Canon's compact rangefinder-style APS-C mirrorless with Dual Pixel AF and tilting touchscreen — no built-in EVF.
The Canon EOS M6 was released in February 2017 as a compact flat-body EOS M APS-C mirrorless without a built-in viewfinder, targeting photographers who want a compact DPAF-equipped body for travel and everyday use. No built-in EVF is included; the optional EVF-DC2 attaches via the hot shoe. Dual Pixel CMOS AF provides continuous tracking in Live View. 4K video is not supported — the M50 (2018) was the first EOS M with 4K.
The 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor incorporates Dual Pixel CMOS AF with DIGIC 7 processing. Burst shooting runs at 9fps with fixed AF and 7fps with DPAF tracking. 1080p video records at up to 60fps — no 4K. No built-in EVF; the optional EVF-DC2 accessory provides electronic viewing. No weather sealing. Battery life approximately 295 shots using the LP-E17, body weight approximately 390g with battery and card, single SD/SDHC/SDXC slot.
The M6's practical position is the most compact DPAF EOS M body without a built-in EVF: for photographers who compose primarily via the rear LCD and want the smallest possible EF-M system body, the M6 is lighter and thinner than the M5. DPAF provides continuous tracking in Live View for video and casual sports. The absence of 4K reflects the 2017 launch date before Canon added 4K to the EOS M lineup. The EVF-DC2 option is available for photographers who need optical framing outdoors.
On the used market the M6 is affordable as a compact DPAF EOS M body. Canon has ceased new EF-M lens development — the EF-M ecosystem dead-end is the systemic consideration. The M6 Mark II (2019) added 4K, Eye Detection, and a faster burst rate. Condition checks: DPAF Live View performance, LP-E17 battery health, screen for marks, and hot shoe contacts (if EVF-DC2 is intended for use). Compatible with all Canon EF-M lenses; EF/EF-S lenses via the EF-EOS M adapter.