Canon EOS RP vs EOS 6D Mark II: Which is right for you?

Canon EOS RP vs EOS 6D Mark II: Which is right for you?
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Introduction Years back, Canon released the EOS 6D as its basic, 'entry-level' full frame DSLR to sit below the pro-oriented 5D-series. Not surprisingly, that was a recipe for success, with the 6D and follow-up 6D Mark II proving to be quite popular with all kinds of photographers.

But now we have the EOS RP, a new entry-level offering that is even more affordable and portable than the 6D's that came before it. So how do they compare for various kinds of shooting? Here's what we'll be covering – click the link to hop straight to the section of your choice.

Travel

Video

Family and moments

Landscape

Candid and street

Sports

Travel

Canon EOS RP with EF 24mm F2. 8 IS USM | ISO 100 |1/500sec | F7. 1

Both cameras offer Wi-Fi and good JPEG image quality with pleasing color rendition right out of the box, a great combination for someone looking to share images on the fly. In-camera Raw processing is also offered by both cameras, making it easy to share photos from the road – no laptop required. GPS is offered in some form by both cameras (though we prefer the 6D II's in-camera implementation over the RP's use of smartphone location data) and selfie-takers can safely choose either camera as they both offer a screen that flips forward.

However, where battery life is concerned, the 6D II looks like the stronger option. There's no getting around it – the RP is a mirrorless camera that draws a lot of power for constant Live View use, so its 250 shot CIPA rating is dwarfed by the 6D II's rating of 1200 shots per charge. On the other hand, it's not much of a burden to carry a couple of spare batteries for the RP as they're smaller and lighter, and the camera supports USB charging where the 6D II doesn't. Tack on the fact that the 6D II is weather-sealed whereas the RP offers no official claim of weather resistance and the 6D II keeps looking better and better.

Things swing back in the RP's favor when you consider its incredibly compact size, even compared to the relatively light weight 6D II. But that advantage is somewhat reduced when you consider the RP's native lens selection – right now the RF 35mm F1. 8 is the best native option to keep size down. Adding an adapter and a smaller lens like the 50mm F1. 8 STM or 24mm F2. 8 IS doesn't tack on too much extra bulk, but it's not nothing. The RP still wins on compactness, but unless you're happy shooting at 35mm until some more RF lenses come out, the camera's small size isn't as much of an advantage as it seems.

Video

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As far as headline video specifications go, the EOS RP stands ahead of the 6D II with 4K video recording (the 6D II tops out at 1080/60p). To be sure the RP's 4K is heavily cropped, but it is 4K. The mirrorless camera also comes up with a headphone jack as well as a mic jack – the 6D II only offers a mic jack. It also comes with the inherent mirrorless advantage of offering video recording while using the EVF, which can be handy in bright light or for a little extra stabilization in a pinch. The RP's 4K mode is also the only place you'll find "cinematic" 24p recording between the two cameras.

Using a stabilized lens with either camera will yield the best results, as neither offers in-body stabilization. While digital IS creates smooth footage, it also sacrifices some detail. The 6D II and EOS RP also both provide fully articulated screens with face detection autofocus, a benefit for vloggers.

The 6D II does provide the advantage of more control over autofocus while recording video, offering adjustments to Movie Servo AF speed and tracking sensitivity – both missing from the RP.

Family and moments

Canon EOS RP with RF 35mm F1. 8 IS STM | ISO 1000 | 1/80sec | F1. 8

The EOS RP introduces a new feature for Canon that will be particularly handy for photographers looking to capture candid moments: Pupil Detection in Servo AF. In our experience so far it's not quite as impressive as Sony's freaky-good Eye AF, but will do a good job of identifying and focusing on an eye without intervention from the user.

The RP's compact size could be another benefit to family photographers who tend to chuck their camera into a packed bag or purse. As we saw when looking at using these cameras for travel, the size advantage of the RP is compromised once you attach an adapter and any sort of zoom lens to the camera. The RF 35mm F1. 8 does keep things more compact, but you've really got to like 35mm if that's the deciding factor for you.

Canon's great JPEG image quality and color is a real bonus

The RP's much lower battery life is another significant drawback here, since you'll be more likely to run out of juice at an inconvenient time. But the good news is that its USB charging means you can re-charge it in the car, or top up the battery with the same kind of portable battery you may already carry for your phone.

Both cameras provide handy 'tap to track' functionality in live view, making it easier to focus on what you want. And we'll say it again – Canon's great JPEG image quality and color is a real bonus if you don't want to fuss with photos too much before sending them out to the world.

Landscapes

Canon EOS RP with EF 24mm F2. 8 IS USM | ISO 100 | 1/400sec | F7. 1

We can't say that the either the 6D II or the RP would be among our top recommendations for landscape shooters. Other options with more resolution and dynamic range will likely suit serious landscape photographers better. If that's not your sole priority, both of these cameras would serve the casual landscape shooter just fine on travels or hikes, and their image quality will be roughly the same.

