Canon EOS R6 vs Canon EOS R6 Mark II
Canon EOS R6 Mark II has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. the EOS R6 Mark II is better for wildlife, sports.
Choose the EOS R6 for
- a lower price (from £809)
Choose the EOS R6 Mark II for
- more resolution (24MP vs 20MP)
- faster bursts (40fps vs 20fps)
- a lighter body (670g vs 680g)
- a newer design (2022)
Specs side by side
| Spec | EOS R6 | EOS R6 Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 20MP | Full frame, 24MP |
| Mount | Canon RF (full frame) | Canon RF (full frame) |
| Released | 2020 | 2022 |
| Burst | 20 fps | 40 fps |
| Readout | — | ≈16 ms |
| Max ISO | 102,400 | 102,400 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 4K 60p | 4K 60p |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 680 g | 670 g |
| Battery | Canon LP-E6NH | Canon LP-E6NH |
| Card slots | 2× SD (UHS-II) | 2× SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | No longer sold new | £1,699 |
| Used at MPB | £809–1,159 | £1,369–1,619 |
| 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 | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | EOS R6 Mark II |
| Sports & action | EOS R6 Mark II |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | About equal |
| 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).
EOS R6 compatible lenses → · EOS R6 Mark II compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EOS R6 better than the Canon EOS R6 Mark II?
It depends on your priorities. The EOS R6 offers a lower price (from £809); the EOS R6 Mark II offers more resolution (24MP vs 20MP), faster bursts (40fps vs 20fps), a lighter body (670g vs 680g).
Which is better for video, the EOS R6 or the EOS R6 Mark II?
They are closely matched for video (4K 60p vs 4K 60p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the EOS R6 or the EOS R6 Mark II?
The EOS R6 costs No longer sold new new and from £809 used at MPB; the EOS R6 Mark II costs £1,699 new and from £1,369 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Canon EOS R6 lenses on the EOS R6 Mark II?
Yes. Both use the Canon RF / RF-S mount.