Canon EOS R6: Specifications and What to Check Used
Canon EOS R6 · EOS R6 (first generation, before the Mark II)
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What the manufacturer lists for the Canon EOS R6, what to check in a used listing, and eBay searches split into Refurbished, Used and Open Box.
Specification summary
| Item | Manufacturer figure (new unit) | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS approx. 35.9 × 23.9 mm; effective max approx. 20.1 MP; Dual Pixel CMOS AF | Canon Product Manual EOS R6 Specifications |
| Mount | Canon RF mount; EF/EF-S lenses via Mount Adapter EF-EOS R (EF-M excluded) | Canon Product Manual EOS R6 Specifications |
| Shutter | Electronically controlled focal-plane shutter; modes: mechanical / electronic 1st curtain / electronic | Canon Product Manual EOS R6 Specifications |
| Continuous shooting | Max approx. 12 fps (mechanical / electronic 1st curtain); max approx. 20 fps (electronic shutter) | Canon Product Manual EOS R6 Specifications |
| Card slots | Dual card slots | Canon Product Manual EOS R6 Specifications |
| USB | USB Type-C, SuperSpeed Plus USB (USB 3.1 Gen 2) equivalent; in-camera charging with USB Power Adapter PD-E1 | Canon Product Manual EOS R6 Specifications |
| HDMI | HDMI micro OUT (Type D) | Canon Product Manual EOS R6 Specifications |
| Battery | Compatible: LP-E6P / LP-E6NH / LP-E6N / LP-E6 (spec sheet: supplied LP-E6NH) | Canon Product Manual EOS R6 Specifications |
| Release | Marketed August 2020 (Canon Camera Museum) | Manufacturer page |
“n/c” means we did not find an official figure. These are the manufacturer’s published figures for new units, not measurements of any used item.
Checks specific to this model
Make sure the title says R6, not R6 Mark II — the two bodies are different models.
Ask for a shutter-count reading; Canon publishes no rated figure we could confirm for this body.
Check for a battery and charger; Canon lists LP-E6-series packs as compatible.
General points are in the Canon EOS R6 vs R6 Mark II (Used): What You Gain by Paying More guide. Seller descriptions are the seller’s own statements; we have not verified them.
Price snapshot
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Current listings
- eBay Refurbished (Certified, Excellent, Very Good) on eBay Refurbished under eBay’s Refurbished program for approved sellers. Check eBay’s current terms and the listing for warranty and returns.As an eBay Partner, we may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.
- Used on eBay Pre-owned; the seller describes the condition. Returns and warranty are whatever the listing states.
- Open Box (listed by eBay as “New other”) on eBay Unused or opened-box item. It is not an eBay Refurbished item.
Search results can include items for parts, empty boxes and accessories.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the manufacturer list for the Canon EOS R6?
Sensor: Full-frame CMOS approx. 35.9 × 23.9 mm; effective max approx. 20.1 MP; Dual Pixel CMOS AF; Mount: Canon RF mount; EF/EF-S lenses via Mount Adapter EF-EOS R (EF-M excluded); Shutter: Electronically controlled focal-plane shutter; modes: mechanical / electronic 1st curtain / electronic. Figures are for new units, from the sources linked on this page.
What should I check before buying a used Canon EOS R6?
Make sure the title says R6, not R6 Mark II — the two bodies are different models. Ask for a shutter-count reading; Canon publishes no rated figure we could confirm for this body. Check for a battery and charger; Canon lists LP-E6-series packs as compatible.
Which eBay condition should I search for the Canon EOS R6?
eBay Refurbished (Certified, Excellent, Very Good) is a program for approved sellers, so check eBay’s current terms and the listing for warranty and returns. Used and Open Box (listed by eBay as “New other”) are not part of that program; read the listing for what applies.
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