I have no hesitation in recommending the 6D with one single proviso. Good L-series or prime optic glass is required to get the best from the camera's sensor. Hence, it would be an expensive upgrade for someone changing from an APS-C Canon EOS (e.g. a 650D...
You'll get cracking shots from the wide assortment of manual controls, some of which can be controlled by WiFi and GPS comes as standard too.
A flash needs to be purchased separately as there isn't one builtin, the viewfinder falls a little short and HD video is not all it should be
If you hanker after the superb Canon 5D Mark III, but it remains firmly out of reach because of cost, then the EOS 6D takes you in the premium photography direction. High-quality images with the flexibility of separate lenses and plenty of manual control...
Image quality; Full frame sensor; Built in wifi; Built in GPS
Limited autofocus points; No built-in flash
It isn't pocket money, but the EOS 6D nonetheless puts full-frame features within reach of the more ambitious enthusiast photographer. I'd have happily swapped the GPS and Wifi for more autofocus points, but it's nonetheless a great body that captures ...
Canon’s cheapest full frame sensor DSLR for those amateurs after optimum results from the 35mm format, solid feel build yet manageable handling, on-board wireless transfer of images and the ability to control the camera remotely via iPad, built-in GPS image tagging
Size and bulk will still mark you out as a professional so not the best option for candid street photography, expensive if you won’t feel the benefit of that full frame sensor
For anyone who has previously thought they'd have to go the second hand route to afford a full frame DSLR like an EOS 5D Mark III or 1DX – or who wasn't keen on the bulk usually associated with a pro model – this Canon offers a brand new alternative that...
Published: 2013-02-10, Author: Simon , review by: stuff.tv
Abstract: Despite being only a teensy bit smaller than its rival the Nikon D600, the Canon feels more compact and less dressed for action – whether that's a good or bad thing is up to you. The 11-point autofocus may sound sorely lacking compared to the 39-pointer o...
The Canon EOS 6D is a top-notch full-frame camera in a relatively compact body. With a relatively affordable price, enthusiast-friendly features, and spectacular image quality, it's an easy Editors' Choice....
Like the EOS 650D, which has a touchscreen and hybrid AF system, Canon has been bold again in introducing new technology into one of its DSLRs, in this case GPS and Wi-Fi to the EOS 6D. Thankfully, both features work very well and enhance the day-to-day u...
