Average Camera Review Rating [15 reviews]
This camera is currently ranked at #26 of the top camera sales ranking in US.
This camera is currently ranked at #6 of the top camera sales ranking in Japan.
This camera is featured in a recent article titled 2011 Best DSLR Cameras For Shooting HD Video Below $1,500.
On August 26 2010, Canon announced the 2008-model 50D replacement - the New EOS 60D DSLR Camera. The 60D comes with 18 Megapixels APS-C sized CMOS image sensor, 3-inch Vari-Angle Clear View LCD screen, Full HD Video video recording with manual overrides including audio level control, and in-camera functionality for RAW image processing plus Creative Filters to manipulate images.
This camera is currently ranked at #26 of the top camera sales ranking in US.
This camera is currently ranked at #6 of the top camera sales ranking in Japan.
This camera is featured in a recent article titled 2011 Best DSLR Cameras For Shooting HD Video Below $1,500.
On August 26 2010, Canon announced the 2008-model 50D replacement - the New EOS 60D DSLR Camera. The 60D comes with 18 Megapixels APS-C sized CMOS image sensor, 3-inch Vari-Angle Clear View LCD screen, Full HD Video video recording with manual overrides including audio level control, and in-camera functionality for RAW image processing plus Creative Filters to manipulate images. The EOS 60D has an expanded standard ISO sensitivity range of 100 to 6,400 equivalents, while retaining the same expanded upper limit of ISO 12,800 from the EOS 50D. Burst shooting speed has falled to 5.3 fps (frames per second), but buffer depth remains basically unchanged at 16 Raw / 58 JPEG images. The 60D borrows many features from 7D. For example, the 7D's movie recording modes have been carried over to the 60D. The 60D can record 1080p HD at 24, 30 and 25 fps. It can also record at reduced resolutions such as 720p and 640x480 with 50 and 60 fps. It has a digital level to correct for pitch similar to the 7D. The 50D also has a 64-level audio gain control as in the 5D Mark II's updated firmware.
The Canon EOS 60D body now has more rubber coating for improved grip, locking mode dial, and a new multi control dial in place of the previous multi controller joystick / quick control dial combination. More buttons have also been added to the body, allowing a greater number of controls to have a single function. For the first time in an EOS camera, the 60D includes a tilt-swivel LCD display which has a 3-inch diagonal, 3:2 aspect ratio, and 1.04 million dot resolution. The 60D's optical viewfinder now offers 96% coverage with 0.95x magnification. The EOS 60D also adds Creative Filter functions similar to those from the PowerShot compact cameras. The Canon EOS 60D is currently selling at around $910 (went up from $949 about a week ago). Here's the summary of review by DigitalCameraReview, giving the camera a rating of 4 out of 5:
"Still images, not video, are where a DSLR earns its pay and you can take 60D images to the bank. Good quality and color fidelity - I found the default sharpening a bit soft for my taste but that proved an easy fix in the manual shooting modes. We've come to expect follow-on cameras to generally out-do the camera they're replacing features-wise, and the 60D follows suit in most cases compared to the 50D. Sensor resolution is up and an HD video capability exists where none did before. The 3.0-inch LCD monitor is movable and viewfinder coverage is improved, albeit only 1% and only to 96% overall. A host of in-camera editing menus for both still and movie captures allow a lot of processing without resorting to a computer and external software.
The 60D loses 1 fps in continuous shooting speed compared to the older camera, carries the same 9 point AF system as the older camera, and drops to a 100,000 cycle shutter from 150,000 in the older camera. The 60D still manages a decent 5 fps rate and the AF system is capable but not state of the art in this class and price point. I can't figure why Canon downgraded the shutter in a camera designed to appeal to advanced amateurs, though. And that video capability suffers somewhat by comparison with a slow AF acquisition time and lack of continuous AF performance some competitors have already introduced. Ah, but the still image quality is great and the high ISO noise performance looks to be competitive with the best cropped-sensor cameras on the planet. I've always felt you get a DSLR for the still image quality and features like video and Live View are really more in the "nice to have" category rather than being a deal breaker with regard to any particular camera. There is a lot to like about the still images out of the 60D."
