Canon EOS RP vs Nikon Z6
Nikon Z6 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The EOS RP is the better pick for beginners; the Z6 is better for landscapes, wildlife, sports, astrophotography.
Choose the EOS RP for
- more resolution (26MP vs 24.5MP)
- a lighter body (485g vs 675g)
- a lower price (from £334)
- a newer design (2019)
Choose the Z6 for
- faster bursts (12fps vs 5fps)
- better low-light performance
- in-body image stabilisation
- weather sealing
- more lenses in our database (54 vs 36)
Specs side by side
| Spec | EOS RP | Z6 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 26MP | Full frame, 24.5MP |
| Mount | Canon RF (full frame) | Nikon Z |
| Released | 2019 | 2018 |
| Burst | 5 fps | 12 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 40,000 | 51,200 |
| Stabilisation | Lens only | In-body |
| Video | 4K 24p (crop) | 4K 30p |
| Weather sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 485 g | 675 g |
| Battery | Canon LP-E17 | Nikon EN-EL15c |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-II) | XQD/CFexpress B (single) |
| New price | No longer sold new | No longer sold new |
| Used at MPB | £334–484 | £469–604 |
| Native lenses in our database | 36 (14 third-party) | 54 (31 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | EOS RP |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | Z6 |
| Wildlife & animals | Z6 |
| Sports & action | Z6 |
| Astrophotography | Z6 |
| 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
The EOS RP uses Canon RF / RF-S (36 lenses in our database, 14 third-party) and the Z6 uses Nikon Z (54 lenses, 31 third-party). Batteries: Canon LP-E17 (about £45) vs Nikon EN-EL15c (about £51).
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EOS RP better than the Nikon Z6?
It depends on your priorities. The EOS RP offers more resolution (26MP vs 24.5MP), a lighter body (485g vs 675g), a lower price (from £334); the Z6 offers faster bursts (12fps vs 5fps), better low-light performance, in-body image stabilisation.
Which is better for video, the EOS RP or the Z6?
They are closely matched for video (4K 24p (crop) vs 4K 30p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the EOS RP or the Z6?
The EOS RP costs No longer sold new new and from £334 used at MPB; the Z6 costs No longer sold new new and from £469 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Canon EOS RP lenses on the Z6?
Not directly. The EOS RP uses Canon RF / RF-S and the Z6 uses Nikon Z; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.