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Canon EOS R6 Mark II Camera Review

Tested using Methodology v0.12.1
Review updated Feb 16, 2024 at 02:52 pm
Latest change: Writing modified Oct 02, 2024 at 09:20 am
Canon EOS R6 Mark II Picture
7.9
Travel Photography
8.2
Landscape Photography
8.3
Sport & Wildlife Photography
8.6
Raw Photo Performance
7.8
Vlogging
9.2
Studio Video
5.8
Action Video

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is a full-frame mirrorless camera and the follow-up to 2020's Canon EOS R6. The Mark II has a few notable upgrades, including a higher-resolution sensor and EVF, along with an updated autofocus system with better tracking and subject-detection algorithms. Canon also addressed some of the minor drawbacks of the original R6 for advanced video work, as there's no longer a recording time limit, no crop in 4k, and better heat management to prevent overheating during long recording sessions. While these changes may not be enough to warrant an upgrade if you already own the R6, they're thoughtful improvements that make an already amazing camera even better.

Our Verdict

7.9 Travel Photography

The Canon R6 II is good for travel if you don't mind a bulkier kit. Image quality is fantastic, and the camera has a well-built, weather-sealed body to give you some peace of mind while shooting outdoors, not to mention superb ergonomics. On top of that, it has in-body image stabilization, which can help reduce camera shake and let you get clearer shots at slower shutter speeds. Its battery life is also excellent for a mirrorless camera.

Pros
  • Excellent photo battery life.
  • Fantastic image quality.
  • Well-built, weather-sealed body.
  • In-body image stabilization.
Cons
  • Not especially portable.
  • Doesn't support use while USB charging.
8.2 Landscape Photography

The Canon R6 Mark II is great for landscape photography. Its high-resolution full-frame sensor is ideal for capturing detailed photos with plenty of dynamic range in high-contrast landscapes. It also does an excellent job of keeping noise to a minimum in low light. Aside from its image quality, it's also a very well-built camera with excellent ergonomics. Though its screen isn't the brightest or sharpest, it has a relatively high-resolution EVF. That said, it's a heavy camera, and full-frame lenses can add some bulk, so it isn't the most convenient to take on long hikes or shooting sessions.

Pros
  • Excellent photo battery life.
  • Fantastic image quality.
  • Well-built, weather-sealed body.
  • Wide dynamic range.
Cons
  • Not especially portable.
  • Screen doesn't get too bright.
8.3 Sport & Wildlife Photography

The Canon R6 Mark II is great for taking photos of faster subjects, including sports and wildlife. It has a quick max burst rate and a deep buffer, though it's slow to empty if you manage to fill it up. The camera also has an incredibly effective autofocus system with reliable subject-detection modes for people, animals, and even vehicles. Image quality is generally fantastic, and it performs well even in low light. Plus, it's weather-sealed and feels great in the hand, with well-placed and customizable controls.

Pros
  • Fantastic image quality.
  • Well-built, weather-sealed body.
  • Quick burst shooting.
  • Remarkable autofocus.
Cons
  • Not especially portable.
  • Slow buffer empty time.
8.6 Raw Photo Performance

The Canon R6 Mark II has excellent RAW photo performance. It does a great job of managing noise levels in dimmer lighting conditions. Images also look sharp and detailed thanks to its high-resolution sensor. Its dynamic range is also fantastic, allowing you to capture high-contrast scenes with a greater level of detail preservation in the highlights and shadows.

Pros
  • Wide dynamic range.
  • Great low light noise handling.
Cons
7.8 Vlogging

The Canon R6 Mark II can be good for vlogging, depending on the type of vlog you want to create, though it's also likely overkill for most vloggers and content creators. Video quality is excellent, with oversampled 4k video at up to 60 fps, along with high frame rate recording in 1080p for slow-motion flourishes. The fully articulated screen lets you monitor yourself more easily. The camera also has near-flawless autofocus tracking, including video-specific settings that prevent it from hunting for new subjects if the tracked subject leaves the frame. That said, this isn't the camera to reach for if you want something portable and lightweight for walk-and-talk vlogs.

