Canon EOS R6 Mark II vs Canon EOS R6 Mark III
Canon EOS R6 Mark II has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The EOS R6 Mark II is the better pick for wildlife, sports, astrophotography; the EOS R6 Mark III is better for vlogging.
Choose the EOS R6 Mark II for
- better low-light performance
- a lighter body (670g vs 699g)
- a lower price (from £1,369)
- stronger video (4K 60p)
Choose the EOS R6 Mark III for
- more resolution (32.5MP vs 24MP)
- a newer design (2025)
Specs side by side
| Spec | EOS R6 Mark II | EOS R6 Mark III |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 24MP | Full frame, 32.5MP |
| Mount | Canon RF (full frame) | Canon RF (full frame) |
| Released | 2022 | 2025 |
| Burst | 40 fps | 40 fps |
| Readout | ≈16 ms | — |
| Max ISO | 102,400 | 64,000 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 4K 60p | 7K open gate |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 670 g | 699 g |
| Battery | Canon LP-E6NH | Canon LP-E6P |
| Card slots | 2× SD (UHS-II) | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | £1,699 | £2,799 |
| Used at MPB | £1,369–1,619 | £1,779–2,029 |
| Native lenses in our database | 36 (14 third-party) | 36 (14 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | EOS R6 Mark II |
| Sports & action | EOS R6 Mark II |
| Astrophotography | EOS R6 Mark II |
| Vlogging & video | EOS R6 Mark III |
| 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
Both cameras use the Canon RF / RF-S mount, so lenses move between them. Batteries: Canon LP-E6NH vs Canon LP-E6P (about £99).
EOS R6 Mark II compatible lenses → · EOS R6 Mark III compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EOS R6 Mark II better than the Canon EOS R6 Mark III?
It depends on your priorities. The EOS R6 Mark II offers better low-light performance, a lighter body (670g vs 699g), a lower price (from £1,369); the EOS R6 Mark III offers more resolution (32.5MP vs 24MP), a newer design (2025).
Which is better for video, the EOS R6 Mark II or the EOS R6 Mark III?
The EOS R6 Mark II is stronger for video: EOS R6 Mark II records 4K 60p, EOS R6 Mark III records 7K open gate.
Which is cheaper, the EOS R6 Mark II or the EOS R6 Mark III?
The EOS R6 Mark II costs £1,699 new and from £1,369 used at MPB; the EOS R6 Mark III costs £2,799 new and from £1,779 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Canon EOS R6 Mark II lenses on the EOS R6 Mark III?
Yes. Both use the Canon RF / RF-S mount.