Blackmagic
URSA Cine 17K
Large-format 65mm cinema camera with 17K resolution, interchangeable lens mount, and BRAW recording.
$29,995
Launch priceReleased Apr 2024
Canon
EOS R6 Mark II
Versatile 24.2MP full-frame hybrid with class-leading AF and 4K 60p video.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2022
URSA Cine 17K is 1.4 years newer.
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Wins
URSA Cine 17K
Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEOS R6 Mark II has lower AF low-light limit (-6.5 EV vs 0 EV)
- BEOS R6 Mark II has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 0)
- BEOS R6 Mark II has higher AF frame coverage (100 % vs 0 %)
- BEOS R6 Mark II has lower Weight (670 g vs 8500 g)
- AURSA Cine 17K has higher Resolution (65 MP vs 24.2 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareURSA Cine 17K
280 × 190 × 200 mm
8500 g (18.74 lb / 299.83 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 × 88 mm
670 g (1.48 lb / 23.63 oz)
URSA Cine 17K is 142mm wider, 92mm taller, and 112mm thicker than EOS R6 Mark II.
URSA Cine 17K is 7830 g heavier than EOS R6 Mark II.
Depth (front-to-back): 200mm URSA Cine 17K · 88mm EOS R6 Mark II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
URSA Cine 17K
280 × 190 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
URSA Cine 17K
280 × 200 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 88 mm
Sensor size, to scale
URSA Cine 17K
55.96 × 29.87 mm · Full Frame
1672 mm² area
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
1.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
URSA Cine 17K: mount data unavailable
EOS R6 Mark II
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
URSA Cine 17K
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds Blackmagic RAW
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 280, 190, 200
Resolution
65 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 340 Mbps — higher is better
ISO min (native)
64 vs 100 — lower is better
Reasons to choose
EOS R6 Mark II
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4
Weight
670 g vs 8500 g — lower is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 51,200 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 12 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
URSA Cine 17K
Pros
- ✓17K large format
- ✓Interchangeable mount
- ✓Blackmagic RAW
- ✓Pro cinema workflow
Cons
- –Extremely expensive
- –Massive files
- –Requires full crew
EOS R6 Mark II
Pros
- ✓Up to 40fps electronic burst
- ✓4K 60p oversampled from 6K
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II — superb subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Fully articulating touchscreen
Cons
- –24.2MP may feel limiting for large prints
- –No CFexpress on base body
- –Short battery life vs. A7 IV
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the URSA Cine 17K and EOS R6 Mark II at major authorized retailers.
Blackmagic URSA Cine 17K
Canon EOS R6 Mark II
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, URSA Cine 17K or EOS R6 Mark II?
URSA Cine 17K scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for EOS R6 Mark II — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the URSA Cine 17K and EOS R6 Mark II?
URSA Cine 17K is 65 MP and EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP, so the URSA Cine 17K captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the URSA Cine 17K and EOS R6 Mark II have in-body image stabilization?
URSA Cine 17K has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the URSA Cine 17K or the EOS R6 Mark II?
URSA Cine 17K reaches 30 fps electronic. EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the URSA Cine 17K and EOS R6 Mark II?
URSA Cine 17K weighs 8500 g and EOS R6 Mark II weighs 670 g, so the EOS R6 Mark II is 7830 g lighter.
Do the URSA Cine 17K and EOS R6 Mark II record 4K video?
URSA Cine 17K: 4K up to 120p. EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p.
Are the URSA Cine 17K and EOS R6 Mark II weather sealed?
URSA Cine 17K: Yes. EOS R6 Mark II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the URSA Cine 17K and 760 shots for the EOS R6 Mark II, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
URSA Cine 17K launched at $29,995 and EOS R6 Mark II at $2,499. The EOS R6 Mark II is $27,496 less.
Can't decide between two? Compare a third camera.
Add any camera to get a three-way URSA Cine 17K vs EOS R6 Mark II vs X comparison.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Blackmagic and Canon press materials.