Pros
  • In-body image stabilization.
  • Fully articulated touchscreen.
  • Impressive video quality.
Cons
  • Not very portable for on-the-go video recording.
9.2 Studio Video

The Canon R6 Mark II is fantastic for studio video. It can record oversampled 4k video at up to 60 fps without a crop, and video quality is impressive. It also supports 10-bit 4:2:2 internally to preserve a wider range of color information, and it can output 6k RAW video to a compatible external recorder. You also get dual SD card slots and a full set of inputs for peripherals like a mic and headphones. It also has no recording time limit and great heat management to help prevent overheating.

Pros
  • In-body image stabilization.
  • 6k RAW recording via external recorder.
  • Up to 4k / 60 fps without crop.
  • 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording.
  • Dual SD card slots.
Cons
  • Doesn't support use while USB charging.
5.8 Action Video

The Canon R6 II isn't designed for POV-style action video, but it's a good choice if you want to film sports or action from the sidelines. Video quality is great, and it can shoot 4k / 60 fps video without a crop. That said, 120 fps recording is limited to 1080p without sound, which isn't bad, but frame rate options are still limited compared to a dedicated action camera. It's also on the bulkier side. Though it's well-built and weather-sealed, it isn't waterproof.

Pros
  • In-body image stabilization.
  • Impressive video quality.
Cons
  • Not waterproof.
  • Not designed to be mounted to action cam rigs for POV footage.
  • Not very portable for on-the-go video recording.
  • 7.9 Travel Photography
  • 8.2 Landscape Photography
  • 8.3 Sport & Wildlife Photography
  • 8.6 Raw Photo Performance
  • 7.8 Vlogging
  • 9.2 Studio Video
  • 5.8 Action Video
  1. Updated Oct 02, 2024: We added comparisons to the Nikon Z 6III in the Video Features, 4k Video Frame Rate, and 4k Video Rolling Shutter Effect boxes.
  2. Updated Feb 16, 2024: Touch-ups throughout the review for clarity of text.
  3. Updated Jan 29, 2024: Added text to the 'Raw Photo Performance' verdict box and updated the 'Battery' box with more information about external power delivery.
  4. Updated Jan 29, 2024: Converted to Test Bench 0.12.1.
  5. Updated Oct 17, 2023: Added a link to the Panasonic LUMIX S5 II in the Video Features section.
  6. Updated Jun 15, 2023: Added a link to the Fujifilm X-H2S in the 'Video Features' section.
  7. Updated May 10, 2023: Added a link to the Canon EOS R8 in the 'Portability' box.
  8. Updated May 03, 2023: We noticed our 'Photo RAW Sharpness' test scene had some Lightroom processing enabled when we originally exported the file, so we've reuploaded the test scene without additional processing. We also had some compatibility issues with Canon's new CR3 files when testing 'Photo RAW Noise', so we re-ran the test using converted DNG files and ensured our software was up-to-date. We've adjusted the RAW noise score and text accordingly.
  9. Updated Apr 05, 2023: Added a link to the Canon EOS R7 in the 'Portability' section.
  10. Updated Feb 22, 2023: Review published.
  11. Updated Feb 16, 2023: Early access published.
  12. Updated Jan 30, 2023: Our testers have started testing this product.
  13. Updated Jan 30, 2023: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
  14. Updated Jan 25, 2023: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.

Differences Between Sizes And Variants

The Canon R6 Mark II comes in one color variant: 'Black'. You can see our unit's label here.

You can buy the camera body on its own without a lens or bundled with either the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM kit lens or the more premium Canon RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM lens.

Let us know if you come across any other variants, and we'll update our review.

Compared To Other Cameras

The Canon R6 Mark II is a notable step up from its predecessor, the Canon EOS R6, which is itself a fantastic enthusiast-level hybrid camera. With a new 24-megapixel sensor, it now matches up to other enthusiast cameras in its class for resolution. It also sets itself apart from other models with 40 fps e-shutter burst shooting and uncropped 4k / 60 fps video recording, not to mention internal 10-bit 4:2:2 recording capability and 6k RAW video output over HDMI with a compatible external recorder.

If you're looking for other options, check out our recommendations for the best mirrorless cameras, the best cameras for photography, and the best 4k cameras.

