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
Canon
EOS Rebel SL3
World's lightest DSLR with 24MP APS-C, Dual Pixel AF in live view, and vari-angle touchscreen.
$549
Launch priceReleased Apr 2019
EOS R6 Mark II is 3.6 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
EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
EOS Rebel SL3
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 6 frames)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 5 fps)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 25,600)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 5 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to share
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 × 88 mm
670 g (1.48 lb / 23.63 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
EOS Rebel SL3
122 × 93 × 70 mm
449 g (0.99 lb / 15.84 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 16mm wider, 6mm taller, and 19mm thicker than EOS Rebel SL3.
EOS R6 Mark II is 221 g heavier than EOS Rebel SL3.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 70mm EOS Rebel SL3
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
EOS Rebel SL3
122 × 93 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 88 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
EOS Rebel SL3
122 × 70 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
EOS Rebel SL3
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
2.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 Mark II
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
EOS Rebel SL3: mount data unavailable
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 R6 Mark II
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 6 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 5 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 5 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS Rebel SL3
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 122.4, 92.6, 69.8
Weight
449 g vs 670 g — lower is better
EVF magnification
0.78 × vs 0.76 × — higher 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
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
EOS Rebel SL3
Pros
- ✓Lightest DSLR
- ✓Dual Pixel live view AF
- ✓Vari-angle screen
- ✓Affordable
Cons
- –DSLR declining
- –No 4K 60p
- –Single card slot
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the EOS R6 Mark II and EOS Rebel SL3 at major authorized retailers.
Canon EOS R6 Mark II
Canon EOS Rebel SL3
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 landscape, EOS R6 Mark II or EOS Rebel SL3?
EOS R6 Mark II scores 7.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for EOS Rebel SL3 — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and EOS Rebel SL3?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and EOS Rebel SL3 is 24.1 MP, so the EOS R6 Mark II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and EOS Rebel SL3 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while EOS Rebel SL3 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the EOS Rebel SL3?
EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. EOS Rebel SL3 reaches 5 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and EOS Rebel SL3?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 670 g and EOS Rebel SL3 weighs 449 g, so the EOS Rebel SL3 is 221 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and EOS Rebel SL3 record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. EOS Rebel SL3: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and EOS Rebel SL3 weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. EOS Rebel SL3: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 640 shots for the EOS Rebel SL3, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and EOS Rebel SL3 at $549. The EOS Rebel SL3 is $1,950 less.
Can't decide between two? Compare a third camera.
Add any camera to get a three-way EOS R6 Mark II vs EOS Rebel SL3 vs X comparison.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.