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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 R6 Mark II wins by 11
Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit — APS-C DSLR · 2021
Pentax

Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit

APS-C DSLR · 2021

80
/ 100
From $3,199
Specdex verdict

Canon EOS R6 Mark II takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EOS R6 Mark II lands at 91 and Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit at 80. That puts Canon EOS R6 Mark II ahead by 11 points — a decisive 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 Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit if…

  • ✓Mature system, great used market
  • ✓Proven lens lineup
  • ✓Often on sale
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Winner by scenario

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

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

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

Photo

Canon EOS R6 Mark II

Compared on the photo sub-score

Canon EOS R6 Mark II leads on photo (91 vs 80).

Autofocus

Canon EOS R6 Mark II

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Canon EOS R6 Mark II leads on autofocus (89 vs 76).

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 $3,199).

Canon EOS R6 Mark II 91
vs
80 Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit

Score breakdown

Canon EOS R6 Mark II
91
photo 91
video 87
autofocus 89
ergonomics 86
Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit
80
photo 80
video 72
autofocus 76
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Canon EOS R6 Mark II versus Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit — full spec comparison
Spec Canon EOS R6 Mark II Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit
Format
full-frame
APS-C DSLR
Release year
2022
2021

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

Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit

Pros
  • +Mature system, great used market
  • +Proven lens lineup
  • +Often on sale
Cons
  • −Older AF system
  • −Heavier than modern mirrorless
  • −Firmware updates trailed off

FAQ: Canon EOS R6 Mark II vs Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit

Which is better, Canon EOS R6 Mark II or Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit? +

Canon EOS R6 Mark II scores 91 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 11. 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 Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit worth the price? +

At $3,199, Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in ergonomics.

Does Canon EOS R6 Mark II or Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit 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 better for photo, Canon EOS R6 Mark II or Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit? +

Canon EOS R6 Mark II — leads on photo (91 vs 80). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Canon EOS R6 Mark II or Pentax K-3 Mark III · with 24-70mm kit? +

Canon EOS R6 Mark II — leads on autofocus (89 vs 76). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.