Canon EOS 6D

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Not to be confused with Canon EOS 60D.

Canon EOS 6D
Overview
TypeDigital single-lens reflex camera
Intro price$1899.00[1]
Lens
LensInterchangeable (EF)
Sensor/medium
Sensor35.8 mm × 23.9 mm CMOS
Maximum resolution5,472 × 3,648[2] (20 megapixels)
Film speed100 – 25,600 (expansion to L1 50 / H1 51.200 / H2 102,400)
Storage mediaSD, SDHC or SDXC card (UHS-I capable)
Focusing
Focus modesOne-shot, AI Servo, AI Focus, Manual
Focus areas11 autofocus points
Exposure/metering
Exposure modesFull auto, programmed, shutter priority, aperture priority, manual
Exposure meteringTTL, full aperture, 63 zones
Metering modesEvaluative, Partial, Spot, Center-weighted average
Shutter
ShutterElectronic focal-plane
Shutter speed range30 s to 1/4,000 s, bulb, 1/180 s X-sync
Continuous shootingup to 4.5 fps
Viewfinder
ViewfinderOptical pentaprism with 97% coverage 0.71×[3] and electronic (Live View)
General
LCD screen3.0 in (7.6 cm), 720 × 480 pixels, 288 ppi (approx. 1,040,000 dots)
BatteryLi-Ion LP-E6 Rechargeable (1800 mAh)
Optional battery packsBG-E13 grip allows use of 6 AA cells, a single LP-E6 or two LP-E6 batteries
Dimensions144.5 mm × 110.5 mm × 71.2 mm (5.69 in × 4.35 in × 2.80 in)
Weight680 g (24 oz), body only; 755 g (26.6 oz), CIPA standard
Made inJapan

The Canon EOS 6D is a 20.2-megapixel full-frame CMOS digital single-lens reflex camera made by Canon.

It was publicly announced on 17 September 2012, one day before the start of the photokina trade show. It was released in late November 2012 with a suggested retail price of US$2,099.00 (body only).[4][5][6]

The 6D is offered as a body only or in a package with an EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM zoom lens; at introduction, the suggested retail price was US$2,899.00.[4]

Features

The EOS 6D is the first Canon DSLR to feature GPS functions and built in Wi-Fi capabilities, which geotag images and allow files to be uploaded directly to Facebook, YouTube, or Canon Image Gateway; transferred to external devices; or sent to be printed on a Wi-Fi-enabled Canon printer. The Wi-Fi capabilities also allow remote control and viewing via many smartphones.[7]

Weighing 770 grams (27 oz), the 6D is also Canon's smallest and lightest full-frame DSLR; comparable to the APS-C sensor 60D. The camera also features an ISO setting range from 50 to 102,400 which can be selected automatically or adjusted manually, an 11-point autofocus system, and an anti-glare 3.0 inches (76 mm) LED screen.[8] The center autofocus point has a sensitivity of -3 EV.

The new BG-E13 battery grip that was made to be used with the 6D allows the use of six AA cells or one to two LP-E6 batteries.[9] The 6D has a maximum burst frame rate of 4.5 frames per second.[8] Like all Canon DSLR full-frame cameras, the 6D does not feature a built in flash due to the design of the viewfinder.[10]

Image features

  • 20.2 megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor.
  • DIGIC 5+ Image Processor.
  • Fluorine-coated low-pass filter.

Autofocus and metering

  • 11-point autofocus sensors with 1 cross type sensor in center (x-type is sensitive down to -3EV).
  • TTL-CT-SIR AF with CMOS sensor.
  • 63-zone Dual Layer-silicon cell.
  • AF Micro Adjust (+/- 20 steps).

ISO

  • 100 – 25,600 (expansion down to: 50 / up to: 51,200 & 102,400).

Shutter

  • 30 s – 1/4,000 s (and bulb) is the shutter speed range.
  • 4.5 fps burst rate.

Ergonomics and functions

  • Optical Pentaprism viewfinder with approximately 97% coverage (0,71× enlargement)
  • Clear View TFT LCD screen (3 "/77 mm) with 720 × 480 pixels, 288 ppi (approximately 1,040,000 dots), resolution with dual anti-glare coating.
  • Wi-Fi functionality.
  • Metal alloy housing (Top is made out of high-grade plastic).
  • Built-in GPS. However, this remains on when the camera is switched off, and quickly drains the battery if not deactivated via setting.

Accessories

According to Canon's website, the EOS 6D model comes equipped with:[4]

  • EOS 6D (WG) Body
  • Eyecup Eb
  • Battery Pack LP-E6
  • Battery Charger LC-E6
  • Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST
  • Wide Neck Strap EW-EOS 6D
  • USB Interface Cable IFC-200U

Video

According to the EOS 6D Basic Instruction Manual, there are two different settings to shoot a movie in; Autoexposure and Manual Exposure.

Autoexposure

  • Control will take effect to suit the scene's current brightness when not set in M (Manual)

Manual Exposure

Movie-Recording Size

The EOS 6D allows the movie's image size preference to be set, as well as the frame rate per second, and compression method.

  • Image Size
    • [1920×1080] : Full High Definition recording quality
    • [1280×720] : High-Definition recording quality
    • [640×480] : Standard-definition recording quality
  • Frame Rate (fps: frames per second)
    • 30/60
    • 25/50
    • 24
  • Compression Method
    • IPB : Compresses multiple frames at a time efficiently for recording
    • ALL-I : Compresses one frame at a time for recording[11]

Current Firmware version

On 29 September 2016 Canon announced the latest Firmware version: 1.1.7. Main improvement was the support for the EF 70–300mm f/4–5.6 IS II USM.[12]

Gallery

  • Top view of the 6D
    Top view of the 6D
  • 6D with mounted EF 35mm f/1.4L
    6D with mounted EF 35mm f/1.4L
  • Back view of the 6D
    Back view of the 6D

See also

References

  1. ^ "Canon EOS 6D Camera - Canon U.S.A. : Consumer & Home Office : EOS 6D". Canon.com. 26 May 2014. Retrieved 26 May 2014.
  2. ^ "EOS 6D Specifications". 13 October 2014. Retrieved 13 October 2014.
  3. ^ "Canon EOS 6D". Retrieved 17 September 2012.
  4. ^ a b c "EOS 6D Digital SLR Camera" (Press release). Canon U.S.A., Inc. 17 September 2012.
  5. ^ "Press Release". Canon U.S.A., Inc. Retrieved 18 September 2012.
  6. ^ Horaczek, Stan (3 December 2012). "Lensrentals Took Apart A Canon 6D". Popular Photography. Retrieved 23 December 2012.
  7. ^ Uy, Melody. "Canon launches entry-level, full-frame EOS 6D". Retrieved 7 October 2012.
  8. ^ a b "About EOS 6D - Specifications". Canon. Retrieved 14 October 2012.
  9. ^ Burke, Elaine. "Canon unveils EOS 6D DSLR and three new PowerShot compact cameras". Retrieved 7 October 2012.
  10. ^ Atkins, Bob. "Canon EOS 6D Preview". Retrieved 7 October 2012.
  11. ^ "Canon EOS 6D Instruction Manual" (PDF). usa.canon.com. Canon. 1 September 2012. Retrieved 4 June 2016.
  12. ^ http://www.canonrumors.com/canon-releases-firmware-updates-for-multiple-cameras/

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