Canon EOS 6D Review (Imaging Resource) and Deal

Imaging Resource posted their review of Canon's entry-level fullframe DSLR, the Canon EOS 6D (price & specs). Another review that confirms the EOS 6D's excellent qualities, especially when it concerns image quality, which, as stated in other reviews, is on par or even superior to its bigger sibling, the Canon EOS 5D Mark III (price & specs).

A good EOS 6D deal is offered by top rated plus eBay seller getitdigital (>41900 ratings, 99.6% positive): the EOS 6D is on sale for .

In the conclusion they write:

With the 20.2-megapixel EOS 6D, Canon has created a smaller, lighter and less expensive full-frame digital SLR for prosumer photographers. In many ways, the well-designed 6D is a mini 5D Mark III for the rest of us. While it doesn't feature as robust a camera build as that step-up model, and its autofocus system is decidedly basic, the Canon 6D is otherwise a fantastic, responsive DSLR that offers the glories of full-frame in a trim but comfy camera body. Plus, you get full-featured, built-in Wi-Fi and GPS to boot.

Pros: Excellent image quality on par to more expensive full-frame DSLRs (including the 5D Mark III); Responsive all-around performer; Superior HD video-shooting chops; Built-in Wi-Fi with remote control and sharing features, Built-in GPS and geotagging.

Cons: Lacks a built-in, pop-up flash; No external headphone jack; Rather basic 11-point autofocus system; Mediocre burst speed.

Canon EOS 6D price check: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA [via Imaging Resource]

 

A Bit Of Everything

Canon Rebel SL1 In Stock and Ready To Ship (plus a hands-on review)

Rebel SL1

B&H has Canon’s new Rebel, the world’s smallest DSLR, in stock and ready to ship. The Canon Rebel SL1/EOS 100D with the new EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM is on sale for $799 (click here).

They also posted a hands-on review about the Rebel SL1. Core specs:

  • 18.0MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 5 Image Processor
  • 3.0″ Clear View II Touchscreen LCD
  • ISO 100-12800, Expandable to 25600
  • Full HD 1080 Video with Continuous AF
  • 4.0 fps Continuous Shooting
  • 9-Point AF System
  • Scene Intelligent Auto Mode
  • Compact and Lightweight; Weighs 0.8 lb
  • EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens

Rumor & Patent: Canon Working On New Tilt-Shift Lenses?

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Just recently a rumor about new Canon tilt-shift lenses surfaced. 45mm and 90mm are possible candidates for a replacement. The new tilt-shifts could be announced at the end of 2013 and be released in early 2014.

Egami (translated) spotted a patent that fits well with the rumor above. It is not directly related to lens engineering, it considers a method to change the angle of the grid lines in the EVF and in live view mode depending by the amount of tilt that was set.

  • Patent Publication No. 2013-81129
    • Publication date 2013.5.2
    • Filing date 2011.10.5
  • Shooting assist functions suitable for tilt lens
  • I rotate display grid lines
    • The angle information of the tilt lens to determine the angle of the grid lines
    • To align in the direction of change of focus, the angle of the grating lines, easy to compose the picture

Deal: Canon EOS 60D Bundle With 18-135mm Lens, Printer and Accessories – $899

EOS 60D

Excellent starter kit on sale at B&H for a really good price. The Canon EOS 60D bundle is yours for $899 (click here), and includes:

  • Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera
  • Canon EF-S 18-135mm IS Lens
  • Canon PIXMA PRO-100 Color Inkjet Wireless Photo Printer
  • Canon SG-201 Photo Paper Plus Semi-Gloss 13 x 19″ (50 Sheets)
  • Ruggard Commando 35 DSLR Shoulder Bag
  • SanDisk 16GB SDHC Memory Card Ultra Class 10 UHS-I
  • Watson LP-E6 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.4V, 1750mAh)