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COMPARE THE EOS R5 VS EOS R6

When deciding which camera is best, you want to make sure you make the correct decision. For the best wedding, portrait, action, sports and street photography, the EOS R5 and EOS R6 should be at the top of your list. Next up in our comparison series, Canon experts have created a Canon EOS R6 vs EOS R5 comparison guide. A must-read for anyone looking for their new camera.

Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera Body

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Full frame mirrorless camera for professionals
45 MP, full-frame sensor, 20 fps shooting
8K RAW video, up to 8-stop In Body IS, max ISO 51,200

€ 4,349.99

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Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Camera Body

Full-frame mirrorless camera for enthusiast photographers and videographers
20 MP, full-frame, up to 8-stop In Body IS, 20 fps
4K 60p movies, Bluetooth® & Wi-Fi, Max ISO 102,400

€ 2,699.99

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Canon EOS R5 vs EOS R6 Image Quality: How high-quality will your images be?

The EOS R6 and EOS R5 are both equipped with high-tech optical technology that makes them superb for professional photography. Both include a DIGIC X Processor that reduces noise and improves sharpness and dynamic range. Both also have a 5-axis in-body Image Stabilizer that offers up to 8-stops of image stabilization, making handheld photos achievable. Their main difference is megapixels. On one hand, the 45 MP EOS R5 is incredible for wide-expansive landscapes, portraits, street photography and superb photo prints. On the other, the EOS R6’s 20.1 MP gather more light, making the camera better suited to use in dark conditions. It’s also a little faster in burst mode, which makes it particularly useful for sports and action photography.

Verdict: Both cameras use the innovative tech such as image stabilisation and fast processing to guarantee sharp photos with great dynamic range. The EOS R5 has more megapixels which is great for landscapes and prints, while the EOS R6 is better suited to low light and speed.

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Canon EOS R5 vs EOS R6 Video: How good is the video?

Both cameras are fully capable of great video. The EOS R5 is among the best hybrids out there. 8K video at 30 fps, 4K video at 120 fps and Full HD Movies at up to 120 fps lets you retain smooth, sharp and crisp video while filming fast subjects. It is a must-have for any professional videographer who wants detailed video alongside sharp stills. Although the EOS R6 can't achieve 8K, it can offer 4K movies at 60 fps and Full HD Movies at 120 fps while retaining clean and crisp video that is perfect for any advanced enthusiast who’s looking to experiment with video. Both cameras are equipped with CLog 1 and CLog 3 which is great for more accurate colour grading and for use in post-production.

Verdict: Both cameras have powerhouse video capabilities. Each are equipped with innovative features such as image stabilisation, and CLog 1 and CLog 3 for experimenting with dynamic range. The EOS R5 can deliver sharper 8K video, compared to the EOS R6's 4K.

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Canon EOS R5 vs EOS R6 Speed: How fast is your camera?

When making your Canon EOS R5 vs EOS R6 camera decision, speed is one of the most important things to consider. Both cameras are built with speed in mind, although the EOS R6 offers a little more. Each are equipped with continuous mechanical shooting speeds of 12 fps and continuous electronic shooting speeds of 20 fps. Where there differ is the number of images. While the EOS R5’s large buffer can deliver 350 JPEG images and 180 RAW images from a single burst, the EOS R6 can deliver 1000+ JPEG images and 240 RAW images from a single burst. The downside with the EOS R6 is that the images will have a slightly lower quality because of the lower megapixels. Don’t be put off though, you’ll still have high-quality images and you’ll be able to master sports and action photography. Otherwise, both cameras come with fast image processing and fast image focusing, so are great for capturing the unexpected.

Verdict: Both are equipped with fast focusing and processing and come with 20 fps continuous electronic shooting speeds. The EOS R6 will deliver more images from one burst, while the EOS R5’s images will have a higher resolution.

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Canon EOS R5 vs EOS R6 Low Light: How will these cameras work in the dark?

