Whether you’re a serious photo enthusiast or a pro looking for a lightweight backup camera, this DSLR is worthy of serious consideration. With its 18-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 image processor, it is capable of producing extremely fine detail and excellent color reproduction. Its versatile ISO range of 100 to 6400 (expandable to 12,800) provides plenty of assurance of getting quality images in low-light situations.

The reasonably priced 60D sits comfortably between the entry-level Rebel series cameras and the semi-professional EOS 7D. Its lightweight shell and articulated 3" LCD screen makes it both easy to carry around and easy to use in challenging shooting situations. It also features several creative shooting modes that allow you to apply “ambience” effects such as warm, soft, intense, vivid, cool and monochrome to your images and see them immediately in Live View.

Other practical features include a top-panel LCD, a rear control dial, impressive burst rates (58 JPEG and 16 RAW), the ability to convert RAW files to JPEG in-camera, corrections for distortion and chromatic aberration, and the ability to capture 1080p HD videos with manual controls and a choice of 24p, 25p and 30p frame rates. Another added bonus is that the 60D is compatible with Canon’s IR remote controls, not to mention all Canon EF and EF-S lenses.

From the Manufacturer:

Are you planning to purchase a DSLR camera or replace your old one? Look no further than the Canon EOS-60D Camera. The Canon EOS 60D Digital SLR Camera bridges the space between your camera and the object with its 18-200MM F3.5-5.6 IS standard zoom lens, to bring you outstanding image quality. You can capture incredibly clear images with this camera, as it features high resolution 18 megapixel APS-C sensor. With a wide range of focal length, the 18-200MM F3.5-5.6 IS Lens can be used in varied photographic angles.

• The Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera comes with an 18.0 megapixel APS - C CMOS Image Sensor
• The Canon EOS 60D Digital SLR Camera has a 3.0" Vari-angle Clear View TFT LCD Screen
• Creative Art Filters present in the Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera enables you to control various creative effects during photography
• The Canon EOS Camera has 5.3 frames per second Shooting Speed for up to 58 JPEGs
• The Canon EOS 60D Digital SLR Camera has 9-Point Auto Focus System for optimal focusing control
• DIGIC 4 Processor
• iFCL metering with 63-zone Dual-layer Sensor
• Red-Eye Reduction
• Long exposure noise reduction and high ISO speed noise reduction
• ISO sensitivity: Auto (100-3200), 100-6400 (in 1/3-stop or whole stop)
• File Type: JPEG for Still image, RAW, M-RAW, S-RAW, and their combinations
• File Type: MOV files for Video footage
• Built-in Flash GN (ISO 100, meters), Built-in Flash coverage up to 17 mm focal length, and recycle time of 3 seconds approximately
• Raw recording and In-camera file conversion from RAW to JPEG
• Integrated Speedlite transmitter
• Movie recording in Full HD (1920 x 1080p) with full manual controls
• Shooting modes: Auto, No Flash, Creative Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night Portrait, Movie, Program AE, Shutter priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Manual, and Custom

Type: Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera with built-in flash

Recording Media: SD/SDHC/SDXC card

Image Format: 0.88 x 0.59 in. / 22.3 x 14.9mm (APS-C size)

Compatible Lenses: Canon EF lenses (including EF-S lenses) (35mm-equivalent focal length is approx. 1.6x the lens focal length)

Lens Mount: Canon EF mount

Type: High-sensitivity, high-resolution, large single-plate CMOS sensor

Pixels: Effective pixels: Approx. 18.0 Megapixels: 5200 (H) x 3462 (V) pixels

Total Pixels: Total pixels: Approx. 19.0 Megapixels: 5432 (H) x 3492 (V) pixels

Aspect Ratio: 3:2 (Horizontal: Vertical)

Color Filter System: RGB primary color filters

Low Pass Filter: Fixed position in front of the CMOS sensor

Dust Deletion Feature:

