Canon
EOS R5 Mark II
45MP stacked-sensor powerhouse with 8K 60p RAW internal and 30fps burst.
$4,299
Released Jul 2024
Canon
EOS R6 Mark II
Versatile 24.2MP full-frame hybrid with class-leading AF and 4K 60p video.
$2,499
Released Nov 2022
EOS R5 Mark II is 1.6 years newer.
Wins
EOS R5 Mark II
Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
8 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 Mark II has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 340 Mbps)
- AEOS R5 Mark II has higher RAW buffer depth (600 frames vs 180 frames)
- BEOS R6 Mark II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (760 shots vs 320 shots)
- BEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 51,200)
- AEOS R5 Mark II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R5 Mark II
138 × 101 × 94 mm
746 g (1.64 lb / 26.31 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 × 88 mm
680 g (1.50 lb / 23.99 oz)
EOS R5 Mark II is 3mm taller and 5mm thicker than EOS R6 Mark II.
EOS R5 Mark II is 66 g heavier than EOS R6 Mark II.
Depth (front-to-back): 94mm EOS R5 Mark II · 88mm EOS R6 Mark II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5 Mark II
138 × 101 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.
EOS R5 Mark II
138 × 94 mm
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 88 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5 Mark II
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5 Mark II
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
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
The verdict
The $1800 price gap between these cameras centers on the jump from a 24.2MP sensor to a 45MP stacked BSI CMOS sensor capable of 8K DCI RAW video.
Choose Canon EOS R5 Mark II if you require maximum detail for large-scale printing or professional cinema workflows, as it offers 8K recording at bitrates up to 2600 Mbps and a higher resolution 5.76 million-dot viewfinder.
Choose Canon EOS R6 Mark II if you prioritize endurance and value, as it delivers a significantly higher battery life of 760 CIPA-rated shots and a faster 40 fps electronic burst rate.
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R5 Mark II
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 340 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
600 frames vs 180 frames — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 101.2, 93.5
Codecs
Adds RAW, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Resolution
45 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS R6 Mark II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 98.4, 88.4
Battery life (CIPA)
760 shots vs 320 shots — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 51,200 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Weight
680 g vs 746 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 1053
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R5 Mark II
Pros
- ✓45MP stacked CMOS — speed and resolution
- ✓8K 60p RAW internal recording
- ✓30fps electronic burst at full 45MP
- ✓5.76M dot EVF
Cons
- –Premium $4,299 price
- –Short battery life (320 CIPA shots)
- –Body heat in extended 8K sessions
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
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, EOS R5 Mark II or EOS R6 Mark II?
EOS R6 Mark II scores 8.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for EOS R5 Mark II — Fully articulating screen — see yourself while filming.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R6 Mark II?
EOS R5 Mark II is 45 MP and EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP, so the EOS R5 Mark II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R6 Mark II have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 Mark II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while eOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 Mark II or the EOS R6 Mark II?
EOS R5 Mark II reaches 30 fps electronic. EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R6 Mark II?
EOS R5 Mark II weighs 746 g and EOS R6 Mark II weighs 680 g, so the EOS R6 Mark II is 66 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R6 Mark II record 4K video?
EOS R5 Mark II: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R6 Mark II weather sealed?
EOS R5 Mark II: Yes. EOS R6 Mark II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 320 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 Mark II and 760 shots for the EOS R6 Mark II, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 Mark II launched at $4,299 and EOS R6 Mark II at $2,499. The EOS R6 Mark II is $1,800 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.