Canon EOS 60D Digital SLR Camera Body

Building upon the success of the 50D, the Canon EOS 60D Digital SLR Camera Body slots in to the mid-range of Canon Digital SLRs and is aimed for the enthusiast photographers. The 60D is a lighter version of its predecessor with a smaller, lighter build due to its aluminium and plastic body. The Canon 60D boasts an 18 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor and a DIGIC 4 processor which is capable of ...

The Key Features of the Canon 60D

• Ideal for users looking to upgrade from their beginner SLR or digital compact camera
• Great for enthusiasts looking for more control over their stills and videos
• 18 MP APS-C CMOS sensor
• Advanced creative features
• Vari-angle 7.7cm (3.0”) 3:2 ratio LCD
• Full HD movie recording
• DIGIC 4 Processor
• ISO 100-6400, H:12800
• Up to 5.3fps shooting for up to 58 JPEGs
• 9-point cross type AF System
• iFCL metering with 63-zone Dual-layer Sensor
• Lens compatibility: No lens is included with this body only version. The Canon EOS 60D features a cropped APS-C sensor and is compatible with both Canon’s EF-S and EF lenses. The Canon EOS 60D will also take Sigma’s DC/DG and Tamron’s Di/Di II lenses.

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Ideal for those who want to create large, poster-size prints – or crop images without losing any of the detail necessary for printing – EOS 60D’s 18MP CMOS sensor is outstanding in low light, and produces images with incredibly low noise.

Use your imagination to enhance your stills with a range of creative filters such as toy camera effect or soft focus. These filters can be applied to RAW and JPEG images giving you creative control after the shot has been taken. Basic+ allows you to apply a creative ambience, when shooting in the Basic modes, giving you creative control without extensive photographic knowledge.

Perform detailed checks on images and video or shoot unique or awkward angles with a 7.7cm (3.0”) 3:2 Clear View LCD screen, which features an ultra-high 1,040,000 dots for increased clarity. Switch to Live View mode and use real-time visual feed to help capture the best angle.

The EOS 60D combines exceptional still shooting with the ability to shoot Full HD (1080p) video. To satisfy your creativity the EOS 60D features full manual control and selectable frame rates. You can also shoot high speed 50/60fps movies at 720P for when the action is really fast. An HDMI connection allows High Definition playback of footage and images on any HDTV. With HDMI enabled TV sets playback can be controlled using the remote control.

Canon’s DIGIC 4 processor works with the CMOS sensor to deliver 14-bit image processing, for smooth gradations and natural looking colours. DIGIC 4 also powers advanced Noise Reduction when shooting at higher ISO speeds, plus split-second start-up times and near-instant image review after shooting.

When light levels fall, the EOS 60D offers an ISO range of up to 6400 – expandable to 12800 for those environments where using flash is undesirable.

A 63-zone dual layer metering sensor analyses Focus, Colour and Luminance information, providing accurate and consistent metering.

Accessible using a dedicated button it provides easy access to commonly used functions, ensuring that you are ready to take the shot as it happens.

The EOS 60D is compatible with Canon’s full range of EF and EF-S lenses and EX-series Speedlites.