Canon 6D MII vs Canon R

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon 6D MII vs Canon R, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Canon. The sensor resolution of the 6D MII (26MP) and the R (30MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (Full frame).

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The 6D MII was released 14 months earlier than the R which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon 6D MII being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 6D MII matches up against the R in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 6D Mark II & Canon EOS R. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 6D MII Gallery & Canon R Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 6D MII enjoys exterior dimensions of 144mm x 111mm x 75mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) whilst the Canon R has proportions of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the 6D MII and the R.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6D MII and R is 59 and 62 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 6D MII and R.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon R to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older 6D MII is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.