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| Manufacturer | Canon | Canon | Canon | Canon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model | EOS Rebel T2i | EOS 50D | EOS 60D | EOS 7D |
| Style | Digital SLR | Digital SLR | Digital SLR | Digital SLR |
| Megapixels | 18.0 | 15.1 | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| LCD Screen | 3.0-inch TFT color, liquid-crystal monitor, 1,040,000 dots | 3 inch, Approx. 920,000 dots (VGA) | 3.0" TFT color, liquid-crystal monitor | 3.0" TFT LCD, 920,000 dots |
| Memory Cards | SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC Memory Card | CF Card Type I and II, UDMA-compliant CF cards, via external media (USB v.2.0 hard drive, via optional Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E3A) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, via external media (USB v.2.0 hard drive, or via Wireless LAN (Eye-Fi card*)) | CF Card Type I and II, UDMA-compliant CF cards, via external media (USB v.2.0 hard drive, via optional Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E5A) |
| Resolution | (1) Large/Fine: Approx. 6.4MB (5184 x 3456 pixels) (2) Large/Normal: Approx. 3.2MB (5184 x 3456 pixels) (3) Medium/Fine: Approx. 3.4MB (3456 x 2304 pixels) (4) Medium/Normal: Approx. 1.7MB (3456 x 230 | (1) Large/Fine: Approx. 5.0MB (4752 x 3168 pixels) (2) Large/Nomal: Approx. 2.5MB (4752 x 3168 pixels) | 1. Large/Fine: Approx. 17.90 Megapixels (5184 x 3456) 2. Medium/Fine: Approx. 8.00 Megapixels (3456 x 2304) 3. Small 1/Normal: Approx. 4.50 Megapixels (2592 x 1728) 4. Small 2/Fine: Approx. 2.50M | (1) Large: Approx. 17.90 Megapixels (5,184 x 3,456) (2) Medium: Approx. 8.00 Megapixels (3,456 x 2,304) (3) Small: Approx. 4.50 Megapixels (2,592 x 1,728) (4) RAW: Approx. 17.90 Megapixels (5,184 x 3, |
| File Formats | Still: JPEG, RAW (14-bit, Canon original), RAW+JPEG Video: MOV (Image data: H.264, Audio: Linear PCM) | JPEG, RAW (14-bit, Canon original), sRAW, RAW+JPEG | Still: JPEG, RAW, sRAW, mRAW, RAW+JPEG Video: MOV (Image data: H.264, Audio: Linear PCM) | Still: JPEG, RAW (14-bit, Canon original), sRAW, mRAW, RAW+JPEG Video: MOV (Image data: H.264, Audio: Linear PCM) |
| Focal Length | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Shutter Speed | 1/4000 sec. to 1/60 sec., X-sync at 1/200 sec. 1/4000 sec. to 30 sec., bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode) | 30 to 1/8000 seconds + bulb | 1/8000 to 1/60 sec., X-sync at 1/250 sec. 1/8000 to 30 sec., bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode) | 1/8000 to 1/60 sec., X-sync at 1/250 sec. 1/8000 to 30 sec., bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode) |
| Aperture | F1.0 - F91 (0.3 EV steps), Actual aperture range depends on lens used | N/A | F1.0 - F91 (0.3 EV steps), Actual aperture range depends on lens used | F1.0 - F91 (0.3 EV steps), Actual aperture range depends on lens used |
| ISO Sensitivity | ISO 100~6400 (in 1-stop increments), H: 12800 Basic Zone modes: ISO 100~3200 set automatically | Auto (100-1600), 100-3200 (in 1/3-stop or whole stop increments) | ISO 100 - 6400 (in 1/3-stop or whole-stop increments) - ISO 12800 can be enabled with a Custom Function | Automatically set, ISO 100-6400 (in 1/3-stop or 1-stop increments) Basic Zone modes: ISO 100-3200 set automatically Extension settable (with C.Fn.I 3-1): ISO 12800 High Tone Priority settable: ISO 200 |
| White Balance Settings | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash, Custom | AWB, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, White Fluorescent light, Flash, Custom, Colour Temperature Setting. | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Flash, Custom, Color Temperature setting | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash, Custom |
