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【For Immediate Release】
14 July, 2017
Canon New EOS 6D Mark II Full-Frame DSLR Camera The World’s Lightest1 Full-Frame Camera with Vari-Angle Touch Monitor, Improved Resolution and AF Performance To Offer New Perspective on High-Quality Travel Photography Canon today proudly announces the new EOS 6D Mark II, the world’s lightest1 full frame DSLR camera equipped with a vari-angle touch LCD monitor. Inheriting the acclaimed features such as compactness, high image quality and superior shooting capabilities from the predecessor EOS 6D, EOS 6D Mark II shows all-rounded improvement in resolution, AF performance and compositional flexibility with the inclusion of a new 26.2-megapixel Canon full-frame CMOS sensor, an improved and leading standard ISO range from ISO 100-40000, the renowned45-point all crosstype AF system and “Dual Pixel CMOS AF” (DAF) technology that further enhance focusing capability for both viewfinder and Live View shooting. The movie shooting function of EOS 6D Mark II is also enhanced with the support of 50p/59.94p Full HD EOS Movie and new 4K UHD Time-lapse movie. Coupled with other travel-friendly features such as built-in Wi-Fi/NFC connectivity, Bluetooth® low energy technology for easy constant connection and an improved GPS function, EOS 6D Mark II makes the perfect travel companion for photo enthusiasts demanding high image quality and expanded creativity expressions. The World’s Lightest1 Full-Frame DSLR Camera with Vari-Angle LCD Monitor for Flexible Framing Being the world’s lightest1 full-frame DSLR camera equipped with a vari-angle touch LCD monitor at a weight of only 685g (body only), EOS 6D Mark II provides high mobility and shooting flexibility to travel enthusiasts and outdoor users to explore the world with high-quality imagery. EOS 6D Mark II is also the first EOS full-frame camera that features a 3-inch 1.04M-dot vari-angle Clear View II LCD monitor with touch screen function, opening up new perspective to frame much more flexibly from high or low angles or explore other creative angles. It also offers extra convenience for taking self-portraits. With Touch Shutter function supported during Live View mode and easy access to different camera settings via touch operation, the monitor provides users with a more convenient and intuitive experience in shooting, image playback and setting change.
New 26.2-Megapixel Full-Frame Sensor and DIGIC 7 Supporting Standard ISO Speed Up to ISO 40000 EOS 6D Mark II features a newly developed 26.2-megapixel Canon full-frame CMOS sensor that utilizes new finer manufacturing process and circuitry design to bring higher image quality, dynamic range and ISO sensitivity. Coupled with the latest DIGIC 7 digital image processor, images are rendered with the finest details in rich tones at the highest level of precision. Thanks to the outstanding image processing system, a wide standard ISO range of ISO 100-40000 (expandable to ISO 50 (L), ISO 51200 (H1) and ISO 102400 (H2)) that comparable to flagship models is supported to facilitate shooting in low-light environment and various in- and outdoor travel scenes. In-camera "Distortion Correction" and "Diffraction Correction" are also newly added to correct lens distortion. With correction data for all supported lens already incorporated2 in the camera, excellent images can be achieved right from the camera. In addition, EOS 6D Mark II adopts a 7,560-pixel RGB+IR metering sensor with 63zone metering. By detecting Red (R), Green (G), Blue (B) and near-infrared light (NIR) information, more consistent metering result can be achieved. The RGB and NIR information from the metering sensor also enables the "EOS Scene Detection System" to achieve more accurate Auto Exposure, Auto Lighting Optimizer and Auto White Balance results. To facilitate easy creation of high-quality creative images, EOS 6D Mark II offers a range of useful features to choose from. These include a “Fine Detail” Picture Style that emphasizes fine edges and material textures, new selectable Auto (Ambience Priority) and Auto (White Priority) settings under Auto White Balance and up to 12 SCN Special Scene modes including the new “Panning” and “Group Photo” modes. Two Advanced AF Systems to Accommodate Different Scenes and Subjects EOS 6D Mark II incorporates two advanced AF systems to realize fast