Canon R6 vs Nikon 1 V2
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Canon R6 vs Nikon 1 V2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
- Launched July 2020
- Renewed by Canon R6 II
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
- Announced October 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon 1 V1
- Newer Model is Nikon 1 V3

Canon R6 vs Nikon 1 V2 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon R6 and Nikon 1 V2, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the R6 (20MP) and 1 V2 (14MP) and the R6 (Full frame) and 1 V2 (1") have different sensor sizing.

The R6 was revealed 7 years after the 1 V2 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the R6 matches up against the 1 V2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon R6 vs Nikon 1 V2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R6 & Nikon 1 V2. The full galleries are available at Canon R6 Gallery & Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R6 over the Nikon 1 V2
R6 | 1 V2 | |||
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Announced | July 2020 | ![]() | October 2012 | Newer by 94 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+699k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Canon R6
1 V2 | R6 |
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Common features in the Canon R6 and Nikon 1 V2
R6 | 1 V2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Canon R6 vs Nikon 1 V2 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon R6 features outer dimensions 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 dimensions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon R6 and Nikon 1 V2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the R6 and the 1 V2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R6 and 1 V2 is 61 and 85 respectively.

Canon R6 vs Nikon 1 V2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the R6 and 1 V2.
Clearly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The R6 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon R6 will offer more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher R6 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon R6 vs Nikon 1 V2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R6 vs Nikon 1 V2 Specifications
Canon EOS R6 | Nikon 1 V2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS R6 | Nikon 1 V2 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-07-09 | 2012-10-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic X | Expeed 3A |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3072 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 6072 | 73 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon RF | Nikon 1 |
Available lenses | 17 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,620k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 15.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840x2160 (60p/30p/23.98p) |1920x1080 (120p/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) | 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 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680 gr (1.50 lb) | 278 gr (0.61 lb) |
Physical 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 rating | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 403 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photographs | 310 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6NH | EN-EL21 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Launch price | $2,499 | $599 |