# Canon EOS 6D

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2012 Full-frame digital single-lens reflex camera

Not to be confused with [Canon EOS 60D](/source/Canon_EOS_60D).

Canon EOS 6D The EOS 6D body without a lens attached Overview Maker Canon Inc. Type Digital single-lens reflex camera Intro price US$1899[1] Lens Lens mount Canon EF Lens Interchangeable (EF) Sensor/medium Sensor 35.8 mm × 23.9 mm CMOS Maximum resolution 5,472 × 3,648[2] (20 effective megapixels) Film speed 100 – 25,600 (expansion to L1 50 / H1 51.200 / H2 102,400) Storage media SD, SDHC or SDXC card (UHS-I capable) Focusing Focus modes One-shot, AI Servo, AI Focus, Manual Focus areas 11 autofocus points Exposure/metering Exposure modes Full auto, programmed, shutter priority, aperture priority, manual Exposure metering TTL, full aperture, 63 zones Metering modes Evaluative, Partial, Spot, Center-weighted average Shutter Shutter Electronic focal-plane Shutter speed range 30 s to 1/4,000 s, bulb, 1/180 s X-sync Continuous shooting up to 4.5 fps Viewfinder Viewfinder Optical pentaprism with 97% coverage 0.71×[3] and electronic (Live View) Image processor DIGIC 5+ General LCD screen 3.0 in (7.6 cm), 720 × 480 pixels, 288 ppi (approx. 1,040,000 dots) Battery Li-Ion LP-E6 Rechargeable (1800 mAh) Optional battery packs BG-E13 grip allows use of 6 AA cells, a single LP-E6 or two LP-E6 batteries Dimensions 144.5 mm × 110.5 mm × 71.2 mm (5.69 in × 4.35 in × 2.80 in) Weight 680 g (24 oz), body only; 755 g (26.6 oz), CIPA standard Made in Japan Chronology Successor Canon EOS 6D Mark II[4]

The **Canon EOS 6D** is a 20.2-megapixel [full-frame](/source/Full-frame_digital_SLR) [CMOS](/source/CMOS) [digital single-lens reflex camera](/source/Digital_single-lens_reflex_camera) made by [Canon](/source/Canon_(company)).

The EOS 6D was publicly announced on 17 September 2012, one day before the start of the [Photokina 2012](/source/Photokina_2012) trade show. It was released in late November 2012 and offered at that time as a body only for a suggested retail price of [US$](/source/United_States_dollar)2,099[5][6][7] or in a package with an [EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM](/source/Canon_EF_24-105mm_lens) zoom lens for a suggested retail price of [US$](/source/United_States_dollar)2,899.[5]

It was superseded by the [EOS 6D Mark II](/source/Canon_EOS_6D_Mark_II) in 2017.

## Features

There are 2 versions of EOS 6D. EOS 6D (N) and EOS 6D (WG):[8]

The EOS 6D (WG) is the first Canon [DSLR](/source/DSLR) to feature [GPS](/source/GPS) functions and built in [Wi-Fi](/source/Wi-Fi) capabilities, which [geotag](/source/Geotag) images and allow files to be uploaded directly to Facebook, YouTube, or Canon Image Gateway; transferred to external devices; or sent to be printed on a Wi-Fi-enabled Canon printer. The Wi-Fi capabilities also allow remote control and viewing via many smartphones.[9] These features are not available in the (N) version of the camera.[8]

Weighing 770 grams (27 oz), the 6D is also Canon's smallest and lightest [full-frame](/source/Full-frame_digital_SLR) DSLR, comparable to the [APS-C](/source/APS-C) sensor [60D](/source/Canon_EOS_60D). The camera supports ISO settings from 50 to 102,400 which can be selected automatically or adjusted manually, an 11-point [autofocus](/source/Autofocus) system, and an anti-glare 3.0 inches (76 mm) [LCD](/source/LCD) screen.[10] The center autofocus point has a sensitivity of −3 [EV](/source/Exposure_value).

The BG-E13 battery grip, which was made to be used with the 6D, allows the use of six AA cells, or one or two LP-E6 batteries.[11] The 6D has a maximum burst frame rate of 4.5 frames per second.[10] Like all Canon DSLR full-frame cameras, the 6D does not have a built in flash due to the design of the viewfinder.[12]

### Image features

- 20.2 megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor.

- [DIGIC 5+](/source/DIGIC#DIGIC_5+) image processor.

- Fluorine-coated low-pass filter.

### Autofocus and metering

- 11-point autofocus sensors with 1 cross-type sensor in center (x-type is sensitive down to −3 EV).

- TTL-CT-SIR AF with CMOS sensor.

- 63-zone dual-layer silicon cell.

- AF micro adjust (±20 steps).

### ISO

- ISO 100 – ISO 25,600. Expansion down to ISO 50 and up to ISO 51,200 and ISO 102,400.

### Shutter

- 30 s – 1/4,000 s (and bulb) is the shutter speed range.