and accurate AF performance for both optical viewfinder and Live View shooting – with the former favorable for capturing fast action and the latter good for users requiring versatile framing and instant preview. When shooting with optical viewfinder, the camera’s renowned 45-point3 all cross-type AF system brings expanded AF coverage and precision by featuring a f/2.8 compatible high precision dual-cross center AF point that supports low-light conditions down to EV -34. When shooting with extender making the lens’ maximum aperture stopped down to f/8, it still provides a maximum of 27 AF points3, in which 9 of them3 are cross-type AF points, bringing greater flexibility in tele-photography. Five AF Area Selection modes including "Large Zone AF" are available to accommodate different subjects and scenes, and high-precision AF tracking is ensured with the adoption of AI Servo AF II algorithm, various AF custom functions and “Color Tone Detection AF”5 powered by the 7,560-pixel
RGB+IR metering sensor which supports priority focusing to skin tone detected under One Shot AF as well as Color Tracking AF during AI SERVO AF. Furthermore, EOS 6D Mark II supports 6.5 FPS high-speed continuous shooting and 3.0 FPS low-speed continuous shooting to facilitate capture of the best moment. For better image quality, a new Mirror Vibration Control System (MVCS) is featured to suppress negative effects on image quality due to mirror motion, while an Anti-Flicker Shooting function ensures more consistent exposure and color when shooting under flickering light source such as fluorescent light. When shooting in Live View mode, the camera’s ”Dual Pixel CMOS AF” (DAF) technology that supports AF operation at low-light conditions down to EV-2.5 can ensure fast and accurate AF. Easy and intuitive shooting operation can be enjoyed simply by touching the vari-angle LCD monitor to focus and shoot. DAF supports 3 types of AF modes, including [Face + Tracking] useful for portraits, [Live 1-Point AF] that sets a single focal position and [Smooth Zone AF] for selecting AF points across a wide area. With DAF available throughout 80% of the frame area in horizontal and vertical directions, moving subjects of different topics and at any position in the frame can be captured as desired. A maximum continuous shooting speed of 4 FPS with SERVO AF function is supported in Live View mode, bringing enhanced operability when dealing with moving subjects. Built-in Wi-Fi / NFC / Bluetooth and GPS for Convenient Remote Shooting, Sharing and Record of Locations EOS 6D Mark II offers multiple wireless connection options to facilitate remote shooting as well as easy image sharing on the road. A built-in IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi and NFC function are available for easy connection to smart device, Connect Station CS100, EOS Utility etc. With “Camera Connect” application, remote Live View shooting and movie shooting from smart device are possible, while images or MP4 movies can also be viewed and saved to the device. With NFC chip embedded on the side of the camera, NFC connection is possible even when Battery Grip BG-E21 is attached. Furthermore, the newly supported Bluetooth® low energy technology can sustain connection between the camera and compatible smart devices6 over a long period at low power consumption. Easy switching from Bluetooth constant connection to Wi-Fi connection is supported to perform various wireless remote functions such as shooting, image viewing and transfer. Bluetooth® low energy technology also supports the use of Wireless Remote Controller BR-E1 for remote shooting from any direction within 5m from the camera7. In addition, an improved GPS receiver is included for geotagging images. It supports 3 satellite systems including America GPS, Russia GLONASS and Japan QZSS for enhanced positioning accuracy and GPS logger function to allow easy record of shooting routes, which is especially useful when shooting abroad or in the field. Two
