Canon EOS 6D

The entry-level full-frame DSLR for enthusiasts

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79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 15
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 16
Usability 16
Brand Canon
Model 8035B002

Key Features

SENSOR 20.2 Megapixel Full-Frame CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR DIGIC 5+ image processor for high-speed processing
AUTOFOCUS 11-point AF system with a high-precision center cross-type point
PHASE DETECTION Dedicated phase detection sensor, no on-sensor PDAF
VIDEO Full HD 1080p at 30/25/24 fps, H.264/MPEG-4 AVC
STABILIZATION None in-body; relies on lens-based IS
BURST RATE 4.5 frames per second continuous shooting
VIEWFINDER Optical viewfinder with 97% coverage and 0.71x magnification
DISPLAY 3.0-inch Clear View LCD, 1.04m dots, fixed
CONNECTIVITY Built-in Wi-Fi and GPS, USB 2.0, HDMI mini, mic port
MEMORY CARD Single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot, UHS-I compatible
WEATHER SEALING Dust and moisture resistant, magnesium alloy and polycarbonate chassis
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 1090 shots per charge (CIPA) using LP-E6

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Canon EOS 6D

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 Rear control wheel
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✗ Not Present
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

Welcome to the How-to section of the camera. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a camera has a how-to section and a section for learning. Simply because the buttons and the controls of each camera is located in different places that not only varies for brands but in each model. How-to section help you operate your camera, however, if you are interested to learn photography, not only you need to know how your camera works, but also you must know what you can change and why you do that to get better photo. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.

Canon EOS 6D 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

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Technical Specification

Sensor Full-Frame CMOS
Resolution 20.2 MP
ISO Range 100-25600 (expandable to 50-102400)
Autofocus 11-point AF system
Shutter Speed 1/4000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 4.5 fps
Video 1080p 30fps
Stabilization Lens-based only
Viewfinder Pentaprism, 97% coverage
LCD 3.0-inch fixed, 1.04m dots
Memory Card Single SD slot
Connectivity Wi-Fi, GPS, USB 2.0, HDMI
Battery Life 1090 shots
Weight 770g
Dimensions 144.5 x 110.5 x 71.2 mm