We’ve already learned or speculated a lot about the new Canon 6D Mark II, and now it’s officially out. Canon has released their latest full-frame camera, which brings full-frame camera accessible to a wider number of users. It’s an improved version of its predecessor 6D, and it’s aimed at a wide range of shooters – from those looking for their first full-frame camera to more experienced full-frame users.
According to Canon, this camera was designed particularly with the enthusiast photographers in mind. As I mentioned, it’s a new and improved version of the 6D, and these are some of the benefits over the older model:
- 26.2 Megapixel Full-frame CMOS Sensor
- Optical Viewfinder with a 45-point All Cross-type AF System1
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF with Phase-detection & Full HD 60p
- DIGIC 7 Image Processor, ISO 100-40000
- Vari-angle Touch Screen, 3.0-inch LCD
- Built-in Wi-Fi®2, NFC3, Bluetooth®4 and GPS technology
- High-speed Continuous Shooting at up to 6.5 fps
- Dust- & Water-resistant
These are some of the specs, and we already covered some of the leaked ones in our previous articles. But now, at last, here’s the full and official specs list:
| Imaging | |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF |
| Camera Format | Full-Frame (1.0x Crop Factor) |
| Pixels | 26.2 Megapixel |
| Max Resolution | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Sensor Type / Size | CMOS, 36 x 24 mm |
| File Formats | Still Images: JPEG, RAW Movies: MOV, MP4, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: AAC, Linear PCM (Stereo) |
| Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
| Dust Reduction System | Yes |
| Memory Card Type | SDXC SDHC SD |
| Image Stabilization | Digital, 5-Way |
| Focus Control | |
| Focus Type | Auto & Manual |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M), Single-servo AF (S) |
| Autofocus Points | Phase Detection: 45 (45 Cross-Type) |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical |
| Viewfinder Eye Point | 21.00 mm |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 98% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | Approx. 0.71x |
| Diopter Adjustment | -3 to +1 m |
| Display Screen | 3″ Swivel Touchscreen LCD |
| Screen Coverage | 100% |
| Diagonal Angle of View | 170.0° |
| Exposure Control | |
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 100-40000 (Extended Mode: 50-102400) |
| Shutter | Type: Electronic & Mechanical Speed: 30 – 1/4000 Second , Bulb Mode |
| Remote Control | TC-80N3, RS-80N3 (Optional) |
| Mirror Lock-Up | Yes |
| Metering Method | Evaluative Metering, Partial Metering, Spot Metering |
| Exposure Modes | Modes: Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Programmed Auto, Shutter Priority |
| Continuous Shooting | Up to 6.5 fps at 26.2 MP |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Shade, Tungsten |
| Flash | |
| Built-in Flash | No |
| Max Sync Speed | Mechanical Shutter:1 / 180 Second |
| Flash Compensation | -3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 or 1/2 EV steps) |
| Dedicated Flash System | eTTL |
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| AV Recording | |
| Video Recording | Yes |
| File Size | 1920 x 1080p (Full HD) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Frame Rate | @ 1920 x 1080: 60 fps, 30 fps, 24 fps |
| Exposure Control | Auto: Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO Manual: Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO |
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 100 – 25600 |
| Exposure Compensation | -3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
| Focus | Auto Manual Continuous Auto |
| Max Video Clip Length | 1920 x 1080: 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds |
| Audio Recording | Built-In Mic: With Video Optional External Mic: With Video |
| Performance | |
| Self Timer | 10 Seconds, 2 Seconds |
| Interval Recording | Yes |
| Connectivity | 1/8″ Microphone, Canon N3, HDMI C (Mini), USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi Capable | Yes |
| Power | |
| Battery | 1 x LP-E6N Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 7.2 VDC, 1865 mAh |
| AC Power Adapter | ACK-E6 (Optional) |
| Operating/Storage Temperature | Operating 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) Humidity: 0 – 85% |
| Physical | |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Weight | Not specified by manufacturer |
Canon 6D Mark II is available for preorders, and you can get it in three versions. You can order body only for $1999, the body with the 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens for $2,599.00, and the body with the 24-105mm f/4 kit lens for $3,099.00. As for the availability, you should wait just a little longer – you can preorder now, and the shipping starts in late July 2017.
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