EOS M5vs EOS R6 Mark II
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Travel & Portrait — EOS M5 (2016): The EOS M5 was the first EF-M camera with a built-in EVF — and it made the system feel complete. Fast Dual Pixel AF, a 9fps burst, and a high-resolution articulating screen deliver a confident shooting experience. No IBIS and 1080p video only limit its appeal for hybrid work, but for stills photographers it remains one of the most well-rounded EF-M bodies available.
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.
Who should buy what
EOS M5 (2016)
- Enthusiast photographers who want an EVF in a compact EF-M body
- Photographers switching from DSLR who want familiar handling
- Portrait and travel photographers who value fast AF and good ergonomics
- Used-market buyers wanting a capable EF-M stills camera
EOS R6 Mark II (2022)
- Wedding and event photographers who need the most reliable Canon AF available
- Sports and wildlife shooters who want 40fps and subject detection
- R6 owners looking for a significant AF and burst speed upgrade
- Hybrid shooters who need 4K/60p and IBIS in a versatile full-frame body
Quick take: The eos m5 is the most affordable; only the eos r6 mark ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M5 (2016) | EOS R6 Mark II (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £2,099 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) | 24.2MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K/60p 10-bit oversampled, 6K RAW out, FHD/180p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face detection | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, 6072 zones, deep-learning subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | — | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops (coordinated with IS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 9fps | 12fps mechanical, 40fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~295 shots (CIPA) | ~760 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 427g (body only) | 670g body only |
| Dimensions | 116.2 × 88.1 × 60.6mm | 138.4 × 98.4 × 88.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.39" type | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.76× magnification |
| Screen | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Canon RF mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M5 | EOS R6 Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Street | — | |
| Casual | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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