Canon EOS R6 Mark III vs Panasonic Lumix S1R II
Panasonic Lumix S1R II has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The EOS R6 Mark III is the better pick for wildlife, sports; the Lumix S1R II is better for landscapes, vlogging.
Choose the EOS R6 Mark III for
- a lighter body (699g vs 712g)
- a lower price (from £1,779)
Choose the Lumix S1R II for
- more resolution (44.3MP vs 32.5MP)
- stronger video (8K 30p)
- more lenses in our database (64 vs 36)
Specs side by side
| Spec | EOS R6 Mark III | Lumix S1R II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 32.5MP | Full frame, 44.3MP |
| Mount | Canon RF (full frame) | L-Mount (Lumix S, Leica SL) |
| Released | 2025 | 2025 |
| Burst | 40 fps | 40 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 64,000 | 51,200 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 7K open gate | 8K 30p |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 699 g | 712 g |
| Battery | Canon LP-E6P | Panasonic DMW-BLK22 |
| Card slots | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | £2,799 | £2,699 |
| Used at MPB | £1,779–2,029 | £2,119 |
| Native lenses in our database | 36 (14 third-party) | 64 (39 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | Lumix S1R II |
| Wildlife & animals | EOS R6 Mark III |
| Sports & action | EOS R6 Mark III |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | Lumix S1R II |
| 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 III uses Canon RF / RF-S (36 lenses in our database, 14 third-party) and the Lumix S1R II uses L-Mount (64 lenses, 39 third-party). Batteries: Canon LP-E6P (about £99) vs Panasonic DMW-BLK22.
EOS R6 Mark III compatible lenses → · Lumix S1R II compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EOS R6 Mark III better than the Panasonic Lumix S1R II?
It depends on your priorities. The EOS R6 Mark III offers a lighter body (699g vs 712g), a lower price (from £1,779); the Lumix S1R II offers more resolution (44.3MP vs 32.5MP), stronger video (8K 30p), more lenses in our database (64 vs 36).
Which is better for video, the EOS R6 Mark III or the Lumix S1R II?
The Lumix S1R II is stronger for video: EOS R6 Mark III records 7K open gate, Lumix S1R II records 8K 30p.
Which is cheaper, the EOS R6 Mark III or the Lumix S1R II?
The EOS R6 Mark III costs £2,799 new and from £1,779 used at MPB; the Lumix S1R II costs £2,699 new and from £2,119 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Canon EOS R6 Mark III lenses on the Lumix S1R II?
Not directly. The EOS R6 Mark III uses Canon RF / RF-S and the Lumix S1R II uses L-Mount; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.