Omg you definitely need to try the EDU discount at Adorama if you can!! It might get the Canon EOS R6 Mark II Body under that $2k limit for you.

• Just make sure you use a high-speed SanDisk Extreme Pro 128GB SDXC UHS-II card so it stays reliable during the ceremony!
• If the R6 II is too pricey, the Canon EOS R8 Body is an amazing alternative with the same focus system!! Safety first for the big day!!

Yo, jumping in a bit late but saw you're in a bind. Honestly, getting a brand new Canon EOS R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera Body for under 2k is a tall order right now unless you find a gray market seller, but I wouldnt risk that for a professional wedding shoot. If you're stuck at that price point, here are two paths Ive taken over the years:

• MPB or KEH for used gear. I just checked and you can sometimes snag a 'Like New' Canon EOS R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera Body for around $1,950-$2,050. Theyre reliable and usually give you a short warranty, which is better than some random eBay seller when you are on a tight deadline.
• The Canon EOS R8 Mirrorless Camera Body as a cheaper alternative. Technical specs-wise, it shares the exact same 24.2MP sensor and Digic X processor as the R6 II. You get the same autofocus tracking and 40fps electronic shutter speed. The big trade-offs are the smaller battery, single card slot, and lack of IBIS. Personally, Id lean toward a used R6 II for the dual card slots alone. Weddings are high stakes and that second card is your insurance policy. Plus, if youre using heavy glass like the Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM, the IBIS in the R6 II is gonna save your forearms by the end of the night. Good luck with the shoot... sensor errors are the absolute worst.

@Reply #3 - good point! Buying used is usually fine but for a wedding, I'm always a bit paranoid about reliability. Since you're on a tight deadline, you basically have two safe routes to keep the shoot professional while staying sane.

• Renting the Canon EOS R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera Body. Pros: Its cheap for one weekend and lets you breathe without the $2k stress immediately. Cons: The money doesnt go toward owning the gear.
• Buying an open-box Canon EOS R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera Body from a big box store like Best Buy. Pros: You get a full warranty and can usually pick it up same-day in the tri-state area. Cons: Price fluctuates and might still sit right at that $2100 mark. If you're really stuck on the price, call the Canon Loyalty Program. If you give them the serial number of your broken R6, they sometimes offer a decent discount on a new body like the Canon EOS R6 Mark II Body. Worth a shot anyway... honestly anything to get you through that wedding without more gear anxiety.

Re: "Man, a sensor error right before a wedding..." - honestly that is the absolute worst feeling. I remember years ago I was shooting a big corporate event and my primary body just bricked right at the start. In my experience, these moments really make you question your brand loyalty. I've tried many systems over the years, and I actually ended up switching to my current brand after a similar disaster because the other guys I was using just didn't have the same level of reliability when things got stressful. I once had to borrow a friends backup for a three-day shoot because I couldn't find a deal fast enough. It made me realize that while the other brand I used to shoot had better specs on paper, the way this system handles in a crisis is why I stay. Honestly, if you're struggling to hit that 2k mark, dont sleep on the older bodies. I still keep a previous gen model in my bag as a secondary because it just wont quit, even if it lacks some of the new fancy autofocus stuff. It's better to have a reliable tool you know than to overextend your budget during a panic.

Man, a sensor error right before a wedding is literally the stuff of nightmares. I've been shooting events for years and honestly, the stress of gear failure never gets easier. If you need to stay under $2k, getting a brand new Canon EOS R6 Mark II Body for that price is tough right now unless you catch a flash sale. B&H is usually $2299 like you said. In my experience, if you cant wait for the refurb site to restock, you should check out MPB or KEH for a used Canon EOS R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera. I've bought tons of gear from them over the years and they're way safer than eBay or FB Marketplace. You can usually find one in Excellent condition for right around $1950. The pro is you save cash and get a 6-month warranty, the con is it's not factory fresh, but they're very honest about the condition. Another move if the budget is firm is looking at the Canon EOS R8 Full Frame Mirrorless Camera. It's basically the same sensor and AF as the R6II but in a tiny body. Pro: it's way under $1500 new. Con: single card slot and smaller battery. Honestly, for a wedding, I'd be nervous about that single slot tho... I always want that redundancy when someone's big day is on the line. Stick to a used R6II if you can find one, it's the more reliable workhorse. Check some of the local shops in Jersey like Unique Photo, they sometimes have open-box units that aren't listed on the main site.