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Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z9

Portability
61 Imaging
78 Features
92 Overall
83
Canon EOS R6 Mark II front
 
Nikon Z9 front
Portability
51 Imaging
81 Features
90 Overall
84

Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z9 Key Specs

Canon R6 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • 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
  • Released November 2022
  • Old Model is Canon R6
Nikon Z9
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 1340g - 149 x 150 x 91mm
  • Announced October 2021
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Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z9 Overview

Below, we are comparing the Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z9, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the R6 II (24MP) and Z9 (46MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The R6 II was launched 13 months later than the Z9 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the R6 II matches up vs the Z9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon R6 II over the Nikon Z9

		

		

			
 R6 II Z9 
AnnouncedNovember 2022October 2021More recent by 13 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen  Easy selfies
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Nikon Z9 over the Canon R6 II

		

		

			
 Z9 R6 II 
Display dimension3.2"3.00"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2089k1620kCrisper display (+469k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Canon R6 II and Nikon Z9

		

		

			
 R6 II Z9 
Focus manually  Dial exact focusing
Touch display  Easily navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z9 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon R6 II comes with outer measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Nikon Z9 has measurements of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") having a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).
Check out the Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the R6 II versus the Z9.
Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z9 size comparison
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the R6 II and Z9 is 61 and 51 respectively.
Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z9 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z9 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Often, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the R6 II and Z9.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon Z9 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 22 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher R6 II provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
	
			Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z9 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z9 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Canon R6 II Portrait photography highlights
Nikon Z9 Portrait photography highlights
86
 you can focus manually
 sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 offers face detect focusing
 delivers RAW files
88
 you can focus manually
 resolution is excellent (46 megapixels)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 includes face detection focus
 supports RAW files
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Street Comparison
Canon R6 II Street photography factors
Nikon Z9 Street photography factors
78
 screen articulates fully
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 delivers RAW files
 features focus via touch
 weather proof
 great high ISO (102,400)
70
 has a tilting screen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 supports RAW files
 offers touch focus
 weather sealing
 good high ISO (25,600)
 heavier than average (1,340g)
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Sports Comparison
Canon R6 II Sports photography advice
Nikon Z9 Sports photography advice
83
 great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
 silent shooting (1/16,000s)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 offers tracking focus
 weather proof
 supports phase detect AF
 bad battery life (360 CIPA)
90
 quiet shooting (1/32,000s)
 high max frames per second (30.0 frames per second)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 resolution is excellent (46MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 includes tracking autofocus
 weather sealing
 great battery pack (740 per charge)
 sensor has phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison
Canon R6 II Travel photography information
Nikon Z9 Travel photography information
73
 weather proof
 connects via bluetooth
 features focus via touch
 sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
 screen is selfie friendly
 bad battery life (360 per charge)
65
 great battery pack (740 shots)
 weather sealing
 supports bluetooth
 offers touch focus
 resolution is excellent (46 megapixels)
 heavier than average (1,340 grams)
 does not contain selfie friendly display
Photography Glossary
Landscape Comparison
Landscape photography with Canon R6 II
Landscape photography with Nikon Z9
82
 you can focus manually
 change lenses (Canon RF mount)
 screen is a decent size (3.00")
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 great high ISO (102,400)
 delivers RAW files
 weather proof
 2 card slots
 bad battery life (360 shots)
87
 you can focus manually
 switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 screen size is good (3.2 inches)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 resolution is excellent (46MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 good high ISO (25,600)
 supports RAW files
 weather sealing
 great battery pack (740 CIPA)
 has dual storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison
Canon R6 II Vlogging features
Nikon Z9 Vlogging features
80
 screen is selfie friendly
 built-in touchscreen
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 offers face detect focusing
 video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
 comes with microphone support
32
 touchscreen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 includes face detection focus
 high quality video (7680 x 4320 pixels)
 includes external mic jack
 does not contain selfie friendly display
 heavier than average (1,340 grams)
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Canon R6 II vs Nikon Z9 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Canon R6 II and Nikon Z9
 Canon EOS R6 Mark IINikon Z9
General Information
Make Canon Nikon
Model Canon EOS R6 Mark II Nikon Z9
Type Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2022-11-02 2021-10-28
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS Stacked CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 864.0mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 46 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 8256 x 5504
Maximum native ISO 102400 25600
Maximum enhanced ISO 204800 102400
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW support    
Min enhanced ISO 50 32
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Touch focus    
Autofocus continuous    
Single autofocus    
Tracking autofocus    
Selective autofocus    
Autofocus center weighted    
Multi area autofocus    
Autofocus live view    
Face detect focus    
Contract detect focus    
Phase detect focus    
Number of focus points 4897 493
Cross focus points 1053 -
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon RF Nikon Z
Number of lenses 35 29
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Range of display Fully Articulated Tilting
Display sizing 3.00 inch 3.2 inch
Display resolution 1,620k dot 2,089k dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch functionality    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dot 3,686k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x 0.8x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 900 secs
Max shutter speed 1/8000 secs -
Max quiet shutter speed 1/16000 secs 1/32000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 12.0fps 30.0fps
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual exposure    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options no built-in flash Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync Off
Hot shoe    
AEB    
White balance bracketing    
Max flash sync 1/250 secs 1/200 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering    
Average metering    
Spot metering    
Partial metering    
AF area metering    
Center weighted metering    
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 7680 x 4320 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, L
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 7680x4320
Video format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 H.264, H.265
Mic input    
Headphone input    
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 Built-in
Physical
Environment seal    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 680g (1.50 lb) 1340g (2.95 lb)
Dimensions 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") 149 x 150 x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 shots 740 shots
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model LP-E6NH EN-EL18d
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature    
Storage media Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) Dual CFexpress Type B slots
Storage slots Dual Dual
Price at release $2,499 $5,500