Canon
EOS R5 C
Cinema-focused 45MP full-frame hybrid with active cooling, 8K RAW 60p, and Canon Cinema EOS video tools.
$4,499
Launch priceReleased Jan 2022
Z CAM
E2-S6
Super 35 6K cinema box camera with 14 stops DR, EF mount, ProRes/ZRAW internal recording, and 1Gb Ethernet.
$1,995
Launch priceReleased Jun 2020
EOS R5 C is 1.7 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R5 C
Wins
E2-S6
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 C has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AEOS R5 C has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 500)
- BE2-S6 has higher Burst (electronic) (100 fps vs 20 fps)
- AEOS R5 C has higher Max video bit rate (1360 Mbps vs 300 Mbps)
- AEOS R5 C has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R5 C
142 × 102 × 112 mm
770 g (1.70 lb / 27.16 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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E2-S6
91 × 99 × 122 mm
1090 g (2.40 lb / 38.45 oz)
EOS R5 C is 10mm thinner than E2-S6 but it is also 51mm wider and 2mm taller.
EOS R5 C is 320 g lighter than E2-S6.
Depth (front-to-back): 112mm EOS R5 C · 122mm E2-S6
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5 C
142 × 102 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
E2-S6
91 × 99 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R5 C
142 × 112 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
E2-S6
91 × 122 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5 C
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
E2-S6
23.4 × 15.67 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
2.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5 C
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
E2-S6
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
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
EOS R5 C
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird
Codecs
Adds Cinema RAW Light, AVC-LongG, MP4…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 142.2, 101.6, 111.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 500 — lower is better
Max video bit rate
1360 Mbps vs 300 Mbps — higher is better
Eye AF
Only EOS R5 C supports it
Reasons to choose
E2-S6
Codecs
Adds ProRes, ZRAW, H.265…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 91.2, 99.25, 122.25
Card types
Adds CFast 2.0
Burst (electronic)
100 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
- ✓Headphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support headphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R5 C
Pros
- ✓8K RAW 60p internal recording with active cooling
- ✓Cinema EOS interface and professional video tools
- ✓45MP full-frame stills capability
- ✓4K 120p slow motion
- ✓CFexpress Type B plus SD UHS-II storage
Cons
- –No in-body stabilization
- –Battery life is limited for high-end video
- –Larger body than the EOS R5
E2-S6
Pros
- ✓Super 35 26MP 6K sensor
- ✓6K up to 60fps / 4K up to 100fps
- ✓ProRes + ZRAW internal
- ✓14 stops dynamic range
- ✓1Gb Ethernet + HDMI
Cons
- –Rolling shutter (not global)
- –No built-in ND
- –Requires external monitor for framing
- –EF mount only (adapters for PL/MFT)
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the EOS R5 C and E2-S6 at major authorized retailers.
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R5 C or E2-S6?
EOS R5 C scores 7.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for E2-S6 — 45MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 C and E2-S6?
EOS R5 C is 45 MP and E2-S6 is 26 MP, so the EOS R5 C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the EOS R5 C and E2-S6?
EOS R5 C does not have IBIS, while E2-S6 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 C or the E2-S6?
EOS R5 C reaches 20 fps electronic. E2-S6 reaches 100 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 C and E2-S6?
EOS R5 C weighs 770 g and E2-S6 weighs 1090 g, so the EOS R5 C is 320 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 C and E2-S6 record 4K video?
EOS R5 C: 4K up to 120p. E2-S6: 6K Open Gate (6244 × 4168) (max), 4K up to 100p.
Are the EOS R5 C and E2-S6 weather sealed?
EOS R5 C: Yes. E2-S6: No.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 C launched at $4,499 and E2-S6 at $1,995. The E2-S6 is $2,504 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Z CAM press materials.