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Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z fc

Portability
61
Imaging
78
Features
92
Overall
83
Canon EOS R6 Mark II front
 
Nikon Z fc front
Portability
79
Imaging
69
Features
80
Overall
73

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z fc Key Specs

Canon R6 II
(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
  • Revealed November 2022
  • Replaced the Canon R6
Nikon Z fc
(Full Review)
  • 21MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
  • Introduced June 2021
Photography Glossary

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z fc Overview

Here, we will be looking at the Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z fc, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the R6 II (24MP) and the Z fc (21MP) is pretty well matched but the R6 II (Full frame) and Z fc (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The R6 II was introduced 17 months later than the Z fc which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the R6 II grades versus the Z fc in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon R6 II over the Nikon Z fc

 R6 II Z fc 
IntroducedNovember 2022June 2021Fresher by 17 months
Screen resolution1620k1040kClearer screen (+580k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Canon R6 II

 Z fc R6 II 

Common features in the Canon R6 II and Nikon Z fc

 R6 II Z fc 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated screen
Screen size3.00"3"Same screen dimensions
Selfie screen Both good for selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z fc Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon R6 II enjoys exterior measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Nikon Z fc has dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the R6 II versus the Z fc.

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z fc size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R6 II and Z fc is 61 and 79 respectively.

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z fc top view buttons comparison

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z fc Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the R6 II and Z fc.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R6 II having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon R6 II will resolve extra detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher R6 II is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z fc sensor size comparison

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z fc Screen and ViewFinder

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z fc Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon R6 II
Portrait photography with Nikon Z fc
86
focusing manually
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
offers face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
81
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (21 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon R6 II Street photography factors
Nikon Z fc Street photography factors
78
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
features touch to focus
environment sealing
very good high ISO (102,400)
74
screen articulates fully
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
supports focus by touch
great ISO range (51,200)
no image stabilization
heavier than competition (445g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon R6 II Sports photography info
Nikon Z fc Sports photography info
83
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
silent shutter (1/16,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
offers tracking autofocus
environment sealing
supports phase detect autofocus
bad battery pack (360 CIPA)
67
sensor resolution is decent (21 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
supports phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
not so great battery power (300 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Canon R6 II Travel photography information
Nikon Z fc Travel photography information
73
environment sealing
supports bluetooth
features touch to focus
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
display is selfie friendly
bad battery pack (360 per charge)
72
has bluetooth
supports focus by touch
sensor resolution is decent (21 megapixels)
selfie friendly display
not so great battery power (300 CIPA)
heavier than competition (445g)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon R6 II Landscape photography info
Nikon Z fc Landscape photography info
82
focusing manually
swap lenses (Canon RF mount)
pretty good screen size (3.00 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
very good high ISO (102,400)
supports RAW formats
environment sealing
has double storage slots
bad battery pack (360 per charge)
75
manual focus
change lenses (Nikon Z mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (21MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
great ISO range (51,200)
exports RAW files
no image stabilization
not so great battery power (300 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon R6 II Vlogging info
Nikon Z fc Vlogging info
80
display is selfie friendly
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detection autofocus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with external microphone port
73
selfie friendly display
touchscreen capability
features face detection autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
comes with external mic support
no image stabilization
heavier than competition (445 grams)
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Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z fc Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon R6 II and Nikon Z fc
 Canon EOS R6 Mark IINikon Z fc
General Information
Brand Canon Nikon
Model Canon EOS R6 Mark II Nikon Z fc
Category Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2022-11-02 2021-06-28
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 864.0mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 21 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 6000 x 4000 5568 x 3712
Highest native ISO 102400 51200
Highest boosted ISO 204800 204800
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Lowest boosted ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 4897 209
Cross focus points 1053 -
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon RF Nikon Z
Amount of lenses 35 21
Crop factor 1 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3.00 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 1,620 thousand dots 1,040 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dots 2,360 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x 0.68x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Highest silent shutter speed 1/16000 seconds -
Continuous shooting rate 12.0 frames per sec 11.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/250 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
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 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 680 gr (1.50 lbs) 445 gr (0.98 lbs)
Physical dimensions 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 360 pictures 300 pictures
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model LP-E6NH EN-EL25
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported)
Card slots Dual 1
Pricing at launch $2,499 $949