Canon EOS R6

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is the mid-cycle refresh of the Canon EOS R6. While the Mark II does offer some notable improvements and quality-of-life upgrades, they're very similarly performing cameras overall. Some of the updates include a higher-resolution sensor with a faster readout speed, an updated autofocus system, and video quality-of-life upgrades like no recording time limits, no 4k crop, and better heat management. While these aren't game-changing updates, they are an improvement that might cinch the deal for you if you're trying to decide between these two cameras. That said, the original EOS R6 is still a fantastic camera, and the Mark II likely isn't worth the upgrade if you already own the older model.

Canon EOS R8

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is better overall than the Canon EOS R8, but they sit at different price points. Though they use the same sensor, the R6 Mark II has more to offer, with external RAW video output, a higher-resolution EVF, and in-body image stabilization. It's also weather-sealed, has a mechanical shutter option, and offers more physical controls and dials, along with dual SD card slots and a much better battery life.

Canon EOS R7

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II and the Canon EOS R7 are great cameras but use different-sized sensors. The R6 Mark II uses a full-frame sensor, so it's better suited to low-light shooting than the R7, which uses an APS-C sensor. Both cameras have excellent autofocus performance and boast advanced video specs and quick burst rates, but the R6 II is the way to go if you need full-frame image quality.

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is better overall than the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV, but they're both fantastic cameras suitable for professional use. The R6 Mark II is a newer mirrorless camera with a more sophisticated autofocus system and faster burst rate, making it a better choice for sports and action photography. It also has better noise handling for low-light situations. That being said, the 5D Mark IV has a more established lineup of native lens options that you can use without an adapter, including more affordable options. It's also a bit more tank-like in build, so it can withstand more extensive use. Plus, it's a DSLR, so it has a longer battery life, and you don't have to worry about lag or eye strain with its optical viewfinder.

Sony α7 III

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is better than the Sony α7 III. It has better ergonomics, weather-sealing, more effective IBIS and autofocus, and better video specs, making it more well-rounded for hybrid shooters. That said, the Sony camera has a more established lens ecosystem and captures similarly high image quality.

Sony α7 IV

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II and the Sony α7 IV are very evenly matched enthusiast cameras. The Sony has a higher-resolution sensor, but the Canon performs a little better in low light. Both can handle advanced video work, with internal 10-bit 4k at up to 60 fps, though the Sony imposes a significant crop on 4k / 60 fps video. The Canon also has a faster burst rate when shooting in uncompressed RAW. Ultimately, if you're choosing between these, the decision will come down to personal preference, ergonomic preferences, and lens selection.

Canon EOS RP

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is better overall than the Canon EOS RP, but the RP is still a good option if you want a more portable and more affordable full-frame camera. The RP can still take excellent photos, and both cameras use the same lens mount, but the R6 Mark II is a more capable camera body, with a better build quality, a higher-resolution EVF, in-body image stabilization, and more advanced video features, including more frame rate options and better internal recording specs.

Canon EOS 6D Mark II

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is better than the Canon EOS 6D Mark II. The 6D Mark II is a DSLR, so it does have a better battery life and an optical viewfinder, but the newer mirrorless R6 Mark II has more advantages. That includes a more effective autofocus system, a more portable body, in-body image stabilization, and better video features.

Nikon Z f

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is better overall than the Nikon Z f. The Canon has better video features, with slightly better internal and external video recording capabilities and uncropped 4k recording at 60 fps. It also has a longer battery life and slightly more effective autofocus. However, the Nikon offers a unique retro-style design that may appeal to some users more.

Nikon Z 6III

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II and the Nikon Z 6III are both well-rounded full-frame mirrorless cameras, but the Nikon outpaces the Canon in a few areas. It has slightly better video specs, less rolling shutter, a higher-resolution EVF, and faster mechanical burst shooting. It's hard to go wrong with either of these cameras, but if you're looking for the best in the class, go with the Nikon.

