Canon R vs Nikon Z6
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Canon R vs Nikon Z6 Key Specs
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- 30MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 40000 (Raise to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 660g - 136 x 98 x 84mm
- Announced September 2018
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Introduced August 2018
- Later Model is Nikon Z6 II
Canon R vs Nikon Z6 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon R versus Nikon Z6, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the R (30MP) and the Z6 (25MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (Full frame).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe R was announced about the same time to the Z6 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the R scores versus the Z6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon R vs Nikon Z6 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R & Nikon Z6. The whole galleries are available at Canon R Gallery & Nikon Z6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R over the Nikon Z6
R | Z6 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 over the Canon R
Z6 | R |
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Common features in the Canon R and Nikon Z6
R | Z6 | |||
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Introduced | September 2018 | August 2018 | Same age | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equal screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 2100k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon R vs Nikon Z6 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon R enjoys outer measurements of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Nikon Z6 has sizing of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).
Examine the Canon R versus Nikon Z6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the R versus the Z6.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R and Z6 is 62 and 62 respectively.
Canon R vs Nikon Z6 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the R and Z6.
All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon R to show more detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.
Canon R vs Nikon Z6 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
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Canon R vs Nikon Z6 Specifications
Canon EOS R | Nikon Z6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS R | Nikon Z6 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2018-09-05 | 2018-08-23 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed 6 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 30 megapixels | 25 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6720 x 4480 | 6048 x 4024 |
Max native ISO | 40000 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 5655 | 273 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Nikon Z |
Total lenses | 17 | 15 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,100k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 3,690k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.8x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 480 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (with LP-E6N only) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 660 gr (1.46 pounds) | 675 gr (1.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 136 x 98 x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 89 | 95 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.5 | 25.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.5 | 14.3 |
DXO Low light score | 2742 | 3299 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | 330 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD card (UHS-II supported) | XQD card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $2,299 | $1,997 |