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Canon EOS R6 V vs Sony ZV-E1

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The R6 V wins 7 of 8 scored specs (resolution, burst, stabilization); the ZV-E1 wins 1 (weight). They cost about the same.

7 WINSBuy it if you want: resolution, burst, stabilization, max video.
1 WINSBuy it if you want: weight.
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Size, to scale

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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 V141.8 × 83.3 × 79.7 mm · 688 g
  • Sony ZV-E1121 × 71.9 × 54.3 mm · 483 g

Where they differ

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R6 VZV-E1
PRICE & SCORE
Price$2,499BEST$2,500
CameraFits score9.5BEST6.8
PHOTO
Resolution32.5 MPBEST12.1 MP
BurstThe fastest frames per second the maker quotes. Top speeds often use the electronic shutter and may limit autofocus. Higher helps for sports, wildlife and kids.40 fpsBEST10 fps
StabilizationIn-body stabilisation. Each stop lets you shoot at half the shutter speed without blur, so 8 stops means very steady handheld shots.7.5 stopsBEST5 stops
ShutterFastest mechanical and electronic shutter speeds. The silent electronic shutter can freeze faster motion, but may bend fast subjects on slower sensors.1/8000 mech · 1/16000 elecElectronic only, 1/8000
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, birds, insects, vehicles, aircraft, trains · down to −6 EV
VIDEO
Max videoThe highest video resolution it records internally.7KBEST4K
Log profileA flat picture profile that keeps highlight and shadow detail for colour grading later.C-Log2/C-Log3S-Log3
Raw videoRaw keeps the most image data for editing, at much larger file sizes. Some cameras only record it to an external recorder.Internal 7K RAW (Standard/Light) + ProRes RAW via HDMINone
Open gateRecords the whole sensor area, so you can crop the same clip to both widescreen and vertical video.YesNo
HDMIFor an external monitor or recorder. Full-size HDMI is sturdier than micro HDMI.Full-sizeMicro
Cooling fanA built-in fan lets the camera record for long stretches without overheating.YesNo
BODY & HANDLING
Battery (CIPA)Shots per charge on the CIPA standard test, using the rear screen. Real-world numbers are often higher.640 shotsBEST570 shots
WeightBody with battery and card, without a lens.688 g483 gBEST
Card slotsTwo slots let you record a backup copy at the same time, which matters for paid work like weddings.CFexpress B + SD UHS-II1x SD UHS-II
Weather sealingSeals against dust and light rain. Pair it with a sealed lens.YesNo
SYSTEM
MountWhich lenses fit natively. Other lenses may work through an adapter.Canon RFSony E
Native lenses60+200+

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