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 7R II
Historic 42MP mirrorless that proved high-resolution full-frame could work.
$3,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2015
EOS R6 Mark II is 7.4 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
Alpha 7R II
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 5 fps)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 25,600)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 399)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (760 shots vs 290 shots)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 5 fps)
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
Alpha 7R II
127 × 96 × 60 mm
625 g (1.38 lb / 22.05 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 12mm wider, 3mm taller, and 28mm thicker than Alpha 7R II.
EOS R6 Mark II is 45 g heavier than Alpha 7R II.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 60mm Alpha 7R II
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 7R II
127 × 96 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
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R II
127 × 60 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Alpha 7R II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 Mark II
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
Alpha 7R II
✓ 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 -2 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 5 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 25,600 — higher is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 399 — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
760 shots vs 290 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R II
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.9, 95.7, 60.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD, MP4
Resolution
42.4 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
Weight
625 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
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
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 7R II
Pros
- ✓42MP milestone
- ✓5-axis IBIS
- ✓Historic importance
Cons
- –Very dated AF
- –Old video
- –Superseded many times
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 sports, EOS R6 Mark II or Alpha 7R II?
EOS R6 Mark II scores 9.0/10 versus 2.5/10 for Alpha 7R II — 40fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Alpha 7R II?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and Alpha 7R II is 42.4 MP, so the Alpha 7R II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Alpha 7R II have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7R II has 4.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the Alpha 7R II?
EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. Alpha 7R II reaches 5 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Alpha 7R II?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 670 g and Alpha 7R II weighs 625 g, so the Alpha 7R II is 45 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Alpha 7R II record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R II: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and Alpha 7R II weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. Alpha 7R II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 290 shots for the Alpha 7R II, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and Alpha 7R II at $3,199. The EOS R6 Mark II is $700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.