Canon EOS R vs Canon EOS R6
Canon EOS R6 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The EOS R is the better pick for landscapes; the EOS R6 is better for travel, wildlife, sports, astrophotography, vlogging.
Choose the EOS R for
- more resolution (30MP vs 20MP)
- a lighter body (660g vs 680g)
- a lower price (from £504)
Choose the EOS R6 for
- faster bursts (20fps vs 8fps)
- better low-light performance
- stronger video (4K 60p)
- in-body image stabilisation
- a newer design (2020)
Specs side by side
| Spec | EOS R | EOS R6 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 30MP | Full frame, 20MP |
| Mount | Canon RF (full frame) | Canon RF (full frame) |
| Released | 2018 | 2020 |
| Burst | 8 fps | 20 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 40,000 | 102,400 |
| Stabilisation | Lens only | In-body |
| Video | 4K 30p (1.7× crop) | 4K 60p |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 660 g | 680 g |
| Battery | Canon LP-E6NH | Canon LP-E6NH |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-II) | 2× SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | No longer sold new | No longer sold new |
| Used at MPB | £504–754 | £809–1,159 |
| Native lenses in our database | 36 (14 third-party) | 36 (14 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | EOS R6 |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | EOS R |
| Wildlife & animals | EOS R6 |
| Sports & action | EOS R6 |
| Astrophotography | EOS R6 |
| Vlogging & video | EOS R6 |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
Both cameras use the Canon RF / RF-S mount, so lenses move between them. They share the same battery (Canon LP-E6NH).
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EOS R better than the Canon EOS R6?
It depends on your priorities. The EOS R offers more resolution (30MP vs 20MP), a lighter body (660g vs 680g), a lower price (from £504); the EOS R6 offers faster bursts (20fps vs 8fps), better low-light performance, stronger video (4K 60p).
Which is better for video, the EOS R or the EOS R6?
The EOS R6 is stronger for video: EOS R records 4K 30p (1.7× crop), EOS R6 records 4K 60p.
Which is cheaper, the EOS R or the EOS R6?
The EOS R costs No longer sold new new and from £504 used at MPB; the EOS R6 costs No longer sold new new and from £809 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Canon EOS R lenses on the EOS R6?
Yes. Both use the Canon RF / RF-S mount.