Canon R6 II vs Nikon 1 V2
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Canon R6 II vs Nikon 1 V2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
- Announced November 2022
- Replaced the Canon R6
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
- Revealed October 2012
- Replaced the Nikon 1 V1
- Refreshed by Nikon 1 V3

Canon R6 II vs Nikon 1 V2 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Canon R6 II versus Nikon 1 V2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the R6 II (24MP) and 1 V2 (14MP) and the R6 II (Full frame) and 1 V2 (1") come with different sensor sizing.

The R6 II was brought out 10 years after the 1 V2 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the R6 II matches up vs the 1 V2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon R6 II vs Nikon 1 V2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R6 Mark II and Nikon 1 V2. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R6 II Gallery and Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R6 II over the Nikon 1 V2
R6 II | 1 V2 | |||
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Revealed | November 2022 | ![]() | October 2012 | Newer by 123 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+699k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Canon R6 II
1 V2 | R6 II |
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Common features in the Canon R6 II and Nikon 1 V2
R6 II | 1 V2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Canon R6 II vs Nikon 1 V2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon R6 II features physical measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V2 has measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") having a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).
Check out the Canon R6 II versus Nikon 1 V2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the R6 II compared to the 1 V2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the R6 II and 1 V2 is 61 and 85 respectively.

Canon R6 II vs Nikon 1 V2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The picture here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the R6 II and 1 V2.
As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The R6 II because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Canon R6 II will provide you with more detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern R6 II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon R6 II vs Nikon 1 V2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R6 II vs Nikon 1 V2 Specifications
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | Nikon 1 V2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS R6 Mark II | Nikon 1 V2 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2022-11-02 | 2012-10-24 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed 3A |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3072 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 4897 | 73 |
Cross focus points | 1053 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon RF | Nikon 1 |
Total lenses | 35 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.00" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,620k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per sec | 15.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 680 grams (1.50 lbs) | 278 grams (0.61 lbs) |
Dimensions | 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") | 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 403 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 pictures | 310 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6NH | EN-EL21 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Price at release | $2,499 | $599 |