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CANON EOS R6 MARK II
Other new features include a top shutter speed of 1/16,000sec (electronic shutter only), focus bracketing and stacking in-camera – as well as false colour warnings. Furthermore, there is Dual Pixel Raw mode for making tweaks to focus points and bokeh after the picture is taken, and the addition of optical viewfinder assist, a feature snaffled from the R3. The EVF is excellent – big and bright – which makes viewing very simple, but OVF assist means the camera feels like a DSLR. With the option selected, making changes to the exposure isn’t reflected in the viewfinder. Unfortunately, it’s a nod back to DSLR tech that isn’t needed. It’s good to have the sanity check of a dark or oddly coloured viewfinder if the exposure or white-balance settings are wrong. DESIGNER GENES The body is compact and works well with the latest Canon RF lenses
“The R6 Mark II uses the same rechargeable cell as its predecessor, but Canon has cajoled more out of it”
A couple of other niggles: when choosing a custom white-balance, Canon insists setting it for video involves taking a still photo and using that. Also, if you open the card door then the camera instantly switches off, so sadly there isn’t the possibility of hot-swapping cards during a shoot. For connectivity, the Mark II supports 5GHz Wi-Fi, upgraded Bluetooth and offers a faster USB-C port than the Mark I. It can also be
used as a webcam without need for additional paraphernalia. Canon has seen fit to update its Camera Connect app alongside the launch of the R6 Mark II, boasting a new user interface and more intuitive set-up. With a whole host of upgrades, lovely oversampled 4K/60p footage and fantastic stills, the EOS R6 II is a great all-rounder that could fit into a Canon workflow at any level. Very few image creators need more than the EOS offers.
DIAL M FOR MANUAL A traditional PASM dial with custom settings is found on the top-plate
THE VERDICT
Autofocus performance stands out when tackling subjects on the move. Combined with the low rolling shutter, it is a great camera for action and fast pans, and especially good in low light. Last month’s announcement of the Canon EOS R8 – with the same sensor but no IBIS at a lower price – means you now have a choice of affordable full- frame mirrorless from Canon. HOW IT RATES Features: 8 Great AF and rolling shutter, but lack of All-Intra or internal Raw Performance: 9 For stills, video or both, expect quality results across the board
Handling: 8 It’s not geared towards video, but as a hybrid camera it’s very ergonomic Value for money: 8 Not exactly a bargain, but you do get plenty of bang for your buck OVERALL RATING: 8/10 Not the best pure video camera, but an excellent hybrid Pros: AF and ISO performance, equally good with stills and video
The EOS R6 Mark II sets out its stall as a jack-of-all-trades. But far from being a master of none, it handles all you throw at it. It’s decently specified from a video perspective and delivers high-quality footage, while producing exceptional still images. For video, the lack of All-Intra, 10-bit in anything but C-Log3 and no internal Raw means the footage isn’t the most data-packed for hardcore grading. And there’s no 17:9 C4K. But it is still very good for general use, especially the 4K/60p downsampled from 6K. The zebras and false colour are a bonus, and rolling shutter issues are well- controlled. Image stabilisation is great, too, especially for a full-frame camera.
Cons: No 4K/120p, 240fps HD, internal Raw and limited 10-bit
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