Canon
EOS R6 V
Video-first 32.5MP full-frame EOS V-series body with 7K RAW 60p, 4K 120p, active cooling, and Canon RF mount.
$2,499
Released May 2026
DJI
Osmo Action 6
Flagship DJI action camera with 1/1.1-inch CMOS sensor, variable f/2.0-f/4.0 lens, 8K 30p video, 4K 120p, 38MP stills, and 20m waterproofing.
$379
Released Nov 2025
EOS R6 V is 6 months newer.
Wins
EOS R6 V
Wins
Osmo Action 6
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 V has higher AF points / zones (6097 vs 0)
- AEOS R6 V has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BOsmo Action 6 has lower Weight (149 g vs 688 g)
- AEOS R6 V has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 20 fps)
- AEOS R6 V has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R6 V
142 × 83 × 80 mm
688 g (1.52 lb / 24.27 oz)
Osmo Action 6
73 × 47 × 33 mm
149 g (0.33 lb / 5.26 oz)
EOS R6 V is 69mm wider, 36mm taller, and 47mm thicker than Osmo Action 6.
EOS R6 V is 539 g heavier than Osmo Action 6.
Depth (front-to-back): 80mm EOS R6 V · 33mm Osmo Action 6
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 V
142 × 83 mm
Osmo Action 6
73 × 47 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R6 V
142 × 80 mm
Osmo Action 6
73 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 V
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
Osmo Action 6: 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 V
AF points / zones
6097 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds RAW, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 141.8, 83.3, 79.7
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS R6 V supports it
Eye AF
Only EOS R6 V supports it
Reasons to choose
Osmo Action 6
Codecs
Adds HEVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 72.8, 47.2, 33.1
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
149 g vs 688 g — lower is better
Resolution
38 MP vs 32.5 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R6 V
Pros
- ✓7K RAW 60p and 7K Open Gate recording
- ✓4K DCI/UHD 120p with no crop
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with people, animal, and vehicle detection
- ✓Active cooling for long-form recording
- ✓Full-size HDMI and dual CFexpress/SD card recording
Cons
- –No built-in EVF
- –Single CFexpress Type B slot plus one SD slot
- –Video-first body may be less ideal for stills-first shooters
- –Battery grip not supported
Osmo Action 6
Pros
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓1/1.1-inch sensor
- ✓Variable f/2.0-f/4.0 aperture
- ✓20m waterproof without case
Cons
- –8K has mode limitations
- –Fixed ultra-wide lens
- –Small sensor vs compact cameras
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, EOS R6 V or Osmo Action 6?
EOS R6 V scores 8.0/10 versus 2.5/10 for Osmo Action 6 — 32.5MP — ample resolution for portraits.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 V and Osmo Action 6?
EOS R6 V is 32.5 MP and Osmo Action 6 is 38 MP, so the Osmo Action 6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 V and Osmo Action 6 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while osmo Action 6 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 V or the Osmo Action 6?
EOS R6 V reaches 40 fps electronic. Osmo Action 6 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 V and Osmo Action 6?
EOS R6 V weighs 688 g and Osmo Action 6 weighs 149 g, so the Osmo Action 6 is 539 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 V and Osmo Action 6 record 4K video?
EOS R6 V: 4K up to 120p. Osmo Action 6: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R6 V and Osmo Action 6 weather sealed?
EOS R6 V: Yes. Osmo Action 6: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 V and 640 shots for the Osmo Action 6, giving the Osmo Action 6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 V launched at $2,499 and Osmo Action 6 at $379. The Osmo Action 6 is $2,120 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and DJI press materials.