Canon EOS M6 Mark II vs Nikon Z fc
Nikon Z fc has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The EOS M6 Mark II is the better pick for travel; the Z fc is better for a film look.
Choose the EOS M6 Mark II for
- more resolution (32.5MP vs 21MP)
- faster bursts (14fps vs 11fps)
- a lighter body (408g vs 445g)
Choose the Z fc for
- better low-light performance
- a lower price (from £499)
- more lenses in our database (54 vs 9)
- a newer design (2021)
Specs side by side
| Spec | EOS M6 Mark II | Z fc |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | APS-C, 32.5MP | APS-C, 21MP |
| Mount | Canon EF-M (APS-C) | Nikon Z |
| Released | 2019 | 2021 |
| Burst | 14 fps | 11 fps |
| Readout | — | ≈45 ms |
| Max ISO | 25,600 | 51,200 |
| Stabilisation | Lens only | Lens only |
| Video | 4K 30p | 4K 30p |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Weight | 408 g | 445 g |
| Battery | Canon LP-E17 | Nikon EN-EL25a |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-I) | SD (UHS-I) |
| New price | No longer sold new | £699 |
| Used at MPB | £524–599 | £499–564 |
| Native lenses in our database | 9 (4 third-party) | 54 (31 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | EOS M6 Mark II |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | About equal |
| Vintage / film look | Z fc |
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
The EOS M6 Mark II uses Canon EF-M (9 lenses in our database, 4 third-party) and the Z fc uses Nikon Z (54 lenses, 31 third-party). Batteries: Canon LP-E17 (about £45) vs Nikon EN-EL25a (about £55).
EOS M6 Mark II compatible lenses → · Z fc compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EOS M6 Mark II better than the Nikon Z fc?
It depends on your priorities. The EOS M6 Mark II offers more resolution (32.5MP vs 21MP), faster bursts (14fps vs 11fps), a lighter body (408g vs 445g); the Z fc offers better low-light performance, a lower price (from £499), more lenses in our database (54 vs 9).
Which is better for video, the EOS M6 Mark II or the Z fc?
They are closely matched for video (4K 30p vs 4K 30p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the EOS M6 Mark II or the Z fc?
The EOS M6 Mark II costs No longer sold new new and from £524 used at MPB; the Z fc costs £699 new and from £499 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Canon EOS M6 Mark II lenses on the Z fc?
Not directly. The EOS M6 Mark II uses Canon EF-M and the Z fc uses Nikon Z; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.