I’m SO excited to review this camera. I’ve been keeping an eye on the R5 and R6 lines by Canon for a while now. The Canon R6 Mark III was just released in November 2025 and I had the opportunity to try it out recently. And I’m not kidding when I say, this is my current dream camera. It was everything I was hoping for and is now on my list as the camera I plan to purchase this year to replace my EOS R. I’ve had the Canon EOS R, which was Canon’s very first mirrorless camera, since 2020 (I have a full blog post about this camera here). I’ve been using it as my secondary camera at photo shoots and weddings, with the Canon 5D Mark IV as my main camera. There are a lot of things about the EOS R that just made it unreliable to use as my main camera, but it had some redeeming qualities that made me still kept it in my back pocket. Mainly, the photos were incredibly sharp and it had amazing low-light functionality. But it felt fragile in my hand, the controls didn’t feel intuitive, and there were features that kept activating when I didn’t want them to. I didn’t have time to fumble around with a camera at a wedding, so the 5D Mark IV was my go-to. After testing the Canon R6 Mark III recently though, I finally feel like there’s a Canon camera that edges out my 5D Mark IV. I can say without a doubt that when I do buy this camera, it’s going to be my main camera, with the 5D Mark IV as my backup. That’s kind of crazy to say, because for years the 5D Mark IV was considered top of the line in it’s price range for professional photographers. I’m also just ready for something more modern that competes with everything else out there by other brands.
STANDOUT FEATURES OF THE R6 MARK III
As the third iteration of the R6 cameras from Canon, they have definitely worked out some of the kinks. Canon hasn’t always been able to keep up with some of the other main camera brands when it comes to autofocus and video specifically. Canon made sense for photographers, but not really videographers. I think that is finally shifting though because the autofocus and image stabilization on the R6 Mark III is the best I’ve experienced so far with a Canon camera. I’ve somehow never owned a digital camera with image stabilization and I already miss it. Once you have image stabilization, you just can’t go back. All of my cameras and lenses feel outdated now, which is a bummer, but it’s also giving me the drive and inspiration to get rid of some old gear and spring for the R6 Mark III. While it’s not the most affordable camera in the world, you get a LOT for the price. To me, yes, it’s pricey, but if you’re a professional photographer, you’ll make back that money tenfold. It’s currently priced at $2799, but it sort of hovers in that mid-range of not-affordable but not-absurdly-expensive. It’s approachable to aspiring and professional photographers, but maybe not to the average consumer. If you’re hoping to grow your business or start your business, the R6 Mark III will bring a professionality to your work that can catapult you above other photographers who maybe aren’t willing to invest that much into their gear. But I’m telling you, your gear is the most important part of your business.
Other standout features include a 32.5 MP sensor (much better than the R6 Mark II’s 24 MP sensor), up to 7K video at 60 fps (insane!), super fast continuous shooting up to 40 fps (great for sports and wildlife photography), a super sturdy weather sealed body, dual card slots, a multiple exposure option, an articulating screen (great for vloggers and video), and so many other things. From the R6 Mark II, the image stabilization was improved upon (from about 8 IBIS stops to 8.5 stops, along with some other stabilization improvements), the battery life was improved (the R6 Mark III uses a new style of battery, the LP-E6P) and a different secondary card slot that uses a CF express Type B card which is faster in terms of write speed, especially for large RAW files and those 7K video files. It still has a UHS-II SD card slot though too, so don’t worry!
For me though, the image stabillization, 7K video and autofocus are what excite me most because I’ve never had a camera with such amazing video quality AND picture quality. What I love most about Canon is the stunning photo capabilities and natural beauty of the images. But I’ve always had to sacrifice on video functionality, which has made me feel like I could only ever be a “photographer” and never a true videographer. But the R6 Mark III would really expand my capabilities as a photographer/videographer hybrid shooter, which means more work for my business.
IMAGE QUALITY
Obviously, the 32.5 MP sensor makes a huge difference, especially if you’re looking for high quality images for your clients. This means it captures more detail and allows you to create larger prints that are still super sharp. It also gives you the ability to make tighter crops, so if you’re a sports or wildlife photographer, this could be an important feature. For me though, I just want the most beautiful images with the sharpest detail and highest quality. The R6 Mark III is such a huge jump from the previous versions of the R6 and a small jump for me from my EOS R. I think the reason I loved the images from my EOS R so much is because the 30.3 MP resolution created such sharp and detailed images no matter what lens I threw on there. It never made sense for me to go with the previous versions of the R6 because the MP were 20.1 MP with the first version of the camera and 24.2 MP with the R6 Mark II. It would have been a step down photography-wise, even if they were technically better video-wise. Going through the photos from my time with the R6 Mark III, the photos reminded me of a blend of my 5D Mark IV and my EOS R. They have a slight mirrorless look to them, which are super sharp but can sometimes come across more “digital”, but they still had those lovely color tones and natural beauty that Canon is known for. I’ve tried quite a few digital camera brands over the years, and I still find Canon photos to be the most beautiful right out of the box.
