Canon EOS 6D
Last Updated (21 May’13):
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Canon EOS 6D is a 20.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor Digital SLR Camera with DIGIC 5+ Image Processor. It features Full HD 1080p Video recording with Manual Controls, 11-Point AF with Center Cross-Type Point, 63-Zone Dual Layer Metering Sensor, Extended ISO Range of 50-102400, Up to 4.5 Full Resolution FPS, Built-In HDR and Multiple Exposure Modes, Built-In Wi-Fi and GPS Connectivity, included a 3.0-inch Clear View High Resolution LCD. The camera measures (W x H x D) 5.7 x 4.4 x 2.8″ / 14.5 x 11.2 x 7.1 cm and weight 27.16 oz / 770 g. It sold for $1,784.99 (Body Only)

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Canon EOS 6D Reviews
Techradar reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“The Canon EOS 6D’s full frame sensor gives you lots of control over depth of field, and captures plenty of detail. Canon also has a good understanding of what people like about photographs, and as a result the Canon 6D produces images with pleasing colour and contrast.”
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T3 reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“With a camera like this, at this price, it’s as much about the lens in use as the sensor, however. And while the zoom provided is a decent jack-of-all-trades we’re sure a dedicated prime lens would produce an overall sharper result.”
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Cameralabs reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“The Canon EOS 6D is an extremely capable and well-designed full-frame digital SLR that provides a clear upgrade choice for anyone looking to graduate from an APS-C model to a full-frame DSLR. It combines excellent image quality with superb high ISO noise performance, has an AF system that works in very low light levels and adds built-in GPS and Wi-Fi features in a tough, moisture and dust resistant body that’s lighter and more compact than other full-frame bodies.”
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Ephotozine reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“Image quality is impressive with excellent colour both in photos and on the rear screen of the camera, and noise performance is excellent. Focus performance is good with 11 point auto focus that works down to -3EV, and as long as you are not using live view it is very quick and reliable.”
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Expertreviews reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“Most people who are contemplating spending £1,500 on a camera will be upgrading from a cheaper or older SLR. In many respects the 6D is very similar to the 5D Mark II but with significantly lower noise and built-in Wi-Fi and GPS.”
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Trustedreviews reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“Between ISO 100 and 3200 the 6D produces clean, noise-free images. With a small amount of noise reduction applied at the post processing stage you’ll be able to produce acceptable results at ISO 6400 and even 12,800 with a push.”
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PCMAG reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“I tested the JPG output at default settings through the camera’s top expanded ISO setting of 102400 and found the results to be more than impressive. The camera is able to keep noise below 1.5 percent through ISO 12800, and does so while still capturing a rich amount of detail.”
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Pocket-lint reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“On the one hand, it delivers full-frame quality that’s undeniably excellent, arguably little-to-no different from any other full-frame Canon DSLRs but at a price that’s far more affordable. For some that’ll be reason enough to cross the Canon EOS 5D Mark III off the wishlist and go and buy a 6D straight away.”
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CNET reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“An excellent camera for Canon users who are looking to step up into the world of full-frame photography, the 6D delivers great photo and video quality, as well as effective Wi-Fi.”
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Grahamclarkphoto reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“Ultralight construction, incredible low-light AF and GPS are features that presently you can’t find in another camera. For professional landscape photographers who are looking to retain extremely high image quality in the smallest form factor available. I’d highly recommend this camera.”
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Ubergizmo reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“With a full-frame sensor, a very fast focus speed (including in low-light situations) and image processing powered by the best that Canon has to offer, the Canon EOS 6D should please demanding customers who are looking for a good price/quality ratio.”
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Photographyblog reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“The new 20 megapixel sensor in conjunction with the Digic 5+ processor results in seriously impressive low-light performance, with an almost noise-free range of ISO 50-6400 and perfectly usable 12800 and 25600 settings. The video side of things is also excellent, with an accessible interface, manual exposure, better control of sound and cutting-edge compression rates.”
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Engadget reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“What really blew us away, though, is the new camera’s size and weight. It’s more compact than the 5D and even the 7D, an APS-C camera, weighing in at 690 grams — a 20-percent decrease from that larger pro model. 20 percent may not sound like a tremendous improvement, but it’s certainly noticeable, boosting the 6D’s versatility, and making it an ideal choice for street and travel photography.”
