Canon
EOS R6 Mark II
Versatile 24.2MP full-frame hybrid with class-leading AF and 4K 60p video.
$2,499
Released Nov 2022
Nikon
Zf
Retro-styled 24.5MP full-frame mirrorless with classic dials, EXPEED 7 AF, 8-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p video.
$2,049
Released Sep 2023
Zf is 10 months newer.
Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
Zf
5 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 273)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (760 shots vs 380 shots)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 64,000)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 30 fps)
- BZf has higher Burst (mechanical) (14 fps vs 12 fps)
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)
Zf
144 × 103 × 49 mm
630 g (1.39 lb / 22.22 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 6mm narrower and 5mm shorter than Zf but it is also 39mm thicker.
EOS R6 Mark II is 50 g heavier than Zf.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 49mm Zf
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 mm
Zf
144 × 103 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
Zf
144 × 49 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Zf
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 Mark II
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
Zf
Nikon Z
90+
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
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R6 Mark II
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4
AF points / zones
1053 vs 273 — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
760 shots vs 380 shots — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 64,000 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Horses, Motorbikes, Aircraft
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Zf
AF low-light limit
-10 EV vs -6.5 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds H.265/HEVC 8-bit, H.265/HEVC 10-bit, H.264/AVC 8-bit
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 144, 103, 49
Card types
Adds MicroSD UHS-I
Subject recognition
Adds Bicycles, Motorcycles, Airplanes
Burst (mechanical)
14 fps vs 12 fps — higher is better
Weight
630 g vs 680 g — lower is better
EVF magnification
0.8 × vs 0.76 × — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — 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
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
Zf
Pros
- ✓Beautiful retro design
- ✓273-point hybrid AF
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Fully articulated touchscreen
Cons
- –No grip extension standard
- –Mixed SD + MicroSD card slots
- –24.5MP only
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, EOS R6 Mark II or Zf?
EOS R6 Mark II scores 7.5/10 versus 6.0/10 for Zf — 4K recording.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Zf?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and Zf is 24.5 MP, so the Zf captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Zf have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while zf has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the Zf?
EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. Zf reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Zf?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 680 g and Zf weighs 630 g, so the Zf is 50 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Zf record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. Zf: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and Zf weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. Zf: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 380 shots for the Zf, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and Zf at $2,049. The Zf is $450 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Nikon press materials.