Canon EOS R6 Mark II + RF 24-105 f4L IS USM

The full-frame EOS R6 Mark II raises the bar with its unique blend of class-leading performance, breath-taking speed, stability and professional filmmaking features. Master your craft and never compromise – whatever you like to shoot, and however you like to shoot it.

Our deep-learning AI delivers even more powerful autofocus. The EOS R6 Mark II recognises and tracks more subjects with even greater speed, reliability and precision.

Shoot long exposures with biting sharpness, thanks to an 8-stop2 Image Stabilizer. Video footage is super steady too, perfect for on-the-go filmmaking and documentaries.

Setting new speed records, the EOS R6 Mark II can shoot continuously at up to 40fps6 electronically, and up to 12fps mechanically5. Capture the action before you press the button with Pre-shooting in RAW burst mode.

Use the full width of the EOS R6 Mark II’s sensor to capture superb oversampled 4K 60p video or 6K RAW10. Focus-breathing correction and Detect-only AF make professional results easier than ever.

Capture the ambience of the moment whatever the conditions. Shoot up to ISO 102,400 sensitivity and focus in as little light as -6.5EV.

The EOS R6 Mark II uses Canon’s state-of-the-art Dual Pixel CMOS AF II technology to focus and track subjects, keeping them sharp as they move through a scene. Using deep-learning artificial intelligence, we’ve programmed the camera to recognise people, vehicles (cars, motorbikes, trains and aircraft) and animals (dogs, cats, birds and horses). The type of subject to be detected can be chosen in the EOS R6 Mark II’s menu, or set to Auto if you shoot in a range of scenarios.

When detecting people or animals, the EOS R6 Mark II first looks for a subject’s eyes, and it’s now possible to specify which eye (left or right) should be given priority. If the eyes can’t be seen, the camera focuses on the face instead, and if the subject turns away for a moment, the head is tracked. If the head isn’t visible, the EOS R6 Mark II will track their body.

The EOS R6 Mark II also features a pre-shooting option as part of RAW burst mode, that captures the action 0.5 sec before the shutter-release button is pressed – a great advantage when shooting unpredictable subjects, from tennis players to toddlers.

RAW burst mode shoots continuously at 30fps for up to 191 frames (just over 6 sec using a high-speed card) and records all of the frames in a single RAW file, called a roll. This is recorded as a special CR3 file; all with AF tracking. Individual images can be extracted from this roll using Canon’s Digital Photo Professional software, or in camera, and saved as individual JPEG, HEIF or RAW files.

A technology shared with Canon’s Cinema EOS family, a new Movie Servo AF option – ‘Detect only’ – has been added to the EOS R6 Mark II, and is similar to the ‘Face only’ feature found in our Cinema EOS C70 camera. When this is activated, if the subject specific in the Subject to detect menu moves out of the focus area, the camera will remain at its current point of focus without refocusing on other subjects. For example, if ‘People’ is specified in the menu, focus will not change if a subject walks out of shot. Traditionally, a camera would then refocus on the background, which is often not what’s wanted, especially if the subject may be about to move back into the frame again.

The EOS R6 Mark II can use digital processing to compensate for the effects of focus breathing – the small, but noticeable changes in viewing angle or magnification that happen as some lenses undergo significant changes in focus. Lenses currently supported, after firmware updates, are:

• RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM
• RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM
• RF 24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM
• RF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM
• RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM
• RF 70-200mm F4 L IS USM

The RF24mm F1.8 Macro IS STM supports this feature from the beginning and does not require a firmware update.

The EOS R6 Mark II features a full-frame 24.2 megapixel CMOS sensor, designed by Canon. Working in tandem with a powerful DIGIC X processor, it powers many of the camera’s groundbreaking features and provides an ideal balance of resolution, low-light and speed.

The new sensor is fast, powering 40fps6 continuous shooting. Compared to the EOS R6, this new sensor reduces ‘rolling shutter’ distortion, allowing the camera’s electronic shutter to be used to freeze fast-moving objects. This speed also enables oversampled 4K 60p video using the full width of the sensor, and helps power the EOS R6 Mark II’s extraordinarily quick focusing.