The 6D II's robust battery life is a big plus in this category if you plan to spend a good deal of time away from a power source and don't fancy carrying extra batteries. Another point in favor of the DSLR: weather-sealing. The 6D II is designed to handle the elements better than the RP, and that can make a big difference when you're halfway into a hike and the weather rolls in.

Both cameras offer fully articulated screens to facilitate composing shots from low angles or working on a tripod

For obvious reasons, size and weight are real concerns for photographers who will carry gear along on hikes or all-day excursions. Again, the RP would seem to have an advantage here but current native RF lenses are quite large and few in number. Adding an adapter to the kit isn't a huge amount of extra weight or bulk, but if every bit of space in your bag counts, it's something to consider.

Both cameras offer fully articulated screens to facilitate composing shots from low angles or working on a tripod. Both cameras also provide a means of recording your location via GPS – the 6D II offers it in camera while the RP requires use of Canon's smartphone app.

Overall, both cameras supply features that will certainly be appreciated by photographers who shoot landscapes among other things, but we'd hesitate to recommend either just for that purpose.

Candid and street

Canon EOS 6D Mark II with EF 24-105mm F4L IS II USM | ISO 1000 | 1/500sec | F8

Both the RP and 6D II offer a number of features that would appeal to a street photographer looking to keep a low profile and capture the decisive moment. Both offer great-looking JPEGs and a flip-out screen to aid shooting from the hip (paired with Canon's excellent Dual Pixel AF). Unfortunately, neither camera truly offers silent shooting – it's not available on the 6D II and the RP offers it as a scene mode without exposure controls.

There's not much between the two cameras in terms of size either, once you account for the adapter you'll almost certainly need (for now) on the RP. Both of these options also offer wireless connectivity for easy image sharing.

As we cautioned landscape-oriented folks, the limited dynamic range that the RP and 6D II offer may be of concern to some street photographers. If you'd like some flexibility in pushing shadows then you may want to look elsewhere, but between the two cameras neither presents a significantly better feature set for street photographers.

Sports and action

Canon EOS 6D II and 70-200mm F4L @ 200mm | ISO 1250 | 1/1250 sec | F4

For sports and other fast-moving subjects, the 6D II and EOS RP trade punches back and forth. Generally speaking, mid-to-low-end EOS cameras with Dual Pixel autofocus haven't handled fast-moving distant subjects very well. The 6D II offers an advantage here with its optical viewfinder and traditional AF system, which does a better job on distant subjects if you choose your own AF point, and you may find it easier to follow your subjects with the optical viewfinder than the EVF on the RP.

On the other hand, the RP offers the better subject tracking experience with viewfinder shooting, considering that it can use Dual Pixel with the EVF. Canon's optical viewfinder tracking AF experience leaves something to be desired. On the other other hand, you get faster viewfinder burst rates with the 6D II (though you get faster Live View burst speeds on the RP). To the RP's credit, it has a bigger buffer and offers CRaw to save you some storage space if you're shooting Raw in burst mode.

One important point that you won't find any spec sheet is how comfortable the camera will be in the hand for long periods of time. In our opinion, the 6D II is way ahead of the RP in this department. The DSLR will be better balanced with heavier lenses and offers a bigger, more comfortable grip. An add-on grip can be purchased for the RP to help things somewhat, but for our money, the 6D II is the one we'd rather hold on to for hours at a time.

Which one is right for you?

The Canon EOS RP and 6D Mark II share much of the same DNA when it comes to image quality, but their feature sets and implementations are still quite different. The 6D II provides the familiar comforts of a DSLR: robust battery life, a comfortable grip and plentiful lens options.

The RP brings many of the trappings of a modern mirrorless camera, including (decent) 4K video and use of Canon's very good Dual Pixel AF system with the built-in viewfinder. But as it often does, the choice may come down to the lenses. It's very early days for the RF mount, and the first lenses available for it are some real stunners, but they don't seem particularly well matched the RP's price point and target audience unless you really love shooting 35mm.

But even given the lack of native lenses, we tend to recommend the EOS RP over the 6D II for most use-cases. Experienced photographers may scoff, but for amateurs and even enthusiasts, the ability to see your exposure, white balance and get a better idea of critical focus with the RP's full-time Live View on the rear screen or EVF will help you get more keepers more often. Plus, the RP's full-time touchscreen controls are among the best in the business, and make up somewhat for the lesser amount of buttons compared to the 6D II.

Only you can choose what is best for you; the 6D II is the undisputed winner regarding its build quality, battery life and beefy grip. But for most people, we think the RP will be a better - and, dare we say, more 'fun' - photographic companion.

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