Canon EOS R6 Mark II vs Nikon Z7 II
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS R6 Mark II and Nikon Z7 II. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS R6 Mark II is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon Z7 II is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS R6 Mark II were released 2022 and Nikon Z7 II was released 2020. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | 2022 |
Nikon Z7 II | 2020 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
Even though the camera sensors might be called differently they are both considered Full frame which means that the focal length of the lenses is not affected. There is no crop factor on any of these cameras and sensors.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Nikon Z7 II | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Canon EOS R6 Mark II has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z7 II has 46 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon Z7 II |
46 MP
45441024 pixels 8256 x 5504 |
Nikon Z7 II has a 89 % larger resolution than Canon EOS R6 Mark II. 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 R6 Mark II has a larger ISO-range than Nikon Z7 II. Canon EOS R6 Mark II has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 102400 while Nikon Z7 II has 64 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | 100-102400 |
Nikon Z7 II | 64-25600 |
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.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS R6 Mark II belongs to the Canon EOS R-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R6 Mark II
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z7 II
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS R6 Mark II can shoot up to 40 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z7 II can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | 40 |
Nikon Z7 II | 10 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS R6 Mark II and Nikon Z7 II 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.
Nikon Z7 II weighs 705 gr (equal to 1.55 lb) which is 5% heavier than Canon EOS R6 Mark II and its 670 gr (or 1.48 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | 670 gr 1.48 lb |
Nikon Z7 II | 705 gr 1.55 lb |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II vs Nikon Z7 II Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS R6 Mark II and Nikon Z7 II, 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 R6 Mark II |
Nikon Z7 II |
Name | Canon EOS R6 Mark II | Nikon Z7 II |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Nikon Z7 II |
Release Year | 2022 | 2020 |
Release Date | 2022-11-02 | 2020-10-14 |
MSRP | 2499 USD | 2999 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Nikon Z7 II |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Nikon Z7 II |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 8256 x 5504 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 46 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC X | DUAL EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Nikon Z7 II |
ISO Range | 100 - 102400 | 64 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (Works with lens-based IS systems for maximum shake reduction)) |
Yes (Sensor Shift (5 axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Nikon Z7 II |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
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 | 4897 | 493 |
Lens Mount |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon Z 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 |
FX (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 |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Nikon Z7 II |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 1620000 | 2100000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.76× | 0.8x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Nikon Z7 II |
Frames per second | 40 fps | 10 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 900 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Nikon Z7 II |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Nikon Z7 II |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC XQD |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Nikon Z7 II |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes |
Yes (via MC-DC2 or smartphone)
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GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Nikon Z7 II |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E6NH lithium-ion battery & charger
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EN-EL15c lithium-ion battery & charger
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Battery Life (CIPA) | 580 shots | 420 shots |
Width | 138 mm | 134 mm |
Height | 98 mm | 101 mm |
Depth | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Weight | 670 gram | 705 gram |