Canon Announces the EOS M6

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<p><em>EOS M6 Camera Fuses Outstanding Image Quality, Dual Pixel CMOS AF and Improved Manual Control in a Small and Lightweight Digital Camera Body</em></p>
<p><strong>MELVILLE, N.Y., February 14, 2017 – </strong>Designed with the advanced enthusiast photographer in mind, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the latest addition to its EOS M series – the Canon EOS M6 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera; and a high performance External Electronic View Finder – the EVF-DC2, with approximately 2.36 million dots. For photographers who demand premium performance, the new EOS M6 Camera features the company’s 24.2 Megapixel APS-C CMOS image sensor able to capture sharp, high-resolution images even in low-light situations, its most advanced image processor, DIGIC 7, and super-fast Dual Pixel CMOS AF speed, enabling photographers to capture clear, sharp, high-resolution images and Full HD videos.</p>

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<p>“The new Canon EOS M6 Camera and optional EVF-DC2 are ideal for expert and advanced amateur photographers looking for an easy, take-anywhere camera as well as a great choice for passionate image creators wanting to step-up to produce high-quality images and videos that are easily shareable,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, president and COO, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “It is with great passion that Canon continues to deliver variety to image makers across all skill levels and professional needs.”</p>
<p>Advanced photographers will find everything they need at their fingertips, with intuitive DSLR-like dials and control, as well as access to the entire lineup of Canon EF, EF-S and EF-M interchangeable lenses<sup class="green">1</sup>, all in a compact, camera body to take with them wherever they go. Additional advanced EOS camera technologies built into the EOS M6 camera include:</p>
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<li>Fast & Accurate Dual Pixel CMOS AF with Phase-detection</li>
<li>24.2 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) Sensor</li>
<li>High-speed Continuous Shooting at up to 7.0 frames per second (fps) (up to 9.0 fps with AF Lock)</li>
<li>DIGIC 7 Image Processor, ISO 100–25600</li>
<li>Full HD 60p</li>
<li>Combination IS with five-axis Image Stabilization*</li>
<li>Built-in Wi-Fi®<sup class="green">2</sup>, NFC<sup class="green">3</sup> and Bluetooth®<sup class="green">4</sup> technology</li>
<li>Intuitive Touch Screen, 3.0-inch Tilt-type LCD</li>
<li>Control & Customize with Five Functional Dials</li>
<li>Compatible with EF<sup class="green">1</sup>, EF-S<sup class="green">1</sup> and EF-M Lenses & select EOS System Accessories</li>
</ul>
<p>The Canon EOS M6 features an in-camera five-axis digital image stabilization to help reduce camera shake when shooting videos. When shooting with a compatible lens featuring IS the EOS M6 will leverage both the optical IS in the lens as well as the in-camera digital IS through a Combination IS system, to help deliver tremendously smooth videos.</p>
<p>Usability has been improved from the previous model with separate controls on top of the camera body for mode and exposure compensation plus the controller wheel on the back to cycle through menus and additional in-camera features professional photographers are used to accessing. The three-inch touch screen tilts approximately 180 degrees up and 45 degrees down for easy use when surfing the menus, composing an image, viewing images and videos or even taking a selfie.</p>
<p>The new Canon EOS M6 Camera is scheduled to be available in both black and silver models through authorized Canon dealers or through the Canon Online store at http://shop.usa.canon.com/ in April 2017, for an estimated retail price of $779.99 for the body only<sup class="green">**</sup>. It will also be sold as part of body-and-lens kits with EF-M 15-45mm/F3.5-6.3 IS STM zoom kit lens with an estimated retail price of $899.99<sup class="green">**</sup>, and with the EF-M 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM lens for an estimated retail price of $1,279.99<sup class="green">**</sup>, scheduled to be available April 2017. For more information please visit, usa.canon.com/eosm6.</p>
