EOS 60D Intermediate Digital SLR camera perfectly blends professional imaging technology, creative features and control flexibility, all made to foster photographers' creativity and shooting possibility. A series of "First in EOS" functions are featured, namely, a 3-inch vari-angle Clear View LCD, four creative filters and in-camera RAW image processing; EOS 60D also inherits many advanced features from professional models like 18-megapixel CMOS sensor, iFCL metering system and 9-point cross-type AF system, all are designed for capturing perfect images. EOS 60D also supports Full HD EOS movie shooting with manual exposure and audio control, making it ideal for both still and motion images.
18-megapixel Canon CMOS Sensor
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With an 18-megapixel APS-C sized CMOS sensor, EOS 60D captures unparallel image details. Inheriting some of the best CMOS technologies from the professional EOS 7D, Gapless Microlenses is brought on and the distance between the microlenses and photodiodes is narrowed down in order to strengthen light-gathering capabilities. The re-designed photodiodes structure enhances photoelectric conversion rate, which improves signal to noise ratio, guarantees images with high ISO low noise performance. |
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DIGIC 4 Digital Image Processor
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Canon's DIGIC 4 Digital Image Processor rapidly processes image information captured from the CMOS sensor's four-channel output with 14-bit image processing, providing outstanding color reproduction. Besides a series of auto image optimization, DIGIC 4's power makes in-camera RAW image processing possible, it also provides up to 3 RAW and 8 JPEG formats for selection, M-RAW and S-RAW further enhances flexibility. Newly added S2 (1920 x 1280) JPEG is good for 4R size photo printing while S3 (720 x 840) suits digital sharing best. |
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Broad ISO Range
EOS 60D allows wide ISO range from 100-6400 (with 1/3- step adjustment, expandable to 12800), enhancing sensitivity for any light situation and subjects in motion. ISO 100 allows the use of f/1.4 or larger aperture lens to create portrait images with impressive depth of field and right exposure even in bright outdoors; ISO 12800, on the other hand, assures true-to-life images and retain ambience in the scene even when shooting in severely under-lit environment without using flash.
EOS 60D also offers Auto ISO for hassle-free shooting under fluctuating lighting conditions. Upper limit for Auto ISO can be set from ISO 400 to 6400 according to the shooting objects and environment. This gives users the flexibility to obtain the optimum balance between image quality and shooting flexibility. |
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High-speed 5.3 fps continuous shooting
| With the high speed CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 processor plus the Mirror-Bouncing Preventing Mechanism, EOS 60D is able to shoot up to 5.3 frames per second (fps) with stunning focusing stability and precision. It can capture a maximum burst of approximately 58 JPEG or 16 RAW images in highest resolution. |
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3-inch Vari-Angle Clear View LCD
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The new 3-inch vari-angle wide Clear View LCD features 3:2 aspect ratio and 1,040,000 dot resolution provides low and high angles flexibility. Special side-flip design is tailored for easy operation even when using a tripod or shooting in a vertical position. First in EOS camera, the vari-angle wide LCD helps frame shots in Live View Mode from difficult angles to easily achieve the desired composition when shooting with viewfinder is not possible. The ability to capture wildlife, overhead shots or ground-level photography is instantly enhanced. 3 layers of anti-reflection coating ensure clear image display even under sunlight. |
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"Basic+" Function
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Another first in EOS series, the newly added "Basic+" Function in Basic Zone allows users to freely create their own unique images, amateurs can achieve their intended mood and atmosphere easily with no manual setting required. This function is available in Basic Zone such as portrait, landscape, close-up, Sport, Night Snapshot or Creative AUTO mode. Users can select from 9 ambience settings such as Vivid, Soft, Warm, Strong, Cold, Brighter, Darker or Monochrome etc. Or make a difference with its lighting and scene choices like Daylight, Cloudy, Sunset or Tungsten Light etc. |
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Live View Shooting with Multiple Aspect Ratios
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EOS 60D powers up its Live View function with the Aspect Ratio feature, a range of aspect ratios are available to suit the needs of different subjects, scenarios and purpose. Standard 3:2 as in 135 format, 16:9 is good for expressing wide landscape, 1:1 produces unique square format while 4:3 works best for DC users. Cropping lines are shown on Live View screen to assist framing. |
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4 In-camera Creative Filters
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In additional to shooting settings, users can manipulate captured RAW△ or JPEG images in-camera with up to four creative filters: Grainy Black-and-White Effect, Soft Focus Effect, Miniature Effect and Toy Camera Effect. Playful and dramatic effects can be achieved easily, say for example, Grainy Black-and-White Effect can create a hard-bitten documentary-like outlook; while Soft Focus Effect can soften skin tone, Toy Camera Effect produces vignetted image with color shift. Magnificent images can be created directly without the need of complicated computer post-processing. |
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In-camera RAW Image Processing △
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Newly added to complement EOS 60D, this in-camera image processing function can help photographers to have a more flexible workflow! No computer is required, users can process RAW△ file entirely in-camera, thanks to the powerful DIGIC 4 image processor. A separate JPEG file can be generated from RAW to meet urgent deadlines. Users can also handle brightness adjustment, white balance, Picture Style, Auto Lighting Optimizer, noise reduction, lens peripheral illumination correction, distortion correction and chromatic aberrations correction. Edited images can be saved as JPEG files for direct printing or uploading to computer or the Internet. JPEG resizes◆ are available to allow user to adjust file size depending on usage. |
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△Not Applicable to M-RAW & S-RAW
◆Not Applicable to S3 JPEG |
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Full HD EOS Movie with More Manual Controls