The EOS R5 and EOS R6 changed the game when it came to low light photography. The EOS R5 can tackle light conditions as low as –6EV and has an ISO of 100 – 51,200, proving great for reducing noise on your image. Despite this, the EOS R6 excels. The camera's 20.1 MP sensor is better for lower light conditions and the images you take will have less noise, while –6.5EV capabilities means that it can focus in conditions darker than that of a half-moon!¹ Finally, a max ISO of 102,400 on the EOS R6 is excellent in dark conditions. Both cameras also use an in-body 5-axis Image Stabilizer (that reaches up to 8-stops with a compatible lens), helping you to take low light images without a tripod.

Verdict: Both cameras come with in-body IS which is great for shooting in the dark. However, while the EOS R5’s higher resolution is great for larger prints and cropping in low light, the EOS R6 has better ISO, can focus in darker conditions and has lower megapixels which reduce less noise.

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Canon EOS R5 vs EOS R6 Autofocus: What autofocus features do these cameras have?

Canon experts developed industry-leading Dual Pixel CMOS AF II to bring speed and precision to your focusing capabilities. Both cameras are equipped with it, allowing you to focus in less than a second without losing image quality. On the EOS R5, AI-based technology will identify, track and focus on humans (including eyes, faces, heads and bodies), animals (including dogs, cats and birds) and vehicles (including cars and bikes) from 1053 automatic AF positions and 5940 selectable autofocus points. The EOS R6 can focus on an impressive 6072 selectable positions that cover almost 100% of the frame while identifying and focusing on the same subjects as the EOS R5.

Verdict: Both cameras use top-of-the-range, deep learning autofocus that can focus on people, animals, and vehicles. The only difference is that the EOS R6 comes with more selectable AF positions across the frame.

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Canon EOS R5 vs EOS R6 Usability: How easy is your camera to use?

Both cameras come with features that are designed to improve your creative output and improve your experience. Both are remarkably similar size, with the EOS R5 weighing 738g and the EOS R6 just less at 680g. The EOS R5 weighs a little more because of extra features, which includes a larger touchscreen and an extra top panel control. The EOS R5 has one slot for a CFexpress card and one slot for an SD card, while the EOS R6 has two SD Card slots. This makes both particularly useful for long spells of photography while you're out of the house. Both cameras also use an LP-E6NH battery, with the EOS R5 delivering 490 shots on a single charge, and the EOS R6 delivering 510.²

Verdict: Both are similar sized, however the EOS R5 is a little heavier because of extra features including a larger touchscreen and more controls. The EOS R6 will take a few more images on a single charge if you’re off the beaten track.

CANON EOS R5 VS EOS R6 SUMMARY

Comparing the Canon mirrorless EOS R5 vs EOS R6 is difficult because they both include everything you need to take your photography to the next level. For professional photographers and videographers who specialize in everyday, wedding, portraits and street, the EOS R5 has everything you need. A 45 MP full-frame sensor, 8K video, more controls and a larger touchscreen means you can produce the high-quality content that your skills deserve. The EOS R6 is great for any serious enthusiast looking to move into professional photography. It can deliver more photos in continuous burst mode than the EOS R5, making it well suited to sports and action, while the lower megapixels, higher ISO and higher EV value make it better for use in low light. Don’t worry, whichever camera you choose, you can still make the most of AI-based autofocus, 5-axis in-body IS (up to 8 with the right lens) for handheld photography and a DIGIC X Image Processor for fast image processing.

