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Canon R6 vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
61
Imaging
74
Features
90
Overall
80
Canon EOS R6 front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
67
Features
89
Overall
75

Canon R6 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Canon R6
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 102400 (Expand 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
  • Launched July 2020
  • Replacement is Canon R6 II
Sony ZV-E1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Increase to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 1920 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
  • Released March 2023
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Canon R6 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

In this article, we are comparing the Canon R6 vs Sony ZV-E1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the R6 (20MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The R6 was revealed 3 years prior to the ZV-E1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon R6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the R6 grades versus the ZV-E1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon R6 over the Sony ZV-E1

 R6 ZV-E1 
Display resolution1620k1037kSharper display (+583k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Canon R6

 ZV-E1 R6 
ReleasedMarch 2023July 2020More recent by 33 months

Common features in the Canon R6 and Sony ZV-E1

 R6 ZV-E1 
Manually focus More exact focus
Display typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated display
Display sizing3"3.00"Equivalent display measurement
Selfie screen Both good for selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Canon R6 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon R6 has got external 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 Sony ZV-E1 has measurements of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") with a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the R6 compared to the ZV-E1.

Canon R6 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the R6 and ZV-E1 is 61 and 80 respectively.

Canon R6 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

Canon R6 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the R6 and ZV-E1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon R6 to provide extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older R6 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Canon R6 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison

Canon R6 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon R6 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon R6 Portrait photography information
Sony ZV-E1 Portrait photography information
84
you can focus manually
good megapixels (20MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
comes with face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
72
focusing manually
large sensor size (Full frame)
provides face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
megapixel count low (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Canon R6 Street photography highlights
Sony ZV-E1 Street photography highlights
78
fully articulated screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
boasts touch to focus
environment sealing
good ISO range (102,400)
84
screen articulates fully
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
comes with focus via touch
weather sealing
lighter than average (483 grams)
above average high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Canon R6 as a Sports photography camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Sports photography camera
81
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
quiet shutter (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (20MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment sealing
sensor has phase detect autofocus
not so great battery pack (360 shots)
72
quiet mode (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
provides tracking autofocus
weather sealing
better than average battery power (570 shots)
comes with phase detect AF
low maximum shutter speed