EOS R6 Mark IIvs X-S20vs Nikon D7500
Which should you buy?
Portraits & Action — EOS R6 Mark II (2022): 40fps burst, 8-stop IBIS, and Canon's best-in-class Dual Pixel AF — exceptional for action, sports, and portrait work.
Hybrid Photo & Video — X-S20 (2023): Fujifilm's most accessible X-series body — 7-stop IBIS, 6K video, 20 film simulations, and a user-friendly layout.
Sports, Travel & Dslr Shooters — Nikon D7500 (2017): The D500's BSI sensor in a compact, weather-sealed body — excellent high-ISO performance and DSLR reliability at a great price.
Who should buy what
EOS R6 Mark II (2022)
- You want a do-everything full-frame body for weddings and events
- You need reliable subject tracking across stills and fast-moving video
- You shoot both photos and video professionally and need a single body that handles both
- You want Canon's colour science with a modern mirrorless system
X-S20 (2023)
- You primarily create video content and want a capable but compact Fujifilm
- You're a vlogger, travel creator, or documentary shooter
- You want Fujifilm film simulations with strong, reliable video specs
Nikon D7500 (2017)
- You're deeply invested in Nikon F-mount glass and aren't ready to switch systems
- You shoot wildlife or sport and still prefer an optical viewfinder response
- Note: consider the Z5 II or Z6 III if you're open to mirrorless for a future-proof investment
Quick take: The x-s20 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-s20 is the most affordable; only the eos r6 mark ii, nikon d7500 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R6 Mark II (2022) | X-S20 (2023) | Nikon D7500 (2017) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £2,099 | £849 | £899 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 20.9MP APS-C BSI CMOS (D500 sensor) |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 26.1MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K/60p 10-bit oversampled, 6K RAW out, FHD/180p | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit | 4K/30p (slight crop), FHD/60p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, 6072 zones, deep-learning subject tracking | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Multi-CAM 3500FX II, 51 points (15 cross-type) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops (coordinated with IS lenses) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 40fps electronic | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 8fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~760 shots (CIPA) | ~750 shots (CIPA) | ~950 shots (CIPA with OVF) |
| Weight | 670g body only | 491g body only | 640g body only |
| Dimensions | 138.4 × 98.4 × 88.4mm | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 135.5 × 104.0 × 72.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.76× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.94× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF mount (full-frame) | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon F-mount (DX) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.1, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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