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
Panasonic
HC-X1200
Entry 4K60p camcorder with 1/2.5-inch MOS sensor, 24x 25–600mm zoom, face-detection AF, and compact run-and-gun design.
$1,299
Launch priceReleased Mar 2021
EOS R6 Mark II is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
HC-X1200
3 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 AF points / zones (1053 vs 225)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 25,600)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 11 fps)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 60 frames)
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
HC-X1200
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 4mm wider, 7mm taller, and 16mm thicker than HC-X1200.
EOS R6 Mark II is 90 g heavier than HC-X1200.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 72mm HC-X1200
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
HC-X1200
134 × 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
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85.6 × 54 mm
HC-X1200
134 × 72 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
HC-X1200
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
3.8× 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
HC-X1200: 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 -4 EV — lower is better
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
AF points / zones
1053 vs 225 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
HC-X1200
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Codecs
Adds ProRes
Weight
580 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
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both 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
HC-X1200
Pros
- ✓4K 60p at accessible price
- ✓24x 25–600mm f/1.8–4.0 zoom
- ✓Face Detection AF/AE
- ✓5-axis HYBRID O.I.S.+
- ✓USB-PD charging
Cons
- –No SDI output
- –1/2.5-inch sensor
- –No pro XLR handle included
- –Entry-level codec options
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the EOS R6 Mark II and HC-X1200 at major authorized retailers.
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R6 Mark II or HC-X1200?
EOS R6 Mark II scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for HC-X1200 — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and HC-X1200?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and HC-X1200 is 8.29 MP, so the EOS R6 Mark II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and HC-X1200 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while HC-X1200 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the HC-X1200?
EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. HC-X1200 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and HC-X1200?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 670 g and HC-X1200 weighs 580 g, so the HC-X1200 is 90 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and HC-X1200 record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. HC-X1200: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and HC-X1200 weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. HC-X1200: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 640 shots for the HC-X1200, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and HC-X1200 at $1,299. The HC-X1200 is $1,200 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Panasonic press materials.