Specifications: EOS R5 vs EOS R6

	EOS R5	EOS R6
MEGAPIXELS	45 MEGAPIXELS	20.1 MEGAPIXELS
MAX. ELECTRONIC SHUTTER	1/8000s	1/8000s
FPS	20 FPS ELECTRONIC, 12FPS MECHANICAL	20 FPS ELECTRONIC, 12 FPS MECHANICAL
VIDEO	12-BIT 8K RAW VIDEO, 8K, 4K, FULL HD	4K, FULL HD
AUTOFOCUS	DEEP LEARNING AI AUTOFOCUS THAT CAN TRACK HUMANS, ANIMALS AND VEHICLES. 5940 SELECTABLE AF AREAS (4500 AF FOR VIDEO)	DEEP LEARNING AI AUTOFOCUS THAT CAN TRACK HUMANS, ANIMALS AND VEHICLES. 6072 SELECTABLE AF AREAS
IMAGE STABILISATION	UP TO 8-STOPS OF IS 5-AXIS IN-BODY	UP TO 8 STOPS OF IS 5-AXIS IN-BODY
ISO	100-51,200	100 – 102,400
CONNECTIVITY	DUAL BAND 2.4GHZ AND 5GHZ WI-FI AND SFTP PROTOCOL, BLUETOOTH	WI-FI, 2.4GHZ, FTP, FTPS, BLUETOOTH
SPECIAL FEATURES	FOCUS BRACKETING IBIS HIGH RESOLUTION (402MP)	FOCUS BRACKETING
IMAGE PROCESSOR	DIGIC X PROCESSOR	DIGIC X PROCESSOR
SUBJECT DETECTION	EYES, FACES, HEADS, BODIES, DOGS, CATS, BIRDS, HORSES, CARS, BIKES, AIRCRAFT AND TRAINS	EYES, FACES, HEADS, BODIES, DOGS, CATS, BIRDS, HORSES, CARS, BIKES, AIRCRAFT AND TRAINS
LOW LIGHT	-6 EV	-6.5 EV (LESS THAN THAT OF A HALF MOON)
CONTROLS	MAIN DIAL QUICK CONTROL DIAL 1 QUICK CONTROL DIAL 2 AF MULTI CONTROLLER TOP PANEL DISPLAY	MAIN DIAL QUICK CONTROL DIAL 1 QUICK CONTROL DIAL 2 AF MULTI-CONTROLLER
TOUCHSCREEN	8CM / 3.15 INCH 2.1 MILLION DOT LCD	7.5CM/ 3 INCH 1.62 MILLION DOT LCD
ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER	0.5-TYPE 5.76 MILLION DOT OLED	0.5-TYPE 3.69 MILLION DOT OLED
WEIGHT (INC BATTERY / CARD) SIZE	738G 138.0 X 97.5 X 88.0MM	680G 138 X 97.5 X 88.4MM
CARD SLOTS	DUAL CARD SLOTS 1 X CDEXPRESS 1X UHS-II SD	DUAL CARD SLOTS 2 X UHS-II SD
BATTERY LIFE	LP-E6NH, UP TO 490 SHOTS (LCD POWER SAVING MODE) USB CHARGING VIA PD-E1	LP-E6NH UP TO 510 SHOTS (LCD POWER SAVING MODE) USB CHARGING VIA PD-E1
TYPES	PORTRAIT, STREET, SPORTS, LANDSCAPES	PORTRAIT, STREET, SPORTS, EVENTS

Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera Body

BLACK FRIDAY - SAVE € 1050 AT CHECKOUT + UP TO € 200 CASHBACK

Full frame mirrorless camera for professionals
45 MP, full-frame sensor, 20 fps shooting
8K RAW video, up to 8-stop In Body IS, max ISO 51,200

€ 4,349.99

Free Standard Delivery

In stock online

Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Camera Body

Full-frame mirrorless camera for enthusiast photographers and videographers
20 MP, full-frame, up to 8-stop In Body IS, 20 fps
4K 60p movies, Bluetooth® & Wi-Fi, Max ISO 102,400

€ 2,699.99

Free Standard Delivery

In stock online

Footnotes:

1 The lowest light AF is available with an f/1.2 lens, center AF point, One-Shot AF, at 23°C / 73°F, ISO 100) Except RF lenses with a Defocus Smoothing (DS) coating

2 Based on the CIPA Standard and using the battery supplied with the camera, except where indicated. In power saving mode