Canon EOS 6D Mark II vs Canon EOS Rebel SL2
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 6D Mark II and Canon EOS Rebel SL2. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
These two camera models were both released 2017.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II | 2017 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | 2017 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 6D Mark II has a "Canon Full Frame"-sensor while Canon EOS Rebel SL2 has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 6D Mark II has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Rebel SL2 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II |
26 MP
25958400 pixels 6240 x 4160 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II has a 8 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Rebel SL2. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Canon EOS 6D Mark II has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Rebel SL2. Canon EOS 6D Mark II has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 40000 while Canon EOS Rebel SL2 has 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II | 100-40000 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 6D Mark II
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Rebel SL2
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 6D Mark II can shoot up to 6,5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Rebel SL2 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II | 6,5 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS 6D Mark II and Canon EOS Rebel SL2 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 6D Mark II weighs 765 gr (equal to 1.69 lb) which is 69% heavier than Canon EOS Rebel SL2 and its 453 gr (or 1 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II | 765 gr 1.69 lb |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | 453 gr 1 lb |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II vs Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 6D Mark II and Canon EOS Rebel SL2, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Name | Canon EOS 6D Mark II | Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Release Year | 2017 | 2017 |
Release Date | 2017-06-29 | 2017-06-29 |
MSRP | 1999 USD | 549 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6240 x 4160 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 7 | DIGIC 7 |
Image |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
ISO Range | 100 - 40000 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 45 | 9 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 98% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.71× | 0.87× (0.54× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Frames per second | 6,5 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 10 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-In 802.11b/g/n + NFC + Bluetooth |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + NFC + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (wired, wireless or smartphone) | Yes (via wireless remote or smartphone) |
GPS |
Yes Built-in |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 6D Mark II |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E6N lithium-ion battery & charger
|
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 1200 shots | 650 shots |
Width | 144 mm | 122 mm |
Height | 111 mm | 93 mm |
Depth | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Weight | 765 gram | 453 gram |