Canon EOS R5 Mark II R5 Mark II
Nikon Z series Z6II
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS R5 Mark II R5 Mark II
The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is widely praised for its exceptional autofocus, especially for sports and wildlife, with many users noting a significant upgrade from the original R5. However, several reviewers report overheating issues during extended use, particularly in warm conditions, and some express disappointment with high ISO noise and occasional freezing or autofocus failures. The camera's pre-capture and eye-tracking features are game-changers for action photography, but the need for new LP-E6P batteries to unlock full functionality is a common frustration.
Pros
- Exceptional autofocus speed and accuracy
- Excellent for sports and wildlife photography
- Pre-capture feature for action shots
- Eye-tracking autofocus works well
- Improved viewfinder with no blackout
Cons
- Overheating during extended use
- High ISO noise at higher settings
- Occasional freezing and lockups
- Autofocus failures in some conditions
- Requires new LP-E6P batteries for full functionality
Nikon Z series Z6II
The Nikon Z6 II is widely praised for its excellent image quality, low-light performance, and solid build. Many users upgrading from DSLRs or older mirrorless models find the autofocus reliable for most situations, though a few report issues with fast action or eye detection. The camera is considered a great value, especially when purchased on sale, and works well with F-mount lenses via the FTZ adapter. Some users note minor gripes like overheating during 4K 60fps video and a slightly small grip for larger hands.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Great low-light performance
- Solid build quality
- Reliable autofocus for most situations
- Good value for money
Cons
- Autofocus issues with fast action
- Eye AF sometimes slightly off
- Overheating during 4K 60fps video
- Small grip for large hands
- No RAW video internally
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EOS R5 Mark II R5 Mark II | Nikon Z series Z6II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 45 MP★ | 24.5 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | DIGIC X | EXPEED 6 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | PhotoPhase Detection: 1053VideoPhase Detection: 975 | Phase Detection: 273 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 14 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 20 fps | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 120 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | 8K RAW, Canon Log 3, HDR PQ, 10-bit 4:2:2 | H.264 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 5.8M dots★ | 3.7M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.59 kg★ | 0.61 kg |
| Battery Life | 320 shots | 400 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | Mini-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS R5 Mark II R5 Mark II
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Below average social proof (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Nikon Z series Z6II
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong burst (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong evf (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Canon EOS R5 Mark II R5 Mark II
Nikon Z series Z6II
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 8 of 10 usage categories and 9 of 33 specs.