Canon EOS 5D vs Canon EOS R6 Mark II
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 5D and Canon EOS R6 Mark II. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS 5D were released 2005 and Canon EOS R6 Mark II was released 2022. That is a 17 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 5D | 2005 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | 2022 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 5D is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS R6 Mark II is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Canon Full Frame") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Since both cameras have a Full frame sensor there will be no crop factor.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 5D | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 5D has a 12,7 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS R6 Mark II has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 5D |
12,7 MP
12719616 pixels 4368 x 2912 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II has a 89 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 5D. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Canon EOS R6 Mark II has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 5D. Canon EOS R6 Mark II has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 102400 while Canon EOS 5D has 50 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 5D | 50-3200 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | 100-102400 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS R6 Mark II belongs to the Canon EOS R-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 5D
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R6 Mark II
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 5D can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS R6 Mark II can shoot up to 40 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 5D | 3 |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | 40 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Canon EOS R6 Mark II. Sadly, the Canon EOS 5D does not support this.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 5D weighs 895 gr (equal to 1.97 lb) which is 34% heavier than Canon EOS R6 Mark II and its 670 gr (or 1.48 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 5D | 895 gr 1.97 lb |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | 670 gr 1.48 lb |
Canon EOS 5D vs Canon EOS R6 Mark II Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 5D and Canon EOS R6 Mark II, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 5D |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Name | Canon EOS 5D | Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 5D |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Release Year | 2005 | 2022 |
Release Date | 2005-08-22 | 2022-11-02 |
MSRP | 3299 USD | 2499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 5D |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 5D |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4368 x 2912 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 12,7 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 2 | DIGIC X |
Image |
Canon EOS 5D |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
ISO Range | 50 - 3200 | 100 - 102400 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (Works with lens-based IS systems for maximum shake reduction)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 5D |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 9 | 4897 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 5D |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 2,5” | 3” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 1620000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT liquid-crystal color LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 96% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.71× | 0.76× |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 5D |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 40 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 5D |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 5D |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 5D |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (N3 connector) | Yes |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 5D |
Canon EOS R6 Mark II |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion BP-511A rechargeable battery & charger
|
LP-E6NH lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 400 shots | 580 shots |
Width | 152 mm | 138 mm |
Height | 113 mm | 98 mm |
Depth | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Weight | 895 gram | 670 gram |