOS Kiss X2 80 mm
Canon APS-C sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6
Nikon D6 50 mm
Full-frame sensor
No crop factor/focal length multiplier

** 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)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)

Resolution

Canon EOS Kiss X2 has a 12,2 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D6 has 21 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Canon EOS Kiss X2 12,2 MP
12166656 pixels
4272 x 2848
Nikon D6 21 MP
20668416 pixels
5568 x 3712

Nikon D6 has a 70 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss X2. 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

Nikon D6 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss X2. Nikon D6 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 102400 while Canon EOS Kiss X2 has 100 to 1600.

Camera ISO Range
Canon EOS Kiss X2 100-1600
Nikon D6 100-102400

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.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss X2
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D6

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Kiss X2 can shoot up to 3,5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D6 can shoot up to 14 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Canon EOS Kiss X2 3,5
Nikon D6 14

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 Nikon D6. Sadly, the Canon EOS Kiss X2 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.

Nikon D6 weighs 1270 gr (equal to 2.8 lb) which is 142% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss X2 and its 524 gr (or 1.16 lb).

Camera Weight
Canon EOS Kiss X2 524 gr
1.16 lb
Nikon D6 1270 gr
2.8 lb

Canon EOS Kiss X2 vs Nikon D6 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss X2 and Nikon D6, 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 Kiss X2
Nikon D6
Name Canon EOS Kiss X2 Nikon D6
Manufacturer Canon Nikon
Release Date and Price
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Nikon D6
Release Year 2008 2020
Release Date 2008-01-24 2019-09-04
MSRP 799 USD 6499 USD
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Camera Type
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Nikon D6
Camera Type DSLR DSLR
Sensor
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Nikon D6
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm)
Also known as "FX"
Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Resolution 4272 x 2848 pixels 5568 x 3712 pixels
Megapixels 12,2 MP 21 MP
Image Processor DIGIC 3 EXPEED 6
Image
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Nikon D6
ISO Range 100 - 1600 100 - 102400
White Balance Presets 6 12
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Nikon D6
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 9 105
Lens Mount Canon EF
Canon EF-S

See Compatible Lenses
Nikon F

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
FX (Full frame)
No multiplier
Example:
24 mm remains 24 mm
50 mm remains 50 mm
100 mm remains 100 mm
200 mm remains 200 mm
Screen & Viewfinder
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Nikon D6
Articulated LCD Fixed Fixed
Screen size 3” 3.2”
Screen dots 230000 2359000
Touch screen No Yes
Screen type TFT LCD TFT LCD
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage 95% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.87× (0.54× 35mm equiv.) 0.72x
Viewfinder Resolution N/A 0
Photography features
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Nikon D6
Frames per second 3,5 fps 14 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 900 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes No
Built-in Flash Range 13 meters N/A
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes Yes
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Partial
Multi
Center Weighted
Highlight Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps)
Videography features
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Nikon D6
Video recording No Yes
Video format N/A MPEG4
H.264
Video resolution N/A 1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
Built-in Microphone No Yes
Built-in Speakers No Yes
Storage
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Nikon D6
Memory Card SD/SDHC
Compact Flash Express
XQD
Connectivity
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Nikon D6
HDMI Output No Yes
Microphone Port No Yes
Headphone Port No Yes
Wireless No Yes
Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth)
Remote Control Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) Yes (Wired or smartphone)
GPS No Yes
Built-in
Body & Dimensions
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Nikon D6
Enviromentally sealed No Yes
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Battery Pack LP-E5
EN-EL18c lithium-ion battery & charager
Battery Life (CIPA) N/A 3580 shots
Width 129 mm 160 mm
Height 98 mm 163 mm
Depth 62 mm 92 mm
Weight 524 gram 1270 gram