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
OM System
Tough TG-7
Rugged waterproof compact for adventure and macro.
$549
Released Sep 2023
EOS R6 V is 2.6 years newer.
Wins
EOS R6 V
Wins
Tough TG-7
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 V has higher AF points / zones (6097 vs 25)
- AEOS R6 V has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AEOS R6 V has higher ISO max (native) (64,000 vs 12,800)
- AEOS R6 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AEOS R6 V has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 46 frames)
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)
Tough TG-7
114 × 66 × 33 mm
249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
EOS R6 V is 28mm wider, 18mm taller, and 47mm thicker than Tough TG-7.
EOS R6 V is 439 g heavier than Tough TG-7.
Depth (front-to-back): 80mm EOS R6 V · 33mm Tough TG-7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 V
142 × 83 mm
Tough TG-7
114 × 66 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R6 V
142 × 80 mm
Tough TG-7
114 × 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
Tough TG-7: 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
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 141.8, 83.3, 79.7
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
6097 vs 25 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
64,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds RAW, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-7
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 65.8, 32.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
249 g vs 688 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds MOV
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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
Tough TG-7
Pros
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Shockproof
- ✓Macro modes
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Fixed lens
- –Limited low light
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, EOS R6 V or Tough TG-7?
EOS R6 V scores 8.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for Tough TG-7 — 32.5MP — ample resolution for portraits.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 V and Tough TG-7?
EOS R6 V is 32.5 MP and Tough TG-7 is 12 MP, so the EOS R6 V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 V and Tough TG-7 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while tough TG-7 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 V or the Tough TG-7?
EOS R6 V reaches 40 fps electronic. Tough TG-7 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 V and Tough TG-7?
EOS R6 V weighs 688 g and Tough TG-7 weighs 249 g, so the Tough TG-7 is 439 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 V and Tough TG-7 record 4K video?
EOS R6 V: 4K up to 120p. Tough TG-7: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R6 V and Tough TG-7 weather sealed?
EOS R6 V: Yes. Tough TG-7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 V and 640 shots for the Tough TG-7, giving the Tough TG-7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 V launched at $2,499 and Tough TG-7 at $549. The Tough TG-7 is $1,950 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and OM System press materials.