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EOS 60D builds upon the great video capabilities Canon has introduced in its recent Digital SLR cameras, EOS 5D Mark II, EOS 7D and EOS 550D. Its Full HD EOS Movie captures video at 1,920 x 1,080 resolution with selectable frame rates of 24p, 25p (PAL) or 30p(NTSC). 24p can achieve cinematic mood and feel. No wonder EOS 60D is the choice for photography enthusiasts and students majoring in films or multi-media studies. |
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EOS 60D allows for full use of Canon EF and EF-S lenses tailored for different shooting scenarios. Users can adjust exposure manually to enjoy greater flexibility. Audio performance is another advantage of EOS 60D, with a stereo external microphone input level can be set manually up to 64 levels, while audio is recorded in 16-bit PCM format with a sampling rate of 48 kHz for professional audio quality. Also, a wind filter is added to minimize unwanted background noise. |
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| Additionally, for shooting subjects from far distance, a Movie Crop function is included: An SD-quality video (640 x 480) providing a magnification equivalent to about 7x of regular shooting by cropping from the central area of the CMOS sensor to preserve image quality with additional telephoto power. EOS 60D even lets users edit video in-camera: user can trim the movie's beginning and ending frames directly in the camera, saving time and effort in post-editing stage. |
High Precision 9-Point Cross-type AF
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The 9-point AF system on the new EOS 60D features f/5.6-sensitive cross-type focusing on all 9 focusing points. The focusing points are widely spread out across the image plane and clearly displayed through the viewfinder, making it easier to focus off-center subject. The center AF point is a hybrid of standard cross-type and special diagonally-shaped "X" cross, with high-precision sensitivity for f/2.8 and larger aperture lenses. EOS 60D also adopts the AI Servo AF II algorithm as found in EOS-1D Mark IV and EOS 7D. It offers enhanced focus tracking accuracy by fast and correct prediction of movements, free from the short-term effect caused by intervening objects. AI Servo AF II also optimize auto focus performance in macro photography, to further enhance the ratio to obtain sharp macro images with auto focus. |
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Advanced iFCL Metering System
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Canon's iFCL (Intelligent Focus, Color, Luminance) metering system, identical to that on EOS 7D, includes a 63-zone dual-layer metering sensor that reads both illumination and color, takes brightness and color information into account to ensure precise and accurate results in all lighting conditions. By comparing the data obtained by both layers, the system determines the distribution of color spectrum and leads to the calculation of optimum exposure time. This avoids subjects in red to easily appear under-exposed when using ordinary metering system. When using Automatic AF point selection, the system also takes into account the information collected from the 9 AF points to recognize the subject's position and size for more accurate exposure. This keeps exposure levels stable from shot to shot, even as the light source changes. Also, this system has an expanded ± 5 EV exposure compensation range for easy creation of HDR (High Dynamic Range) images. |
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Electronic Viewfinder
EOS 60D features a built-in Electronic Level for easy and accurate composition, it is perfect for shooting landscapes with level horizons and remove any potential need or limitation for post-production correction. It is most helpful when baselines for reference are hard to be seen.
This electronic level can be activated on the LCD monitor and Live View Mode simply by pressing the button, users can also select it to be visible in Viewfinder and LCD panel. EOS 60D's optical viewfinder provides 96 percent coverage, provides users with better viewing perspective and vision. Three types of interchangeable Ef series focusing screens are also available to customize the viewing accord to personal preference and shooting subject. (Focusing screens are optional) |
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Integrated Speedlite Transmitter
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The built-in flash in EOS 60D features an Integrated Speedlite Transmitter to control up to two groups of off-camera EOS Speedlites to widen shooting possibilities and create a variety of professional lighting effect. |
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Image Rating
| For better management of large image database, photographers can rate their photos in-camera on a scale from 1 to 5 to indicate their preferences; this can facilitate image search and browsing. Once transferred from camera to computer, the tags of rating will be showed in a number of image editing and management programs, including Canon's DPP software. |
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Designed for Flexibility in Control
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EOS 60D features a completely redesigned body, combining an ergonomically enhanced curved shape with a new button layout to make it quick and comfortable for photographers to change settings. Frequently used camera controls are grouped together for easy access, while the Quick Control Dial, Multi-controller and SET button have all been merged into one Multi Control Dial, enabling photographers to operate menus and enter settings quickly using their thumb, even when shooting vertically with the optional Battery Grip. User can assign custom function to button based on personal habit. The mode dial also features a lock button base on users' feedback, preventing unintentional changes to settings mid-shoot. |
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Reliable and Durable Body Design
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Pursue for lighter weight and reliable body, EOS 60D is constructed from impact-resistant polycarbonate resin and features a dust-and-water resistant design^, made for different shooting locations. With shutter durability up to about 100,000 cycles#, reliability of EOS 60D is well-proved. |
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The EOS Integrated Cleaning System, highly appreciated by professional photographers, can also be found in EOS 60D. First of all, the materials of the mirror box and the shutter are specially chosen for their dust-resistance. Coupled with fluorine coated filter in front of the CMOS sensor which further prevents dust attachment, the self cleaning sensor unit of EOS 60D shake dust off the filter with ultrasonic vibration during each start up and shut down. It can also map the position of visible dust on the sensor and appends as “Dust Delete Data”, the dust spots can be removed in the Dust Delete function with bundled software. With EOS Integrated Cleaning System, users can expect exceptionally dust-free images from EOS 60D. |
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