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Canon EOS R6 Mark II — full-frame · 2022
Canon

Canon EOS R6 Mark II

full-frame · 2022

91
/ 100
From $2,499
VS
Canon EOS R5 wins by 1
Canon EOS R5 — full-frame · 2020
Canon

Canon EOS R5

full-frame · 2020

92
/ 100
From $3,899
Specdex verdict

Canon EOS R5 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EOS R6 Mark II lands at 91 and Canon EOS R5 at 92. That puts Canon EOS R5 ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Canon EOS R6 Mark II if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance

Pick Canon EOS R5 if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Tie

Compared on the photo sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Video

Tie

Compared on the video sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Canon EOS R6 Mark II

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Canon EOS R6 Mark II more score per dollar ($2,499 vs $3,899).

Canon EOS R6 Mark II 91
vs
92 Canon EOS R5

Score breakdown

Canon EOS R6 Mark II
91
photo 91
video 87
autofocus 89
ergonomics 86
Canon EOS R5
92
photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Canon EOS R6 Mark II versus Canon EOS R5 — full spec comparison
Spec Canon EOS R6 Mark II Canon EOS R5
Format
full-frame
full-frame
Release year
2022
2020

Canon EOS R6 Mark II

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

Canon EOS R5

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Canon EOS R6 Mark II vs Canon EOS R5

Which is better, Canon EOS R6 Mark II or Canon EOS R5? +

Canon EOS R5 scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon EOS R6 Mark II worth the price? +

At $2,499, Canon EOS R6 Mark II delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in photo.

Is Canon EOS R5 worth the price? +

At $3,899, Canon EOS R5 delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.

Does Canon EOS R6 Mark II or Canon EOS R5 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Canon EOS R6 Mark II or Canon EOS R5? +

Canon EOS R6 Mark II — more score per dollar ($2,499 vs $3,899). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.