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
Hasselblad
X2D II 100C
Second-gen 100MP medium format flagship with faster AF, improved IBIS, and Hasselblad Natural Colour.
$8,499
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
X2D II 100C is 2.8 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
X2D II 100C
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX2D II 100C has higher Resolution (100 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- 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 3 fps)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 425)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 × 88 mm
670 g (1.48 lb / 23.63 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X2D II 100C
149 × 106 × 75 mm
840 g (1.85 lb / 29.63 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 10mm narrower and 8mm shorter than X2D II 100C but it is also 13mm thicker.
EOS R6 Mark II is 170 g lighter than X2D II 100C.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 75mm X2D II 100C
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
X2D II 100C
149 × 106 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
X2D II 100C
149 × 75 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
X2D II 100C
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Full Frame
1441 mm² area
1.7× 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
X2D II 100C: 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
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -2 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
Subject recognition
Adds Dogs, Cats, Birds…
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 3 fps — higher is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 425 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X2D II 100C
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 148.5, 106, 75
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Resolution
100 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animals, Vehicles
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
EVF magnification
1 × vs 0.76 × — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 180 frames — 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
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
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
X2D II 100C
Pros
- ✓100MP medium format
- ✓7-stop IBIS
- ✓Faster AF than X2D
- ✓Stunning color science
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files
- –Not for action
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the EOS R6 Mark II and X2D II 100C at major authorized retailers.
Canon EOS R6 Mark II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, EOS R6 Mark II or X2D II 100C?
EOS R6 Mark II scores 8.5/10 versus 6.0/10 for X2D II 100C — 24.2MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and X2D II 100C?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and X2D II 100C is 100 MP, so the X2D II 100C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and X2D II 100C have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while X2D II 100C has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the X2D II 100C?
EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. X2D II 100C reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and X2D II 100C?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 670 g and X2D II 100C weighs 840 g, so the EOS R6 Mark II is 170 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and X2D II 100C record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. X2D II 100C: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and X2D II 100C weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. X2D II 100C: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 466 shots for the X2D II 100C, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and X2D II 100C at $8,499. The EOS R6 Mark II is $6,000 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Hasselblad press materials.