Canon
EOS R6 Mark II
Versatile 24.2MP full-frame hybrid with class-leading AF and 4K 60p video.
$2,499
Released Nov 2022
Panasonic
Lumix S9
Compact full-frame L-mount for creators with LUT and social-first features.
$1,499
Released May 2024
Lumix S9 is 1.5 years newer.
Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
Lumix S9
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TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 0 fps)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 51,200)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (760 shots vs 470 shots)
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)
Lumix S9
126 × 74 × 47 mm
486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 12mm wider, 25mm taller, and 42mm thicker than Lumix S9.
EOS R6 Mark II is 194 g heavier than Lumix S9.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 47mm Lumix S9
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 mm
Lumix S9
126 × 74 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
Lumix S9
126 × 47 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lumix S9
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 Mark II
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
Lumix S9: 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
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4
AA filter
Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 51,200 — higher is better
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -6 EV — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it
Internal RAW video
Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it
Reasons to choose
Lumix S9
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126, 73.9, 46.7
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4
Weight
486 g vs 680 g — lower is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 180 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 24.2 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓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
Lumix S9
Pros
- ✓Ultra compact FF
- ✓Creator LUT features
- ✓Open gate
Cons
- –No EVF
- –Single slot
- –Limited pro controls
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, EOS R6 Mark II or Lumix S9?
Lumix S9 scores 10.0/10 versus 8.0/10 for EOS R6 Mark II — Fully articulating screen — see yourself while filming.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix S9?
Both cameras share the same 24.2 MP resolution.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix S9 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix S9 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the Lumix S9?
EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. Lumix S9 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix S9?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 680 g and Lumix S9 weighs 486 g, so the Lumix S9 is 194 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix S9 record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. Lumix S9: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix S9 weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. Lumix S9: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 470 shots for the Lumix S9, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and Lumix S9 at $1,499. The Lumix S9 is $1,000 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Panasonic press materials.