1. Self Cleaning Sensor Unit

2. Dust Delete Data appended to the captured image

3. Manual cleaning of sensor

Recording Format: Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 and Exif 2.3

File Size:

1. Large/Fine: Approx. 17.90 Megapixels (5184 x 3456)

2. Medium/Fine: Approx. 8.00 Megapixels (3456 x 2304)

 3. Small 1/Normal: Approx. 4.50 Megapixels (2592 x 1728)

4. Small 2/Fine: Approx. 2.50 Megapixels (1920 x 1280)

5. Small 3/Fine: Approx. 0.35 Megapixels (720 x 480)

6. RAW: Approx. 17.90 Megapixels (5184 x 3456)

7. M-RAW: Approx. 10.10 Megapixels (3888 x 2592)

8. S-RAW: Approx. 4.50 Megapixels (2592 x 1728)

Exact file sizes depend on the subject, ISO speed, Picture Style, etc.

Backup Recording: N/A

File Numbering: Consecutive numbering, auto reset, manual reset.

RAW + JPEG Simultaneous Recording: Provided (sRAW+JPEG also possible)

Color Space: sRGB, Adobe RGB

Picture Style: Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, User Def. 1-3

Settings: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Flash, Custom, Color Temperature setting

Auto White Balance: Auto white balance with the image sensor

Color Temperature Compensation: White balance correction: ±9 stops in full-stop incrementsWhite balance bracketing: ±3 stops in full-stop incrementsBlue/amber direction or magenta/green direction possible

Color Temperature Information Transmission: Provided

Type: Eye-level pentaprism

Coverage: Vertical/Horizontal approx. 96%

Magnification: Approx. 0.95x (-1m-1 with 50mm lens at infinity) / 27.0° angle of view

Eye Point: Approx. 22mm (At -1m-1 from eyepiece lens center)

Dioptric Adjustment Correction: -3.0 to +1.0m-1 (diopter)

Focusing Screen: Interchangeable (Ef-D: Grid lines, Ef-S: Point of focus, Ef-A standard focusing screen provided)

Mirror: Quick-return half mirror (transmission: reflection ratio of 40:60)

Viewfinder Information: AF information (AF points and focus confirmation light), Exposure information (Shutter speed, aperture, ISO speed (always displayed), AE lock, exposure level, Spot metering circle, exposure warning), Flash information (Flash ready, flash exposure compensation, high-speed sync, FE lock, red-eye reduction light), Image information (Highlight tone priority (D+), Monochrome shooting, maximum burst (2-digit display), white balance correction, card information), Electronic level (Horizontal only), Battery check

Depth Of Field Preview: Enabled with depth-of-field preview button

Type: TTL-CT-SIR AF-dedicated CMOS sensor

AF Points: 9 (Cross-type, Center AF point with dual cross sensor for f/2.8)

AF Working Range: EV 0-20 (at 73°F/23°C with EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100)

Focusing Modes: Autofocus, One-Shot AF, Predictive AI Servo AF, AI Focus AF, Manual focusing (MF)

AF Point Selection: Automatic selection, manual selection

Selected AF Point Display: Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD panel

AF Assist Beam: Small series of flashes fired by built-in flashEffective range: Approx. 13.1 ft./4.0m at center, approx. 11.5 ft./3.5m at periphery*.

* With an EOS-dedicated Speedlite attached, the Speedlite's AF-assist beam is emitted instead.

Metering Modes: Max. aperture TTL metering with 63-zone SPC with the following selectable modes:

• Evaluative metering (linkable to all AF points)
• Partial metering (approx. 6.5% of viewfinder at center)
• Spot metering (approx. 2.8% of viewfinder at center)
• Center-Weighted average metering

Metering Range: EV 0-20 (at 73°F/23°C with EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100)

Exposure Control Systems: Program AE (Shiftable), Shutter-priority AE (Safety shift possible), Aperture-priority AE (Safety shift possible), Manual exposure, Bulb, Full Auto, Flash Off, Creative Auto, Programmed Image Control modes (Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night Portrait), E-TTL II Autoflash Program AE (Evaluative metering, Averaged metering)

ISO Speed Range: ISO 100 - 6400 (in 1/3-stop or whole-stop increments)

- ISO 12800 can be enabled with a Custom Function.

