Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens
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Digital Inspiration. That's how the good folks at Canon define their EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens. With a camera body that features an 18MP APS-C CMOS sensor, a 3" Clear View LCD, HD video capture, and an 18-135mm lens, among other mouth-watering features, perhaps you will agree. Let's take a tantalizing tour of this highly-anticipated DSLR camera kit.
Chief among the aforementioned "mouth-watering features" is the included Canon EF-S 18-135mm lens. Yes! It's true! But perhaps you've already divined this fact from the first paragraph and you're waiting for me to get on with it. The 60D is compatible with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses; Canon has paired this 18-135mm model up with the 60D camera body, making for a value-packed kit that'll have you shooting from day one (everybody say yay!). The 18-135mm is a great starter lens that gives you a wide zoom range with which to shoot - capture those close, close-ups all the way out to breath-taking, far-reaching vistas - all with this single lens.
What was that? Did I say video? Yes, I did. Let's take a moment to delve into the feature that has all those techies out there jumping out of their desk chairs. The 60D is more than your run-of-the-mill DSLR camera, as we know; it doubles as a 1920 x 1080 HD video camera. With the built-in video camera you'll be able to capture MOV video clips up to 4GB in size (time depends on resolution).
With features like manual exposure control, the option to attach on any of the Canon EF or EF-S lenses, and various audio adjustments - including an external stereo mic connection, and both manual and auto gain control - the 60D puts DSLR film-making at your fingertips. Other noteworthy features of the video function include in-camera editing, a number of recording resolutions to choose from, and an HDMI output for one-cable connection to your HDTV.
Perhaps you should take a moment and catch your breath. Ok, here we go - back to the DSLR proper.
Let's ease back into things here. No matter if you're shooting video or digital stills the 60D captures everything to convenient flash memory cards - Record to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards. Canon also gives you the option to use wireless USB 2.0 drives, or Eye-Fi cards for computer-free wireless transfer of your images.
Now, back to the show... The 18MP APS-C CMOS sensor packs in enough pixel-power to make those mural prints you've only been dreaming of, a reality. But even if you don't plan on making a wall-sized mural of your dog romping through the surf, 18MP have other advantages. Sharpness, clear details, a lack of image-destroying noise, and true-to-life colors are all examples of how more pixels will make your images pop!
The 60D also features Canon's DIGIC 4 Image Processor. With DIGIC 4 you'll enjoy the benefits of fast shooting speeds, in-camera RAW image processing, creative filters, image resizing, and other exciting in-camera features. Enhanced Face Detection Live Mode, Full HD video recording, Auto Lighting Optimizer, and Lens Peripheral Optimization are additional features also enabled by DIGIC 4.
Another high-point of the 60D is the fully articulated (in layman's terms: flip out and/or swivel) 3" LCD screen. That's right boys and girls, the LCD opens away from the camera and articulates for viewing from multiple angles. You can also choose to leave the LCD in the traditional back of the camera position. When you're done shooting, turn the LCD in, and its back cover protects the display from damage.
When it comes to low light you want the option to shoot without a flash. Canon gave the 60D ISO settings from 100-6400 - and the option to go up to 12800 using the custom function. You have more options to choose from - and more opportunity to capture stunningly clear images, even in low light.
What else could Canon fit into this divinely, oh wait, I mean digitally inspired camera? A short overview; includes 5.3 frames per second continuous shooting, a 96% coverage viewfinder, a multi-control dial, a 63-zone dual-layer metering system, and a 9-point AF system.
In addition to these user-friendly features, the camera also boasts in-camera photo editing technologies. You'll be able to process RAW files entirely in the camera to produce a separate JPEG file - without a computer. Filters like "Grainy Black-and-White" and "Soft Focus Effect" also allow you to add an artistic touch to your images, sans post-production. Throw in compatibility with Mac and PC, along with a myriad of bundled software options, and the 60D is one camera that packs a powerful punch.
