Canon EOS R6

Versatile full-frame mirrorless for hybrid shooters

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84/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 17
Performance 18
Durability 16
Price 15
Usability 18
Brand Canon
Model 4082C002

Key Features

SENSOR 20.1MP Full-Frame CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR DIGIC X image processor for high-speed performance
AUTOFOCUS Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with 1,053 zones
PHASE DETECTION 100% frame coverage with deep learning subject tracking
VIDEO 4K up to 60p, 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording
STABILIZATION In-body image stabilization (IBIS) up to 8 stops
BURST RATE 12 fps mechanical, 20 fps electronic shutter
VIEWFINDER 0.5-inch OLED EVF, 3.69 million dots, 120fps
DISPLAY 3.0-inch 1.62m-dot fully articulating touchscreen
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 5GHz/2.4GHz, Bluetooth, USB-C, Micro-HDMI, mic/headphone
MEMORY CARD Dual SD UHS-II card slots
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy chassis with dust/moisture resistance
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 360 shots (EVF) / 510 shots (LCD) LP-E6NH

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Canon EOS R6

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Via command dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Via command dials
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✓ Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Canon EOS R6

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Canon EOS R6 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Canon EOS R6

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Technical Specification

Sensor Full-Frame CMOS
Resolution 20.1 Megapixels
ISO Range 100-102,400 (exp. to 204,800)
Autofocus Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 20 fps (electronic)
Video 4K UHD 60p
Stabilization 5-axis In-Body (IBIS)
Viewfinder 3.69m-dot OLED EVF
LCD 3.0-inch Vari-angle Touchscreen
Memory Card Dual SD UHS-II
Connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C
Battery Life 360-510 shots
Weight 680g (with battery/card)
Dimensions 138.4 x 97.5 x 88.4 mm