A digital teleconverter provides an instant in-camera 1.6x crop, taking you closer to the action at the press of a button and with your eye still at the viewfinder.

When you need more depth of field than is available, the EOS R6 Mark II can deploy focus bracketing and depth compositing to help achieve perfect focus throughout the frame.

After specifying the focus range and number of shots, a single press of the shutter-release button tells the camera to begin shooting, varying focus from near to far as it does so. When this sequence of images is blended together, the result is perfect depth of field for the scene.

This image sequence can now be merged in-camera, creating a perfect ready-to-go result. The feature can also be used as an on-location preview of what can be achieved later in post-production, giving you the confidence that you have what you need.

Depth compositing is great for shooting close-up or macro work when depth of field is limited. It also allows photographers to reduce time spent post-processing images from multiple frames and lets them achieve a result quickly, in-camera.

The EOS R6 Mark II can shoot 4K 60p UHD using the full width of the EOS R6 Mark II’s sensor, with simultaneous Dual Pixel CMOS AF II focusing. Footage is created by oversampling the sensor’s 6K output, resulting in superb image quality.

Improved circuit designs are highly heat efficient, allowing longer recording times of up to 610 hours, depending on ambient temperature, memory card space and battery life.

For filmmakers wanting even higher performance, the EOS R6 Mark II outputs 6K RAW via its HDMI output, which can be recorded on an Atomos Ninja V+ recorder in ProRes RAW. This provides more detail, as well as the ability to adjust parameters such as white balance in post-production. Full HD proxy footage can be captured internally to a memory card.

When this function is activated, video is continuously streamed through the camera in standby. Such pre-captured footage can be captured from the 3 or 5 secs before the video record button is pressed – very handy when shooting unpredictable subjects or an unmissable one-off moment.

The EOS R6 Mark II can be used as a webcam on PC and Mac computers running video-call apps such as Skype, Zoom and Teams, without having to install additional software. This plug-and-play capability is powered by industry-standard USB Video Class (UVC) and USB Audio Class (UAC) drivers that are built into Windows and MacOS operating systems.

Used in this way, the EOS R6 Mark II provides improved image quality compared with standard computer webcams, letting you look your best when you need to make a great impression online.

A technology shared with Canon’s Cinema EOS family, the EOS R6 Mark II features false colour warnings that give an easy-to-see indication of current exposure levels. Six colours, each representing a different luminance level, are overlaid on viewfinder and viewscreen images.

When the EOS R6 Mark II’s Recording emphasis feature is turned on, a blinking red frame is visible at the edges of the frame when the camera is recording video. In addition, the EOS R6 Mark II includes an Aspect marker option, which acts as a guide to how footage will look when it’s been processed for different aspect ratios, such as 2.35:1 Cinema Scope, vertical 9:16, 5:4, and even Instagram friendly 1:1. This is very useful when shooting footage for social-media platforms, which often require different frame shapes.

When capturing video footage, EOS R6 Mark II users can now shoot in aperture-priority (Av) and shutter-priority (Tv) exposure modes, as well as manual (M), Program (P) and 3 custom setting modes giving more convenience and creative control.

The multifunction shoe, first seen on the EOS R3, is also included on the EOS R6 Mark II, allowing a range of new accessories to be used with the camera. These include the DM-E1D digital microphone and Tascam XLR adapter, for recording high-quality sound, and a smartphone adapter – as well as new Speedlite flashes.

The EOS R6 Mark II is able to capture video for longer by managing the camera’s response to rises in temperature. Advanced warning of overheating informs videographers well before shooting needs to be paused.

Low-resolution standby mode helps reduce the likelihood of overheating when the camera is on standby between takes. Display frame rate and image quality are temporarily reduced, conserving power and extending recording time.

RF 24-105mm F4L IS USM:

Featuring fast, silent, Nano USM technology, the RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM zoom offers photographers and filmmakers a small, lightweight and compact general-purpose lens with 5-stops of image stabilisation and high optical quality and constant aperture. A general purpose, practical zoom for every day photography and filmmaking The RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM zoom offers the perfect solution for photographers and filmmakers looking for a professional quality, go anywhere, capture everything lens that can satisfy a wide range of genres.

