Canon EOS M6 vs Nikon D700
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS M6 and Nikon D700. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS M6 is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D700 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS M6 were released 2017 and Nikon D700 was released 2008. That is a 9 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS M6 | 2017 |
Nikon D700 | 2008 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS M6 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D700 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS M6 has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D700 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 M6 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Nikon D700 | 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 M6 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D700 has 12,1 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS M6 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon D700 |
12,1 MP
12052992 pixels 4256 x 2832 |
Canon EOS M6 has a 99 % larger resolution than Nikon D700. 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 Nikon D700. Canon EOS M6 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Nikon D700 has 200 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS M6 | 100-25600 |
Nikon D700 | 200-25600 |
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 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 M6
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D700
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS M6 can shoot up to 9 pictures per seconds and Nikon D700 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS M6 | 9 |
Nikon D700 | 8 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Canon EOS M6. Unfortunately Nikon D700 does not support recording movies and movie clips.
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 D700 weighs 1074 gr (equal to 2.37 lb) which is 175% heavier than Canon EOS M6 and its 390 gr (or 0.86 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS M6 | 390 gr 0.86 lb |
Nikon D700 | 1074 gr 2.37 lb |
Canon EOS M6 vs Nikon D700 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS M6 and Nikon D700, 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 M6 |
Nikon D700 |
Name | Canon EOS M6 | Nikon D700 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS M6 |
Nikon D700 |
Release Year | 2017 | 2008 |
Release Date | 2017-02-15 | 2008-07-01 |
MSRP | 779 USD | 2999 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS M6 |
Nikon D700 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS M6 |
Nikon D700 |
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 | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 4256 x 2832 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 12,1 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 7 | EXPEED |
Image |
Canon EOS M6 |
Nikon D700 |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 200 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (5-axis for video only) |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS M6 |
Nikon D700 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous LiveView |
Focus Points | 49 | 51 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF-M 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 M6 |
Nikon D700 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 922000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic (Optional via Canon EVF-DC2) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.72× | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS M6 |
Nikon D700 |
Frames per second | 9 fps | 8 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 5 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS M6 |
Nikon D700 |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Canon EOS M6 |
Nikon D700 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS M6 |
Nikon D700 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11/b/g/n with Bluetooth and NFC) |
No |
Remote Control | Yes (Wired, wireless, or smartphone) | Optional |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional through GP-1 |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS M6 |
Nikon D700 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion EN-EL3e rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 295 shots | 1000 shots |
Width | 112 mm | 147 mm |
Height | 68 mm | 123 mm |
Depth | 45 mm | 77 mm |
Weight | 390 gram | 1074 gram |