The original Canon EOS 6D saw the birth of a new breed of camera – one that introduced T beginner, enthusiast and amateur photographers to the idea of an accessible full-frame system. For those of us who baulk at the idea of spending thousands on pro or semi-pro systems, the 6D offered an affordable alternative, and one that drew positive recognition from the industry and the photography community. The Canon EOS 6D Mark II looks to update the original 6D with a far more modern specification list, and although the Mark II is in itself a few years old now, it’s still a relevant and worthwhile consideration for many of us looking to get more serious about our picture taking.
Although there are some compromises to be made, the price alone makes the 6D Mark II an appealing prospect. As time marches on, the Canon EOS 6D Mark II finds itself sitting in an increasingly competitive market, so we’ll see if it still matches up to modern-day demands by reviewing its design, functionality and image-taking abilities. It still sits among our best cameras for astrophotography, especially as the price is relatively competitive.
First things first, out of the box the Canon EOS 6D Mark II is noticeably heavier and bulkier if you’re used to a compact or crop-sensor body. Although it’s weatherproofed, we thought the slightly plastic feel of the body itself was disappointing, but like many Canon products we were pleased to see well-rounded edges, a good hand grip and nicely rounded buttons. Overall, ergonomically the camera is easy to use, fits into the hand nicely and provides easy access to most controls.