| Flash Modes | Auto pop-up E-TTL II auto flash, Guide number approx 13, Modes: Auto, Manual Flash On/ Off, Red-Eye Reduction, X-Sync: 1/200 sec, Flash exposure compensation: +/-2.0 EV (0.3 or 0.5 EV steps), Coverage | Auto, Flash On, Flash Off, Red Eye Reduction | Auto pop-up, retractable, built-in flash in the pentaprism | Auto pop-up E-TTL II auto flash, Guide number approx 13, Modes: Auto, Manual Flash On/ Off, Red-Eye Reduction, X-Sync: 1/200 sec, Flash exposure compensation: +/-2.0 EV (0.3 or 0.5 EV steps), Coverage |
| Flash Range | N/A | 13m | N/A | N/A |
| Shooting Modes | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Flash, Custom | Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night Portrait | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Flash, Custom, Color Temperature setting | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Flash, Custom, Color Temperature setting |
| Maximum Movie Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD): 30p (29.97) / 24p (23.976) / 25p, 1280 x 720: 60p (59.94) / 50p, 640 x 480 (SD): 60p (59.94) / 50p), Movie Crop recording in 640 x 480 | N/A | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD): 30p (29.97) / 24p (23.976) / 25p, 1280 x 720: 60p (59.94) / 50p, 640 x 480 (SD): 60p (59.94) / 50p), Movie Crop recording in 640 x 480 | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD): 30p (29.97) / 24p (23.976) / 25p, 1280 x 720: 60p (59.94) / 50p, 640 x 480 (SD): 60p (59.94) / 50p), Movie Crop recording in 640 x 480 |
| Maximum Movie Frames Per Second | MOV (image data: H.264; audio: Linear PCM (with internal mic: monaural, with external mic: stereo)) | N/A | MOV (image data: H.264; audio: Linear PCM (with internal mic: monaural, with external mic: stereo)) | MOV (image data: H.264; audio: Linear PCM (with internal mic: monaural, with external mic: stereo)) |
| Maximum Movie Duration | Up to 29 min 59 sec (or max file size 4 GB) | N/A | Up to 29 min 59 sec (or max file size 4 GB) | Up to 29 min 59 sec (or max file size 4 GB) |
| Macro Focus | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Metering | 63-zone TTL full-aperture metering: Evaluative metering (linkable to any AF point), Partial metering (approx. 9% of viewfinder at center), Spot metering (approx. 4% of viewfinder at center), Center-weighted average metering | 35-zone TTL full-aperture metering: Evaluative metering (linkable to any AF point), Partial metering (approx. 9% of viewfinder at center), Spot metering (approx. 3.8% of viewfinder at center), Center-weighted average metering | Max. aperture TTL metering with 63-zone SPC with the following selectable modes: Evaluative metering (linkable to all AF points) Partial metering (approx. 6.5% of viewfinder at center) Spot metering (approx. 2.8% of viewfinder at center) Center-Weighted average metering | 63-zone TTL full-aperture metering: Evaluative metering (linkable to any AF point), Partial metering (approx. 9% of viewfinder at center), Spot metering (approx. 4% of viewfinder at center), Center-weighted average metering |
| Image Stabilization | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Self Timer | 10-sec. or 2-sec. delay or 10-sec. delay plus continuous shooting | 10 seconds or 2 seconds | 10-sec. or 2-sec. delay (self-timer/remote control) | 10-sec. or 2-sec. delay |
| Video Out (TV Playback) | Video out (PAL / NTSC) (integrated with USB terminal *), HDMI Type C *, E3 type wired remote control | (1) Video OUT terminal: NTSC/PAL selectable (2) HDMI mini OUT terminal | Video out (PAL / NTSC) (integrated with USB terminal *), HDMI Type C *, E3 type wired remote control | Video out (PAL / NTSC) (integrated with USB terminal *), HDMI Type C *, E3 type wired remote control |