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Trustedreviews reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“As expected, the Canon EOS 6D is compatible with Canon’s EF lenses, with models available from 8mm to 800mm. The camera adds DIGIC 5 image processing, automatic modes, various shooting features (including a single axis electronic level for lining up the horizon) and full manual controls. It also supports Full HD video recording at 29.97, 25 and 23.976 fps.”
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Photoreview reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“The 35.8 x 23.9 mm, 20.2-megapixel CMOS sensor is a brand new chip. It’s coupled to the same DIGIC 5+ image processor as is used in the EOS 5D III. Consequently, the 6D can offer the same sensitivity range as the 5D III, covering ISO 100 to ISO 25600 in the auto and manual adjustment modes and offering expansion to L (ISO 50), H1 (ISO 51200) and H2 (ISO 102400).”
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Digitalcameraworld reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“Like the Canon 5D Mark III, a silent drive mode allows photographers to shoot quietly in settings like weddings or out in nature where subtlety is needed, and a single axis electronic level accessed through the viewfinder or via the EOS 6D LCD screen helps photographers ensure a level horizon.”
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Pocket-lint reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“From our first play around the 6D looks to be a balanced, well thought-out DSLR. It’ll have 60D users thinking of the upgrade potential, while those paused in contemplation of buying into a 5D mkIII system might just have found a money-saving route to imaging perfection…”
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Imaging-resource reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“One control they seem to have decided was good enough is the Live View/Movie Record switch and button arrangement. Press the button to enter Live View mode, or flip the switch to Move mode and press the button to start and stop recording. This is better than having Movie relegated to a position on the Mode dial, as we see on the Rebels, because it’s faster.”
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Techradar reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“DIGIC 5+ image processing offers a range of automatic modes and creative shooting features, alongside full manual controls and advanced features such as HDR mode, Multiple Exposure mode, silent drive mode and an electronic level for shooting straight horizons.”
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Expertreviews reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“GPS is integrated for geo-tagging photos, and Wi-Fi allows remote control from – and wireless transfers to – a PC, Mac or smartphone… Uploads to Facebook and YouTube, wireless printing to compatible Canon printers plus video and photo streaming will also be possible.”
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Kenrockwell compares the Canon EOS 6D and Canon 5D Mark III and writes;
“The 6D is a smaller, lighter version of the world’s best DSLR, the 5D Mark III. If money or weight matters, the 6D is better; the pictures will be the same from each of them.”
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CNET reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“Shooting modes inside the camera include a range of creative auto and scene options. There’s also the same handheld night-scene mode seen on the EOS 650D, as well as backlight and automatic lighting optimiser modes.”
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Digitalcamerainfo reviews the Canon EOS 6D and writes;
“There are tradeoffs, of course, or else every full-frame body would cost just north of $2000. While the EOS 6D does provide a 20.2-megapixel full-frame sensor, its body doesn’t have the same premium feel that the professionally geared 5D Mark III or 1D X provide. That said, we enjoyed shooting with the camera, which has a quite responsive autofocus system, snappy shot-to-shot time, and a level of control that is comprehensive while still remaining approachable for novice shooters.”