Fujifilm X-H2S

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II and the Fujifilm X-H2S are amazing hybrid cameras but use different sensors. The Fujifilm uses an APS-C sensor, so it doesn't have as much dynamic range as the Canon's full-frame sensor, which is also better suited to low-light shooting. Both cameras suit action photography well, with effective autofocus systems and quick e-shutter burst shooting. However, the Fujifilm's sensor has a stacked design that keeps rolling shutter distortion to a minimum. Both cameras have fantastic internal video recording capability, but the Fujifilm can record 6.2k video and has internal Apple ProRes support.

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Test Results

perceptual testing image
Design
3.6
Design
Portability
Height
3.9" (10.0 cm)
Width
5.4" (13.8 cm)
Depth
3.5" (8.8 cm)
Volume
74.1 in³ (1,214.4 cm³)
Weight
1.51 lbs (0.68 kg)

The Canon R6 Mark II has the same dimensions as the Canon EOS R6. While it's more portable than most full-frame DSLRs, it's still a heavy camera, so it isn't the most convenient option to carry around during long days on the go. If you'd prefer a more portable full-frame camera, consider the Canon EOS R8, which uses the same sensor as the R6 II.

8.0
Design
Build Quality

Build quality is great and comparable to the original Canon EOS R6. It's made mostly of plastic and magnesium alloy. The buttons and dials offer good physical feedback and feel sturdy, as does the screen swivel mechanism. It's also weather-sealed for a bit of added peace of mind in adverse weather conditions, with locking hinged doors covering your card slot and battery compartments.

Design
Body
Body Type
SLR-Style
Water Resistance
Weather-Sealed
Mirrorless
Yes
Rugged
No
Hot Shoe
Yes
Customizable Button
Yes
Command Dial
3
Tripod Mount
Yes
Lens Mount
RF Mount
Built-In Flash
No
Fastest Shutter Speed
1/8,000 s

There are a couple of design changes on this model compared to its predecessor. For one, there's now a dedicated photo/video mode toggle, and the On/Off switch has been moved and redesigned. The 'Lock' function is now between the 'On' and 'Off' settings. Canon also redesigned the joystick on the back of the camera; you can see the original R6 controller here and the R6 Mark II here. Finally, the hot shoe has been upgraded to what Canon calls a 'multi-function shoe', which includes a 21-pin electronic interface that's supposed to offer more functionality with certain accessories.

Design
In The Box

  • Canon EOS R6 Mark II camera body
  • Sensor cap
  • Hot shoe cover
  • Shoulder strap
  • 1x Canon LP-E6NH battery
  • Battery charger
  • Instruction manual

9.5
Design
Ergonomics & Comfort
Hand Grip: Small Hand
Yes
Hand Grip: Medium Hand
Yes
Hand Grip: Large Hand
Yes
Hand Grip: Extra-Large Hand
Yes

The camera has fantastic ergonomics. It feels great in the hand and is suitable for most hand sizes. All in all, the controls are well-placed, with all key buttons and dials within easy reach of your fingers. You can also customize many of the buttons and dials to suit your preferences. The textured grip and thumb rest on the back are both comfortable and sufficiently grippy. The shutter button offers slightly more resistance when half-pressing than the original Canon EOS R6, though the difference is subtle.

Design
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Type
Electronic
Advertised Coverage
100%
Advertised Resolution
3.69 million dots
Advertised Magnification
0.76

The EVF has been upgraded to an increasingly common 3.69 million dot resolution, which is great and a step up from the Canon EOS R6's 2.36 million dots. The image looks nice and sharp through the viewfinder, and the rubber eyecup is comfortable.

9.0
Design
Screen
Screen Articulation Type
Fully-Articulated
Screen Max Brightness
517 cd/m²
Advertised Resolution
1.62 million dots
Size
3.0" (7.5 cm)
Touchscreen
Yes

The screen is about the same size as its predecessor's, with a high resolution and decent brightness. It's fully articulated, which is good for video work, and it has full touch navigation.

