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Canon EOS R6 — full-frame · 2020
Canon

Canon EOS R6

full-frame · 2020

89
/ 100
From $2,499
VS
Canon EOS R5 wins by 3
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 lands at 89 and Canon EOS R5 at 92. That puts Canon EOS R5 ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Canon EOS R6 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

Canon EOS R5

Compared on the photo sub-score

Canon EOS R5 leads on photo (92 vs 89).

Autofocus

Canon EOS R5

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Canon EOS R5 leads on autofocus (90 vs 87).

Video

Canon EOS R5

Compared on the video sub-score

Canon EOS R5 leads on video (88 vs 85).

Value for money

Canon EOS R6

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

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

Canon EOS R6 89
vs
92 Canon EOS R5

Score breakdown

Canon EOS R6
89
photo 89
video 85
autofocus 87
ergonomics 86
Canon EOS R5
92
photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

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

Canon EOS R6

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 vs Canon EOS R5

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

Canon EOS R5 scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon EOS R6 worth the price? +

At $2,499, Canon EOS R6 delivers a Specdex score of 89 — 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 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 better for photo, Canon EOS R6 or Canon EOS R5? +

Canon EOS R5 — leads on photo (92 vs 89). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Canon EOS R6 or Canon EOS R5? +

Canon EOS R5 — leads on autofocus (90 vs 87). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.