Canon EOS R6 vs Nikon Z7 II
Canon EOS R6 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The EOS R6 is the better pick for sports, astrophotography; the Z7 II is better for landscapes.
Choose the EOS R6 for
- faster bursts (20fps vs 10fps)
- better low-light performance
- a lighter body (680g vs 705g)
- a lower price (from £809)
Choose the Z7 II for
- more resolution (45.7MP vs 20MP)
- more lenses in our database (54 vs 36)
Specs side by side
| Spec | EOS R6 | Z7 II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 20MP | Full frame, 45.7MP |
| Mount | Canon RF (full frame) | Nikon Z |
| Released | 2020 | 2020 |
| Burst | 20 fps | 10 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 102,400 | 25,600 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 4K 60p | 4K 60p |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 680 g | 705 g |
| Battery | Canon LP-E6NH | Nikon EN-EL15c |
| Card slots | 2× SD (UHS-II) | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | No longer sold new | £1,799 |
| Used at MPB | £809–1,159 | £924–989 |
| Native lenses in our database | 36 (14 third-party) | 54 (31 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | Z7 II |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | EOS R6 |
| Astrophotography | EOS R6 |
| Vlogging & video | About equal |
| 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 EOS R6 uses Canon RF / RF-S (36 lenses in our database, 14 third-party) and the Z7 II uses Nikon Z (54 lenses, 31 third-party). Batteries: Canon LP-E6NH vs Nikon EN-EL15c (about £51).
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EOS R6 better than the Nikon Z7 II?
It depends on your priorities. The EOS R6 offers faster bursts (20fps vs 10fps), better low-light performance, a lighter body (680g vs 705g); the Z7 II offers more resolution (45.7MP vs 20MP), more lenses in our database (54 vs 36).
Which is better for video, the EOS R6 or the Z7 II?
They are closely matched for video (4K 60p vs 4K 60p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the EOS R6 or the Z7 II?
The EOS R6 costs No longer sold new new and from £809 used at MPB; the Z7 II costs £1,799 new and from £924 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Canon EOS R6 lenses on the Z7 II?
Not directly. The EOS R6 uses Canon RF / RF-S and the Z7 II uses Nikon Z; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.