Canon EOS R6 Canon EOS R6 Mark II Body Review
The Canon R6 Mark II's 40fps burst is in the top 4% of all cameras, but its 20MP sensor isn't. Find out if this speed demon is right for you.
Overview
The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is a speed demon that makes a few key compromises. Its headline feature is that blistering 40fps mechanical burst, which puts it in the 96th percentile. That's paired with an autofocus system in the same elite tier, making it a monster for capturing fast action. But the 20MP sensor lands in the 32nd percentile, which means you're trading some resolution for that raw speed.
And that trade-off defines its best uses. Our scoring shows it's nearly perfect for YouTube (99.7/100) and streaming (98.4/100), thanks to its 6K video and top-tier connectivity. It's a content creator's dream machine. But that lower-resolution sensor holds it back for detailed product photography, where it scores a modest 61.9.
Performance
Let's talk about where this camera shines. That 40fps mechanical burst is insane. It's not just fast, it's in the top 4% of all cameras we track. The Eye AF system is equally impressive, sitting in the 96th percentile. You point this thing at a subject, and it just sticks. For video, the 6K capability lands it in the 91st percentile, and the 3-inch articulating touchscreen is a 98th-percentile display. It's built to perform.
The flip side is the sensor. At 20MP, it's in the 32nd percentile. That's fine for most web content and social media, but it's not a high-resolution studio camera. The in-body stabilization is also a weak point at the 41st percentile, and the battery and EVF are just average, both sitting at the 50th percentile mark. This camera is built for speed, not endurance or luxury features.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Elite 40fps mechanical burst speed (96th percentile). 98th
- Top-tier Eye AF performance (96th percentile). 96th
- Excellent 6K video quality (91st percentile). 96th
- Best-in-class 3" articulating touchscreen (98th percentile). 92th
- Superb connectivity for streaming (92nd percentile).
Cons
- Lower-resolution 20MP sensor (32nd percentile). 32th
- No in-body image stabilization (41st percentile).
- Average battery life (50th percentile).
- Mediocre electronic viewfinder (50th percentile).
- Not weather-sealed, which is rare at this level.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Megapixels | 20 |
Autofocus
| Eye AF | Yes |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 40 |
| Electronic Shutter | Yes |
Video
| Max Resolution | 6K |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3 |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | Yes |
Build
| Weight | 0.6 kg / 1.3 lbs |
Connectivity
| USB | USB-C |
Value & Pricing
The price spread is interesting here. You can find this body for as low as $1,810 or as high as $1,999, a $189 difference. Shop around. For that money, you're getting unmatched speed and fantastic video in a lightweight 590g package. But you're also accepting a lower-resolution sensor and no stabilization. It's a focused value proposition: pay for speed and video prowess, not for all-around versatility.
vs Competition
Compared to the Sony a7R IV, you're giving up a massive 61MP sensor for way more speed and better video. The Sony is a detail monster but can't touch the R6 II's 40fps burst. Against the Canon EOS R7, you lose the APS-C crop factor but gain a full-frame sensor and that killer 6K video. The Fujifilm X-S20 is a more balanced hybrid for less money, but its burst rate and autofocus aren't in the same league. The R6 Mark II is for the shooter who prioritizes capturing the moment over dissecting it later.
Verdict
If you're a YouTuber, streamer, or sports photographer who lives by the burst button, this is an easy recommendation. Its 99.7 score for YouTube doesn't lie. The autofocus and speed are simply elite. But if you need high resolution for prints or product shots, or you want built-in stabilization for handheld video, look at the competition. This camera knows exactly what it is: a specialized tool built for speed, and it excels at that one job.