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
Launch priceReleased May 2026
Sony
Alpha 99 II
42MP A-mount flagship with translucent mirror, 12fps, and 5-axis IBIS for Sony/Minolta lenses.
$3,199
Launch priceReleased Nov 2016
EOS R6 V is 9.5 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R6 V
Wins
Alpha 99 II
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 V has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AEOS R6 V has higher AF points / zones (6097 vs 759)
- AEOS R6 V has higher ISO max (native) (64,000 vs 25,600)
- AEOS R6 V has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 20 fps)
- AEOS R6 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R6 V
142 × 83 × 80 mm
688 g (1.52 lb / 24.27 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 99 II
143 × 105 × 82 mm
849 g (1.87 lb / 29.95 oz)
EOS R6 V is 1mm narrower, 22mm shorter, and 2mm thinner than Alpha 99 II.
EOS R6 V is 161 g lighter than Alpha 99 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 80mm EOS R6 V · 82mm Alpha 99 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 V
142 × 83 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 99 II
143 × 105 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R6 V
142 × 80 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 99 II
143 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Alpha 99 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 V
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
Alpha 99 II: 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 low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 141.8, 83.3, 79.7
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
AF points / zones
6097 vs 759 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
64,000 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds RAW, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 99 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 142.6, 104.8, 81.6
Resolution
42.4 MP vs 32.5 MP — 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
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
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
Alpha 99 II
Pros
- ✓42MP A-mount
- ✓5-axis IBIS
- ✓12fps
- ✓Huge Minolta lens library
Cons
- –A-mount declining
- –Translucent mirror system
- –Large body
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 V or Alpha 99 II?
EOS R6 V scores 10.0/10 versus 8.0/10 for Alpha 99 II — 40fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 V and Alpha 99 II?
EOS R6 V is 32.5 MP and Alpha 99 II is 42.4 MP, so the Alpha 99 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 V and Alpha 99 II have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 99 II has 4.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 V or the Alpha 99 II?
EOS R6 V reaches 40 fps electronic. Alpha 99 II reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 V and Alpha 99 II?
EOS R6 V weighs 688 g and Alpha 99 II weighs 849 g, so the EOS R6 V is 161 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 V and Alpha 99 II record 4K video?
EOS R6 V: 4K up to 120p. Alpha 99 II: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R6 V and Alpha 99 II weather sealed?
EOS R6 V: Yes. Alpha 99 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 V and 640 shots for the Alpha 99 II, giving the Alpha 99 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 V launched at $2,499 and Alpha 99 II at $3,199. The EOS R6 V is $700 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.