Canon R8 vs Nikon Z6
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Canon R8 vs Nikon Z6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Bump to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 461g - 133 x 86 x 70mm
- Released February 2023
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Released August 2018
- Replacement is Nikon Z6 II

Canon R8 vs Nikon Z6 Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Canon R8 vs Nikon Z6, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the R8 (24MP) and the Z6 (25MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (Full frame).

The R8 was brought out 4 years after the Z6 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the R8 matches up vs the Z6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon R8 vs Nikon Z6 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R8 and Nikon Z6. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R8 Gallery and Nikon Z6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R8 over the Nikon Z6
R8 | Z6 | |||
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Released | February 2023 | ![]() | August 2018 | Newer by 55 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 over the Canon R8
Z6 | R8 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.00" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1620k | Sharper screen (+480k dot) |
Common features in the Canon R8 and Nikon Z6
R8 | Z6 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon R8 vs Nikon Z6 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon R8 offers exterior measurements of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") and a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z6 has measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).
Look at the Canon R8 vs Nikon Z6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the R8 against the Z6.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the R8 and Z6 is 71 and 62 respectively.

Canon R8 vs Nikon Z6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the R8 and Z6.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon Z6 to result in more detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher R8 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon R8 vs Nikon Z6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R8 vs Nikon Z6 Specifications
Canon EOS R8 | Nikon Z6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS R8 | Nikon Z6 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2023-02-08 | 2018-08-23 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed 6 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 25 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6048 x 4024 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 1053 | 273 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Nikon Z |
Amount of lenses | 37 | 15 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.00" | 3.2" |
Display resolution | 1,620k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 3,690k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.8x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, 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 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 461g (1.02 lb) | 675g (1.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 86 x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 93 | 95 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.5 | 25.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.5 | 14.3 |
DXO Low light score | 3295 | 3299 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photographs | 330 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Single UHS-II SD card slot | XQD card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,499 | $1,997 |