Canon EOS R7 vs Canon EOS R6 Mark II
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS R7 and Canon EOS R6 Mark II. 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 2022.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS R7 | 2022 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | 2022 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS R7 has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Canon EOS R6 Mark II has a "Canon Full Frame"-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 R7 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark 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)
Resolution
Canon EOS R7 has a 33 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS R6 Mark II has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS R7 |
33 MP
32294400 pixels 6960 x 4640 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS R7 has a 35 % 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 Canon EOS R7. Canon EOS R6 Mark II has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 102400 while Canon EOS R7 has 100 to 32000.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS R7 | 100-32000 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | 100-102400 |
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 R7 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
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 R7
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R6 Mark II
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS R7 can shoot up to 15 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS R6 Mark II can shoot up to 40 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS R7 | 15 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | 40 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS R7 and Canon EOS R6 Mark 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.
Canon EOS R6 Mark II weighs 670 gr (equal to 1.48 lb) which is 9% heavier than Canon EOS R7 and its 612 gr (or 1.35 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS R7 | 612 gr 1.35 lb |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | 670 gr 1.48 lb |
Canon EOS R7 vs Canon EOS R6 Mark II Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS R7 and Canon EOS R6 Mark 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 R7 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Name | Canon EOS R7 | Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS R7 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Release Year | 2022 | 2022 |
Release Date | 2022-05-24 | 2022-11-02 |
MSRP | 1499 USD | 2499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS R7 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS R7 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6960 x 4640 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 33 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC X | DIGIC X |
Image |
Canon EOS R7 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
ISO Range | 100 - 32000 | 100 - 102400 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (Works with lens-based IS systems for maximum shake reduction)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS R7 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 651 | 4897 |
Lens Mount |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 R7 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | N/A | 1620000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.15× | 0.76× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS R7 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Frames per second | 15 fps | 40 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 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 | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS R7 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
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 R7 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS R7 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (Wireless LAN (IEEE802.11b/g/n) (2.4 GHz), with Bluetooth 4.2) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control |
Yes (Wired, wireless or IR)
|
Yes |
GPS |
Yes Optional via GPS Receiver GP-E2 |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS R7 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery LP-E6NH
|
LP-E6NH lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 660 shots | 580 shots |
Width | 132 mm | 138 mm |
Height | 90 mm | 98 mm |
Depth | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Weight | 612 gram | 670 gram |