- With [Highlight tone priority], the ISO speed range will be automatically set within 200-6400.

1. In Creative Zone modes, the maximum settable ISO speed (400-6400) will vary within the automatic ISO speed range.

2. If overexposure would occur with fill flash, ISO 100 will be the lowest set.

3. In the (P) and Basic Zone modes (except Night Portrait), bounce flash will be set automatically within ISO 400-1600 (or maximum ISO speed limit).

Exposure Compensation: Manual: ±5 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments. AEB: ±3 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments

* Indicated up to ±3 stops on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder.

AE Lock:

1. Auto AE lock - In the One-Shot AF mode with evaluative metering, AE lock takes effect when focus is achieved.

2. Manual AE lock - With AE lock button. (AE lock is updated each time you press the button.) Enabled in all metering modes.

Shutter: Vertical-travel, mechanical, focal-plane shutter with all speeds electronically-controlled 1/8000 to 1/60 sec., X-sync at 1/250 sec.1/8000 to 30 sec., bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode) Soft-touch electromagnetic release 10-sec. or 2-sec. delay (self-timer/remote control) For Remote Switch RS-60E3

Type: Vertical-travel, mechanical, focal-plane shutter with all speeds electronically-controlled

Shutter Speeds: 1/8000 to 1/60 sec., X-sync at 1/250 sec. 1/8000 to 30 sec., bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode)

Shutter Release: Soft-touch electromagnetic release

Self Timer: 10-sec. or 2-sec. delay (self-timer/remote control)

Remote Control: For Remote Switch RS-60E3

Type: Auto pop-up, retractable, built-in flash in the pentaprism

Guide Number: 43/13 (ISO 100, in feet/meters)

Recycling Time: Approx. 3 sec.

Flash Ready Indicator: Flash-ready icon lights in viewfinder

Flash Coverage: Up to 17mm focal length (equivalent to approx. 28mm in 135 format)

FE Lock: Provided

Flash Exposure Compensation: Up to ±3 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments

Zooming to Match Focal Length: Provided

Flash Metering: E-TTL II autoflash

Flash Exposure Compensation: ±3 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments

FE Lock: Provided

External Flash Settings: Flash function settings, Flash C.Fn settings

PC Terminal: None

Drive Modes: Single, high-speed continuous, low-speed continuous, 10-sec. self-timer/ remote control, or 2-sec. self-timer/remote control

Continuous Shooting Speed: High-speed: Max. 5.3 shots/sec. (approx.)Low-speed: Max. 3.0 shots/sec. (approx.)

Maximum Burst: JPEG (Large/Fine): approx. 58, RAW: approx. 16, RAW+JPEG (Large/Fine): approx. 7

1. The number of possible shots and maximum burst apply to a 4GB SD card based on Canon's testing standards.

2. The image file size, number of possible shots, and maximum burst will vary depending on the shooting conditions (aspect ratio 3:2, subject, memory card brand, ISO speed, Picture Style, etc.).

3. The "F" after the number indicates that continuous shooting is possible until the card becomes full.

Shooting Modes:

(1) Live View shooting

(2) Remote Live View shooting (with a personal computer installed with EOS Utility)

Focusing: Autofocus (One-Shot AF)

1. Live mode - One-point, contrast AF. Switching to another AF point possible.

2. Face Detection Live mode - Face Detection, Contrast AF. Face selectable.

3. Quick mode - Nine-point, phase-difference AF, same as normal shooting.

Manual focus - Magnify the image by 5x or 10x and focus manually.

Metering Modes: Real-time Evaluative metering with the image sensor

Metering Range: EV 0-20 (at 73°F/23°C with EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100)

* AE lock possible.

