What are the essential accessories for a new Canon EOS R6?

Quick question - before I give advice, what are you actually gonna be shooting most? Are you doing heavy 4K 60fps video, or is this more for stills like wildlife or sports? I’ve been shooting Canon for a long time and the R6 definitely has its quirks depending on the job, so it helps to know the workload. Since you're worried about reliability, here are my top "safety" picks for a new setup:
* Get an Expert Shield Screen Protector for Canon EOS R6 immediately. That flip-out screen is super handy but way more prone to scratches than your old DSLR was.
* I also highkey recommend the Peak Design Slide Lite Camera Strap. It’s way more secure than the stock one and keeps the gear safe when you're moving fast. Anyway, let me know ur shooting style and I can help you figure out the SD card situation... some V60s are definitely more stable than others! gl

Yo, congrats on the R6! Honestly, making that jump from a DSLR is such a game changer. I remember when I switched from my old 5D... I was sooo stoked but also lowkey stressed about all the new tech. I almost blew my entire lens budget on super fast cards I didn't even need yet. Curious about one thing before I give my full advice tho: what are you planning to shoot the most? Like, are you doing fast-paced sports or mostly portraits and landscapes? It really changes what counts as "essential" for your setup. Coming back to the SD cards, unless you're shooting 4K/60fps at the highest bitrates, V90s are usually overkill imo. I've found SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-II V60 cards are plenty fast for most situations without breaking the bank. For batteries, I know others mentioned sticking to OEM, but I've actually had a great experience with the SmallRig LP-E6NH USB-C Rechargeable Camera Battery. It’s way cheaper and the built-in USB-C port is a literal lifesaver for charging on the go. Lesson learned: don't overpay for speed you won't actually use!

So when I first made the jump to mirrorless, I was honestly SO stressed about frying my sensor with cheap gear that I way overspent on every little thing. But after doing some market research, I found you can save a ton without sacrificing safety!! For cards, I'm pretty sure you'll be fine with the Lexar Professional 1667x 128GB SDXC UHS-II which is usually around $40—it's a V60 card and basically plenty fast for the R6 unless you're doing insane video bitrates. Regarding power, I totally get being cautious, but the SmallRig LP-E6NH USB-C Rechargeable Camera Battery is a total game changer for like $40. It even has a built-in USB-C port so you dont even need a separate charger!! Lesson learned: dont let the "official" price tags scare you off. Stick to reputable brands that meet the specs and youll be golden. gl!

In my experience, avoid third-party batteries cuz I had issues with them... just get the Canon LP-E6NH Lithium-Ion Battery. Also, ProGrade Digital 128GB SDXC UHS-II V60 is plenty since V90 costs way more.

Just sharing my experience: V60 vs V90... V60 is cheaper and handles most 4K, while V90 is for heavy video. Are you doing sports or video? Whats ur total budget for gear??

I definitely agree that the mid-range cards are usually enough, especially if you aren't doing professional 4K video all day long. I've been using my R6 for over a year now and it has been a learning curve for sure! One thing I noticed after a few months is that I basically had to change how I look after my gear compared to my old DSLR. * The sensor is way more exposed, so I am constantly using a manual air blower now
* The smaller body size actually made my old camera bag feel way too big and bulky
* I ended up needing way more spare batteries than I ever did with my 80D Tbh, I was SO worried about the transition at first, but it has been great. Have you thought about how you're going to keep that sensor clean when you're swapping lenses out in the field?