Canon R6 vs Sony A9 II
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Canon R6 vs Sony A9 II Key Specs
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- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Raise 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
- Announced July 2020
- Newer Model is Canon R6 II
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 678g - 129 x 96 x 76mm
- Revealed October 2019
- Superseded the Sony A9
Canon R6 vs Sony A9 II Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon R6 versus Sony A9 II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the R6 (20MP) and the A9 II (24MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (Full frame).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe R6 was released 10 months later than the A9 II so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the R6 grades versus the A9 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon R6 vs Sony A9 II Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R6 & Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon R6 Gallery & Sony A9 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R6 over the Sony A9 II
R6 | A9 II | |||
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Revealed | July 2020 | October 2019 | Fresher by 10 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1620k | 1440k | Sharper screen (+180k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony A9 II over the Canon R6
A9 II | R6 |
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Common features in the Canon R6 and Sony A9 II
R6 | A9 II | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon R6 vs Sony A9 II Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon R6 offers exterior 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) whilst the Sony A9 II has proportions of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Examine the Canon R6 versus Sony A9 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the R6 against the A9 II.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the R6 and A9 II is 61 and 62 respectively.
Canon R6 vs Sony A9 II Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The graphic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R6 and A9 II.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony A9 II to render greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer R6 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon R6 vs Sony A9 II Specifications
Canon EOS R6 | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS R6 | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-07-09 | 2019-10-03 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic X | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 6072 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon RF | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 17 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,620k dot | 1,440k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 3,686k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 680 grams (1.50 lbs) | 678 grams (1.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") | 129 x 96 x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | 690 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6NH | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Retail cost | $2,499 | $4,498 |