9.0
Design
Menu System
Guide Mode
Yes
App Name
Canon Camera Connect

The menu system is excellent and intuitively organized, just like older Canon cameras. The options are extensive but not overwhelming, and there are plenty of customization options to tailor the settings exactly to your liking. Pressing the 'Info' button when available brings up the 'Help' function, which provides detailed explanations of some of the more complicated features and settings.

not tested
Design
Built-In Lens
Maximum Aperture
No built-in lens
Max Aperture (Full-Frame Equivalent)
N/A
Minimum Focal Length
N/A
Maximum Focal Length
N/A
Max Focal Length (Full-Frame Equivalent)
N/A
Optical Image Stabilization
No
Luminance
N/A
Light Falloff
N/A
Design
Sensor
Sensor Type
CMOS
Advertised Effective Pixels
24.2 MP
Sensor Size
Full Frame
Processor
DIGIC X
Extended ISO Minimum
50
Native ISO Minimum (Base ISO)
100
Native ISO Maximum
102,400
Tested Firmware
Ver.1.1.1

The Canon R6 Mark II uses a new, slightly higher-resolution sensor compared to its predecessor, as well as a more efficient processor, which accounts for its longer battery life and improved heat management when recording video.

8.3
Design
Battery
Battery Type
Canon LP-E6NH
USB Charging
Yes
Power Delivery While Recording
Yes
Advertised Battery Life In Photo
580 photos
Tested Battery Life In Video
92 min

The Canon R6 Mark II has a fantastic battery life for photos, though the camera doesn't support use while charging. It's CIPA-rated for 580 shots when shooting with the screen, which is excellent for a mirrorless camera. That said, it's only rated for 320 shots when shooting through the EVF. You can bump that up to 760 and 450 shots, respectively, if you use the camera's power-saving mode. Ultimately, CIPA ratings tend to fall on the conservative side, and your real-world mileage will also vary depending on how you use your camera, so take these numbers with a grain of salt.

Video battery life is fairly typical at about an hour and a half of continuous 4k video recording. Unlike the Canon EOS R6, we didn't experience any overheat interruptions during our testing, so heat management has improved, as well. If you need to extend the camera's battery life, you can use a USB power delivery adapter or charger. Canon sells its own PD-E1 adapter, but any adapter of at least 30W should work.

Photo General
7.4
Photo General
Photo Shooting Speed
Low Speed Continuous
3 fps
High Speed Continuous
11 fps
Silent Shooting Continuous
38 fps
Raw Buffer Size
97 Photos
JPEG Buffer Size
10,000 Photos
Buffer Empty Time
17 s

The Canon EOS R6 II has a quick max burst rate for sports and action photography. With its electronic shutter, it can fire off bursts of almost 40 fps, with continuous autofocus, which is fantastic. It's worth noting, however, that shooting with the e-shutter has more risk of introducing rolling shutter artifacts. While the mechanical shutter isn't nearly as fast, it's still very quick for most needs. The camera's image buffer is also very deep, although the larger files from the higher-resolution sensor mean the buffer fills up a lot more quickly when shooting RAW files than the Canon EOS R6 does. If you do manage to reach buffer capacity, it's quite slow to empty, but given the size of the buffer, it shouldn't be an issue in most cases.

8.8
Photo General
Photo AF-C Tracking
Autofocus Tracking Shots
Perfect Focus Hit Rate
79%
Usable Focus Hit Rate
97%

The Canon R6 Mark II has fantastic autofocus. It essentially borrows its autofocus system from the pro-grade powerhouse that is the Canon EOS R3, and it supports face, eye, animal, and vehicle subject detection. There are plenty of different area modes and settings that let you fine-tune how the AF performs. All in all, the AF tracking is excellent. It does an amazing job of detecting and keeping moving subjects in focus, even in busier settings or with more erratic movement. If you just want to point your camera at a subject and let the camera do its thing, you're likely to have a high keeper rate.

9.6
Photo General
Photo AF-C Center Point
Autofocus Center Point Shots
Perfect Focus Hit Rate
95%
Usable Focus Hit Rate
100%

When using the center point, autofocusing is quick and accurate, especially when using a lens with a quick focusing motor. You're unlikely to miss many shots in scenarios with more predictably moving subjects.

8.3
Photo General
Photo Image Stabilization
Minimum Shutter Speed Achieved
1/8 s
In-Body Image Stabilization
Yes

The Canon R6 Mark II includes in-body image stabilization, which is rated for up to 8 stops of stabilization. In conjunction with an optically stabilized lens, like the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM we used for this test, it does a great job. You can get clear handheld shots at very slow shutter speeds. That said, stabilization performance will vary depending on many factors, including your lens, focal length, and even how steady your hands are.

