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Canon EOS R6 II vs Panasonic Lumix S1R II

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The R6 II wins 3 of 6 scored specs (battery (cipa), weight); the Panasonic Lumix S1R II wins 3 (resolution, max video). The R6 II is $999 cheaper.

3 WINSBuy it if you want: battery (cipa), weight.The low-light event camera. Its 24MP sensor stays clean at ISO 12,800, and the 40fps electronic shutter catches moments other cameras miss.
3 WINSBuy it if you want: resolution, max video.
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FRONT (WIDTH × HEIGHT)
TOP (WIDTH × DEPTH), LENS FACING DOWN

Outer sizes are exact, from the makers' dimensions. Shapes are drawn by us to show each body style; the dashed circle is the lens mount at its real diameter.

  • Canon EOS R6 II138.4 × 98.4 × 88.4 mm · 670 g
  • Panasonic Lumix S1R II134.3 × 102.3 × 91.8 mm · 795 g

Where they differ

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R6 IIPanasonic Lumix S1R II
PRICE & SCORE
Price$1,999BEST$2,998
CameraFits score9.09.2BEST
PHOTO
Resolution24.2 MP44.3 MPBEST
AutofocusWhat the camera recognises and tracks automatically, and how dark it can get before focus struggles (lower EV is better in low light).People, animals, birds, vehicles, aircraft, trains · down to −6.5 EVPeople, animals, vehicles, trains, aircraft · down to −6 EV
VIDEO
Max videoThe highest video resolution it records internally.4K8KBEST
Best 4K frame rateThe fastest 4K frame rate. 60p and above lets you slow footage down smoothly, and 120p gives 5× slow motion.4K 60p4K 120p
Rolling shutterHow fast the sensor reads out, measured in lab tests. Slower readout bends fast-moving subjects and quick pans in video and electronic-shutter photos; under 10 ms is very good.16.5 ms · 4K full width, CineD20.6 ms · 8.1K full width, CineD
Log profileA flat picture profile that keeps highlight and shadow detail for colour grading later.C-Log3V-Log (ARRI LogC3 with paid DMW-SFU3A key)
Raw videoRaw keeps the most image data for editing, at much larger file sizes. Some cameras only record it to an external recorder.ProRes RAW over HDMIInternal ProRes RAW + Blackmagic RAW over HDMI
Open gateRecords the whole sensor area, so you can crop the same clip to both widescreen and vertical video.NoYes
Audio jacksA mic input for better sound, and a headphone jack to check what you are recording.Mic + headphoneHeadphone only
HDMIFor an external monitor or recorder. Full-size HDMI is sturdier than micro HDMI.MicroFull-size
Cooling fanA built-in fan lets the camera record for long stretches without overheating.NoYes
BODY & HANDLING
Battery (CIPA)Shots per charge on the CIPA standard test, using the rear screen. Real-world numbers are often higher.580 shotsBEST350 shots
WeightBody with battery and card, without a lens.670 gBEST795 g
ViewfinderElectronic viewfinder resolution and magnification. More dots and a bigger magnification give a sharper, larger view.3.69M-dot, 0.76×5.76M-dot, 0.78×
Rear screenFully articulating screens flip to the front for vlogging; tilting screens are quicker for photos at waist or overhead height.Fully articulatingMulti-angle
Card slotsTwo slots let you record a backup copy at the same time, which matters for paid work like weddings.2x SD UHS-IICFexpress B + SD UHS-II
SYSTEM
MountWhich lenses fit natively. Other lenses may work through an adapter.Canon RFL-Mount Alliance
Native lenses60+80+

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