Canon 5D vs Canon R6

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon 5D vs Canon R6, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are built by Canon. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the 5D (13MP) and R6 (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (Full frame).

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The 5D was brought out 15 years before the R6 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 5D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon R6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the 5D matches up vs the R6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5D & Canon EOS R6. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 5D Gallery & Canon R6 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 5D has got exterior dimensions of 152mm x 113mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Canon R6 has sizing of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the 5D and the R6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 5D and R6 is 55 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The graphic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D and R6.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon R6 to give more detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older 5D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.