• APS-C 337.5mm2
  • 32.5 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 2000.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon EOS M6 Mark II advantages over Nikon P950

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 3.23 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Thinner
    49 mm vs 149 mm
    Thinner
  • More pixels
    32.5 vs 16.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Longer exposure
    30 vs 5 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    14.0 fps vs 7.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    48 vs 10 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    51200 vs 12800 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Nikon P950 advantages over Canon EOS M6 Mark II

  • Less expensive
    $797* vs $1099
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/4000 vs 1/200 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Nikon P900

Canon EOS M6 Mark II
Nikon P900
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $697
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Canon EOS M6 Mark II vs Nikon P900

Nikon P950
Nikon P900
  • $797
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • RAW file ability
  • $697
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • NFC

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Compared to Fujifilm X-T100

Canon EOS M6 Mark II
Fujifilm X-T100
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Fast startup
  • $599
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive

Compare Canon EOS M6 Mark II vs Fujifilm X-T100

Nikon P950
Fujifilm X-T100
  • $797
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $599
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Nikon P950 vs Fujifilm X-T100

Compared to Nikon P1000

Canon EOS M6 Mark II
Nikon P1000
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $997
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Canon EOS M6 Mark II vs Nikon P1000

Nikon P950
Nikon P1000
  • $797
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Lighter weight
  • $997
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer exposure

Compare Nikon P950 vs Nikon P1000

Compared to Sony A6400

Canon EOS M6 Mark II
Sony A6400
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Fast startup
  • More pixels
  • $798
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive

Compare Canon EOS M6 Mark II vs Sony A6400

Nikon P950
Sony A6400
  • $797
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $798
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Nikon P950 vs Sony A6400

Compared to Sony A6100

Canon EOS M6 Mark II
Sony A6100
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • More pixels
  • Faster JPEG shooting
  • $673
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive

Compare Canon EOS M6 Mark II vs Sony A6100

Nikon P950
Sony A6100
  • $797
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $673
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

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