Nikon
Z6 II
24MP hybrid workhorse before the Z6 III generation.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
Nikon
ZR
Compact Nikon RED full-frame 6K cinema camera with R3D NE RAW, 32-bit float audio, 7.5-stop VR, and Z mount.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
ZR is 4.9 years newer.
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Wins
Z6 II
Wins
ZR
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AZ6 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (14 fps vs 0 fps)
- BZR has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 14 fps)
- BZR has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BZR has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- BZR has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 5 stops)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareZ6 II
134 × 101 × 70 mm
615 g (1.36 lb / 21.69 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
ZR
134 × 81 × 49 mm
630 g (1.39 lb / 22.22 oz)
Z6 II is 20mm taller and 21mm thicker than ZR.
Z6 II is 15 g lighter than ZR.
Depth (front-to-back): 70mm Z6 II · 49mm ZR
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Z6 II
134 × 101 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
ZR
134 × 81 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Z6 II
134 × 70 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
ZR
134 × 49 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Z6 II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
ZR
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Z6 II
✓ more lensesNikon Z
90+
native lenses available
ZR
✓ more lensesNikon Z
90+
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
Z6 II
Burst (mechanical)
14 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265/HEVC, H.264/AVC
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B / XQD, SD UHS-II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 100.5, 69.5
Weight
615 g vs 630 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
ZR
Codecs
Adds R3D NE, N-RAW, ProRes RAW HQ…
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, XQD, MicroSD UHS-I
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 14 fps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Birds, Cars, Bicycles…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 80.5, 49
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only ZR supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 24.5 MP
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Z6 II
Pros
- ✓Proven hybrid
- ✓Dual slots
- ✓Good video
Cons
- –Superseded by Z6 III
- –24MP
- –Older AF
ZR
Pros
- ✓6K/60p R3D NE RAW
- ✓32-bit float audio
- ✓7.5-stop stabilization
- ✓Compact 535g cinema body
Cons
- –No built-in EVF
- –Cinema-first ergonomics
- –Single CFexpress plus MicroSD workflow
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Z6 II or ZR?
ZR scores 10.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Z6 II — 120fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Z6 II and ZR?
Both cameras share the same 24.5 MP resolution.
Do the Z6 II and ZR have in-body image stabilization?
Z6 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while ZR has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Z6 II or the ZR?
Z6 II reaches 14 fps electronic. ZR reaches 120 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Z6 II and ZR?
Z6 II weighs 615 g and ZR weighs 630 g, so the Z6 II is 15 g lighter.
Do the Z6 II and ZR record 4K video?
Z6 II: 4K up to 60p. ZR: 6K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Z6 II and ZR weather sealed?
Z6 II: Yes. ZR: Yes.
How much does each cost?
Z6 II launched at $1,999 and ZR at $2,199. The Z6 II is $200 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Nikon press materials.