Canon 90D vs Canon R6

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon 90D and Canon R6, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both manufactured by Canon. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the 90D (33MP) and R6 (20MP) and the 90D (APS-C) and R6 (Full frame) feature different sensor measurements.

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The 90D was unveiled 10 months earlier than the R6 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon 90D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon R6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the 90D scores against the R6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 90D & Canon EOS R6. The full galleries are available at Canon 90D Gallery & Canon R6 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 90D comes with external measurements of 141mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 701 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Canon R6 has measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 90D and the R6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 90D and R6 is 60 and 61 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 90D and R6.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 90D with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Canon 90D will offer greater detail having an extra 13MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged 90D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.