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Canon Announces M6 Mirrorless, New EVF
15 February 2017
Canon has announced its M6 mirrorless camera featuring a 24.2-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, a DIGIC 7 image processor and Dual Pixel CMOS AF speed. the company also announced its EVF-DC2, a high-performance electronic viewfinder for the M6 with 2.36 million dots.
"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."
HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights of the M6 include:
- Fast, accurate dual pixel CMOS AF with phase-detection
- 24.2-,egapixel CMOS APS-C Sensor
- High-speed continuous shooting at up to 7.0 frames per second
- DIGIC 7 image processor
- ISO 100 to 25,600
- Full HD 60p
- Combination IS with five-axis image stabilization
- Built-in WiFi, NFC and Bluetooth
- Intuitive touch screen, 3.0-inch tilt-type LCD
- Five functional dials
- Compatible with EF, EF-S and EF-M lenses
- Compatible with select EOS system accessories
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the M6 include:
CANON M6 SPECIFICATIONS Sensor 24.2-Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
1.6x crop factorBit Depth 14-bit Lens Mount Canon EF-M Storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Dust Reduction Yes Image Stablization Ditigal, Five-Way Monitor 3.0-inch rar touchscreen tilting LCD
1,040,000 pixelsShutter 30 to 1/4,000 second Frame Rate Up to 9 fps at 24.2-Mp for up to 17 Raw frames
Up to 9 fps at 24.2-Mp for up to 26 JPEG framesISO 100 to 6400 with extended mode 25,600 Autofocus With 49 phase detection points Live View Yes Flash Built-in eTTL flash
Guide No. 16.4 feet at ISO 100
Hot shoe
Maximum sync speed: 1/200 secondsMovie 1920 x 1080p at 59.94 fps (35 Mbps MP4 via H.264)
1920 x 1080p at 23.98, 29.97 fps (24 Mbps MP4 via H.264)
1280 x 720p at 59.94 fps (16 Mbps MP4 via H.264)
640 x 480p at 29.97 fps (3 Mbps MP4 via H.264)
4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios
Clip length to 29:59
Built-in mic, external micConnectivity WiFi, NFC, Bluetooth
HDMI D (micro), Micro-USBPower LP-E17 rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack
7.2 VDC, 1040 mAhDimensions 4.4 x 2.7 x 1.8 inches Weight 13.76 oz. with battery and memory card Specifications for the 15-45mm kit lens include:
CANON 15-45mm KIT LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon EF-M Focal Length 15-45mm
24-72mm 35mm equivalentAperture Maximum: f3.5-6.3 Angle of View 84°30' to 33°40' Minimum Focus 9.84 inches Optical Design 10 elements in 9 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 49mm Dimensions 2.40 x 1.75 inches Weight 4.59 oz. Specifications for the 18-150mm kit lens include:
CANON 18-150mm KIT LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon EF-M Focal Length 18-150mm
28.8-240mm 35mm equivalentAperture Maximum: f3.5-6.3 Angle of View 74°20' to 27°50' Minimum Focus 9.84 iches Magnification 0.31x Optical Design 17 elements in 13 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 55mm Dimensions 2.40 x 3.41 inches Weight 10.58 oz. 
PRICE, AVAILABILITY
Canon said the M6 will be available in both black and silver models in April for $779.99 for the body only.
- Adorama pre-orders for the black and silver body-only options
- B&H pre-orders for the black or silver body-only options.
It will also be sold with the EF-M 15-45mm/F3.5-6.3 IS STM zoom kit lens for $899.99 or with the EF-M 18-150mm f3.5-6.3 IS STM lens for $1,279.99.
Adorama pre-order links for the M6 with kit lens options include:
B&H pre-order links for the M6 with kit lens options include:
The EVC-DC2 viewfinder pre-order links include:
For more information see the release below or visit http://usa.canon.com/eosm6.
New Canon EOS M6 Digital Camera Adds Powerful Performance to EOS M Series
EOS M6 Camera Fuses Outstanding Image Quality, Dual Pixel CMOS AF and Improved Manual Control in a Small and Lightweight Digital Camera Body
MELVILLE, N.Y. -- Designed with the advanced enthusiast photographer in mind, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, has announced the latest addition to its EOS M series -- the Canon EOS M6 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera; and a high performance External Electronic Viewfinder -- 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.
"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."
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, 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:
- Fast, accurate dual pixel CMOS AF with phase-detection
- 24.2-,egapixel CMOS APS-C Sensor
- High-speed continuous shooting at up to 7.0 frames per second
- DIGIC 7 image processor
- ISO 100 to 25,600
- Full HD 60p
- Combination IS with five-axis image stabilization
- Built-in WiFi, NFC and Bluetooth
- Intuitive touch screen, 3.0-inch tilt-type LCD
- Five functional dials
- Compatible with EF, EF-S and EF-M lenses
- Compatible with select EOS system accessories
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.
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.
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 shop.usa.canon.com in April, for an estimated retail price of $779.99 for the body only. 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 and with the EF-M 18-150mm f3.5-6.3 IS STM lens for an estimated retail price of $1,279.99, scheduled to be available April. For more information please visit, http://usa.canon.com/eosm6.
Optional Electronic Viewfinder EVF-DC2
The optional Electronic Viewfinder 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 WiFi, NFC and Bluetooth capability that can maintain a smooth constant connection with compatible smartphones or tablets when using the Canon Camera Connect App.
CS100 Firmware Update
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 wirelessly. Canon is also announcing today a firmware update to the Canon Connect Station CS100 and mobile application. The firmware update includes the following improvements:
- Compatibility for select Canon and non-Canon cameras, with a wider range of supported file formats
- Support for video playback of computer-edited movies
- Improved smartphone connectivity and compatibility
For more information about the Canon Connect Station firmware update, please visit usa.canon.com/cs100mobile.
To learn more about the EOS M6 visit http://usa.canon.com/eosm6.