Canon R8 vs Nikon Z6 II

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon R8 and Nikon Z6 II, 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 II (25MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The R8 was revealed 2 years after the Z6 II which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the R8 matches up versus the Z6 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R8 and Nikon Z6 Mark II. The full galleries are viewable at Canon R8 Gallery and Nikon Z6 II Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon R8 comes with exterior measurements of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs) while the Nikon Z6 II has proportions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the R8 vs the Z6 II.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the R8 and Z6 II is 71 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R8 and Z6 II.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon Z6 II to deliver more detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent R8 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.