Canon R6 vs Nikon Z fc
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Canon R6 vs Nikon Z fc Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Boost 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
- Released July 2020
- Updated by Canon R6 II
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- 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
Canon R6 vs Nikon Z fc Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Canon R6 vs Nikon Z fc, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the R6 (20MP) and the Z fc (21MP) is fairly comparable but the R6 (Full frame) and Z fc (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe R6 was launched 11 months prior to the Z fc so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the R6 matches up versus the Z fc for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon R6 vs Nikon Z fc Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R6 and Nikon Z fc. The complete galleries are provided at Canon R6 Gallery and Nikon Z fc Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R6 over the Nikon Z fc
R6 | Z fc | |||
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Display resolution | 1620k | 1040k | Sharper display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Canon R6
Z fc | R6 | |||
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Introduced | June 2021 | July 2020 | Fresher by 11 months |
Common features in the Canon R6 and Nikon Z fc
R6 | Z fc | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Canon R6 vs Nikon Z fc Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon R6 comes with physical dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") accompanied by 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).
See the Canon R6 vs Nikon Z fc in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the R6 compared to the Z fc.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the R6 and Z fc is 61 and 79 respectively.
Canon R6 vs Nikon Z fc Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R6 and Z fc.
As you have seen, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R6 due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z fc will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older R6 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon R6 vs Nikon Z fc Specifications
Canon EOS R6 | Nikon Z fc | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS R6 | Nikon Z fc |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-07-09 | 2021-06-28 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic X | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 21MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5568 x 3712 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 6072 | 209 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon RF | Nikon Z |
Number of lenses | 17 | 21 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,620 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
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 | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840x2160 (60p/30p/23.98p) |1920x1080 (120p/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680 grams (1.50 pounds) | 445 grams (0.98 pounds) |
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 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 pictures | 300 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6NH | EN-EL25 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $2,499 | $949 |