• 35mm 855.6mm2
  • 20.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600
  • Medium format 1,350.0mm2
  • 64.0 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 50,000

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Differences

Canon 6D advantages over Leica S3

  • Lens selection
    Excellent vs Limited
    Better lens selection gives you more options
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 6.54 vs 4.59 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • More AF points
    11 vs 1
    More AF points improve autofocus
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    4.4 fps vs 3.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Faster RAW shooting
    4.4 fps vs 3.0 fps
    Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
  • Bigger RAW buffer
    17 vs 6 shots
    Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)
  • Higher extended ISO
    102400 vs 50000 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Leica S3 advantages over Canon 6D

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Larger sensor
    Medium format vs 35mm
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (DCI) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Newer
    5 years vs 12 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • More viewfinder magnification
    1.09x vs 0.71x
    Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
  • More pixels
    64.0 vs 20.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    125 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    Unlimited vs 1250 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in GPS
    Both provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Both provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Pentaprism viewfinder
    Both provide
    Much better viewfinder picture fidelity
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

  • Excellent image quality on par to more expensive full-frame DSLRs (including the 5D Mark III); Responsive all-around performer; Superior HD video-shooting chops; Built-in Wi-Fi with remote control and sharing features, Built-in GPS and geotagging.

  • Lacks a built-in, pop-up flash; No external headphone jack; Rather basic 11-point autofocus system; Mediocre burst speed.

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The Competition

Compared to Canon 5D Mark III

Canon 6D
Canon 5D Mark III
  • $1699
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $2799
  • 35mm
  • More cross-type AF points
  • Less shutter lag

Compare Canon 6D vs Canon 5D Mark III

Leica S3
Canon 5D Mark III
  • $19
  • Medium format
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $2799
  • 35mm
  • Lens selection
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Leica S3 vs Canon 5D Mark III

Compared to Nikon D610

Canon 6D
Nikon D610
  • $1699
  • 35mm
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Built-in GPS
  • $1198
  • 35mm
  • Fast startup
  • Higher effective ISO

Compare Canon 6D vs Nikon D610

Leica S3
Nikon D610
  • $19
  • Medium format
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $1198
  • 35mm
  • Lens selection
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Leica S3 vs Nikon D610

Compared to Canon 7D Mark II

Canon 6D
Canon 7D Mark II
  • $1699
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1597
  • APS-C
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Canon 6D vs Canon 7D Mark II

Leica S3
Canon 7D Mark II
  • $19
  • Medium format
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $1597
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compare Leica S3 vs Canon 7D Mark II

Compared to Nikon D600

Canon 6D
Nikon D600
  • $1699
  • 35mm
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Built-in GPS
  • $1900
  • 35mm
  • Fast startup
  • Higher effective ISO

Compare Canon 6D vs Nikon D600

Leica S3
Nikon D600
  • $19
  • Medium format
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking
  • $1900
  • 35mm
  • Lens selection
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Leica S3 vs Nikon D600

Compared to Nikon D750

Canon 6D
Nikon D750
  • $1699
  • 35mm
  • Built-in GPS
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
  • $1698
  • 35mm
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Higher effective ISO

Compare Canon 6D vs Nikon D750

Leica S3
Nikon D750
  • $19
  • Medium format
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $1698
  • 35mm
  • Lens selection
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Leica S3 vs Nikon D750

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