Shoot without fear with the updated Canon EOS M6 Mark II

Tools don’t make the photographer, but they do make life easier. After all, the difference between a quality tool and one that’s “good enough” is the efficiency behind results. In that light, a great camera doesn’t get in the way of your shot, nor does it wind up disappointing during post.

While the mirrorless format has been nothing short of revolutionary, it’s often a balancing act between exciting features and eyebrow-raising compromises. With the new Canon EOS M6 Mark II, however, the promise is simple: shoot without fear.

A New APS-C Sensor: 30FPS RAW and EV -5

Smartphone cameras have grown in leaps and bounds this past decade, though enthusiasts will invariably find themselves pushing technical limits. A larger camera sensor grants better detail and flexibility, and Canon’s new 32.5-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor is set to delight.

The EOS M6 Mark II uses Canon’s proprietary Dual Pixel Autofocus and co-opts Eye AF (from their full-frame EOS R Range) to achieve fast and accurate results. Be it bustling family gatherings or a day out at the stadium, you can confidently capture the action with the camera’s 30FPS RAW burst mode. Switch between the new CR3 RAW format for smaller file sizes or go uncompressed for greater editing freedom.

You won’t have to put the camera away after sunset, either. A stunning low-light focusing limit of EV -5 ensures that the EOS M6 Mark II remains fast and nimble even in dim lighting. Push the ISO up to 51,200 for your desired look, or to simply enable better handheld shots at night. Plus, the silent electronic shutter lets you snap away without disturbing those around you.

Updated 4K Video: 30FPS with Autofocus and Stabilization

Everybody expects video capture functionality, though few expect to receive great footage on their first few attempts. The EOS M6 Mark II aims to solve that with improved modes and usability, starting with a significant resolution bump to 4K (uncropped) at 30FPS. You can also shoot at the traditionally cinematic 24FPS through a firmware that is coming out in the near future, or ratchet down to 1080p for the 120FPS and HDR modes.

On the usability front, you get video autofocus powered by the same Dual Pixel AF available in still capture. It lets the EOS M6 Mark II lock onto clear subjects without any focus wobbling, or to smoothly glide focus on a new point with a tap on the touchscreen. The camera also includes two electronic stabilization modes for when you’re caught without a tripod, automatically cropping the footage to eliminate handheld shakes.

Built for Photography

While the EOS M6 Mark II can take great photos all on its own, Canon was clearly thinking about enthusiasts and professionals during the design process. The tilting 3-inch touchscreen can be flipped up or down for easier live viewing, and two physical control dials sit around and near the shutter button.

The rear dial lets you cycle between five commonly used functions such as ISO, white balance, and metering modes to adjust settings on the fly. It’s a completely user-configured selection, so you won’t have to break focus to look at the screen. And when you do have to have change something else, a Quick Menu lets you intuitively swap settings on the touchscreen without diving into the deeper menus.

What’s remarkable is how all these features and image-taking abilities, expected of in a DSLR, are now available in a lighter and more compact form. Mirrorless cameras have long been a great second option in one’s toolkit, but the EOS M6 Mark II is comfortably setting itself up as a reliable camera for both work and play.

Because when it comes down to it, photography isn’t about fussing over gear or fretting over settings—it’s about the art, the experience, and the results. Let the camera EOS M6 Mark II handle the details, so you can shoot without fear.

Check the Canon eShop for all the specs and compatible lenses for the EOS M6 Mark II. Better yet, head to any Canon authorized dealer for some hands-on time with the camera.