Canon EOS R6 Mark III Review
The Canon EOS R6 Mark III is a mid-range full-frame mirrorless camera that succeeds the EOS R6 Mark II released in 2023. It features a new 32.5-megapixel CMOS sensor, which delivers a 25% boost in resolution over its 24.2-megapixel predecessor.
Image Quality and Sensor
The improved sensor enables internal RAW video recording at 7K 60p, a notable enhancement for video shooters.
Performance and Speed
- Offers a high burst shooting rate of 40fps using the electronic shutter with continuous autofocus and auto-exposure.
- Mechanical shutter supports 12fps, matching the speed of Canon's flagship EOS R3.
- Includes pre-continuous shooting with up to 20 frames (RAW or JPEG/HEIF) before fully pressing the shutter button.
- Buffer capacity for uncompressed RAW shots is 150 frames using CFexpress cards, doubling the R6 Mark II.
Stabilization and ISO Range
The camera offers up to 8.5 stops of image stabilization through a combination of in-body stabilization and lens-based stabilization.
The native ISO range spans from 100 to 51,200, expandable to ISO 50–102,400.
Video Capabilities
- Internal RAW video up to 7K 60p, or 7K/30p with Open Gate enabled.
- High frame rate recording includes 4K at 120p and 2K at 180p.
- Supports oversampled 4K at 60p.
- First full-frame EOS camera to offer 4K 60p UVC live streaming.
The Canon EOS R6 Mark III “offers a class-leading burst shooting rate of 40fps using the electronic shutter with continuous auto-focus and auto-exposure or 12fps with the mechanical shutter, matching the range-topping EOS R3.”
The expanded buffer and enhanced sensor improve both still and video capture, making the R6 Mark III a versatile tool for photographers and videographers alike.
Author's summary: The Canon EOS R6 Mark III significantly upgrades speed, resolution, and video specs, setting a new standard in mid-range full-frame mirrorless cameras.