Having a camera that produces high-quality images is important to photographers. The Canon EOS R6 is a full-frame mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera that was announced on July 9, 2020. The camera features an innovative dual sensor and is designed to produce high-quality images and videos. It is also very light, which makes it easy to carry around.
Autofocus performance
Using Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, the autofocus system of Canon EOS R6 provides a maximum of 100% coverage on the vertical and horizontal plane. The system is capable of focusing at light levels as low as -6.5EV.
The EOS R6 has the best autofocus performance in its class. It features a dual pixel CMOS AF II and a DIGIC X processor that can track subjects from the eye up. It also offers four different AF cases: single point, spot, zone and AI Servo.
The DIGIC X processor keeps the subject sharp even when it is in profile. The camera uses Deep Learning artificial intelligence to recognize eyes, iris and other body parts. In addition to tracking people, the camera can also recognize animals.
The EOS R6 boasts a Dual Pixel CMOS AF II that can focus in a fraction of a second. It can work with both telephoto and standard lens configurations. It can perform phase detection autofocus as well.
The EOS R6 also has an in-body image stabilization system that provides 8 stops of stability. It can also shoot eight-bit 4K UHD video at up to 60p and 10-bit FullHD video at up to 120p.
The camera has a 5.76k-dot electronic viewfinder. The touchscreen is also used for AF in the Touch and Drag technology. It can be used to set the focus point and is particularly useful in live view mode.
The EOS R6 has a dedicated AF joystick that is comfortable to use and eliminates the need to use the LCD screen for quick focus changes. The AE Lock button has an asterisk icon that can be programmed to switch between One-Shot AF and AI Servo modes.
Video features
Unlike the EOS R5, the R6 is targeted more towards stills photographers. However, it's more versatile than its predecessor and offers interesting video features. These include a full sensor width for recording 4K video, in-body image stabilization and animal detection autofocus.
The Canon EOS R6 has a 20 megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor. This sensor has impressive readout speeds and handles noise well. The sensor has a native ISO range of 100-102,400. It's also got a decent dynamic range. This translates into crisp and detailed video footage.
The R6 has dual SD card slots that are compatible with UHS-II. It also supports HDR PQ. The HDR PQ feature allows for the capture of high-dynamic-range video and can be viewed on compatible displays.
The EOS R6 features a 3-inch vari-angle display with 1.62-million-dot resolution. It's also got an HDMI micro out (Type D) for connecting to a monitor. In addition, it has a 3.5mm stereo mini plug.
The Canon R6 is equipped with a joystick and a conventional mode dial. The camera's shutter mechanism has an endurance of approximately 300,000 cycles. This means it can handle fast bursts of raw images. It also has a built-in sensor that's able to buffer large bursts of images. This helps make it snappy when performing regular tasks.
The Canon R6 also features a 3-inch touchscreen. The display has thinner bezels and a 1.62-million-dot resolution. The R6's display has a lag time of less than half a second, which is impressive for a DSLR. It also offers a number of picture styles. These include Standard, Fine Detail, Portrait, Monochrome, and Faithful.
The Canon R6 has an autofocus system that focuses down to -6.5 EV. It has subject tracking autofocus, too. This enables you to track a subject's movements, even while shooting in bright light.
Image quality
Despite the fact that the Canon EOS R6 has a smaller sensor than most competitors, the camera still produces excellent high-end images. In fact, it performs better than most entry-level full-frame cameras. The camera offers good low-light performance as well, which should be useful for many photographers.
The EOS R6 features a 20-megapixel full-frame CMOS image sensor. Compared to some competitors, this sensor has bigger pixels, which leads to higher light sensitivity and less noise in files. The camera also has a native ISO range of 100-102,400.
The EOS R6 has several other interesting features, including a fast and accurate autofocus system, and class-leading image stabilization. The camera has five axis of in-body image stabilization, which provides eight stops of stabilization. This is beneficial for those shooting long focal lengths above 200mm.
Another noteworthy feature is the EOS R6's ability to capture 4K/60p video. The camera does not offer an 8K option, which is a pity. In addition to the standard 1080p HD video, the camera can also capture a variety of HDR formats. It has an optional zebras feature, which will help prevent overexposure in bright conditions.
The EOS R6 is also capable of shooting raw images, which are a bit smaller than JPEGs. The image quality is excellent, and the sensor manages noise quite well. This helps the camera perform well at high ISOs, as well.
The R6 features an impressive buffer memory. It can save over 1,000 compressed.CR3 RAW files on a UHS-II SD card. This is more than enough for most people's needs.
The EOS R6 is not cheap. At launch, it will set you back AU$3,349. If you're not a professional, this isn't the best choice for you, but it's worth a look.
Body size
Unlike most cameras, the body size of the Canon EOS R6 is relatively small. However, the camera still offers a similar level of weatherproofing to the EOS 6D Mark II DSLR.
The camera body features a polycarbonate shell with a magnesium-alloy rear. It weighs a total of 1.50 pounds, excluding the memory card.
The Canon EOS R6 is the first full-frame mirrorless camera to feature dual memory card slots. It also features oversampled UHD 4K recording at 60p and Full-HD 1080p recording at 60fps.
The sensor in the Canon EOS R6 has a resolution of 20 effective megapixels. It produces noise-free JPEG images from ISO 50 to ISO 12800. The sensor is capable of low-light shooting, with a maximum shutter speed of 30 seconds. It also provides accurate color accuracy and a decent dynamic range.
The optical viewfinder in the Canon EOS R6 is a 3.69 million dot OLED EVF. It has a magnification of 0.76x. It has a 23 mm eyepoint. It is touch-sensitive.
The LCD screen is a 3-inch, 1.62 million dot vari-angle display. It can tilt outwards to facilitate movie-shooting and also faces forward for vlogging. The touch-sensitive LCD helps with menu systems and controlling the shutter.
The autofocus system in the Canon EOS R6 is based on the Dual Pixel AF II system. It uses left and right subpixels to provide 100% coverage. It can also perform phase detection AF. It also offers a quick button that opens the Quick Control screen.
The Canon EOS R6 is a high-performance camera that can be used for everything from weddings to sports. It is also one of the most affordable full-frame mirrorless cameras on the market. The camera features Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless camera control.
Price tag
Whether you're looking for an upgrade or you're simply shopping for a new camera, the Canon EOS R6 offers some very interesting features. Although it's a mirrorless camera, it's also the first full-frame model to offer dual memory card slots. And it also includes a USB-C port. That means you can charge your camera while you're on the go.
The camera is designed to be a versatile, all-rounder. It's capable of recording 4K/60p video, and the sensor is large enough to record 1080p slow-motion footage. The camera has a 20-megapixel full-frame CMOS image sensor. And it's capable of auto-exposure and Dual Pixel CMOS AF. It's also equipped with a zebra display.
It's also got a touch-sensitive LCD screen that allows you to adjust the shutter speed and AF point, as well as browse through images. It's also got a 3.5mm headphone jack, a CFexpress slot, and a USB-C port. The 3.5mm port can be used for audio, and the HDMI micro-out (Type D) is a handy way to watch 4K footage on a TV.
The Canon R6 also has a built-in depth-of-field preview button. This lets you preview a scene without having to change the focus or aperture. It's also got a nifty -6.5EV EV rating, meaning it can shoot in low-light situations. It can also record 10-bit video, and it supports a new HEIF file format.
The Canon EOS R6 may be a tad more expensive than other full-frame mirrorless cameras, but it delivers the most enthusiast-friendly features. It has a dual memory card slot, and offers weatherproofing that rivals the EOS 6D Mark II. It has a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a USB-C port for charging on the go.