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Canon R vs Nikon Z6

Portability
62
Imaging
78
Features
88
Overall
82
Canon EOS R front
 
Nikon Z6 front
Portability
62
Imaging
75
Features
88
Overall
80

Canon R vs Nikon Z6 Key Specs

Canon R
(Full Review)
  • 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
Nikon Z6
(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
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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).

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Canon R over the Nikon Z6

 R Z6 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 over the Canon R

 Z6 R 

Common features in the Canon R and Nikon Z6

 R Z6 
IntroducedSeptember 2018August 2018Same age
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Screen dimensions3.2"3.2"Equal screen measurements
Screen resolution2100k2100kExact 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).

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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.

Canon R vs Nikon Z6 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R and Z6 is 62 and 62 respectively.

Canon R vs Nikon Z6 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Canon R vs Nikon Z6 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon R vs Nikon Z6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon R Portrait photography information
Nikon Z6 Portrait photography information
86
has manual focus
MP count high (30 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
85
has manual focus
MP count great (25 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
offers face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon R
Street photography with Nikon Z6
73
fully articulated screen
big sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
supports touch focus
weather proofing
very good ISO range (40,000)
no image stabilization
78
screen tilts
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
includes focus via touch
environment proofing
good ISO range (51,200)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon R
Sports photography with Nikon Z6
76
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
MP count high (30 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking autofocus
weather proofing
supports phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
bad battery life (370 shots)
81
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count great (25 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
offers tracking focus
environment proofing
has phase detect AF
terrible battery life (330 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Canon R Travel photography features
Nikon Z6 Travel photography features
73
weather proofing
supports bluetooth
supports touch focus
MP count high (30 megapixels)
selfie friendly display
bad battery life (370 per charge)
66
environment proofing
connects via bluetooth
includes focus via touch
MP count great (25 megapixels)
terrible battery life (330 CIPA)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Canon R Landscape photography features
Nikon Z6 Landscape photography features
77
has manual focus
switch lenses (Canon RF mount)
screen is a good size (3.2 inch)
MP count high (30MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
very good ISO range (40,000)
delivers RAW files
weather proofing
no image stabilization
bad battery life (370 CIPA)
81
has manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon Z mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count great (25 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
good ISO range (51,200)
delivers RAW files
environment proofing
terrible battery life (330 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon R Vlogging factors
Nikon Z6 Vlogging factors
73
selfie friendly display
touchscreen capability
comes with face detection autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
comes with external mic port
no image stabilization
36
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detect focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has microphone jack
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Canon R vs Nikon Z6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon R and Nikon Z6
 Canon EOS RNikon Z6
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