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, delivering a 25% resolution boost over the previous 24.2-megapixel model.
Performance and Shooting Features
- Class-leading burst shooting at 40fps using the electronic shutter with continuous autofocus and auto-exposure.
- Mechanical shutter shooting at 12fps, matching the flagship EOS R3.
- Pre-continuous shooting of up to 20 frames (Raw or JPEG/HEIF) before fully pressing the shutter button.
- Uncompressed RAW buffer supports 150 shots (with CFexpress cards), doubling that of the R6 Mark II.
Image Stabilization and Sensitivity
The camera provides up to 8.5 stops of image stabilization, combining in-body stabilization with the lens’s own system. Its native ISO range spans 100 to 51200, expandable to ISO 50-102400 for low-light versatility.
Video Capabilities
- Internal RAW video recording up to 7K 60p or 7K/30p with Open Gate.
- High frame rate recording at 4K 120p and 2K 180p.
- Oversampled 4K 60p video.
- Supports 4K 60p UVC live streaming, a first for full-frame EOS cameras.
"The Canon EOS R6 Mark III utilises a new 32.5 megapixel CMOS sensor which provides a 25% increase in resolution compared to its 24.2 megapixel predecessor as well as offering 7K 60p internal RAW video recording."
"It 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 Canon EOS R6 Mark III impresses with significantly enhanced resolution, rapid burst shooting, and advanced video features, positioning it as a versatile choice for enthusiasts and professionals alike.