• 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 45.0 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200
  • 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 102,400

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Differences

Canon R5 advantages over Canon R6 Mark II

  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • More pixels
    45.0 vs 24.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos

Canon R6 Mark II advantages over Canon R5

  • Less expensive
    $2754* vs $3999
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Slower slow-motion
    180 fps vs 120 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 6.00 vs 4.39 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Newer
    15 months vs 4 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 102400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Both provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Both provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Dual card slots
    Both provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Both provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

User reviews

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The Competition

Compared to Sony A7R IV

Canon R5
Sony A7R IV
  • $3449
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Bigger pixels
  • $3220
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • High resolution composite
Canon R6 Mark II
Sony A7R IV
  • $2754
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $3220
  • 35mm
  • High resolution composite
  • NFC

Compared to Canon R6

Canon R5
Canon R6
  • $3449
  • 35mm
  • Top deck display
  • More pixels
  • $2066
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
Canon R6 Mark II
Canon R6
  • $2754
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Newer
  • $2066
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive

Compared to Nikon Z7 II

Canon R5
Nikon Z7 II
  • $3449
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $2530
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
Canon R6 Mark II
Nikon Z7 II
  • $2754
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $2530
  • 35mm
  • Top deck display
  • More pixels

Compared to Sony A1

Canon R5
Sony A1
  • $3449
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $6498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • NFC
Canon R6 Mark II
Sony A1
  • $2754
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $6498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • NFC

Compared to Sony A7 IV

Canon R5
Sony A7 IV
  • $3449
  • 35mm
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $2498
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
Canon R6 Mark II
Sony A7 IV
  • $2754
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $2498
  • 35mm
  • In-camera panoramas
  • NFC
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