MELVILLE, N.Y., February 14, 2017 – Designed with the advanced
enthusiast photographer in mind, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital
imaging solutions, today announced the latest addition to its EOS M series –
the Canon EOS M6 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera; and a high performance External
Electronic View Finder – the EVF-DC2, with approximately 2.36 million dots. For photographers who demand premium
performance, the new EOS M6 Camera features the company’s 24.2 Megapixel APS-C CMOS
image sensor able to capture sharp, high-resolution images even in low-light
situations, its most advanced image processor, DIGIC 7, and super-fast Dual
Pixel CMOS AF speed, enabling photographers to capture clear, sharp,
high-resolution images and Full HD videos.
“The new Canon EOS M6 Camera
and optional EVF-DC2 are ideal for expert and advanced amateur photographers
looking for an easy, take-anywhere camera as well as a great choice for
passionate image creators wanting to step-up to produce high-quality images and
videos that are easily shareable,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, president and COO,
Canon U.S.A., Inc. “It is with great passion that Canon continues to deliver
variety to image makers across all skill levels and professional needs.”
Advanced photographers will
find everything they need at their fingertips, with intuitive DSLR-like dials
and control, as well as access to the entire lineup of Canon EF, EF-S and EF-M
interchangeable lenses1, all in a compact, camera body to take with
them wherever they go. Additional advanced EOS camera technologies built into
the EOS M6 camera include:
- Fast & Accurate Dual Pixel CMOS AF with Phase-detection
- 24.2 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) Sensor
- High-speed Continuous Shooting at up to 7.0 frames per second (fps)
(up to 9.0 fps with AF Lock)
- DIGIC 7 Image Processor, ISO 100–25600
- Full HD 60p
- Combination IS with five-axis Image Stabilization*
- Built-in Wi-Fi®2, NFC3 and Bluetooth®4
technology
- Intuitive Touch Screen, 3.0-inch Tilt-type LCD
- Control & Customize with Five Functional Dials
- Compatible with EF1, EF-S1 and EF-M Lenses
& select EOS System Accessories
The Canon EOS M6 features an in-camera
five-axis digital image stabilization to help reduce camera shake when shooting
videos. When shooting with a compatible lens
featuring IS the EOS M6 will leverage both the optical IS in the lens as well
as the in-camera digital IS through a Combination IS system, to help deliver tremendously
smooth videos.
Usability has been improved
from the previous model with separate controls on top of the camera body for
mode and exposure compensation plus the controller wheel on the back to cycle
through menus and additional in-camera features professional photographers are
used to accessing. The three-inch touch
screen tilts approximately 180 degrees up and 45 degrees down for easy use when
surfing the menus, composing an image, viewing images and videos or even taking
a selfie.
The new Canon EOS M6 Camera
is scheduled to be available in both black and silver models through authorized
Canon dealers or through the Canon Online store at shop.usa.canon.com
in April 2017, for an estimated retail price of $779.99 for the body only**.
It will also be sold as part of body-and-lens kits with EF-M 15-45mm/F3.5-6.3
IS STM zoom kit lens with an estimated retail price of $899.99**,
and with the EF-M 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM lens for an estimated retail price
of $1,279.99**, scheduled to be available April 2017. For more
information please visit, usa.canon.com/eosm6.
Optional Electronic
View Finder EVF-DC2
The optional Electronic View
Finder EVF-DC2 is both smaller and lighter than the previous model and provides
high-performance viewing with approximately 2.36 million dots. Connectivity is
very important to today’s photographers and the EOS M6 delivers built-in Wi-Fi®,
NFC and Bluetooth® capability that can maintain a smooth constant connection
with compatible smartphones or tablets when using the Canon Camera Connect App2,3,4.
CS100 Firmware Update
The
new EOS M6 is compatible with the Canon Connect Station CS100, a go-to-photo and video
hub that allows family and friends a way to quickly and easily store, manage
view and share unforgettable memorable moments wirelessly5. Canon is also announcing today a firmware update to
the Canon Connect Station CS100 and mobile application. The firmware update
includes the following improvements:
- Compatibility for
select Canon and non-Canon cameras, with a wider range of supported file
formats6
- Support for video
playback of computer-edited movies7
- Improved
smartphone connectivity and compatibility
For more information about
the Canon Connect Station firmware update, please visit usa.canon.com/cs100mobile.
To learn more about the EOS M6 visit usa.canon.com/eosm6.
About Canon U.S.A., Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean markets. With approximately $29 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ), ranks third overall in U.S. patents granted in 2016† and is one of Fortune Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies in 2016. Canon U.S.A. is committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing 100 percent U.S.-based consumer service and support for all of the products it distributes. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. In 2014, the Canon Americas Headquarters secured LEED® Gold certification, a recognition for the design, construction, operations and maintenance of high-performance green buildings. To keep apprised of the latest news from Canon U.S.A., sign up for the Company's RSS news feed by visiting www.usa.canon.com/rss and follow us on Twitter @CanonUSA. For media inquiries, please contact pr@cusa.canon.com.
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Based on weekly patent counts issued by United States Patent and Trademark
Office.
All referenced product names, and other
marks, are trademarks of their respective owners.
*Maximum image stabilization is achieved
when using either the EF-M 18–150mm f/3.5–6.3 IS STM or the EF-M 15–45mm
f/3.5–6.3 IS STM.
**Availability, prices and specifications
subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set be individual dealers
and may vary.
1Optional Mount Adapter EF-EOS M required
to use EF and
EF-S lenses.
2 Compatible with iOS® versions 8.0/8.1/8.2/8.3/8.4/9.0/9.1/9.2/9.3/10.0, Android™
smartphone and tablet versions 4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0/5.1/6.0/7.0. Data
charges may apply with the download of the free Canon Camera Connect app. This
app helps enable you to upload images to social media services. Please note
that image files may contain personally identifiable information that may
implicate privacy laws. Canon disclaims and has no responsibility for your use
of such images. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images or any
information included in such images through this app.
3 Compatible
with Android™ smartphone and tablet versions
4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0/5.1/6.0/7.0.
4 When applications are active. Switch from Bluetooth®
to Wi-Fi® connectivity when viewing the images on the camera via the compatible
smartphone.
5Compatible with iOS® versions
8.4x/9.2.x, Android™ Smartphone and
tablet versions 4.4.x, 5.0.x/5.1.x, 6.0.x. Data charges may apply with the
download of the free Canon Connect Station app. The application is available in
the apple app store or google play store.
6Support for playback of all images on
this device cannot be guaranteed.
7JPEG and RAW (CR2) still images, and
MOV/MP4 and AVCHD movies are supported.