<p><strong>Optional </strong><strong>Electronic View Finder EVF-DC2</strong></p>
<p>The optional Electronic View Finder EVF-DC2 is both smaller and lighter than the previous model and provides high-performance viewing with approximately 2.36 million dots. Connectivity is very important to today’s photographers and the EOS M6 delivers built-in Wi-Fi®, NFC and Bluetooth® capability that can maintain a smooth constant connection with compatible smartphones or tablets when using the Canon Camera Connect App<sup class="green">2,3,4</sup>.</p>
<p><strong>CS100 Firmware Update</strong></p>
<p>The new EOS M6 is compatible with the Canon Connect Station CS100, a go-to-photo and video hub that allows family and friends a way to quickly and easily store, manage view and share unforgettable memorable moments wirelessly5. Canon is also announcing today a firmware update to the Canon Connect Station CS100 and mobile application. The firmware update includes the following improvements:</p>
<ul>
<li>Compatibility for select Canon and non-Canon cameras, with a wider range of supported file formats<sup class="green">6</sup></li>
<li>Support for video playback of computer-edited movies<sup class="green">7</sup></li>
<li>Improved smartphone connectivity and compatibility</li>
</ul>
<p>For more information about the Canon Connect Station firmware update, please visit usa.canon.com/cs100mobile.</p>
<p>To learn more about the EOS M6 visit usa.canon.com/eosm6.</p>
<p><strong>Preorder the Canon EOS M6</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Canon EOS M6 Body Black: <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1318278-REG/canon_eos_m6_mirrorless_digital.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="https://mpex.com/canon-eos-m6-mirrorless-digital-camera-body-only-black.html?acc=3">MPEX</a> | <a href="http://adorama.evyy.net/c/60085/51926/1036?u=https://www.adorama.com/ICAM6B.html">Adorama</a> | Amazon</li>
<li>Canon EOS M6 Body Silver: <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1318780-REG/canon_1725c001_eos_m6_mirrorless_camera.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="https://mpex.com/canon-eos-m6-mirrorless-digital-camera-body-only-silver.html?acc=3">MPEX</a> | <a href="http://adorama.evyy.net/c/60085/51926/1036?u=https://www.adorama.com/ICAM6S.html">Adorama</a> | <a href="http://amzn.to/2l6Lmax">Amazon</a></li>
<li>Canon EOS M6 w/15-45 IS STM Black: <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1318776-REG/canon_1724c011_eos_m6_mirrorless_camera.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="https://mpex.com/canon-eos-m6-mirrorless-digital-camera-with-15-45mm-lens-black.html?acc=3">MPEX</a> | <a href="http://adorama.evyy.net/c/60085/51926/1036?u=https://www.adorama.com/ICAM6BK1.html">Adorama</a> | <a href="http://amzn.to/2l6wloU">Amazon</a></li>
<li>Canon EOS M6 w/15-45 IS STM Silver: <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1318781-REG/canon_1725c011_eos_m6_mirrorless_camera.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="https://mpex.com/canon-eos-m6-mirrorless-digital-camera-with-15-45mm-lens-silver.html?acc=3">MPEX</a> | <a href="http://adorama.evyy.net/c/60085/51926/1036?u=https://www.adorama.com/ICAM6SK1.html">Adorama</a> | <a href="http://amzn.to/2kI8tHm">Amazon</a></li>
<li>Canon EOS M6 w/18-150 IS STM Black: <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1318778-REG/canon_1724c021_eos_m6_mirrorless_camera.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="https://mpex.com/canon-eos-m6-mirrorless-digital-camera-with-18-150mm-lens-black.html?acc=3">MPEX</a> | <a href="https://www.adorama.com/icam6bk1.html?kbid=64393">Adorama</a> | <a href="http://amzn.to/2l6wloU">Amazon</a></li>
<li>Canon EOS M6 w/18-150 IS STM Silver: <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1318783-REG/canon_1725c021_eos_m6_mirrorless_camera.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="https://mpex.com/canon-eos-m6-mirrorless-digital-camera-with-18-150mm-lens-silver.html?acc=3">MPEX</a> | <a href="https://www.adorama.com/icam6sk1.html?kbid=64393">Adorama</a> | <a href="http://amzn.to/2kI8tHm">Amazon</a></li>
</ul>
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If you buy an M6 (an M5 with no EVF) and then the additional EVF it's more expensive than the M5 which has a built in EVF.....because this makes sense.

