Compare the Canon EOS 6D Mark II to the Canon EOS RP
Canon EOS 6D Mark ll
- Thanks to the high maximum ISO value, you can also take photos in dark situations.
- The camera has a high number of focus points.
- You can accurately capture moving subjects with the high number of frames per second.
- The camera doesn't have a built-in flash.
- A memory card isn't included.
Canon EOS RP
- You can take bright photos in dark locations thanks to the large light-sensitive full-frame sensor.
- You can record in detailed, 4K quality.
- With the fast Dual Pixel autofocus system, you can focus quickly on moving subjects.
- You need a lens with image stabilization to reduce motion blur.
In short
| Canon EOS 6D Mark ll | Canon EOS RP | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Video resolution | Full HD (1080p) | 4K | |
| Image processor | DIGIC 7 | DIGIC 8 | |
| Weight | 765g | 280g | |
| Frames per second | 6.5 | 5 | |
| Number of photos (with 1 battery) | 1200 | 250 | |
| Microphone input | No | Yes | |
| Number of focus points | 45 | 4779 | |
| Built-in image stabilization | Yes | No | |
| Tiltable touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
Physical properties
Canon 6D Mark ll: SLR camera with user-friendliness
This model has various buttons, giving you many options. You can determine the frame of your photo with the optical viewfinder. This viewfinder shows 98% of the image you're capturing. In addition, the device has a small screen on top of the body, which makes it easier to check your settings. The rubber grip ensures that the camera doesn't slide out of your hand. The camera is weather-resistant. And on a fully charged battery, you can take 1200 photos.
Canon EOS RP: a compact and light mirrorless camera
Thanks to the 280g weight and the compact design, you can easily take this camera with you on a long hike. Compared to the 6D Mark II, this camera is easy to pick up with one hand. And the electronic viewfinder captures 100% of the image, so you always have an accurate composition. It's difficult to take photos in the rain, as the Canon RP isn't weather resistant. And with a fully charged battery, you can take 250 photos.
Image quality
Canon 6D Mark II: continuously take photos with 6.5 fps.
With this camera, you can take photos with a lot of detail thanks to the 26-megapixel full-frame sensor. The powerful image processor ensures you can take 6.5 photos per second. This is ideal for sports photography and taking action photos. And you get 45 focus points, which determines which part of the photo you can focus on.
Canon EOS RP: accurately capture your subject
You can take detailed photos with the RP thanks to the full frame of 26 megapixels. In addition, you can take 5 photos per second. That's sligtly slower than the Canon 6D Mark II. On the other hand, the Dual Pixel autofocus system provides a fast autofocus. So you can still capture actions quickly. And with the 4479 focus points, you have more options to determine which part of the photo should be sharp.
Video quality
Canon 6D Mark II: record stable videos in Full HD
With this camera, you can record videos in Full HD quality. You can record with up to 60 fps. The camera also has a 5 -axis image stabilization. This ensures you always have stable images. The camera doesn't have a microphone connector for more audio options when you're recording.
Canon EOS RP: records in bright 4K image quality
The video quality is more professional compared to the 6D Mark II, because you record in bright 4K quality. This device doesn't have built-in image stabilization. So you need a lens with image stabilization to reduce motion blur. You also have a microphone connector, which provides more audio options during filming.
Conclusion
Both cameras are suitable for the advanced photographer. The biggest differences between the cameras are size, video quality, and battery life. You can easily take the Canon EOS RP with you on the go thanks to its light weight. In addition, you can record in professional 4K quality. You'll have to put up with the short battery life. With the canon 6D Mark II, you get a robust action camera with built-in image stabilization.
