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Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z5

Portability
61
Imaging
78
Features
92
Overall
83
Canon EOS R6 Mark II front
 
Nikon Z5 front
Portability
62
Imaging
76
Features
86
Overall
80

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z5 Key Specs

Canon R6 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 102400 (Expand to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon RF Mount
  • 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
  • Released November 2022
  • Earlier Model is Canon R6
Nikon Z5
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
  • Launched July 2020
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Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z5 Overview

Below is a extensive review of the Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z5, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the R6 II (24MP) and the Z5 (24MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The R6 II was released 2 years later than the Z5 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the R6 II grades versus the Z5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon R6 II over the Nikon Z5

 R6 II Z5 
LaunchedNovember 2022July 2020More recent by 28 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen resolution1620k1040kClearer screen (+580k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Canon R6 II

 Z5 R6 II 
Screen size3.2"3.00"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Common features in the Canon R6 II and Nikon Z5

 R6 II Z5 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z5 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon R6 II comes with exterior dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z5 has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Look at the Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the R6 II compared to the Z5.

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z5 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R6 II and Z5 is 61 and 62 respectively.

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z5 top view buttons comparison

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z5 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual here will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R6 II and Z5.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger R6 II should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z5 sensor size comparison

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z5 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon R6 II Portrait photography details
Nikon Z5 Portrait photography details
86
has manual focus
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
85
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
offers face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Canon R6 II as a Street photography camera
Nikon Z5 as a Street photography camera
78
screen articulates fully
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
features focus via touch
environment sealing
good high ISO (102,400)
74
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
includes touch focus
environment sealing
great high ISO (51,200)
heavier than competition in class (675 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon R6 II
Sports photography with Nikon Z5
83
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shooting (1/16,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
environment sealing
supports phase detect autofocus
terrible battery (360 CIPA)
82
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
offers tracking focus
environment sealing
better than average battery pack (470 per charge)
has phase detect AF
painfully slow continuous shooting (4.5 frames per second)
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Travel Comparison

Canon R6 II Travel photography advice
Nikon Z5 Travel photography advice
73
environment sealing
has bluetooth
features focus via touch
decent MP (24MP)
display is selfie friendly
terrible battery (360 per charge)
68
better than average battery pack (470 per charge)
environment sealing
supports bluetooth
includes touch focus
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
heavier than competition in class (675 grams)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Canon R6 II Landscape photography details
Nikon Z5 Landscape photography details
82
has manual focus
change lenses (Canon RF mount)
nice screen size (3.00 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
good high ISO (102,400)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
has dual storage slots
terrible battery (360 shots)
86
has manual focus
change lenses (Nikon Z mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
great high ISO (51,200)
supports RAW formats
environment sealing
better than average battery pack (470 CIPA)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon R6 II
Vlogging with Nikon Z5
80
display is selfie friendly
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detect autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
comes with mic jack
34
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detect focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has mic support
does not offer selfie friendly screen
heavier than competition in class (675g)
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Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon R6 II and Nikon Z5
 Canon EOS R6 Mark IINikon Z5
General Information
Make Canon Nikon
Model type Canon EOS R6 Mark II Nikon Z5
Class Pro Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2022-11-02 2020-07-20
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Expeed 6
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 6016 x 4016
Max native ISO 102400 51200
Max enhanced ISO 204800 102400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Lowest enhanced ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 4897 273
Cross type focus points 1053 -
Lens
Lens mount type Canon RF Nikon Z
Total lenses 35 15
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Tilting
Screen size 3.00" 3.2"
Resolution of screen 1,620k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots 3,690k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x 0.8x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Max silent shutter speed 1/16000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 12.0 frames per second 4.5 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 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
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/250 seconds 1/200 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 PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max 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) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 680 gr (1.50 lb) 675 gr (1.49 lb)
Physical dimensions 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 360 photos 470 photos
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LP-E6NH EN-EL15c
Self timer Yes Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible)
Card slots Two Two
Launch price $2,499 $1,399