The EOS 6D Mark II upgrades Canon's first 'affordable' full-frame DSLR in a number of key respects: a new sensor boosts the resolution from 20.2 to 26.2 Megapixels while now sporting Dual Pixel CMOS AF for smooth refocusing in live view and movies, the AF system goes from a basic 11-point to a...

When I checked Canon's website to verify the specs on the EOS 6D Mark II ($1,999, body only; $3,099, for the test camera supplied with the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM "kit" lens) I was a bit surprised to see it termed a "gateway" for enthusiasts to step up to a full-frame DSLR.

Back in 2012, Canon unleashed one of the most popular cameras to ever grace the market, the EOS 6D . Packing in a 20.2MP full-frame CMOS sensor, the camera was powered by the outstanding Digic 5+ processor and boasted a native ISO of 100-25,600.

For superb performance on the go, the Canon EOS 6D Mark II camera puts full-frame performance into a compact, fully featured DSLR. Its 26.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor and DIGIC 7 Image Processor help deliver amazing results even at expanded ISO settings, making it great for challenging low-light...

The $2,000 price-point is a fascinating one for DSLRs and ILCs, with a bounty of excellent choices, whether it be Olympus' flagship OM-D E-M1 Mark II, Nikon's flagship APS-C-sensor D500, or this entry-level Full Frame EOS 6Dii.

Affordable Full Frame performance; Access to a deep stable of exceptional Canon EF glass; Excellent color and contrast reproduction; Very Good ISO performance; Vari-angle & touchscreen useful for odd angles; More amenities than the previous generation; Versatile Auto Focus systems (optical & Live...

Slower & less rugged than flagship mirrorless systems; Lacks 4K Video Recording; No in-body image stabilization

The EOS 6D Mark II is a major step forward from the original 6D, but more in operational speed and performance than outright image quality. It's a terrific camera to use, but its price puts it up against a number of strong cameras.

Fast Dual Pixel live view AF; Great vari-angle rear touchscreen; Handling; build and controls

No 4K video; Image quality hasn't moved on; Only one card slot

Perfect for use by amateurs and professionals alike, this is a great addition to your camera collection. With a long list of features that meet the mark, great durability, and sturdy build, this is one that will be with you even in rough times.

4K Full HD time-lapse video recording and viewing; ISO range of 100 to 40000 for amazing low light results; 26.2 MP full-frame CMOS sensor for great quality photos; Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capability for easy image transfer; Superfast wide-area 45 point autofocus with continuous shooting

Freezes at times while shooting; Focus points are in a poor place