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Canon R6 vs Nikon Z6 II

Portability
61
Imaging
74
Features
90
Overall
80
Canon EOS R6 front
 
Nikon Z6 Mark II front
Portability
61
Imaging
77
Features
89
Overall
81

Canon R6 vs Nikon Z6 II Key Specs

Canon R6
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 102400 (Bump to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon RF Mount
  • 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
  • Released July 2020
  • Later Model is Canon R6 II
Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
  • Revealed October 2020
  • Earlier Model is Nikon Z6
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Canon R6 vs Nikon Z6 II Overview

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Canon R6 versus Nikon Z6 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the R6 (20MP) and the Z6 II (25MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (Full frame).

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The R6 was unveiled 3 months prior to the Z6 II so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the R6 matches up versus the Z6 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon R6 over the Nikon Z6 II

 R6 Z6 II 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Canon R6

 Z6 II R6 
Screen dimensions3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k1620kSharper screen (+480k dot)

Common features in the Canon R6 and Nikon Z6 II

 R6 Z6 II 
RevealedJuly 2020October 2020Similar age
Manual focus Dial accurate focus
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Canon R6 vs Nikon Z6 II Physical Comparison

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon R6 has exterior dimensions 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 Z6 II has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the R6 and the Z6 II.

Canon R6 vs Nikon Z6 II size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R6 and Z6 II is 61 and 61 respectively.

Canon R6 vs Nikon Z6 II top view buttons comparison

Canon R6 vs Nikon Z6 II Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The graphic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the R6 and Z6 II.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon Z6 II to resolve more detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.

Canon R6 vs Nikon Z6 II sensor size comparison

Canon R6 vs Nikon Z6 II Screen and ViewFinder

Canon R6 vs Nikon Z6 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon R6
Portrait photography with Nikon Z6 II
84
manual focus
resolution is good (20MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
offers face detect focus
delivers RAW formats
86
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is excellent (25MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detect focus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon R6 Street photography features
Nikon Z6 II Street photography features
78
screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
features focus via touch
environment sealing
very good high ISO (102,400)
78
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
includes touch focus
weather proofing
great high ISO (51,200)
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Sports Comparison

Canon R6 Sports photography highlights
Nikon Z6 II Sports photography highlights
81
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shooting (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
offers tracking focus
environment sealing
supports phase detect auto focus
bad battery life (360 per charge)
82
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is excellent (25 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
weather proofing
has phase detect auto focus
bad battery pack (410 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Canon R6 Travel photography info
Nikon Z6 II Travel photography info
67
environment sealing
supports bluetooth
features focus via touch
resolution is good (20MP)
screen is selfie friendly
missing Time Lapse recording
bad battery life (360 CIPA)
66
weather proofing
supports bluetooth
includes touch focus
sensor resolution is excellent (25 megapixels)
bad battery pack (410 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon R6 Landscape photography info
Nikon Z6 II Landscape photography info
78
manual focus
switch lenses (Canon RF mount)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (20MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
does not have anti aliasing filter
very good high ISO (102,400)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
has double storage slots
bad battery life (360 shots)
missing Time Lapse recording
82
you can focus manually
change lenses (Nikon Z mount)
screen is a decent size (3.2 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is excellent (25MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
great high ISO (51,200)
supports RAW files
weather proofing
2 card slots
bad battery pack (410 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon R6 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon Z6 II as a Vlogging camera
79
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detect focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
comes with mic port
36
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has mic support
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Canon R6 vs Nikon Z6 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon R6 and Nikon Z6 II
 Canon EOS R6Nikon Z6 Mark II
General Information
Company Canon Nikon
Model Canon EOS R6 Nikon Z6 Mark II
Class Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2020-07-09 2020-10-14
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Digic X -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-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 20MP 25MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 5472 x 3648 6048 x 4024
Maximum native ISO 102400 51200
Maximum enhanced ISO 204800 204800
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Min enhanced ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 6072 273
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon RF Nikon Z
Available lenses 17 15
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Tilting
Screen sizing 3 inches 3.2 inches
Screen resolution 1,620k dots 2,100k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder 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 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/8000 secs
Max silent shutter speed 1/8000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 12.0 frames per second 14.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options 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
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/200 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840x2160 (60p/​30p/​23.98p) |1920x1080 (120p/​60p/​50p/​30p/​25p/​24p/​23.98p) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum 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 Yes Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 680 gr (1.50 lbs) 705 gr (1.55 lbs)
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 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 410 shots
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model LP-E6NH -
Self timer Yes Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) CFexpress Type B / XQD
Card slots 2 2
Price at release $2,499 $1,997