Canon EOS 6D DSLR Camera (Body Only)

The Canon EOS 6D is a full-frame DSLR that was, at its release, Canon’s smallest and lightest full-frame body to date, introduced as a more affordable entry point into full-frame photography. It’s aimed at photographers who want full-frame image quality and dynamic range without the cost or bulk of Canon’s flagship professional bodies, and it also holds the distinction of being the first Canon DSLR with built-in Wi-Fi and GPS.

At the core of the 6D is a 20.2MP full-frame CMOS sensor (35.8 x 23.9mm) paired with Canon’s DIGIC 5+ image processor and 14-bit A/D conversion, delivering an ISO range of 100-25600, expandable to L: 50, H1: 51200, and H2: 102400, for strong low-light image quality. Autofocus uses an 11-point AF system with a single center cross-type point, sensitive down to -3 EV in low light, a more modest array compared to Canon’s higher-tier bodies of the era. Continuous shooting reaches up to 4.5fps, and metering is handled through a 63-zone dual-layer iFCL system offering evaluative, center-weighted average, and spot patterns.

The vertical-travel, electronically controlled focal-plane shutter ranges from 1/4000 to 30 seconds plus bulb mode, with flash sync at 1/180 second; notably, like all of Canon’s full-frame DSLRs, the 6D does not include a built-in pop-up flash due to its viewfinder design. The optical pentaprism viewfinder offers approximately 97% coverage and 0.71x magnification. Video capability includes Full HD 1080p recording at up to 30fps, with mono built-in audio and support for an external stereo microphone.

Handling centers on a fixed 3.0-inch, 1.04-million-dot Clear View II TFT LCD monitor, along with a single-axis electronic level to help with composition. Built-in Wi-Fi allows for wireless image transfer and remote camera control, while built-in GPS enables geotagging of images without an external accessory. Build quality includes a magnesium alloy chassis with a polycarbonate top plate and weather sealing, along with a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) card slot. The 6D uses Canon’s EF lens mount (not compatible with EF-S or EF-M lenses), giving it access to Canon’s full range of full-frame EF lenses, and is powered by an LP-E6 battery rated for approximately 980 shots per charge (CIPA standard).

Key Features
– 20.2MP full-frame CMOS sensor with DIGIC 5+ processor
– ISO 100-25600 (expandable to 50-102400)
– 11-point autofocus system (1 cross-type, center point sensitive to -3 EV)
– 63-zone dual-layer iFCL metering system
– Up to 4.5fps continuous shooting
– Shutter speed range of 1/4000 to 30 sec plus bulb; flash sync at 1/180 sec
– No built-in flash (consistent with Canon’s full-frame DSLR viewfinder design)
– Full HD 1080p video up to 30fps
– 3.0″ 1.04M-dot Clear View II TFT LCD (fixed)
– Optical pentaprism viewfinder, approximately 97% coverage, 0.71x magnification
– Built-in Wi-Fi and GPS (first Canon DSLR with both)
– Single-axis electronic level
– Weather-sealed magnesium alloy body with polycarbonate top plate
– Single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot
– LP-E6 battery (~980 shots per charge, CIPA)
– Canon EF lens mount (not compatible with EF-S/EF-M lenses)