> Battery life is one of my main concerns... do I absolutely need high-speed UHS-II cards for general photography? In my experience, you've made an awesome choice! The R6 is a total beast for street photography, but yeah, it's definitely hungrier for power than ur old DSLR. Honestly, I've tried many generic batteries, but for the R6, you really wanna stick with the official Canon LP-E6NH Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery. Third-party ones often won't let you hit the max burst speeds, which is kinda the point of this camera!! About the adapter, the basic Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R is super solid. Unless you really love having an extra dial for ISO or something, save ur cash there. Memory-wise, unless you're shooting 4K/60fps video or doing heavy birding bursts, a fast UHS-I like the SanDisk 128GB Extreme Pro UHS-I SDXC works totally fine for most street stuff. I'd also grab a Peak Design Slide Lite Camera Strap cuz the stock Canon one is kinda annoying for travel. Basically, keep it simple and enjoy the new mirrorless life. Congrats!! 👍

ngl, BM Premium LP-E6NH Battery packs are like $30 and Meike EF to EOS R Mount Adapter is a $50 steal. Kingston Canvas Go! Plus 128GB SDXC cards won't break the bank! gl!

Late to the party but I wanted to chime in on the compatibility stuff. I learned the hard way that the R6 is way more sensitive to power and data than my old DSLR ever was. I once tried using a random power bank I had laying around for a long street session and it actually caused the camera to reboot mid-shot... super scary. I would suggest being very careful with the power delivery if you plan on charging via USB while traveling. You really gotta make sure your source supports Power Delivery (PD) specifically.

• Grab a ProGrade Digital SDXC UHS-II V60 Gold 128GB card. It handles the 4K video much better than basic cards without costing a fortune like the V90s do.
• If you go third party for batteries, the Wasabi Power Battery 2-Pack for Canon LP-E6NH is a decent backup, but dont rely on them for your main shooting day since the green high-speed burst icon might disappear as the charge drops.
• For charging on the go, maybe consider the Anker 737 Power Bank PowerCore 24K since it actually meets the wattage requirements for the R series. Honestly, just make sure your cables are high quality too, because the wrong USB-C cable can really mess with the connection and make you think the port is broken.

Tbh I spent way too much time reading reviews and comparing brands when I first got my setup. I actually disagree slightly with the idea of just going for the cheapest stuff or only the official gear. From what I’ve seen in the market lately, there’s this weird middle ground that works best. In my experience, I started with a really cheap set of batteries and an off-brand adapter, but it was such a headache. The camera kept acting up and I felt like I couldn't trust the gear. I ended up switching to a different mid-range brand that’s been way more stable for my street walks. It’s crazy how much more sensitive mirrorless tech is compared to the old DSLRs, right? Has anyone else noticed that the high-end third-party stuff is actually catching up to the big brands now? I just feel like you don't always have to pay the 'official' tax to get something that actually works well, but you definitely shouldn't bottom-fish either lol.

^ This. Also, sharon.alexander is totally right about finding that middle ground. Being a bit of a nervous new owner myself, I was terrified of frying my R6 with some sketchy knockoff battery. I eventually went with the SmallRig LP-E6NH USB-C Rechargeable Camera Battery and it's been awesome. You can actually charge it directly with a USB-C cable which is a total game changer for travel. No bulky wall charger taking up space in my bag. Regarding the adapter, I really think you should consider the Canon Control Ring Mount Adapter EF-EOS R over the basic one. I know it costs more, but having that extra dial to control ISO or exposure compensation makes your old EF glass feel brand new. Plus, sticking with the official brand for the mount feels safer... dont want any loose connections or weird communication errors when you're out shooting. For cards, make sure to get something that wont fail on you mid-trip. I've been using the Lexar Professional 1667x 128GB SDXC UHS-II Card and it handles everything I throw at it. It's fast enough for street stuff and I havent had a single corrupted file yet. Tbh spending a tiny bit more on a trusted brand is worth it for the peace of mind... nothing worse than losing a whole days worth of shots.

Been using this for years, no complaints

I have been thinking about these suggestions for a bit and I am honestly a little disappointed that nobody mentioned body protection or the ergonomics of the R6 yet. I have to disagree with the recommendation to just grab a basic adapter. In my experience, shooting street without the control ring is a massive missed opportunity for quick exposure tweaks. It feels like you are fighting the menu instead of focusing on the shot. If the Canon one is too pricey, the Viltrox EF-R2 Control Ring Mount Adapter is a much better choice than a standard one. Unfortunately, I have seen those cheaper Kingston cards fail during long days, which is why I usually suggest the ProGrade Digital SDXC UHS-II V60 Gold 128GB for better stability. They handle the R6 data rates perfectly without the V90 price tag. Also, you really should grab a ULANZI Tempered Glass Screen Protector for Canon R6 because that flip-out screen gets beat up fast in a bag. Finally, if you ever use a tripod, the SmallRig L-Bracket for Canon EOS R6 is essential. The R6 is a bit cramped for vertical mounting and this fixes that while giving your hand a bit more surface area to grip.

Nice, didn't know that

Saved for later, ty!