Canon EOS 6D Mark II

Versatile full-frame performance for enthusiast photographers

Canon EOS 6D Mark II
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Canon
Model 1897C002

Key Features

SENSOR 26.2 Megapixel Full-Frame CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR DIGIC 7 Image Processor for fast operation
AUTOFOCUS 45-point all cross-type AF system
PHASE DETECTION Dual Pixel CMOS AF for Live View
VIDEO Full HD 1080p at 60fps
STABILIZATION 5-axis digital image stabilization for video
BURST RATE 6.5 fps continuous shooting
VIEWFINDER Optical viewfinder with approx 98% coverage
DISPLAY 3.0-inch Vari-angle Touchscreen LCD
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth, USB 2.0, HDMI, Mic port
MEMORY CARD Single SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I slot
WEATHER SEALING Dust and water-resistant body design
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 1200 shots per charge (LP-E6N)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Canon EOS 6D Mark II

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Via main dial
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Via main dial
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✗ Not Present Uses 8-way controller
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Canon EOS 6D Mark II

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Canon EOS 6D Mark II Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Canon EOS 6D Mark II

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