* The active metering time can be changed.

Magnified View: By 5x or 10x at AF point position

Grid Display: Provided (Two-type grid displays)

Silent Shooting: Provided (Mode 1 and Mode 2)

Type: TFT color, liquid-crystal monitor

Monitor Size: Wide 3.0-inch (Screen aspect ratio of 3:2)

Coverage: Approx. 100%, Viewing angle: Approx. 160°

Brightness Control: 7 levels provided

Interface Languages: 25 (English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Portuguese, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Greek, Russian, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Romanian, Ukraine, Turkish, Arabic, Thai, Simplified/Traditional Chinese, Korean, Japanese)

Display Format: Single image display (Two types of single-image full display and two types of shooting information display), Index display (4-image index and 9-image index), Jump display (1/10/100 images, shooting date, by folder, video, stills, rating), AF point display, Histogram (1. Brightness 2. RGB), Magnify zoom display (1.5x to 10x enabled in 15 steps), Rotated display (Manual, Auto) Slide Show (Image selection: Playback according to All images, Date, Folder, Movies, Stills, or Rating; Display time: 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, or 20 sec.; Repeat: Enable/Disable; Transition effect: Off, Slide in, Fade 1, Fade 2)

Highlight Alert: With single-image display (Info.) and single-image display, overexposed highlight areas will blink

Protection: Erase protection can be applied/canceled for a single image, all images in a folder, or all images in the card

Erase: Erase single image, erase selected images, erase all images on folder, erase all images in a card, or erase only unprotected images

Compatible Printers: PictBridge-compatible printers

Printable Images: JPEG images compliant to Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 and Exif 2.3 (DPOF printing possible) and RAW images captured with the EOS 60D* Video footage cannot be printed.

Easy Print feature: Provided

DPOF: Version 1.1 compatible

Compatible Images: Direct image transfer with the camera has been abolished since the personal computers' OS-based support has become adequate for image transfers.

Custom Functions: Total 20

Camera User Settings: Register under Mode Dial's setting

My Menu Registration: Up to six top-tier menu options and Custom Function settings can be registered

Battery: One Battery Pack LP-E6, AC power can be supplied via AC Adapter Kit ACK-E6, With Battery Grip BG-E9 attached, two battery packs (LP-E6) can be used. Six AA-size batteries can be used.

Battery Life:

1) Camera body only:

Shooting MethodTemperatureShooting Conditions (Approx.)AE 100%AE 50%, FA 50%Viewfinder ShootingAt 73°F/23°C16001100At 32°F/0°C14001000Live View ShootingAt 73°F/23°C350320At 32°F/0°C310280

2) With Battery Grip BG-E9:

Shooting MethodBatteryTemperatureShooting Conditions (Approx.)AE 100%AE 50%, FA 50%Viewfinder ShootingLP-E6 x 1Same as (1)LP-E6 x 2At 73°F/23°C32002200At 32°F/0°C28002000Size-AA/LR6 alkaline batteries At 73°F/23°C550410At 32°F/0°C14090Live View ShootingLP-E6 x 1Same as (1)LP-E6 x 2At 73°F/23°C700640At 32°F/0°C610560Size-AA/LR6 alkaline batteries At 73°F/23°C--At 32°F/0°C--The figures above are based on CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards

Battery Check: Auto

Power Saving: Provided. Power turns off after 1, 2, 4, 8, 15 or 30 min.

Date/Time Battery: Built-in secondary batteryWhen fully-charged, the date/time can be maintained for about three months.

Start-up Time: Approx. 0.1 sec. (Based on CIPA testing standards)

Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 5.69 x 4.17 x 3.09 in./144.5 x 105.8 x 78.6mm

Weight: 755g / 26.6 oz (CIPA), 675g / 23.8 oz (body only)

Working Temperature Range: 32-104°F/0-40°C

Working Humidity Range: 85% or less