- 4.5 fps burst rate.

### Ergonomics and functions

- Optical [pentaprism](/source/Pentaprism) viewfinder with approximately 97% coverage (0,71× enlargement)

- Clear View TFT LCD screen (3 "/77 mm) with 720 × 480 pixels, 288 ppi (approximately 1,040,000 dots), resolution with dual anti-glare coating.

- Wi-Fi functionality.

- Metal alloy housing. (The top is made out of high-grade plastic.)

- Built-in GPS. This remains on when the camera is switched off, and quickly drains the battery if not deactivated via setting.

### Video

The movie image size can be set, as well as the frame rate and compression method. Available modes:[13]

- 1920×1080 @ 24/25/30 fps: Full High Definition recording quality

- 1280×720 @ 50/60 fps: High-Definition recording quality

- 640×480 @ 50/60 fps: Standard-definition recording quality

## Firmware updates

Release date Firmware Fixes 2016-09-29 1.1.7 Its main improvement was support for the EF 70–300mm f/4–5.6 IS II USM lens.[14] 2017-11-29 1.1.8 Fixes a phenomenon in which standard exposure may not be obtained, or an irregular exposure may result, when Silent LV (Live View) shooting with the following TS-E lenses: TS-E 50mm f/2.8L MACRO, TS-E 90mm f/2.8L MACRO, or TS-E 135mm f/4L MACRO.[15] 2019-11-21 1.1.9 Firmware Version 1.1.9 incorporates the following fixes: 1. Corrects a PTP communications vulnerability. 2. Corrects a vulnerability related to firmware update.[16]

## Gallery

		- Top view of the 6D

		- 6D with an [EF 35mm f/1.4L](/source/Canon_EF_35mm_lens#EF_35_mm_f/1.4L_USM) lens attached

		- Back view of the 6D

## Reception

[Digital Photography Review](/source/Digital_Photography_Review) have chosen Canon EOS 6D as one of the 20 most important cameras of the 2010s.[17]

According to Skies & Scopes, the Canon EOS 6D was the most commonly used camera in images shortlisted in the RMG [Astronomy Photographer of the Year](/source/Astronomy_Photographer_of_the_Year) competition from 2018 to 2021.[18]

## See also

- [Canon EOS 6D Mark II](/source/Canon_EOS_6D_Mark_II)

- [Canon EOS 5D Mark III](/source/Canon_EOS_5D_Mark_III)

- [Canon EOS 60D](/source/Canon_EOS_60D)

## References

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1. **[^](#cite_ref-specs_3-0)** ["Canon EOS 6D"](https://web.archive.org/web/20120920131033/http://www.canon.com.au/For-You/EOS-Digital-SLR-Cameras/EOS-6D). Archived from [the original](http://www.canon.com.au/For-You/EOS-Digital-SLR-Cameras/EOS-6D) on 20 September 2012. Retrieved 17 September 2012.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-4)** ["EOS 6D Mark II – Canon Camera Museum"](https://global.canon/en/c-museum/product/dslr866.html). *global.canon*.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-Press_release1_5-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-Press_release1_5-1) ["Canon Announces Its Smallest and Lightest Full-Frame Digital SLR Camera For Serious Photographers"](https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/about/newsroom/press-releases/press-release-details/2012/20120917_eos6d_pressreleasedata/20120917_eos6d_pressreleasedata) (Press release). Canon U.S.A., Inc. 17 September 2012.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-6)** ["Press Release"](https://web.archive.org/web/20120921013511/http://www.canon.com.au/About-Canon/News-Events/News-Press-Releases/~/media/News/IMR-EOS6D/Canon-EOS-6D-Press-Release-AU.ashx). Canon U.S.A., Inc. Archived from [the original](http://www.canon.com.au/About-Canon/News-Events/News-Press-Releases/~/media/News/IMR-EOS6D/Canon-EOS-6D-Press-Release-AU.ashx) on 21 September 2012. Retrieved 18 September 2012.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-7)** Horaczek, Stan (3 December 2012). ["Lensrentals Took Apart A Canon 6D"](http://www.popphoto.com/gear/2012/12/lensrentals-took-apart-canon-6d). Popular Photography. Retrieved 23 December 2012.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-:0_8-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-:0_8-1) ["Canon EOS 6D Instruction Manual"](https://gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/8/0300009238/01/eos6d-im-en.pdf) (PDF). *usa.canon.com*. Canon. 1 September 2012. Retrieved 4 June 2016.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-9)** Uy, Melody. ["Canon launches entry-level, full-frame EOS 6D"](https://web.archive.org/web/20121009044711/http://www.onscreenasia.com/article/canon-launches-entry-level-full-frame-eos-6d/10794). Archived from [the original](http://www.onscreenasia.com/article/canon-launches-entry-level-full-frame-eos-6d/10794) on 9 October 2012. Retrieved 7 October 2012.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-Specifications_10-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-Specifications_10-1) ["About EOS 6D – Specifications"](https://web.archive.org/web/20170804012806/https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/products/details/cameras/dslr/eos-6d?selectedName=Specifications). Canon. Archived from [the original](https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/products/details/cameras/dslr/eos-6d?selectedName=Specifications) on 4 August 2017. Retrieved 9 May 2017.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-11)** Burke, Elaine. ["Canon unveils EOS 6D DSLR and three new PowerShot compact cameras"](http://www.siliconrepublic.com/digital-life/item/29246-canon-unveils-eos-6d-dslr/). Retrieved 7 October 2012.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-12)** Atkins, Bob. ["Canon EOS 6D Preview"](https://web.archive.org/web/20121020112946/http://photo.net/reviews/canon/eos-6D-preview). Archived from [the original](http://photo.net/reviews/canon/eos-6D-preview) on 20 October 2012. Retrieved 7 October 2012.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-13)** ["Canon EOS 6D Instruction Manual"](http://gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/8/0300009238/01/eos6d-im-en.pdf) (PDF). *usa.canon.com*. Canon. 1 September 2012. Retrieved 4 June 2016.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-14)** ["Canon Releases Firmware Updates for Multiple Cameras"](http://www.canonrumors.com/canon-releases-firmware-updates-for-multiple-cameras/). *canonrumors.com*. Retrieved 9 April 2018.

