Canon
EOS R6 Mark II
Versatile 24.2MP full-frame hybrid with class-leading AF and 4K 60p video.
$2,499
Released Nov 2022
Fujifilm
X-T5
40.2MP APS-C flagship with unrivaled still quality and 20 film simulations.
$1,699
Released Nov 2022
Released within a month of each other.
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EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
X-T5
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TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 12,800)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 72 frames)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 425)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 20 fps)
- BX-T5 has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 24.2 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 × 88 mm
680 g (1.50 lb / 23.99 oz)
X-T5
130 × 91 × 64 mm
557 g (1.23 lb / 19.65 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 9mm wider, 7mm taller, and 25mm thicker than X-T5.
EOS R6 Mark II is 123 g heavier than X-T5.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 64mm X-T5
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 mm
X-T5
130 × 91 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
X-T5
130 × 64 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
X-T5
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
2.3× 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
X-T5
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
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 $800 price gap centers on the choice between the Canon's 40 fps full-frame performance and the Fujifilm's 40.2-megapixel APS-C resolution.
Choose the Canon EOS R6 Mark II if you are an action photographer, as its electronic shutter reaches 40 fps with a deep 180-shot RAW buffer. This high-speed performance allows for capturing rapid movement without the camera slowing down during critical sequences.
Choose the Fujifilm X-T5 if you are a landscape photographer requiring high resolution, as its 40.2-megapixel sensor provides more detail than the Canon. This allows for substantial cropping and large-format printing while maintaining image clarity across the entire frame.
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R6 Mark II
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 12,800 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 72 frames — higher is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 425 — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it
Reasons to choose
X-T5
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 129.5, 91, 63.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I, SDXC V90
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -6.5 EV — lower is better
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 12 fps — higher is better
Weight
557 g vs 680 g — lower is better
Max video bit rate
360 Mbps vs 340 Mbps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
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
X-T5
Pros
- ✓40.2MP APS-C — rivals full-frame for detail
- ✓Compact retro body (557g)
- ✓7-stop IBIS in a small body
- ✓20 film simulations including Velvia, Provia
Cons
- –4K 60p has a 1.29× crop
- –3-way tilt LCD — no full articulation
- –APS-C crop factor (1.5×) for full-frame lenses
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R6 Mark II or X-T5?
X-T5 scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for EOS R6 Mark II — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and X-T5?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and X-T5 is 40.2 MP, so the X-T5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and X-T5 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while x-T5 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the X-T5?
EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. X-T5 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and X-T5?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 680 g and X-T5 weighs 557 g, so the X-T5 is 123 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and X-T5 record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. X-T5: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and X-T5 weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. X-T5: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 580 shots for the X-T5, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and X-T5 at $1,699. The X-T5 is $800 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Fujifilm press materials.