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Canon EOS 6D Reviews
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Canon EOS 6D User Reviews
A small, capable, conservative full-frame DSLR ideal for new buyers
“STILLS IMAGE QUALITY: Excellent. Per-pixel sharpness is very high and superior to crop bodies– par for the course for a full-frame sensor near this pixel density. Dynamic range is similar to the 5D II and 5D III. Noise performance in raw is a third-stop better than the 5D III and about one stop ahead of the 5D II.” – By D. Alexander
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Great camera with top notch image quality
“I purchased this camera for portraits, landscapes, etc. Image quality is top notch, even a little bit better than the 5D mark III at higher ISOs, which to me is the most important aspect. The body feels solidly built. I also have a Canon 7D and the 6D feels just as solid, although a little bit smaller.” – By R. Florentino
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Well Done Canon
“The controls are intuitive, better than the T2i and the 5D MarkII. The image quality is gorgeous, particularly compared to the T2i, which I still regard highly. The feel is perfect coming from a Rebel.” – By Credo
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Amazing Quality, The Updated 5Dmk II
“I think the ISO performance here is what steals the show. I hand hold this in very dark rooms and still can get a usable photo. The sharpness is amazing and colors come out fantastic. The Auto focus is great at finding what I want even though its only 11 autofocus points.” – By Mazda3
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Comming from a 7D
“I can say that the IQ and ISO performance of the 6D is FAR superior to the 7D. Plus the depth of field and reclaiming my wide-angle is something that not a lot of us think it’s important until you see it in a full frame camera.” – By Carlos Trejos
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Quiet Simple, Efficent Tool
“The 6D is very light, simple to use and the photo quality is exceptional for this price point. It makes my slow lenses faster and my fast lenses very fast. This cameras ISO 2,000-4,000 to the eye is nearly the equivalent of ISO 600-1,200 on older digital cameras which will make it much easier to stop down and work well in low light with depth.” – By thomas
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One more feature worth mentioning
“Unlike Nikon D7000 and Canon 5Dmk3, the Canon 6D (and 5Dmk2) are able to be in fully automatic mode while running the excellent FoCal AFMA (autofocus micro adjustment) software. It’s really fun and refreshing to sit back and watch while the FoCal program walks thru the automatic process and after few minutes comes back with verifiable results. After the test, your camera and lens works at their best, producing sharper photos.” – By Paul D. Bui
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6D vs 5D Mark III and Nikon D600
“After spending the night taking several comparison photos at ISO 3200 F4 1/125, 6400 F4 1/500, 12800 F4 1/250 and 25600 F4 1/1000, here is my conclusion. Photoshop enlarged at 350% shows the 6D has about a one stop advantage over the 5D Mark III and 1-1/2 stop over the Nikon D600. That did not come as a surprise since the 6D has the lowest resolution among the 3 DSLR.” – By E. Lin
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1st day impression review
“They image quality is superb, and low light is what you would expect from a full frame camera. The Af is disappointing if you are coming from a 7d and is similar to the Af on the old 5d mark II. Canon could have just put the same AF system as the 7D in here and this camera would be a must buy.” – By Chao Lee
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Canon EOS 6D Sample Photos
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Canon EOS 6D User Manual (PDF)
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Canon EOS 6D Features
Canon EOS 6D is designed with a 20.2 Megapixel Full-Frame CMOS sensor which delivers outstanding images quality in high resolution and detail with excellent speed and performance. The sensor also combined with the powerful DIGIC 5+ image processor and 14-bit A/D conversion which provides ISO sensitivities of 100-25600 (with expanded sensitivities of L: 50, H1: 51200, H2: 102400) and can shoot at up to 4.5fps in full resolution. While the images processor also features with two 4-channel A/D converter front-end processing circuits and new algorithms to enhance the noise reduction and images processing speed.

This camera also has an 11-point autofocus system for acquiring precise focus and with its new centered cross-type AF point including EV -3 sensitivity ensure the Canon EOS 6D has impressive performance and focus in low-light situations. There is multi-layer 63-zone iFCL (intelligent Focus Color Luminance) Metering System which delivers accurate results, especially in situations where the light changes quickly. Moreover, with continuous shooting speed up to 4.5fps, the camera allows you to capture fast action.

With this camera, you also able to record Full HD Video with manual exposure control and multiple frame rates (1080: 30p (29.97) / 24p (23.976) / 25p, 720: 60p (59.94) / 50p, 480: 30p (29.97) / 25p) with 4 GB automatic file partitioning (continuous recording time: 29 minutes, 59 seconds), selectable “All i-frame” (UHS-I Card is required) or IPB compressions, embedded timecode, and manual audio level control.
In addition, Canon EOS 6D is equipped with Built-in Wi-Fi capability which allows you to wirelessly transfer your images to social networking sites through CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, and Built-in GPS technology which automatically record locational data and embed this information into the metadata of your images, allowing you to geotag your shots and map out where each shot was taken.

Canon EOS 6D also has designed with a 3.0-inch TFT LCD monitor has 1,040,000 dots, anti-reflective construction and features Canon’s Clear View technology for clear playback and review of your images and videos.
Canon EOS 6D Features:
+ 20.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
+ 3.0″ Clear View High Resolution LCD
+ DIGIC 5+ Image Processor
+ Built-In Wi-Fi and GPS Connectivity
+ Full HD 1080p with Manual Controls
+ 11-Point AF with Center Cross-Type Point
+ 63-Zone Dual Layer Metering Sensor
+ Extended ISO Range of 50-102400
+ Up to 4.5 Full Resolution FPS
+ Built-In HDR and Multiple Exposure Modes
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