Canon EOS R8 vs Nikon D6
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS R8 and Nikon D6. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS R8 is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D6 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS R8 were released 2023 and Nikon D6 was released 2020. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS R8 | 2023 |
Nikon D6 | 2020 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS R8 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D6 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
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 R8 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Nikon D6 | 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 R8 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D6 has 21 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS R8 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon D6 |
21 MP
20668416 pixels 5568 x 3712 |
Canon EOS R8 has a 16 % larger resolution than Nikon D6. 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
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 102400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS R8 | 100-102400 |
Nikon D6 | 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 R8 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 R8
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D6
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS R8 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Nikon D6 can shoot up to 14 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS R8 | 6 |
Nikon D6 | 14 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS R8 and Nikon D6 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 D6 weighs 1270 gr (equal to 2.8 lb) which is 175% heavier than Canon EOS R8 and its 461 gr (or 1.02 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS R8 | 461 gr 1.02 lb |
Nikon D6 | 1270 gr 2.8 lb |
Canon EOS R8 vs Nikon D6 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS R8 and Nikon D6, 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 R8 |
Nikon D6 |
Name | Canon EOS R8 | Nikon D6 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS R8 |
Nikon D6 |
Release Year | 2023 | 2020 |
Release Date | 2023-02-08 | 2019-09-04 |
MSRP | 1499 USD | 6499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS R8 |
Nikon D6 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS R8 |
Nikon D6 |
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 | 5568 x 3712 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 21 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC X | EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Canon EOS R8 |
Nikon D6 |
ISO Range | 100 - 102400 | 100 - 102400 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 12 |
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 R8 |
Nikon D6 |
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 | 1053 | 105 |
Lens Mount |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F 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 R8 |
Nikon D6 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 1620000 | 2359000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7× | 0.72x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS R8 |
Nikon D6 |
Frames per second | 6 fps | 14 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 900 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 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 | Yes | 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, 1 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS R8 |
Nikon D6 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
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 R8 |
Nikon D6 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash Express XQD |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS R8 |
Nikon D6 |
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)32, with Bluetooth 4.2 support) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control |
Yes. RS-60E3-type terminal (remote control terminal)
|
Yes (Wired or smartphone) |
GPS |
Yes Optional via GP-E2 |
Yes Built-in |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS R8 |
Nikon D6 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery LP-E17
|
EN-EL18c lithium-ion battery & charager
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 220 shots | 3580 shots |
Width | 133 mm | 160 mm |
Height | 86 mm | 163 mm |
Depth | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Weight | 461 gram | 1270 gram |