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
PXW-Z200
AI-powered XDCAM with 1-inch Exmor RS sensor, 20x G Lens zoom, 4K60/120p, 12G-SDI, XAVC MXF, variable ND, and RTMP/SRT streaming.
$3,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
PXW-Z200 is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
PXW-Z200
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 25,600)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has lower Weight (670 g vs 1960 g)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 20 fps)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Resolution (24.2 MP vs 14 MP)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 200 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
PXW-Z200
176 × 201 × 371 mm
1960 g (4.32 lb / 69.14 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 37mm narrower, 103mm shorter, and 283mm thinner than PXW-Z200.
EOS R6 Mark II is 1290 g lighter than PXW-Z200.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 371mm PXW-Z200
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
PXW-Z200
176 × 201 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
PXW-Z200
176 × 371 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
PXW-Z200
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
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
PXW-Z200: 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…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Weight
670 g vs 1960 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
PXW-Z200
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds XAVC MXF, XAVC S-I, XAVC HS…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 175.6, 201.3, 371.1
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
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
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓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
PXW-Z200
Pros
- ✓12G-SDI + timecode in/out for broadcast
- ✓XAVC MXF / XAVC S-I / XAVC HS codecs
- ✓AI subject recognition AF + auto framing
- ✓4K up to 60p / 120p slow motion
- ✓Variable ND (1/4–1/128) + S-Cinetone
Cons
- –Premium over HXR-NX800
- –Heavy at 1.96 kg body-only
- –Some MXF features require firmware 2.0+
- –C3 Portal streaming is paid add-on
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the EOS R6 Mark II and PXW-Z200 at major authorized retailers.
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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 PXW-Z200?
EOS R6 Mark II scores 7.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for PXW-Z200 — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and PXW-Z200?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and PXW-Z200 is 14 MP, so the EOS R6 Mark II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and PXW-Z200 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while PXW-Z200 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the PXW-Z200?
EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. PXW-Z200 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and PXW-Z200?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 670 g and PXW-Z200 weighs 1960 g, so the EOS R6 Mark II is 1290 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and PXW-Z200 record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. PXW-Z200: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and PXW-Z200 weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. PXW-Z200: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 640 shots for the PXW-Z200, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and PXW-Z200 at $3,999. The EOS R6 Mark II is $1,500 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.