Canon
Canon 5666C002 EOS R6 Mark II Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera
★★★★★
4KUSB-C20MP
Capture decisive moments at 40 fps with Canon's advanced full-frame mirrorless camera and intelligent subject detection.
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Overview
Key Features
FULL-FRAME CMOS SENSOR: 24.2 effective megapixels (approx.) lets you capture sharp, detailed images even in low-light conditions indoors and outdoors (compatible with Dual Pixel CMOS AF).
DIGIC X IMAGE PROCESSOR: Enhances digital camera performance and processes, including image stabilization, image processing, and video functionality, for sharp, high-resolution images and video with minimal noise or grain.
HIGH-SPEED CONTINUOUS SHOOTING: Electronic shutter speeds of up to 40 fps at 20MP let you capture dynamic action shots of athletes, animals, vehicles in motion, or even the split-second changes in facial expressions for portraits.
ENHANCED SUBJECT ACQUISITION: In addition to people, small animals, cars and motorcycles, the R6 Mark II also easily detects horses, trains, and aircraft, with the option to automatically select the subject type without manually switching.
ADVANCED HEAD, FACE, EYE DETECTION: Automatically detects and focuses on a person's head, face, or eye—even the left or right eye—plus, effectively tracks the whole body, face, or eye of animals for fast, accurate image or video capture.
OPTIMIZED VIDEO RECORDING: Keep rolling without worry with up to 6 hours of continuous Full-HD video recording; capture 6K oversampled uncropped 4K movies up to 60 fps or Full-HD high-frame rate movie recording at up to 180 fps without overheating.
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION: Built-in 5GHz Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5 technology makes it easy to upload and share photos and movies to your favorite social networks using the Canon Camera Connect app.
WIRED CONNECTIVITY: The R6 Mark II features a USB Type-C9 port that lets you connect your digital camera directly to a USB-C enabled computer or smartphone using a compatible cable for lightning-fast file transfers at 10Gbps speeds.
MULTI-ANGLE TOUCHSCREEN: 3.0-inch, 1.62 million dot Clear View LCD II Vari-angle Touchscreen makes it easy to compose the perfect shot from nearly any angle.
PRECISION ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER: 0.5-inch OLED electronic viewfinder features 3.69 million dots (approx.) and a 120 fps refresh rate for a bright, sharp, and vivid 100% view of your subject for superior shot composition.
Specifications
Sensor
24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS
Image Processor
DIGIC X
Continuous Shooting
Up to 40 fps (Electronic Shutter)
Video Recording
6K Oversampled 4K up to 60 fps, Full-HD up to 180 fps
Continuous Recording
Up to 6 hours (Full-HD)
Subject Detection
People, Animals, Vehicles (horses, trains, aircraft)
Display
3.0-inch Vari-angle Touchscreen LCD, 1.62M dots
Viewfinder
0.5-inch OLED EVF, 3.69M dots, 120 fps
Wi-Fi
Built-in 5GHz
Bluetooth
5.0
USB
Type-C, 10Gbps
Model Number
5666C002
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- 40 fps electronic shutter speed captures fast action that most competitors miss
- Intelligent subject detection covers people, animals, and vehicles with automatic switching
- 6K oversampled 4K video delivers exceptional detail and color accuracy
- Vari-angle touchscreen and high-resolution OLED viewfinder provide flexible composition options
- Built-in 5GHz Wi-Fi and USB-C at 10Gbps enable fast wireless and wired file transfers
👎 Cons
- 24.2MP sensor resolution is lower than some competing full-frame mirrorless cameras
- Body-only purchase requires separate investment in RF-mount lenses
- Electronic shutter at 40 fps reduces resolution to 20MP from the full 24.2MP
- Vari-angle screen adds a slight protrusion that may catch on straps or bags
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum continuous shooting speed of the Canon EOS R6 Mark II?
The R6 Mark II can shoot up to 40 frames per second using the electronic shutter at 20MP resolution, making it exceptionally capable for action, sports, and wildlife photography.
What types of subjects can the R6 Mark II automatically detect and track?
The camera can detect and track people (head, face, eyes), animals (including dogs, cats, birds, and horses), and vehicles (cars, motorcycles, trains, and aircraft), with an automatic subject type selection mode.
How long can the R6 Mark II record video continuously?
It supports up to 6 hours of continuous Full-HD video recording. For 4K, it records 6K oversampled uncropped footage at up to 60 fps, and Full-HD high-frame-rate recording reaches up to 180 fps, all without overheating.
Does the R6 Mark II have in-body image stabilization?
Yes, the DIGIC X processor works in conjunction with the camera's image stabilization system to deliver sharp, steady results even when shooting handheld in challenging conditions.
What wireless connectivity options are available?
The R6 Mark II includes built-in 5GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0, plus a USB Type-C port supporting 10Gbps transfer speeds for fast wired file transfers to compatible devices.
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