EOS 60Da first sample pics (astrophotography)

Canon Japan published some sample pics to show how the EOS 60Da performs. More samples available clicking here. I wrote about this new camera for astrophotography in a previous post.

The camera can be per-ordered at the following shops ($1,499):

• B&H (click here)
• Adorama (click here)

Key specifications:

• Modified Infrared (IR) blocking filter to enable astrophotography.
• 18 Megapixel APS-C Canon CMOS sensor.
• DIGIC 4 image processor for natural colour and advanced noise control.
• ISO range 100-6400, expandable to 12,800 for excellent low-light performance.
• Vari-angle 7.7cm (3.0”) 3:2 Clear View LCD with 1,040k dots.
• Full HD 1080 movies with manual control and selectable frame rates.
• 9-point cross type AF system.
• iFCL metering with 63-zone Dual-layer Metering Sensor.
• Advanced creative features with Basic + and Creative Filters.
• In-camera RAW processing, Image Resize and rating.
• Integrated Speedlite Transmitter.
• Integrated horizontal Electronic Level.
• Eye-Fi and SDXC memory card compatible.