The RF mount:

 
The RF mount at the heart of the EOS R System is designed to maximise lens design possibilities and features a short back focus design and wide lens throat. This has made it possible for Canon engineers to design new lenses that weren’t possible before. The RF mount also transmits data faster via a 12-pin connector meaning quicker AF and lens processing using Digital Lens Optimiser stored in the lens itself.

The RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM zoom features an innovative Control Ring on the barrel, offering photographers used to manual cameras a familiar and intuitive traditional control over a wide range of customisable settings. This feature gives the photographer greater and faster connection with the camera and allows full concentration to be given to the subject. The Control Ring has a reassuring and familiar ‘click’ as it rotates which can be de-clicked at service, useful for filmmakers wishing to retain the silent characteristics of the lens.

A general purpose, practical zoom for every day photography and filmmaking:

 
With a hugely versatile 24-105mm focal length range that encompasses the everyday needs of most photographers and filmmakers, the RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM zoom is the primary go-to lens particularly suited to subjects such as landscapes, portraits and travel. A fixed f/4 constant aperture ensures exposure consistency throughout the entire zoom range and allows for a smaller, more compact lens design. Weighing in at just 700g, the RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM is lightweight, practical and perfect for agile, handheld photography and filmmaking when covering a variety of events and genres in the same day.Steady, handheld professional performance with 5-stops of image stabilisation:

 
Advanced image stabilisation of up to 5-stops makes the RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM class-leading and among the best performing of any Canon lens, including those in the EF range. The obvious benefit comes when handholding the camera, particularly in low light. The lens works together with compatible EOS R bodies offering powerful combination IS for photographs and movies. A customisable Lens Control Ring is featured on the RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM offering the feel of a manual and allowing for the intuitive adjustments of camera settings such as Tv, Av and ISO meaning there is no need to look away from the subject and risk breaking concentration.Fast, smooth, quiet Nano USM focusing bringing ideal attributes for photos and video:

 
The RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM is the first L-series lens to feature Canon’s pioneering and beautifully silent Nano USM motor technology. Nano USM offers very fast focusing for photographers and is especially useful for filmmakers when smooth focusing is a must for natural looking focus transitions, giving superb control and smooth tracking of the subject as it moves away or towards the camera.Legendary L-series image quality for outstanding detail, depth and sharpness:

 
Using a combination of Air Sphere Coating (ASC) and Super Spectra Coating prevents ghosting and flare. Air Sphere Coating (ASC) technology combines traditional anti-reflective technology with a low refractive index which prevents problems like flare and ghosting degrading image quality. An aperture made up of nine blades produces a circular aperture for pleasing out of focus blur and attractive bokeh, resulting in much more natural looking highlights and smooth backgrounds, especially when shooting movies. Achieve high contrast images right across the frame and throughout the entire zoom range thanks to three aspherical lens elements which correct spherical aberration, distortion, and astigmatism.

Aspherical lens elements help to compensate for distortion and compensate or eliminate spherical aberrations. They also allow for a more compact lens design. UD lenses reduce axial chromatic aberration and chromatic aberration for richly defined images full of sharpness and colour. UD glass features a low refractive index and low dispersion with performance significantly better than ordinary optical glass.

Smart, professional design, built to accompany you everywhere, every day:

The RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM has been designed with performance as well as durability at its heart. Being an L-series lens, weather-sealing is exceptional and offers excellent resistance to dust, moisture and vibrations. Fluorine coatings used on the front and rear lens surfaces are highly dust and dirt resistance and allow the lens outer elements to be cleaned easily. This means the lens can withstand the rigours of professional life and be easy to clean, especially in dusty or humid climates. As an everyday ‘go-to’ lens the RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM versatility is exceptional.

As well as super-fast focusing, full-time manual focusing for creative control is possible thanks to a delightfully weighted focus ring with refined resistance for precise adjustments. A minimum focus distance of 45cm and a zoom ring lock makes the lens highly flexible plus the provided EW-83N lens hood takes care of lens flare plus provides additional protection from the front of the lens being accidentally knocked or scraped. A 77mm front element that doesn’t rotate it means that readily available filters can easily be used such as circular polarisers and neutral density.