So confused!

Yeah, you could just get the M5 then when you wanted a smaller rig, break off the built-in EVF. A chisel should do the trick. Then, you could reattach it with some silly putty when you wanted the EVF again.

Easy. Cheaper too!

;)

Oh, and maybe some people don't want an EVF. How does the cost compare in that case?
 
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Does this accept the Canon EVF-DC1 as a viewfinder?

That is a good question. If it can, it would mean you can choose between a viewfinder that tilts or a smaller, lighter viewfinder - and that wouldn't necessarily seem silly on Canon's part. DC2 may be an addition to range rather than replacement for DC1.
 
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jd7 said:
eosuser1234 said:
Does this accept the Canon EVF-DC1 as a viewfinder?

That is a good question. If it can, it would mean you can choose between a viewfinder that tilts or a smaller, lighter viewfinder - and that wouldn't seem silly on Canon's part.

The only silly thing in the EVF department is, that DC1 is ugly as hell and does not much fit the M6 design, especially the silver version ...
 
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jd7

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LSXPhotog said:
If you buy an M6 (an M5 with no EVF) and then the additional EVF it's more expensive than the M5 which has a built in EVF.....because this makes sense.

So confused!

Why are you confused? If you really want the viewfinder, you buy the M5.

My guess ...

If you don't want an EVF, M6 is your choice. And it's cheaper than M5.

If you want an EVF, many people will probably choose M5 and be happy with that.

If you want a detachable EVF, you will have a specific need/want in that regard, so Canon thinks it can probably extract a premium for it.

When you think about it that way, you could almost start to wonder if Canon is trying to make money :)
 
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Hmm, in comparison to M5, it has also a bit smaller - 3.0" vs 3.2", but much lower-res LCD - 1.04 vs 1.62 Mdots. Hopefully it's good/detailed enough for its size.

OK, if I calculate correctly and the screen aspect ratio is 3:2, it is 500 vs 590 PPI, which still seems to be more than enough ...
 
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LSXPhotog said:
If you buy an M6 (an M5 with no EVF) and then the additional EVF it's more expensive than the M5 which has a built in EVF.....

In the UK, M6+DC2 is marginally cheaper (£948) than current street price of M5 (£969)
But substantially cheaper than the launch price of the M5 (£1049) which a lot of retailers are still charging (even Amazon).

The M5 in the UK comes with the 'free' EF lens adaptor.
The M6 does not.
 
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some people do own EVF-DC1 already. it is a very valid question, whether it will work on M6 or not. And DC1 tilts, DC2 does not. Also, used DC1 in mint condition can be bought around 125 Euro where i live ...

CR guy - maybe you can confirm with Canon and/or your sources, whether or not DC1 also works on M6. please, thx?!

Now that the camera is officially announced by Canon, why don't you just ask Canon this question. then you have the information from the most reliable source one can think of? They should be able to answer this. Everyone else can't say this without a manual or the camera itself.

Frank
 
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Photorex said:
AvTvM said:
some people do own EVF-DC1 already. it is a very valid question, whether it will work on M6 or not. And DC1 tilts, DC2 does not. Also, used DC1 in mint condition can be bought around 125 Euro where i live ...

CR guy - maybe you can confirm with Canon and/or your sources, whether or not DC1 also works on M6. please, thx?!

Now that the camera is officially announced by Canon, why don't you just ask Canon this question. then you have the information from the most reliable source one can think of? They should be able to answer this. Everyone else can't say this without a manual or the camera itself.

Frank

According to The Imaging Resource, the DC1 also works on the M6
 
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lw

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AvTvM said:
some people do own EVF-DC1 already. it is a very valid question, whether it will work on M6 or not. And DC1 tilts, DC2 does not. Also, used DC1 in mint condition can be bought around 125 Euro where i live ...

CR guy - maybe you can confirm with Canon and/or your sources, whether or not DC1 also works on M6. please, thx?!

Now that the camera is officially announced by Canon, why don't you just ask Canon this question. then you have the information from the most reliable source one can think of? They should be able to answer this. Everyone else can't say this without a manual or the camera itself.

Frank

The M6 spec sheet says it does

  • Optional Electronic Viewfinder EVF-DC1, EVF-DC2

Note some caveats

With EVF-DC2:

Customisable and toggle via INFO. Button
(1) Liveview image with exposure info
(2) Liveview image with basic info
(3) Liveview image with full info

Customisable settings:
Shooting Info, Grid overlay (x3 formats), Histogram (Brightness/ RGB), Electronic Level, Aspect Ratio
 
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lw said:
Photorex said:
AvTvM said:
some people do own EVF-DC1 already. it is a very valid question, whether it will work on M6 or not. And DC1 tilts, DC2 does not. Also, used DC1 in mint condition can be bought around 125 Euro where i live ...

CR guy - maybe you can confirm with Canon and/or your sources, whether or not DC1 also works on M6. please, thx?!

Now that the camera is officially announced by Canon, why don't you just ask Canon this question. then you have the information from the most reliable source one can think of? They should be able to answer this. Everyone else can't say this without a manual or the camera itself.

Frank

The M6 spec sheet says it does

  • Optional Electronic Viewfinder EVF-DC1, EVF-DC2

Note some caveats

With EVF-DC2:

Customisable and toggle via INFO. Button
(1) Liveview image with exposure info
(2) Liveview image with basic info
(3) Liveview image with full info

Customisable settings:
Shooting Info, Grid overlay (x3 formats), Histogram (Brightness/ RGB), Electronic Level, Aspect Ratio

that was all available on the M3 and DC1. it's probably not EVF dependent.
 
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