GPS settings are now available for selection, with “Mode 1” keeping the camera to receive GPS signals continuously and “Mode 2” turning on/off the GPS function together with the camera, providing users with the options to choose from according to needs for higher energy efficiency. Reliable Operability Inherited from Professional EOS Models for Outdoor Shooting with Confidence EOS 6D Mark II is designed to provide superior and reliable operation under various shooting environments. A bright optical viewfinder with approximately 98% coverage and 0.71x magnification is equipped, supporting “Intelligent Viewfinder II” with ondemand dual-axis electronic level, gridline, aspect ratio and various shooting function display such as white balance, drive mode, AF operation and metering mode so that users can concentrate on the viewfinder for shooting and composition. The built-in dual-axis electronic level which can be shown on the viewfinder or LCD monitor can facilitate horizontal leveling to guarantee perfect composition for architectural and landscape shots. Other built-in functions also include "Interval Timer" and "Bulb Timer" for time-lapse and long exposure shooting, “Silent Single Shooting” and “Silent Continuous Shooting” at 3 FPS for shooting in quiet environment. Ideal for outdoor shooting, the compact and robust EOS 6D Mark II features an improved dust and water resistance design8 to give users extra peace of mind. It also features a shutter unit with 100,000-cycle durability9 to ensure reliable camera performance under the tough outdoor environment. The ability to take up to 1,200 shots with viewfinder on a fully charged battery enables prolonged shooting. The camera also supports SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card (compatible with UHS-I Speed Class 3 standard) for expanded recording capacity and compatibility. Enjoy Creative Movie Shooting with Dual Pixel CMOS AF and 4K UHD TimeLapse Movie In addition to a huge leap in photo-taking capability, the EOS Movie function of EOS 6D Mark II is also greatly enhanced. The support of “Dual Pixel CMOS AF” (DAF) provides smooth and precise Movie Servo AF, while "Custom Movie Servo AF”10 allows customization of AF characteristics during movie shooting to help create cinematic focusing effect. EOS 6D Mark II supports 50p/59.94p Full HD EOS Movie in MP4 format, with IPB (Standard) and IPB (Light) movie compression methods available to facilitate easy movie sharing via smart devices. With the new Movie Digital Image Stabilization (IS)11 function that supports digital 5-axis IS to reduce camera shakes when shooting hand-held movies, users can enjoy a hassle-free movie shooting experience by knowing that high-quality, steady images are right at the fingertips.
To help users fully unleash the power of movie creation, EOS 6D Mark II features a new 4K UHD Time-lapse movie function12 for easy capture of stunning star trail or day-to-night cityscape time-lapse video in ultra-high 4K resolution. Exposure can be fixed at the first frame or adjusted according to the scene brightness of each frame, making settings a lot easier for different topics. An in-camera Full HD HDR (High Dynamic Range) Movie13 shooting which can retain details in highlight when shooting in high-contrast scenes is also included. New Dedicated Battery Grip BG-E21 for High-Volume Shooting The optional new Battery Grip BG-E21 dedicated for EOS 6D Mark II can accommodate two LP-E6N batteries for even longer shooting time. The new “AF Area Selection Button” is available when used as a vertical grip, providing more comfortable camera operation and consistent shooting experience at vertical orientation. A camera alignment pinhole is equipped on the bottom part to facilitate video shooting using a video tripod. The grip also features a dust and water resistance design8 for improved reliability when shooting outdoor. 1
Among all the DSLR cameras incorporating the 35mm full-frame equivalent image sensor and the adjustable LCD monitor. As of 28th June 2017. (Researched by Canon.) 2 Lens data for lenses launched after EOS 6D Mark II can be registered to camera with EOS Uti lity. 3 The maximum number of AF points, cross-type AF points and Dual cross-type AF points vary depending on the lens used. 4 EV -3 sensitivity is available when used with f/2.8 or larger aperture lens at center AF point with One -Shot AF. 5 Effective when the AF area selection mode is “Zone AF”, “Large Zone AF” or “45 -point automatic selection AF”. 