Z CAM
E2-F6
Full-frame cinema box with 6K recording, dual native ISO, and EF/PL mount options.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Nov 2022
Z CAM
E2-S6
Super 35 6K cinema box camera with 14 stops DR, EF mount, ProRes/ZRAW internal recording, and 1Gb Ethernet.
$1,995
Launch priceReleased Jun 2020
E2-F6 is 2.4 years newer.
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Wins
E2-F6
Wins
E2-S6
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AE2-F6 has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 500)
- BE2-S6 has higher Burst (electronic) (100 fps vs 20 fps)
- AE2-F6 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AE2-F6 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BE2-S6 has higher Max video bit rate (300 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareE2-F6
112 × 99 × 99 mm
850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
E2-S6
91 × 99 × 122 mm
1090 g (2.40 lb / 38.45 oz)
E2-F6 is 23mm thinner than E2-S6 but it is also 21mm wider.
E2-F6 is 240 g lighter than E2-S6.
Depth (front-to-back): 99mm E2-F6 · 122mm E2-S6
Sensor size, to scale
E2-F6
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
E2-S6
23.4 × 15.67 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
2.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
E2-F6: mount data unavailable
E2-S6
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
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
E2-F6
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 99, 99
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO min (native)
100 vs 500 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
AA filter
Only E2-F6 supports it
Eye AF
Only E2-F6 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only E2-F6 supports it
Reasons to choose
E2-S6
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 91.2, 99.25, 122.25
Card types
Adds CFast 2.0
Burst (electronic)
100 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
Max video bit rate
300 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
26 MP vs 24.4 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
- ✓Headphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support headphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
E2-F6
Pros
- ✓Full-frame 6K
- ✓Dual native ISO
- ✓ZRAW & ProRes
- ✓Compact box form
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Box ergonomics
- –Requires accessories
E2-S6
Pros
- ✓Super 35 26MP 6K sensor
- ✓6K up to 60fps / 4K up to 100fps
- ✓ProRes + ZRAW internal
- ✓14 stops dynamic range
- ✓1Gb Ethernet + HDMI
Cons
- –Rolling shutter (not global)
- –No built-in ND
- –Requires external monitor for framing
- –EF mount only (adapters for PL/MFT)
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the E2-F6 and E2-S6 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 wildlife, E2-F6 or E2-S6?
E2-F6 scores 9.0/10 versus 2.5/10 for E2-S6 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the E2-F6 and E2-S6?
E2-F6 is 24.4 MP and E2-S6 is 26 MP, so the E2-S6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the E2-F6 and E2-S6 have in-body image stabilization?
E2-F6 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while E2-S6 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the E2-F6 or the E2-S6?
E2-F6 reaches 20 fps electronic. E2-S6 reaches 100 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the E2-F6 and E2-S6?
E2-F6 weighs 850 g and E2-S6 weighs 1090 g, so the E2-F6 is 240 g lighter.
Do the E2-F6 and E2-S6 record 4K video?
E2-F6: 6K (max), 4K up to 120p. E2-S6: 6K Open Gate (6244 × 4168) (max), 4K up to 100p.
Are the E2-F6 and E2-S6 weather sealed?
E2-F6: Yes. E2-S6: No.
How much does each cost?
E2-F6 launched at $1,999 and E2-S6 at $1,995. The E2-S6 is $4 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.