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WOULD I BUY THE CANON R6 MARK III?
Ohhh yes, and I plan to! It’s the camera on my list for the year. I just need to sell a bit of gear first! But it’s the camera I’ve been waiting for. The R5 line was always a bit too expensive and the R6 line didn’t make the cut for me until now. After using the R6 Mark III for a few weeks, it’s been hard going back to my EOS R and 5D Mark IV because they don’t have image stabilization and the video quality doesn’t compete at all. I’m anxiously awaiting the day the Canon R6 Mark III arrives on my doorstep. I also only have one RF lens at the moment, so I’m also considering lenses at the moment. For the images in this post, I used the Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM lens and loved it. It’s much more affordable than some of Canon’s fancier RF zoom lenses. I always use a zoom lens as my main lens, and I currently shoot with the Canon 28-70 f/2 USM lens. It’s a HUGE lens, but it’s incredible. It’s a bit too big for the EOS R though, which is a pretty small camera, but I think it would work with the R6 Mark III, which has a larger, sturdier body. You can read more about that lens and see sample photos here!
IS THE CANON R6 MARK III WORTH THE HYPE AND COST?
I think so! While I was only shooting with the R6 Mark III for a few weeks, I loved every second of it. I’m so ready to upgrade from my EOS R and I finally feel like the camera that I need is here, waiting for me. Do I think it’s a little overpriced? Maybe? But not really? You’re getting SO much for the price. Years ago, a camera like this would have cost $5000-7000. Or more! Especially with the incredible autofocus and 7K video. You’re getting some truly amazing features and the possibilities are unlimited. You could be a professional photographer OR videographer with this camera and it really is a true hybrid. I’ve been waiting for this camera to come out and it lived up to my hype.
WOULD I RECOMMEND THE CANON 28-70MM F/2.8 IS STM LENS TO USE WITH THE R6 MARK III?
I had such a blast with the Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM lens. It’s amazingly small and lightweight, which is something I’m always looking for in a camera set-up. I’m honestly so sick and tired of giant digital camera set-ups that weigh a million pounds. I can hardly wait for the day that point-and-shoot cameras can compete with the pro cameras out there, and honestly, I think we’re just about to that day! When I was walking around with the R6 Mark III and the 28-70mm f/2.8, it didn’t feel like I was carrying around a $4000 camera set-up. And to me, this is a good thing. My body didn’t hate me the next day, I didn’t feel like a target, I didn’t feel like people were staring at me, and it just felt like the perfect travel camera. Yet it still looks large and professional enough to be shoot a wedding without your clients wondering how in the world you’re getting good photos with such a tiny camera. I even compared my photos that I took with my super fancy Canon 28-70mm f/2 USM lens and there wasn’t a huge difference. The main thing you’re getting with the f/2 lens is that extra wide aperture that can really bring a zing to portraits and adds an extra surreality to your photos if you’re shooting wide open. I love lenses with a crazy wide aperture because I feel that they allow me to be more creative and stand out from other photographers. It just gives me a little something extra.
I haven’t decided yet if this is the lens for me, but it competes with the Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8 L II lens that I used to shoot with, but weighs half as much. I do love my Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.0, I just wish it wasn’t so dang HUGE and HEAVY. But the photos are stunning and make it all worth it to me. The RF 28-70mm f/2.8 would be a perfect backup for the f/2 lens though and would be my choice to use when I’m traveling or just spending a day with family or walking around town. The f/2 lens is just too large and heavy to use on a daily basis. For the price, the RF 28-70mm f/2.8 is a great deal that I feel might be underpriced. Especially considering how expensive the 24-70mm f/2.8 L II lens is and I find the images comparable. But the RF lenses are known for being sharp and amazing, and they definitely live up to it. It’s obvious that Canon is fading out the EF lenses, so it’s probably time for me to invest in another RF lens and the 28-70mm f/2.8 might end up being the one that makes the most sense for me. We’ll see!
WHERE TO BUY
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CANON R6 MARK III
CANON RF 28-70MM F/2.8 IS STM LENS
I hope this post helps you decide if the Canon R6 Mark III is for you! It’s definitely the camera for me. I’ve included a ton of sample photos below. There are no filters on these images, but I have made minor adjustments to exposures, shadows, highlights, and color temperature to fit my personal style. There is no sharpness or clarity enhancements, curve adjustments, or color grading. If you have more specific questions about the editing, please feel free to ask!
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