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
Sony
Alpha 5000
Ultra-compact entry E-mount body that brought mirrorless to the mass market.
$399
Launch priceReleased Apr 2014
EOS R6 Mark II is 8.6 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
Alpha 5000
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 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)
- BAlpha 5000 has lower Weight (269 g vs 670 g)
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
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Alpha 5000
110 × 63 × 33 mm
269 g (0.59 lb / 9.49 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 29mm wider, 36mm taller, and 56mm thicker than Alpha 5000.
EOS R6 Mark II is 401 g heavier than Alpha 5000.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 33mm Alpha 5000
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
Alpha 5000
110 × 63 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
Alpha 5000
110 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Alpha 5000
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 Mark II
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
Alpha 5000
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
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
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
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
Max video bit rate
340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 5000
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.6, 62.8, 32.7
Weight
269 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
Alpha 5000
Pros
- ✓Very affordable
- ✓Compact
- ✓20MP APS-C
- ✓Flip screen
Cons
- –No EVF
- –Very dated
- –Limited controls
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon EOS R6 Mark II
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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 Alpha 5000?
EOS R6 Mark II scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Alpha 5000 — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Alpha 5000?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and Alpha 5000 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 Alpha 5000 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 5000 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the Alpha 5000?
EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. Alpha 5000 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Alpha 5000?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 670 g and Alpha 5000 weighs 269 g, so the Alpha 5000 is 401 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Alpha 5000 record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 5000: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and Alpha 5000 weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. Alpha 5000: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 640 shots for the Alpha 5000, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and Alpha 5000 at $399. The Alpha 5000 is $2,100 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 Sony press materials.