| Batteries | Lithium-Ion LP-E8 rechargeable battery | One Battery Pack BP-511A | One Battery Pack LP-E6 | Lithium-Ion LP-E8 rechargeable battery |
| Dimensions | 128.8 x 97.5 x 75.3mm | 145.5 x 107.8 x 73.5mm | 5.69 x 4.17 x 3.09 in./144.5 x 105.8 x 78.6mm | 148.2 x 110.7 x 73.5mm |
| Weight | 530g | 730g | 675g / 23.8 oz | 820g |
| Release Date | 2010-02-08 | 2008-08-26 | 2010-08-26 | 2009-09-01 |
Photo Album: Canon Announces EOS 60D DSLR Camera With 3-inch Vari-Angle Clear View LCD
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Canon EOS 60D Camera Reviews Roundup
| PhotographyBay: "The Canon 60D, to me, is a great camera for the enthusiast. Even though it loses a bit of the "pro" feel, as noted above, it still offers a lot for the experienced user to carry around as a casual camera. This is particularly true for those who plan on using it for capturing HD video alongside still images. And really, I wouldn't hesitate to do portraits or a wedding with the 60D and some..." - May 03 2011 More » | |
| TechRadar: "With its similar 18Mp sensor, DIGIC 4 image processor and iFCL metering system (see below), you'd expect the 60D's image quality to be pretty much the same as from the cheaper 550D. Indeed, we tested the 60D throughout a range of lighting conditions and found the results to be all but indistinguishable. The only notable difference was that the 60D produced slightly smoother, less noisy images at high ISO settings, a..." - Mar 01 2011 More » | |
| RegHardware: "I was surprised by the image quality of this camera, especially in light of the extra pixels squeezed onto the sensor. The picture results are outstanding for this class of camera, with rich colour reproduction, smooth tonal gradation and impressive low-light performance. The 60D has a native ISO range of between 100-6400, extendable to 12800. There is virtually no visible noise at all speeds up to 800 ISO. Fro..." - Feb 17 2011 More » | |
| BJOP: "The 60D sensor output - from the quality of its AA filter through to processing - matches the 7D rather than the 550D. I found results a touch soft, even with three excellent lenses (17mm f/4 TS-E, 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM, and 100mm f/2.8 L IS Macro). The pixels of the Canon sensor are packed around 12 percent more densely in linear terms than a 16-megapixel Nikon sensor, and in pixels per square millimetre, the Canon..." - Feb 12 2011 More » |
Canon EOS 60D Reviews Roundup [Total 33 Reviews] »
Canon EOS 60D Camera Recent User Reviews
Amazing camera, Raul Civiello - Jun 14 2013
If you are like me (I mean an amateur photographer with some knowledge) this is the perfect camera for you. For some reason I started to explore the photography world with the Canon series. Is that kind of decision in which luck prevails over reason. Let's face it: either Nikon or Canon can give you the best image experience (i'm just mentioning the two major competitor...
Canon 60D, Jack M. Vosburgh "Videomaster" - Jun 14 2013
Excellent Camera! Would recommend it to any Professional Photographer. Great Quality Prints & Files. Works Perfectly with all my Existing Canon Lenses. And a Great Price at Amazon!...
Cool!, Lusine Paravyan "Moon" - Jun 14 2013
I loved 60D. It's a good choice for new professionals in photography. It's light and full of functions. <3. Love it~...
Amazing Camera, Sean Jordan - Jun 14 2013
I've been using a Nikon d90 for the past year.I can say this is a great camera. The picture is crisp, the sound is great, the video is fluid. I have read a lot online and decided to go with the Canon EOS 60D. This camera is excellent. Starting out in fully programmed mode, it takes great pictures with no effort at all. Starting to experiment with Aperture Priority and Manual mode is m...
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