Sony Alpha A9 II vs Canon EOS R6 Mark II
Sony Alpha A9 II has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. the EOS R6 Mark II is better for portraits, astrophotography, vlogging.
Choose the Alpha A9 II for
- more resolution (24.2MP vs 24MP)
- faster sensor readout (≈6ms vs ≈16ms)
- a lower price (from £1,189)
- more lenses in our database (105 vs 36)
Choose the EOS R6 Mark II for
- faster bursts (40fps vs 20fps)
- a lighter body (670g vs 678g)
- stronger video (4K 60p)
- a newer design (2022)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Alpha A9 II | EOS R6 Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 24.2MP | Full frame, 24MP |
| Mount | Sony FE (full frame) | Canon RF (full frame) |
| Released | 2019 | 2022 |
| Burst | 20 fps | 40 fps |
| Readout | ≈6 ms | ≈16 ms |
| Max ISO | 51,200 | 102,400 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 4K 30p | 4K 60p |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 678 g | 670 g |
| Battery | Sony NP-FZ100 | Canon LP-E6NH |
| Card slots | 2× SD (UHS-II) | 2× SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | No longer sold new | £1,699 |
| Used at MPB | £1,189–1,419 | £1,369–1,619 |
| Native lenses in our database | 105 (82 third-party) | 36 (14 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | EOS R6 Mark II |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | EOS R6 Mark II |
| Vlogging & video | EOS R6 Mark II |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
The Alpha A9 II uses Sony E / FE (105 lenses in our database, 82 third-party) and the EOS R6 Mark II uses Canon RF / RF-S (36 lenses, 14 third-party). Batteries: Sony NP-FZ100 (about £65) vs Canon LP-E6NH.
Alpha A9 II compatible lenses → · EOS R6 Mark II compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony Alpha A9 II better than the Canon EOS R6 Mark II?
It depends on your priorities. The Alpha A9 II offers more resolution (24.2MP vs 24MP), faster sensor readout (≈6ms vs ≈16ms), a lower price (from £1,189); the EOS R6 Mark II offers faster bursts (40fps vs 20fps), a lighter body (670g vs 678g), stronger video (4K 60p).
Which is better for video, the Alpha A9 II or the EOS R6 Mark II?
The EOS R6 Mark II is stronger for video: Alpha A9 II records 4K 30p, EOS R6 Mark II records 4K 60p.
Which is cheaper, the Alpha A9 II or the EOS R6 Mark II?
The Alpha A9 II costs No longer sold new new and from £1,189 used at MPB; the EOS R6 Mark II costs £1,699 new and from £1,369 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Sony Alpha A9 II lenses on the EOS R6 Mark II?
Not directly. The Alpha A9 II uses Sony E / FE and the EOS R6 Mark II uses Canon RF / RF-S; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.