Prior to the announcement of the Canon EOS 6D ($2,099 direct, body only) and the Nikon D600 , shooters who wanted a full-frame camera -one with an image sensor the same size as a 35mm film frame-were faced with a small number of choices at $3,000 and up.

Compact; Inexpensive for its class; Full-frame sensor; 4.5fps shooting; Superb image quality at high ISOs; Interchangeable focus screens; Integrated GPS and Wi-Fi; 1080p30 video capture; Battery grip available; Supported USB tethered and Wi-Fi remote control

Not the fastest camera on the block; Viewfinder only offers 97 percent coverage; Not compatible with EF-S lenses; GPS saps battery life; No flash; Slow focus during video recording; No PC Sync socket

In our opinion, Canon has hit the target he set for himself: to create a professional SLR accessible for cost and method of use to user's enthusiasts. Of course, we are not at the levels of a Mark III and even a Mark II.

Contrast; Sharpness; Detail and excellent color; Focus on fast-3EV point center cross; DIGIC 5 processor; Wi-Fi and GPS; 1080p video at 30fps good quality

Only 11 points of focus therefore not very suitable for sports photography; a single slot for memory cards

To be honest, I regret not being able to review the Canon 6D for almost two years since it was released. It is a wonderful camera with superb image quality and a good balance of features.

The Canon EOS 6D is one of the cheapest new full frame Digital SLRs available, find out how it performs in our review.

Excellent image quality; Excellent high ISO performance; Built in HDR shooting; Good value for money; Built in GPS / Wi-Fi; Quiet single / continuous shooting mode; Lightest / Smallest full frame DSLR; Lens AF fine tuning and distortion correction; Electronic level

1 memory card slot; Competitors feature built in flash; Lacks headphone socket for people keen on video; RAW shooting not available when using the HDR mode

The new EOS 6D is the smallest and lightest full-frame Canon DSLR. The 6D features a 20.2 megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, built-in wireless transmitter, integrated GPS module, DIGIC 5+ image processor, an 11-point autofocus array, 63-zone dual-layer iFCL metering sensor, an expanded ISO range of...

After publishing a detailed First Look at Canon's entry-level 'full frame' DSLR, the EOS 6D in September last year, we have been able to review a production unit in March 2013. It was supplied with the new EF 24-70mm f/4L IS USM lens , which is reviewed separately.

The Canon EOS 6D is an excellent camera for Canon DSLR users who want to step up to a full-frame camera without spending $3500 for the 5D Mark III . This camera combines some of the best Canon technology and features from its surrounding siblings like the 60D and the 5D Mark III and adds Wi-Fi and...

Excellent image quality; Great low light/high ISO capabilities; Full-frame shooting at an "affordable" price; Built-in WiFi and GPS; Good performance overall; Sophisticated feature set for the price

No built-in flash, Single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot (vs; Nikon D600's dual card slot, Slightly soft images on default settings (depending on lens used

The Canon EOS 6D MarkII is supposed to be the more budget-friendly gateway into the world of full-frame cameras, and offers 45-AF points along with in-camera time-lapse and HDR Video modes.

Great ergonomics; In-camera HDR Video; Fast and accurate AF

Burst limited to 6.5 fps; Heavy for extended use; Single SD Card slot

The EOS 6D is Canon's attempt to entice DSLR owners who are looking for the benefits of full frame shooting - including shallower depth of field and wider-angle lens coverage, but can't afford the EOS 5D Mark III .

Excellent detail in raw file output across ISO range; Class-leading low light focus sensitivity (from central AF point; Very effective JPEG noise reduction at highest ISO sensitivities; Impressively quiet 'silent' shutter drive mode; Quick Control menu provides easy access to shooting settings,...

JPEG engine struggles with low-contrast fine detail at low ISO sensitivities; Low density 11 point autofocus array with only one cross-type AF point; Single card slot (SD; Slow burst rate compared to its full frame peers; Cannot configure common live view and movie mode options independently; Video...

Outstanding image quality and sophisticated Wi-Fi functions, but the autofocus system limits its appeal