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Canon EOS 60D
Digital SLR Camera
Key Features
- 18MP APS-C CMOS sensor
- ISO 100-3200 (expandable to 12,800)
- 5.3 fps continuous shooting
- Fully articulated 3.0" screen
- In-camera raw development
- In-camera Creative Filters
- 1080p HD video recording with manual controls
- SD / SDHC / SDXC storage
The EOS 60D has been released by Canon, replacing the EOS 50D in the DSLR market. Featuring the same DIGIC 4 processor, the key highlights include an 18 megapixel CMOS sensor, 3 inch articulated LCD screen and HD movie capacity.
The design differs slightly from its predecessor, most noticeably the body is smaller and lighter (8% weight saving) as it is plastic rather than magnesium alloy and the controls have been simplified.
The 60D is the first EOS camera to feature an articulated screen; the vari-angle LCD is much more versatile than the fixed design of previous models and provides flexibility for shooting still images and video at different angles. The screen can also be flipped for conventional viewing through the optical viewfinder. The images on the screen appear bright and sharp (1.04-million pixels).
The High Definition video comes with complete manual control as well as an external microphone for adjusting sound levels. There is also a HDMI port enabling both images and video to be viewed on any compatible HD TV which makes it easy to share with friends and family.
A further comparison of the models is listed in the following table;
Canon SLR Cameras – Key Features Comparison between 60D and 50D
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Canon 60D |
Canon 50D |
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Sensor |
• 22.3 x 14.9 mm CMOS sensor |
• 22.3 x 14.9 mm CMOS sensor |
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ISO range |
• Auto ISO (100-3200) |
• Auto ISO (100-1600) |
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Movie resolution |
• 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps) |
N/A |
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LCD panel |
• 3.0 " TFT LCD |
• 3.0 " TFT LCD |
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Memory format |
• SD / SDHC / SDXC |
• Compact Flash (I, II and UDMA) |
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Dimensions |
145 x 106 x 79 mm |
146 x 108 x 74 mm |
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Weight (inc battery) |
755 g (1.6 lb) |
822 g (1.8 lb) |
The Canon 60D is ideal for anyone wanting to upgrade from their existing SLR or for compact users wanting to enhance their image quality through a SLR camera. The 60D takes impressive pictures and videos and sports a combination of new features that are popping up in the market.
Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera $929.00- Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18-55mm $1,095.00
- Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18-55mm & 55-250mm IS $1,349.00
- Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18-135mm IS $1,329.00
- Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18-200mm IS $1,558.00
- Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 15-85mm IS $1,809.00
- Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with Tamron 18-270mm VC PZD Lens $1,628.00
- Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with Sigma 18-200mm OS II (made in Japan) Lens $1,478.00
Canon digital cameras, Canon SLR cameras, SLR lenses and Canon camera accessories are available at Georges Camera Store Sydney or online at http://www.georges.com.au
