How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Nikon
Nikon D6 vs Canon EOS-1D X Mark III
Short AnswerCanon EOS-1D X Mark III wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionNikon D6
Autofocus PointsCanon EOS-1D X Mark III
Battery LifeNikon D6
WeightCanon EOS-1D X Mark III
Launch PriceCanon EOS-1D X Mark III
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A20.8
B20.1
Battery (Shots)
A3580
B2850
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A1450
B1440
AF Points
A105
B191
Form Factor
160 × 163 × 92 mm
158 × 167.6 × 82.6 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Nikon D6 If…
- Higher resolution (20.8 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- Higher battery life (3580 shots vs 2850 shots)
Choose Canon EOS-1D X Mark III If…
- Higher autofocus points (191 vs 105 )
- Lighter body (1440 g vs 1450 g)
- Costs less at launch ($6499 vs $6499.95)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Nikon D6 | Canon EOS-1D X Mark III |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 20.8 MP | 20.1 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 105 | 191 |
| Low-Light AF | -4.5 EV | -4 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 14 fps | — |
| Electronic Burst | — | 20 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical pentaprism | Optical pentaprism |
| LCD Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| LCD Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 4K 30p | — |
| Internal Color | 8-bit 4:2:0 | — |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1450 g | 1440 g |
| Card Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 3580 Shots | 2850 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Price | 6499.95 | 6499 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.