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Kit comparison · 2025

Nikon Z8 vs Canon EOS R6 Mark II: which kit wins in 2025?

Full side-by-side comparison of camera specs, lens options, performance scores, and price — so you can stop second-guessing and start shooting.

The EOS R6 Mark II kit costs €2,201 less
The Z8 flagship kit
Nikon Z8
+ Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3
76/100
$5,279
camera + lens
★ Overall winner
The pro walkaround
Canon EOS R6 Mark II
+ RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM
78/100
$2,858
camera + lens
Camera body
Sensor
Full-frame
Full-frame
Resolution
45MP
24MP
IBIS
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Weather seal
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Battery
340 shots
580 shots
Body weight
910g
588g
Released
2,023
2,022
Lens
Model
Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3
RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM
Focal range
24-50mm
24-105mm
Max aperture
f/4
f/4
Type
Zoom
Zoom
Lens weight
195g
395g
Combined kit
Total weight
1,105g
983g
Total price
€4,799
€2,598
Tier
Pro
Pro
Performance scores
Beginner-friendly
30
56
Travel
60
88
Portrait
94
82
Wildlife
95
72
Sports
96
85
Video
95
88
Value for money
60
74
Strengths
+Stacked sensor (no mechanical shutter)
+45MP at up to 20fps
+8K ProRes RAW
+Pro-grade build
+Same sensor as flagship Z9 in lighter body
+40fps burst shooting
+Outstanding IBIS (8 stops)
+Weather sealed
+Excellent subject tracking AF
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Nikon Z8 vs Canon EOS R6 Mark II: common questions

Which is better overall, the Nikon Z8 or the Canon EOS R6 Mark II?

Based on our scoring across 7 use-case dimensions, the Canon EOS R6 Mark II edges ahead with an average score of 78/100 vs 76/100. Canon's strengths include: 40fps burst shooting and Outstanding IBIS (8 stops).

Is the Nikon Z8 worth the extra cost over the Canon EOS R6 Mark II?

The Z8 kit costs €2,201 more than the EOS R6 Mark II kit. The extra cost buys you: Stacked sensor (no mechanical shutter) and 45MP at up to 20fps. If those features matter for your shooting, the upgrade is justified.

Which is better for beginners, the Nikon Z8 or Canon EOS R6 Mark II?

For beginners, the Canon EOS R6 Mark II scores higher (56 vs 30 for beginner-friendliness). 40fps burst shooting.

Which has better video, the Nikon Z8 or Canon EOS R6 Mark II?

For video, the Nikon Z8 leads with a video score of 95/100. It has IBIS for smoother handheld footage. The flip screen also makes it ideal for solo filming.

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