Canon has just unveiled their Canon EOS 6D Mark II late last month and finally, the Canon 6D Mark II has been launched in India. It will go on sale later this month at a starting price of Rs. 1,32,995 for the body or users can pick it up with the EF 24-70mm f/4L IS USM lens bundle at Rs. 1,84,995 or an EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM lens bundle at Rs. 2,02,995. These prices are inclusive of all taxes.
The Canon EOS 6D Mark II is designed for photography enthusiasts and it comes with a brand new 26.3-megapixel CMOS sensor. It also has a 45-point, cross-type autofocus system with Dual Pixel autofocus for live mode. The Canon EOS 6D Mark II uses the new DIGIC 7 image processor and captures photos in ISO level ranging between 100-40000. The Canon EOS 6D Mark II has an articulated, 3-inch touchscreen panel, continuous shooting of up to 6.5fps, built-in Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth and it is dust and water resistant. However,m not everything is just perfect as it lacks 4K video recording and sticks to 1080p at 60fps.
The Canon 6D Mark II has a 7,560 pixel RGB plus IR metering sensor and a color detection autofocus, which the company claims to provide consistent and accurate exposure under various lighting conditions. The camera also features lens aberration correction. The feature helps the camera detect the lens that is paired with the body and accordingly, and apply the right level of correction.
Canon EOS 6D Mark II Specifications
| Image Sensor: | 26.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor |
| Imaging processor: | DIGIC 7 |
| ISO speed: | 100-40000 (expandable range 50- 102,400) |
| Continuous shooting speed: | Approx. 6.5 fps |
| Maximum video quality: | Full HD 60p |
| Auto-focus: | 45-point all cross-type AF / Dual Pixel CMOS AF |
| Wi-Fi / NFC/ Bluetooth/GPS: | Yes |
| LCD | 7.6 cm/3.0-inch Vari-angle touch panel (approx. 1.04 million dots) |
| Dimensions: | Approx. 144.0mm(W) x 110.5mm(H) x 74.8mm(D) |
| Weight: | Approx. 685g (body only) – CIPA Standards |
Commenting on the launch event of Canon 6D Mark II, Mr. Eddie Udagawa, Vice President of Consumer Imaging and Information Centre, Canon India said, “The EOS 6D Mark II is a versatile full frame camera that reflects the ‘Sense of Genius’, striking a perfect balance between compact design and superior performance offering an excellent value to the photo enthusiasts and professionals. The EOS 6D Mark II is a camera that will excel in a vast variety of genres. With a full frame sensor, Dual Pixel CMOS AF and vari-angle touch panel, the EOS 6D Mark II, will appeal to both still and video audiences allowing them to experience the world of full-frame imaging in new and interesting ways.”