6 Establishing pairing beforehand between the camera and smart device is required. In some cases, an iOS smart device may require operation from the device side. Both camera and smartphone have to be within a certain distance when the application is active. In remote shooting and Image viewing mode, it will switch from Bluetooth to Wi-Fi connection. For Android, Android 5.0 (or later) and Bluetooth 4.0 (or l ater) are required. For iOS, Bluetooth 4.0 (or later) is required (iPhone 4s or later, iPad 3rd generation or later, iPod touch 5th generation or later). Some devices that fulfill the mentioned requirements may not be able to connect via Bluetooth, however Image transfer and other remote operations will still be possible through Wi-Fi connectivity. 7 Establishing pairing between the camera and BR-E1 beforehand is required. Both camera and Wireless Remote Controller BR-E1 have to be within a certain distanc e. 8 Not recommended to use in the rain. 9 Shutter durability may vary depending on usage and environmental conditions. 10 When [Live 1-point AF] is set and a compatible lens is used, if other AF method or a non -compatible lens is used, the default speed and sensitivity will be applied. Compatible lenses include all ring -type USM lens marketed in 2009 or later, all Nano USM lenses and all STM lenses. 11 Lenses not compatible with Movie Digital IS: EF 50mm f/1.2L USM, EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM, EF 200mm f/2L IS USM, EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM, EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II USM, EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM, EF 600mm f/4L IS II USM, EF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM and EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM Extender 1.4x. 12 Maximum 3600 exposures, maximum 2 minutes (NTSC) or 2 minutes 24 second (PAL) time -lapse movie can be shot. The minimum settable shutter speed is 1/30 sec. (for NTSC) or 1/25 sec. (for PAL). If a 4K Time-lapse movie is played back with the camera, it is played back at the same resolution as a Full HD movie. Also, when a 4K time-lapse movie is played back normally or in 1/1 slow-motion, “Frame skip” will apply. 13 Available in SCN mode. HDR Movie shooting is recorded as 1920 x 1080 pixels in MP4 format; actual frame rate is 29.97p (NTSC) / 25.00p (PAL). The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Canon Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
The Canon’s new EOS 6D Mark II full frame DSLR camera and other accessories will be available for sale starting from 27 July, 2017. Suggested retail prices are as follows:
EOS 6D Mark II Digital SLR Camera EOS 6D Mark II Digital SLR Camera with EF 24-70mm f/4L IS USM Kit Set EOS 6D Mark II Digital SLR Camera with EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM Kit Set Battery Grip BG-E21 Wireless Remote Controller BR-E1
Suggested Retail Price HK$14,280 HK$19,980 HK$21,480 HK$1,480 HK$310
About Canon Hongkong Company Limited Canon Inc. (TSE:7751 / NYSE:CAJ) was founded in 1937 in Japan. Its predecessor, Precision Optical Instruments Laboratory, produced Japan's first 35 mm focal-plane-shutter camera “Kwanon” in 1934. Canon Inc. eventually expanded into the photocopying and printing industries, launching Japan's first plain-paper copier NP-1100 in 1970 and the world's first inkjet printer BJ-80 in 1985. Through the years, Canon Inc. has acquired in-depth experience in digital imaging product manufacturing, and research and development. It is a leader in the development of innovative products and holds the most technology patents in the imaging industry. Canon Inc. also makes a significant contribution to the promotion of photography. Today, Canon Inc. has a strong global presence and is one of the most important market players in the imaging, office and industrial product categories. As of 31 December 2016, Canon's global revenue was US$29.3 billion. One of the company’s first offices in Asia, Canon Hongkong Co., Ltd. (CHK) was established in 1971. It is responsible for the sales, marketing and after-sales services for all Canon product lines in Hong Kong and Macau. CHK adheres to Canon’s corporate philosophy of “kyosei”, which encourages the company and its staff to participate in social, charitable and environmental activities in the community. CHK implements internationally-recognized management systems and has achieved ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 (Canon Digital Production Center) and OHSAS 18001 certification. For more information about Canon Hongkong, please visit our website: www.canon.com.hk.