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1. **[^](#cite_ref-16)** ["EOS 6D Firmware Update, Version 1.1.9"](https://www.canon.co.nz/support/support-news/firmware-updates/eos-6d-firmware-update-version-1-1-9). *canon.co.nz*. Retrieved 25 April 2020.

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1. **[^](#cite_ref-18)** ["RMG Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2020: Data Analysis"](https://skiesandscopes.com/astronomy-photographer-of-the-year-2020/). *Skies & Scopes*.

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v t e Canon EOS digital SLR timeline Type Sensor Class 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 DSLR Full-frame Flag­ship 1Ds 1Ds Mk II 1Ds Mk III 1D C 1D X 1D X Mk II T 1D X Mk III T APS-H 1D 1D Mk II 1D Mk II N 1D Mk III 1D Mk IV Full-frame Profes­sional 5DS / 5DS R 5D x 5D Mk II x 5D Mk III 5D Mk IV T Ad­van­ced x 6D x 6D Mk II AT APS-C x 7D x 7D Mk II Mid-range 20Da x 60Da A D30 D60 10D 20D 30D 40D x 50D x 60D A x 70D AT 80D AT 90D AT 760D AT 77D AT Entry-level 300D 350D 400D 450D x 500D x 550D x 600D A x 650D AT x 700D AT x 750D AT 800D AT 850D AT x 100D T x 200D AT 250D AT 1000D x 1100D x 1200D 1300D 2000D Value 4000D Early models Canon EOS DCS 5 (1995) Canon EOS DCS 3 (1995) Canon EOS DCS 1 (1995) Canon EOS D2000 (1998) Canon EOS D6000 (1998) Type Sensor Spec 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 PROCESSOR: Non-DIGIC | DIGIC | DIGIC II | DIGIC III | DIGIC 4 / 4+ | DIGIC 5 / 5+ | DIGIC 6 / 6+ | DIGIC 7 | DIGIC 8 | DIGIC X VIDEO: 720p | 1080p | Uncompressed 1080p | 4K | 5.5K ⋅ SCREEN: Flip (tilt) F, Articulating A, Touchscreen T ⋅ BODY FEATURE: Weather Sealed SPECIALTY MODELS: Astrophotography a | Cinema EOS C | high resolution camera S | no AA filter effect R ⋅ FIRMWARE ADD-ON: x Magic Lantern Support See also: Canon EOS film cameras, Canon EOS mirrorless cameras

v t e Full-frame DSLR cameras Pentax MZ-D (Prototype, 2000) K-1 (2016) K-1 II (2018) Contax N Digital (2002) Kodak DCS Pro 14n (2002) DCS Pro SLR/n (2004) DCS Pro SLR/c (2004) Canon Flagship 1Ds (2002) 1Ds Mark II (2004) 1Ds Mark III (2007) 1D X (2012) 1D C (2012) 1D X Mark II (2016) 1D X Mark III (2020) High-end 5D (2005) 5D Mark II (2008) 5D Mark III (2012) 5DS/5DS R (2015) 5D Mark IV (2016) Entry-level 6D (2012) 6D Mark II (2017) Nikon Flagship D3 (2007) D3X (2008) D3S (2009) D4 (2012) D4S (2014) D5 (2016) D6 (2020) High-end D700 (2008) D800 (2012) D800E (2012) Df (2013) D810 (2014) D750 (2014) D810A (2015) D850 (2017) D780 (2020) Entry-level D600 (2012) D610 (2013) Sony Flagship α 900 (2008) α 99 (2012) α 99 II (2016) High-end α 850 (2009)

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