The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is a faster full-frame mirrorless camera in Canon's portfolio, built around the RF mount. As part of the innovative EOS R System, this camera offers 40 fps, low-light AF and 6K RAW/4K UHD video recording.
The EOS R6 Mark II can track objects closely and keep them in focus as they move through a shot. With the help of improved deep learning artificial intelligence, people, vehicles - which now also include planes and trains - and... animals, such as horses and zebras, are recognized. The type of subject to be detected can be chosen from the menu or with the new Auto option, depending on the scenario in which the photographer is active.
Eye detection allows users to indicate which eye (left or right) should be focused on. If the eyes cannot be detected, the EOS R6 Mark II will focus on the face instead. If a person turns away for a moment, the camera continues to follow the head. When the head is no longer visible, the camera continues to Canon and then the body.
Using the combined 8-stop Image Stabilizer - optical and in-body - long exposures can be made handheld. With shake-free focusing at light levels down to -6.5EV and the ability to capture images up to ISO 102,400, photographers can also capture the atmosphere faithfully, regardless of the shooting conditions.
The R6 Mark II can shoot continuously at up to 40 fps. Fleeting moments can be captured that are barely noticeable to the human eye. Compared to the EOS R6, the new sensor reduces rolling-shutter distortion, allowing the camera's electronic shutter to be used to freeze fast-moving subjects.
The EOS R6 Mark II can also capture action before the shutter button is fully pressed. The camera records half a second of pre-recording in RAW Burst mode. This is a major advantage when photographing unpredictable subjects, from top athletes to young children.
With updated Bluetooth v.5 and Wi-Fi (5 GHz), the EOS R6 Mark II can be easily connected to a smartphone and networks that enable high-speed file sharing and FTP/FTPS/SFTP transfers. This makes it easy to edit and share content, even on the go. The camera can also be controlled remotely using the Camera Connect and EOS Utility apps, linked to the PC, Mac or smartphone via Wi-Fi or fast USB-C cable.
The EOS R6 Mark II can also be used as a webcam on PC and Mac computers with video calling programs such as Skype, Zoom and Teams without installing additional software. The camera offers higher image quality than standard computer webcams.
Canon is also introducing the RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM - a telephoto prime lens ideal for taking portraits in low-light environments - and the SPEEDLITE EL-5, a powerful Speedlite for wedding and event shooting.
The Canon EOS R6 Mark II system camera became available on November 29, 2022 for a retail price of € 2,929.