Photo Image Quality
9.0
Photo Image Quality
Photo RAW Dynamic Range
Dynamic Range At Base ISO
11.2 f-stops
Dynamic Range At 1/500s Exposure Time
9.8 f-stops
Dynamic Range At 1/2000s Exposure Time
7.9 f-stops
Dynamic Range At 1/4000s Exposure Time
7.4 f-stops

The camera's dynamic range is fantastic. It captures a very wide range of shadow and highlight detail and maintains a high level of dynamic range even at higher ISOs in dimmer lighting conditions.

8.7
Photo Image Quality
Photo RAW Sharpness
Vertical Edge MTF50 At Base ISO
1,990 LW/PH
Horizontal Edge MTF50 At Base ISO
2,182 LW/PH

With a new higher-resolution sensor, the Canon R6 Mark II is noticeably better at resolving fine detail than its predecessor and on par with other full-frame 24MP cameras. That said, this is something that you'll mostly only notice when punching in or cropping heavily.

8.0
Photo Image Quality
Photo RAW Noise
SNR 18% At 1/8 Exposure Time (125 ms)
34.3dB
SNR 18% At 1/30 Exposure Time (33 ms)
32.6 dB
SNR 18% At 1/125 Exposure Time (8 ms)
29.5 dB
SNR 18% At 1/500 Exposure Time (2 ms)
24.6dB

The camera's noise handling is great. It's well-suited to low-light shooting, as it keeps noise levels to a minimum even with less available light.

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Video General
Video General
Video Features
Full HD Video
Yes
4k Video
Yes
6k Video
No
Clean HDMI Output
Yes
Advertised Max Chroma Sampling Over HDMI
Not Advertised
Advertised Max Bit Depth Over HDMI
N/A
Log Picture Profile
Yes
Recording Light
No

The Canon R6 Mark II records oversampled 4k video. With a compatible Atomos external recorder, it can also capture 6k RAW video from the full width of the sensor, though it can't record RAW video internally, like the Nikon Z 6III. If you want to preserve a wider range of detail in your videos, it supports Log recording with C-Log 3. If you'd like a camera that can record 6k video internally, check out the Panasonic LUMIX S5 II or the Fujifilm X-H2S.

Video General
Audio
Audio Test Sample
Audio Recording
Stereo
Microphone Level Display
Yes
Video General
Video File Format And Compression
MP4 H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC
Yes
MP4 H.265 / HEVC
Yes
MOV H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC
No
MOV H.265 / HEVC
No
AVCHD H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC
No
All-I Compression
Yes
4k Video
9.5
4k Video
4k Video Frame Rate
240 fps In 4k
No
120 fps In 4k
No
60 fps In 4k
Yes
30 fps In 4k
Yes
24 fps In 4k
Yes
4k Crop At Max Available fps
1 x

Unlike the Canon EOS R6, the Mark II now records uncropped 4k video, even at 60 fps. In that sense, it has a leg up on competitors like the Sony α7 IV, which imposes a Super 35/APS-C crop when shooting in 4k at 60 fps. If you want a full-frame camera that can record 4k at 120 fps, albeit with a crop, check out the Nikon Z 6III.

9.9
4k Video
4k Video Internal Recording
Bitrate Maximum In 4k
341 Mbps
Bitrate Minimum In 4k
173 Mbps
Chroma Sampling In 4k
4:2:2
Bit Depth In 4k
10 Bit
Record Time Limit In 4k
N/A
Overheat Recording Interruptions in 4k
0

Internal recording capability is fantastic. Canon removed the 30-minute time limit that you get with the Canon EOS R6, which is good news if you need to record long, uninterrupted takes. Heat management has also improved, so the Mark II is a lot less likely to overheat. There's a better indicator system for overheating, with a 10-level indicator that provides a heat scale to show you exactly how close the camera is to overheating. Beyond that, it can record 10-bit 4:2:2 color internally, giving you more leeway to edit and color grade.

Also worth mentioning: if you use an SDHC memory card, as opposed to an SDXC card, the camera will split your recording into multiple files of 4GB each. With SDXC cards, you'll get one long video file.

