Canon EOS R6 Mark II vs Nikon Z6 III
Nikon Z6 III has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The EOS R6 Mark II is the better pick for portraits, wildlife; the Z6 III is better for vlogging.
Choose the EOS R6 Mark II for
- faster bursts (40fps vs 20fps)
- a lighter body (670g vs 760g)
- a lower price (from £1,369)
Choose the Z6 III for
- more resolution (24.5MP vs 24MP)
- faster sensor readout (≈14ms vs ≈16ms)
- stronger video (6K 60p RAW)
- more lenses in our database (54 vs 36)
- a newer design (2024)
Specs side by side
| Spec | EOS R6 Mark II | Z6 III |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 24MP | Full frame, 24.5MP |
| Mount | Canon RF (full frame) | Nikon Z |
| Released | 2022 | 2024 |
| Burst | 40 fps | 20 fps |
| Readout | ≈16 ms | ≈14 ms |
| Max ISO | 102,400 | 64,000 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 4K 60p | 6K 60p RAW |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 670 g | 760 g |
| Battery | Canon LP-E6NH | Nikon EN-EL15c |
| Card slots | 2× SD (UHS-II) | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | £1,699 | £1,899 |
| Used at MPB | £1,369–1,619 | £1,489–1,539 |
| Native lenses in our database | 36 (14 third-party) | 54 (31 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | EOS R6 Mark II |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | EOS R6 Mark II |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | Z6 III |
| 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
The EOS R6 Mark II uses Canon RF / RF-S (36 lenses in our database, 14 third-party) and the Z6 III uses Nikon Z (54 lenses, 31 third-party). Batteries: Canon LP-E6NH vs Nikon EN-EL15c (about £51).
EOS R6 Mark II compatible lenses → · Z6 III compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EOS R6 Mark II better than the Nikon Z6 III?
It depends on your priorities. The EOS R6 Mark II offers faster bursts (40fps vs 20fps), a lighter body (670g vs 760g), a lower price (from £1,369); the Z6 III offers more resolution (24.5MP vs 24MP), faster sensor readout (≈14ms vs ≈16ms), stronger video (6K 60p RAW).
Which is better for video, the EOS R6 Mark II or the Z6 III?
The Z6 III is stronger for video: EOS R6 Mark II records 4K 60p, Z6 III records 6K 60p RAW.
Which is cheaper, the EOS R6 Mark II or the Z6 III?
The EOS R6 Mark II costs £1,699 new and from £1,369 used at MPB; the Z6 III costs £1,899 new and from £1,489 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Canon EOS R6 Mark II lenses on the Z6 III?
Not directly. The EOS R6 Mark II uses Canon RF / RF-S and the Z6 III uses Nikon Z; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.