6D

[rookie]

Hi my son wants to upgrade from his 550d to a 6d.he would like to know from uses of the 6d what their opinions are .He uses the video as much as the still photos.

[I @ M]

Which EF lenses does he own / have access to?

If he doesn't have good glass to start with and is cash strapped like most of us, advise him to save money by buying a good quality Nikon D600 body and appropriate glass.

[Roosta]

As Andrew has mention Glass is an issue.

Here is a great write (http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EOS-6D-Digital-SLR-Camera-Review.aspx) up.

[rookie]

Thanks andrew and roosta the lens side is ok he uses mine.He really wants to know if there is any issues if any with the 6d.He will be getting through DWI on this site.

[Roosta]

Thanks andrew and roosta the lens side is ok he uses mine.He really wants to know if there is any issues if any with the 6d.He will be getting through DWI on this site.

Good to know with the glass, I'm pretty sure "William and JSP" (William's son Joel) just got them selves a 6D, might be worth a PM mate.

[Dug]

I don't own one, but it is my upgrade of choice at the moment.
If he uses the video a lot then he needs to be aware that on the 6D Moire (banding) has not been addressed very well.
Its a bit strange because they got it right on the 5Dmk3.
If he videos in areas where that would be a problem then he might want to check out the alternatives.

http://vimeo.com/56122305

[nwhc]

I've just ordered mine I've read about the moire and they say it is as bad as the 5D mk2 which I was more then happy with. Hopefully it arrives this week and I can have a look.

[rbat]

I would love to hear of experiences also as this is my current fav to upgrade to also.

[rookie]

Thanks Dug,nwhc and rbat he says he is very happy with the new camera.He got it through DWI from this site and was very happy with them.He also says now he has full frame he wouldn't have anything else.Overall he is one happy chappy.

[bobt]

I'm very happy with mine - and I consider it probably the best option around at the moment. I moved up from a 40D and a 500D and the 6D is pretty much what I want in a camera. The video seems fine to me, but I'm not aiming for the stars. The ISO is amazing and basically it does everything I want with perhaps two exceptions. Not having on-board flash is irritating (for fill-in) and not having a faster frames per second is slightly limiting (4.5 as compared to higher in the 7D for example)

I bought mine from Camera Paradise where the current price is probably a lot cheaper than DWI by a large factor. I have no regrets in buying the 6D - images are crisp, accurate and now all I have to blame for poor shots is me ........

[rookie]

I'm very happy with mine - and I consider it probably the best option around at the moment. I moved up from a 40D and a 500D and the 6D is pretty much what I want in a camera. The video seems fine to me, but I'm not aiming for the stars. The ISO is amazing and basically it does everything I want with perhaps two exceptions. Not having on-board flash is irritating (for fill-in) and not having a faster frames per second is slightly limiting (4.5 as compared to higher in the 7D for example)

I bought mine from Camera Paradise where the current price is probably a lot cheaper than DWI by a large factor. I have no regrets in buying the 6D - images are crisp, accurate and now all I have to blame for poor shots is me ........

Camera Paradise $1584.68 delivered DWI $1585.00 Delivered Dont think thats a large factor :p

[bobt]

Camera Paradise $1584.68 delivered DWI $1585.00 Delivered Dont think thats a large factor :p

That is close!! I think the gap was much larger before ..... go for it! :)

[rookie]

That is close!! I think the gap was much larger before ..... go for it! :)
only going by what my son paid and what both web sites say.The difference is C P charge $90 postage and DWI charge $0.

[neil70]

i have had mine now for 4 weeks and it has performed as i expected. It works grate in low light and i have also shot some mx with it and it performed well. not as quick as my 7d but i like it the best of my cameras at the moment. I have not had any issues with as yet, shooting a wedding 2 weeks ago in the rain and low light and it worked well

[nwhc]

Camera Paradise $1584.68 delivered DWI $1585.00 Delivered Dont think thats a large factor :p

Just paid $1511 through eglobal Winner! :D

[nwhc]

hahahah only $1489 today bugger.:D

[rackham]

Sub $1500?

Well, I guess the waiting game is nearly over now.

[rookie]

hahahah only $1489 today bugger.:D
plus $59 shipping

[nwhc]

plus $59 shipping

Still cheaper then $1585 with free postage. Just wish mine would get here for the weekend!!

[mrrunx]

Is it likely the price of the 6d will drop below $1400 before October? On eglobal it is going for $1429 plus $59 for delivery totalling $1488. Not really in a hurry to buy one so I can wait if it is likely to drop in price over the next 6 months.

[rookie]

sory mate dont have that info

[rackham]

Three days p&h is torment.

[Arg]

Funny how many were critical of the 6D when it was announced, purely based on its spec sheet compared to Nikon. Once it gets in the hands of actual photographers it seems to get strong praise for its images.

Goes to show.

[Jcas]

Seriously looking into this one too, will look forward to the feedback .. :)

[Paul W]

Hi All,
New to site today and just came across this thread. Don't know if people are aware, but there are two versions of the 6D.
One with the WiFi and GPS, this is the "WG" (often mentioned in ad titles to differentiate) which is sold in the shops and the other one that does not have the WiFi and GPS, I think this is the "N" version some times referred on eBay etc. as the import model.
The model without WiFi and GPS is often the reason for the extra cheap price. Be careful and read the advert's fine print. That doesn't mean to say that many/most of the imports are not the good one......just be cautious.

Regards

Paul

[ricktas]

Happens with lots of different products, from motor vehicles to even building components. If someone says they are going to get a Toyota Camry and you ask which one, they will either say a new one or 2013 model. But there are so many different versions of the same car.

Buyer beware as always.