The Canon EOS R6 Mark II has been launched globally as the successor to the EOS R6 that debuted in 2020. The new model has some key upgrades over the previous model in sensor resolution, burst capability, autofocus and improvements to video recording. Canon also introduced the new RF135mm f/1.8L IS USM prime lens, which is said to be the only lens of this focal length on the market with built-in optical image stabilization. From the L series, it is said to be made of professional-grade glass, and the enclosure is dust-, water-, and shock-resistant for use in harsh conditions.
Canon EOS R6 Mark II price in India, availability details
The Canon EOS R6 Mark II is priced at Rs. 2,43,995 in India are for the body only. It also works with the RF24-105mm f/4L IS USM Premium Kit Lens of Rs. 3,43,995, or you can get it with the RF24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM kit lens for Rs. 2,71,995. Canon says the camera and kit will be available in India by the end of November.
The new RF135mm f/1.8L IS USM prime lens alone will get you cool Rs. 2,19,995, although India availability has yet to be confirmed.
Canon EOS R6 Mark II Specifications, Features
The Canon EOS R6 Mark II features a 24.2-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, which is slightly higher resolution compared to the 20-megapixel sensor in the EOS R6. However, the ISO range hasn't changed, still 100 to 1,02,400 for stills and 100 to 25,600 for video. Canon has managed to improve the burst shooting capability of the EOS R6 Mark II, going from 20fps to a whopping 40fps with AE/AF tracking when using the electronic shutter. With the mechanical shutter, the burst rate for stills is still 12fps.
The Canon EOS R6 Mark II has a similar exterior design and button layout to the older model. It features in-body 5-axis sensor stabilization, and an OLED electronic viewfinder with 3.69 million-dot resolution. The autofocus system is said to be improved, and it can now detect more objects such as horses, trains and planes thanks to artificial intelligence deep learning technology in the camera. The EOS R6 Mark II also features a digital teleconverter that increases the focal length by 2x or 4x with the touch of a button.
The EOS R6 Mark II can now shoot longer 4K 60fps (using full sensor width oversampled 6K footage) video and unlimited 4K 30fps video recording. Fans of slow-motion video will also appreciate the 180fps (from 120) boost at 1080p.