Your First Full Frame Within Reach of Your Pocket (Canon EOS 6D)

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In the difficult art of finding the ideal camera to accompany you on your photographic journeys as if it were an extension of your body, many times one is overwhelmed by so many brands, models, features and prices. You have no idea where to start or what is best. Although that answer is only up to you, it is up to us to introduce you to the cameras, synthesize the information so that you have it more accessible and comfortable and tell you some of its secrets (good and bad ;)) and, above all, show you what it is capable of. do. Here I go, to introduce you to the Canon EOS 6D a machine that does not disappoint, the front door, as they say, to full frame cameras (Full Frame) without mortgaging for life ;).

Canon EOS 6D Overview

Predecessor of the Canon 6D Mark II, as I have already mentioned, it is a camera with a 20.2 megapixel full-frame sensor (but lighter and less expensive than the usual ones), with a light and resistant construction that works very well in low light , both in focus and noise, with GPS and Wi-Fi connectivity and Full-HD Video. Simple controls and very ergonomic.

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Due to its features (and price), the Canon 6D is a camera designed for very advanced amateurs, for those starting out in the professional field or for professionals looking for a second body.

Features of the Canon EOS 6D

• Sensor Full format CMOS (full frame), one of the interesting aspects of these cameras is to be able to take full advantage of wide angles as there is no dreaded crop factor. By supposed, also the ability to capture more light and therefore better image quality, but we already know that 😉
• 20.2 megapixels
• Image Processor: DIGIC 5+
• Viewfinder: pentaprism
• ISO: Auto (100-25,600), 100-25,600 (in 1/3-stop or 1-stop increments)
• Shutter speed: 30-1/4,000 s (in 1/2- or 1/3-stop increments), Bulb (entire range of shutter speeds. Available range varies depending on shooting mode)
• Burst up to 4.5fps
• LCD screen: 7.7cm (3.2″) TFT Clear View screen, approx. 1,040,000 pixels
• sensor cleaning
• It does not have a built-in flash
• Live view mode: Electronic viewfinder with image sensor, 30 fps, Real-time evaluative metering with image sensor, Manual focus (enlarges the image 5x or 10x anywhere on the screen)
  Autofocus: Quick Mode, Live Imaging Mode, Face Detection Live Mode
• Points/AF system: 11 points (cross-type in the center)
• AF modes: AI Focus / Photo by Photo / AI Servo
• focus button
• Shot types button: includes a silent burst firing option
• Measurement modes: Evaluative metering (related to all AF points) / Partial metering (approx. 8% of viewfinder at center) / Spot metering (approx. 3.5% of viewfinder at center) / Center-weighted average metering
• Exposure compensation: +/-5 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments (can be combined with AEB)
• modes: Scene Intelligent Auto, No Flash, Creative Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sport, Night Portrait, Handheld Night Scene, HDR Backlight Control, Program AE, Shutter-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE, Manual
• Drums rechargeable lithium-ion LP-E6 (the one in the 5D Mark, for example)
• 1 slot for memory card
• Weight: Approx. 755 g (battery and memory card included), its lower weight than other full frame makes it ideal for travelers and those who want to always carry it around
• WiFi and GPS

As a curiosity, if you want to see it from the inside, watch this video and this other.

Canon EOS 6D Price

You can find it on Amazon for N/A

The best

The full-size sensor, its excellent performance with values high ISO and his picture quality. Also its focus in low light conditions. The images are very vivid and the color management it’s very good. It is intuitive, easy to use and very ergonomic.

drawbacks

Although it is supposedly sealed against splashes, it is not a very water-friendly camera as some users complain. Better be careful. Although of course, a splash is not the same as exposing it to the rain or falling into the water ;).

The only cross focus point is the center one and has few focus points, 11 specifically, although they may be enough depending on who ;).

Another aspect that users do not value very well is video performance. It responds well, but if your priority is video over photos, you better look for another model.

It is true that in some aspects it has lagged behind more modern and lower-end models, such as 4.5 fps, however, it is still an excellent value for money choice.

Canon EOS 6D Image Gallery

Below is a short gallery of photos that this camera can achieve. Who can best talk about a camera are its images ;):

Conclusions

It is a camera that has been on the market for many years, yes, it is true, we do not present anything new to you. However, this is an advantage, as many users have been able to test it for a long time and find that it is a great camera and that it responds wonderfully well in many different types of situations.

Contrary to the saying, it is a camera of little noise and many nuts, since it works great with high ISOs and, for the price it has being Full Frame, it will give you many walnuts ;).

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