9.6
4k Video
4k Video Autofocus Performance
Object Tracking In 4k
9.3
Face Tracking In 4k
9.8
Face Detection In 4k
Yes
Eye Detection In 4k
Yes

Autofocus performs incredibly well in 4k video. It's smooth, sticky, and reliable, so you can rest assured that your chosen subject will stay in focus even if they move around the frame. There are also settings to help fine-tune its performance. For instance, you can set it to either stay with the initial target no matter what, or to change subjects if, say, your initial subject leaves the frame.

There's also an 'AF for close-up demos' focus mode that's available when using the camera for livestreaming or as a webcam via USB. Similar to the 'Product Showcase' feature found on Sony vlogging cameras like the Sony ZV-E10, it quickly switches focus to an object held up close in the frame. You can see that in action here.

8.8
4k Video
4k Video Quality
Low Light Capability In 4k
8.0
Test Scene Extract In 4k
9.5

4k video quality is amazing. The oversampled 4k looks incredible with adequate lighting, with sharply rendered details and color. Low-light video quality is also great, about on par with its predecessor. Noise is inevitable with less light, but generally speaking, you'll get very high-quality videos out of this camera, with plenty of dynamic range.

6.6
4k Video
4k Video Rolling Shutter Effect
4k Rolling Shutter
5.0°

The sensor has an improved readout speed compared to the Canon EOS R6, so there's a noticeable improvement in rolling shutter. There's still some skewing with quick pans and faster camera movements, but it's a lot less noticeable overall. Still, if you're looking for a camera with less rolling shutter effect, consider the Nikon Z 6III, which has a partially stacked sensor that gives it an advantage here.

Full HD Video
9.5
Full HD Video
FHD Video Frame Rate
240 fps In FHD
No
120 fps In FHD
Yes
60 fps In FHD
Yes
30 fps In FHD
Yes
24 fps In FHD
Yes
FHD Crop At Max Available fps
1 x

The camera can record at up to 120 fps in 1080p, which is great for slow-motion video, though it can only record at 120 fps in its dedicated slow-motion mode, which doesn't record any sound.

9.8
Full HD Video
FHD Video Internal Recording
Bitrate Maximum In FHD
91 Mbps
Bitrate Minimum In FHD
46 Mbps
Chroma Sampling In FHD
4:2:2
Bit Depth In FHD
10 Bit
Record Time Limit in FHD
N/A

The camera's internal recording capability is just as good in 1080p, with internal 10-bit 4:2:2 capture. Bit rates are quite high, and there's no recording time limit.

9.6
Full HD Video
FHD Video Autofocus Performance
Object Tracking In FHD
9.3
Face Tracking In FHD
9.8
Face Detection In FHD
Yes
Eye Detection In FHD
Yes

The autofocus performs just as well in 1080p. The tracking is very quick and very accurate—you're unlikely to lose focus regardless of what subject you're recording.

8.3
Full HD Video
FHD Video Quality
Low Light Capability In FHD
8.0
Test Scene Extract In FHD
8.5

1080p video quality is great overall. In more controlled lighting, videos are relatively sharp and detailed, and there isn't too much noise when shooting in low light.

8.5
Full HD Video
FHD Video Rolling Shutter Effect
FHD Rolling Shutter
1.7°

Rolling shutter effect is much less pronounced in 1080p. There's still some slight distortion when panning the camera very quickly, but it's minimal.

Storage And Connectivity
Storage And Connectivity
Storage
Card 1 Slot
SD Card UHS-II
Card 2 Slot
SD Card UHS-II

The SD card slots are well-placed on the side of the camera, making it very easy to switch out cards when using a tripod.

9.5
Storage And Connectivity
Inputs / Outputs
USB
USB-C
HDMI
Micro (Type D)
Headphones
Yes
Microphone
Stereo
Wi-Fi
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes

You have all your standard inputs and outputs on the camera's left side. However, unlike the Sony α7 IV, it uses a Micro HDMI port rather than a full-sized HDMI, which can be a bit of a hassle, as you'll likely need an adapter. Still, connectivity options are good, and the rubber flaps feel sturdy.