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EOS R6 Mark II

Canon

EOS R6 Mark II

Versatile 24.2MP full-frame hybrid with class-leading AF and 4K 60p video.

$2,499

Launch price

Released Nov 2022

vs
X4

Insta360

X4

8K 360 action camera with dual 1/2-inch sensors, 72MP photos, 4K60 single-lens mode, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproofing.

$499

Launch price

Released Apr 2024

X4 is 1.4 years newer.

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Wins

9categories

EOS R6 Mark II

Sports & ActionPortrait

Wins

2categories

X4

Sports & ActionTravel

2 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

EOS R6 Mark II wins 3 categories·X4 wins 2 categories
  • AEOS R6 Mark II has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 0)
  • AEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 6,400)
  • BX4 has lower Weight (203 g vs 670 g)
  • BX4 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 24.2 MP)
  • AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 20 fps)

Key specs at a glance

EOS R6 Mark IIX4
Resolution24.2 MP72 MP
SensorFull Frame1/2"
ISO max102,4006,400
Burst40 fps20 fps
4K60 fps60 fps
IBIS8-stopNo
Weight670 g203 g
Battery760 shots640 shots

Size and weight, to scale

EOS R6 Mark II front view

EOS R6 Mark II

138 × 98 × 88 mm

670 g (1.48 lb / 23.63 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

X4 front view

X4

46 × 124 × 38 mm

203 g (0.45 lb / 7.16 oz)

EOS R6 Mark II is 25mm shorter than X4 but it is also 92mm wider and 51mm thicker.

EOS R6 Mark II is 467 g heavier than X4.

Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 38mm X4

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

EOS R6 Mark II back view

EOS R6 Mark II

138 × 98 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

X4 back view

X4

46 × 124 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

EOS R6 Mark II top view

EOS R6 Mark II

138 × 88 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

X4 top view

X4

46 × 38 mm

Sensor size, to scale

EOS R6 Mark II

35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame

858 mm² area

Lens ecosystem

Native lens selection

EOS R6 Mark II

✓ more lenses

Canon RF

105+

native lenses available

45 first-party60 third-party

X4: 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

Use caseEOS R6 Mark IIX4
Portrait
8.5Excellent✓ wins
3.0Limited
Sports & Action
9.0Excellent✓ wins
7.0Good
Video & Hybrid
7.5Good✓ wins
6.5Good
Landscape
7.0Good✓ wins
5.0Fair
Travel
7.5Good✓ wins
7.0Good
Wildlife
6.5Good✓ wins
5.5Fair
Vlogging
8.0Excellent✓ wins
5.0Fair

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

EOS R6 Mark II

  • AF points / zones

    1053 vs 0 — higher is better

  • Subject recognition

    Adds People, Dogs, Cats…

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II

  • ISO max (native)

    102,400 vs 6,400 — higher is better

  • AA filter

    Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it

  • Eye AF

    Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it

  • Animal / bird AF

    Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it

Reasons to choose

X4

  • Stabilization modes

    Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, Active HDR

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 46, 123.6, 37.6

  • Card types

    Adds microSD

  • Weight

    203 g vs 670 g — lower is better

  • Resolution

    72 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ISO min (native)Both 100
  • Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseBoth support pre-capture / pre-release
  • 4K max frame rateBoth 60 fps
  • Weather sealingBoth support weather sealing
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi

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

X4

Pros

  • 8K 360 video
  • 72MP 360 photos
  • 4K60 single-lens mode
  • 10m waterproof

Cons

  • 360 workflow needs reframing
  • 8K runtime ~75 min
  • Larger than Ace Pro

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

EOS R6 Mark II
X4
Resolution
24.2 MP
72 MP3× more
Sensor type
Full Frame CMOS
Dual 1/2" CMOS (360°)
Sensor size
35.9 × 23.9 mm
1/2"
AA filter
Yes
EOS R6 Mark II
X4
Aperture
f/1.9
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
6.7 mm
EOS R6 Mark II
X4
Processor
DIGIC X
Image processor
EOS R6 Mark II
X4
ISO min (native)
100
100
ISO max (native)
102,400+4 stops
6,400
ISO max (expanded)
204,800
6,400
EOS R6 Mark II
X4
Shutter type
Mechanical + Electronic
Electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/8000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec
1/8000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for portraits, EOS R6 Mark II or X4?

EOS R6 Mark II scores 8.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for X4 — 24.2MP — solid resolution.

What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and X4?

EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and X4 is 72 MP, so the X4 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the EOS R6 Mark II and X4 have in-body image stabilization?

EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while X4 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).

Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the X4?

EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. X4 reaches 20 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and X4?

EOS R6 Mark II weighs 670 g and X4 weighs 203 g, so the X4 is 467 g lighter.

Do the EOS R6 Mark II and X4 record 4K video?

EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. X4: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.

Are the EOS R6 Mark II and X4 weather sealed?

EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. X4: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 640 shots for the X4, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.

How much does each cost?

EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and X4 at $499. The X4 is $2,000 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 Insta360 press materials.