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
Lumix ZS300
Large-sensor travel compact with 20.1MP 1-inch BSI CMOS, 15x 24–360mm Leica zoom, 4K30 video, hybrid O.I.S., and USB-C — ZS200 successor without EVF.
$899
Launch priceReleased May 2026
Lumix ZS300 is 3.4 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
Lumix ZS300
1 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 49)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 14 frames)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 12,800)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 100 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
Lumix ZS300
111 × 66 × 45 mm
337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 27mm wider, 32mm taller, and 43mm thicker than Lumix ZS300.
EOS R6 Mark II is 333 g heavier than Lumix ZS300.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 45mm Lumix ZS300
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
Lumix ZS300
111 × 66 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
Lumix ZS300
111 × 45 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lumix ZS300
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
7.4× 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
Lumix ZS300: 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
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
1053 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 14 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix ZS300
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 111.2, 66.4, 45.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
Codecs
Adds MP4
Weight
337 g vs 670 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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 ZS300
Pros
- ✓1-inch 20.1MP BSI sensor
- ✓15x 24–360mm Leica zoom
- ✓4K video + 4K Photo burst
- ✓AF macro from 3 cm
- ✓USB-C + Bluetooth/Wi-Fi sharing
Cons
- –No built-in EVF (vs ZS200)
- –Slow f/3.3–6.4 aperture
- –Fixed rear screen only
- –$100 premium over ZS200 launch
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R6 Mark II or Lumix ZS300?
EOS R6 Mark II scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS300 — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix ZS300?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and Lumix ZS300 is 20.1 MP, so the EOS R6 Mark II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix ZS300 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix ZS300 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the Lumix ZS300?
EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. Lumix ZS300 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix ZS300?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 670 g and Lumix ZS300 weighs 337 g, so the Lumix ZS300 is 333 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix ZS300 record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. Lumix ZS300: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix ZS300 weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. Lumix ZS300: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 360 shots for the Lumix ZS300, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and Lumix ZS300 at $899. The Lumix ZS300 is $1,600 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.