Nikon D40x vs Canon EOS M6
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D40x and Canon EOS M6. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D40x is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS M6 is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D40x were released 2007 and Canon EOS M6 was released 2017. That is a 10 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D40x | 2007 |
Canon EOS M6 | 2017 |
Type of camera
Nikon D40x is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS M6 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D40x has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS M6 has a "Canon APS-C"-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 ** |
Nikon D40x | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS M6 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** 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 (Nikon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Nikon D40x has a 10 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS M6 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D40x |
10 MP
10036224 pixels 3872 x 2592 |
Canon EOS M6 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS M6 has a 139 % larger resolution than Nikon D40x. 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 D40x. Canon EOS M6 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Nikon D40x has 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D40x | 100-3200 |
Canon EOS M6 | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS M6 has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D40x does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D40x there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.
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 Nikon D40x
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS M6
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D40x can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS M6 can shoot up to 9 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D40x | 3 |
Canon EOS M6 | 9 |
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 Canon EOS M6. Sadly, the Nikon D40x 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 D40x weighs 522 gr (equal to 1.15 lb) which is 34% heavier than Canon EOS M6 and its 390 gr (or 0.86 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D40x | 522 gr 1.15 lb |
Canon EOS M6 | 390 gr 0.86 lb |
Nikon D40x vs Canon EOS M6 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D40x and Canon EOS M6, 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 |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS M6 |
Name | Nikon D40x | Canon EOS M6 |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS M6 |
Release Year | 2007 | 2017 |
Release Date | 2007-03-06 | 2017-02-15 |
MSRP | 729 USD | 779 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS M6 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS M6 |
Sensor Size |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CCD | CMOS |
Resolution | 3872 x 2592 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 10 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED | DIGIC 7 |
Image |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS M6 |
ISO Range | 100 - 3200 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (5-axis for video only) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS M6 |
Autofocus Motor | No | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 3 | 49 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF-M See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
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 |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS M6 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 2,5” | 3” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic (Optional via Canon EVF-DC2) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS M6 |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 9 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 17 meters | 5 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS M6 |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS M6 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS M6 |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (802.11/b/g/n with Bluetooth and NFC) |
Remote Control |
Yes (Optional (ML-L3))
|
Yes (Wired, wireless, or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS M6 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Nikon EN-EL9 Lithium-Ion & charger included
|
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 520 shots | 295 shots |
Width | 124 mm | 112 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 68 mm |
Depth | 64 mm | 45 mm |
Weight | 522 gram | 390 gram |