- Kit Includes the Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens
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Wide Focal Range
- With 74.2° to 11.3° angle-of-view, the Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens offers excellent wide angle to telephoto focal lengths with Canon APS-C EOS Digital DSLRs
- Canon's Image Stabilization system allows you to shoot sharp images with a 4-stop advantage under less-than-optimum lighting conditions
- As with all Canon EF-S optics, the Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens is designed to deliver optimum sharpness edge-to-edge when used with Canon APS-C format DSLRs
- 18MP CMOS Sensor and DIGIC 4 Imaging Processor
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The EOS 60D features a Canon-designed 18MP APS-C size CMOS sensor that captures such a high level of resolution; it's easy to crop images for enlargement without concern of losing detail. A major factor in reducing noise, the CMOS sensor assures that images shot at highest sensitivity will be remarkably smooth
The improved DIGIC 4 Image Processor ensures that images are captured, processed and saved with remarkable speed. The EOS 60D DSLR's new 3:2 multiple aspect ratio, in-camera RAW image processing, creative filters, image resizing and provided S2 and S3 image-recording quality are all possible thanks to the DIGIC 4 Image Processor. With dazzling results, the new DIGIC 4 Image Processor also works to capture and process data of images shot at 18MP at 5.3 fps, as well as 14-bit signal processing for excellent image gradation, enhanced Face Detection Live mode, Full HD video recording, Auto Lighting Optimizer and Lens Peripheral Optimization
- Vari-Angle 3" Clear View LCD Monitor
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The EOS 60D features a bright, high resolution, flip-out Vari-angle 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor for shooting at a variety of angles. By easily switching between low and high angles, the EOS 60D freely enables angle adjustments even if the camera is mounted on a tripod or has a battery grip attached
With 1,040,000 (dots/VGA) pixels for spectacular detail, the advanced, smudge-resistant monitor includes high transparency materials plus anti-reflective and water-repellent coatings to provide clear and bright viewing. Superb for reviewing, editing and deleting photos or composing new images in Live View function, the Vari-angle Clear View LCD monitor also allows access to camera settings like ISO, metering modes, AF Point selection, the horizontal Electronic Level and flash options
- EOS HD Video
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The EOS 60D features HD Video capture technologies - manual exposure control for more creative control, for example - borrowed directly from professional Canon DSLRs to capture stellar video with all the benefits of shooting with a DSLR. By shooting video with the EOS 60D, photographers as well as filmmakers can take advantage of the creative features native to DSLR cameras. Along with its manual controls, the EOS 60D allows for full use of Canon EF and EF-S lenses, including macro and fisheye, providing a plethora of shooting options once reserved only for still photography. The resulting HD video is a standout in its beautiful depth-of-field characteristics and remarkable capture capability under poor lighting conditions. Additionally, a Movie Crop function is included: An SD-quality video (640 x 480) can be cropped to the equivalent of about 7x magnification of regular shooting
The audio input level feature offers both manual and auto gain control, up to 64 levels, and a wind filter minimizes unwanted background noise. By pressing the Quick Control button, a simple graphic user interface for adjusting image quality, white balance, image creation and other settings appears on the LCD. The EOS 60D even lets users edit video in-camera: On-site or off, unnecessary scenes can be deleted and the start/end points of video footage can be designated via in-camera editing functions without the need of a separate computer
Video can be captured at a number of resolutions and frame rates for numerous applications. It can capture 1920 x 1080 Full HD video at frame rates of 30 (29.97 fps), 24 (23.976 fps) and 25 frames per second, for up to 4GB per clip. Video footage is saved as MOV files and can be viewed in Full HD through the EOS 60D DSLR's HDMI output. Other recording sizes include HD at 1280 x 720 (50/60 fps) or SD/VGA at 640 x 480 (50/60 fps) -24/30 fps delivers cinema-like motion, while 60 fps is perfect for footage being uploaded to video-sharing websites. The EOS 60D also has a built-in microphone for simple mono recording and stereo sound can be recorded through a self-powered external microphone
- High ISO Sensitivity
- With a broad range of ISO settings, expandable up to 6400 in the auto setting and 12800 with the custom function, the EOS 60D enables shooting from sunrise to sunset and helps ensure capture of the finest detail. With enhanced high-sensitivity optimization, subjects can be captured clearly and easily at high shutter speeds without flash, with minimized blur and noise. In bright scenes, especially long exposures in daylight, optimal exposure can be achieved with a fully open wide-diameter lens, no dark filter needed
- 5.3 fps Continuous Shooting
- With a 0.1 second start-up time, speedy autofocus, and minimal shutter lag, the EOS 60D is made to capture even rapidly-occurring scenes with stunning precision. Able to shoot up to 5.3 frames per second (fps), capturing a maximum burst of approximately 58 Large/JPEGs and 16 RAW, the EOS 60D DSLR lets you catch even the briefest of moments, whether it's a fast-paced soccer game or the flicker of a candle flame
- 96% Viewfinder Coverage
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The EOS 60D features a redesigned viewfinder that not only offers 96% coverage, 0.95x magnification, a 27° angle of view and user-controlled dioptric adjustment, it also features a transparent LCD display that enables a number of viewfinder displays. A six-level battery check indicator has been added on the left, and the exposure level indicator scale has been expanded to up to three stops, with arrows indicating greater exposure levels
The EOS 60D also features a horizontal Electronic Level, that, when activated, is superimposed on the LCD monitor to aid in achieving evenly leveled shots by indicating the horizontal tilt up to approximately 9° in 1° increments
- Enhanced iFCL 63-Zone Dual-Layer Metering System and 9-Point AF System
- The EOS 60D features a 63-zone dual-layer sensor designed to complement the 9-point AF system. By taking into account the color and luminosity surrounding chosen AF points, this system delivers an advanced level of accuracy for stunning results even in difficult lighting situations. Since the metering sensor has a color measurement function, exposure errors and focus errors caused by different light sources are minimized; the EOS 60D gives stable exposure from shot to shot in situations where light changes, such as in a theater or concert hall. This makes the EOS 60D ideal for scenes with extreme difference in brightness such as brightly lit scenes or backlit scenes; the camera balances exposure of the main subject at the background, and exposures are not overly influenced by bright areas in the shot. Since the EOS 60D provides high-speed X-sync ("X-sync" means the fastest shutter speed that can synchronize with a flash burst at the moment the shutter is fully released) up to 1/250 sec., the range of photographic expression is dramatically increased, allowing the EOS 60D to be used with confidence in bright scenes or dim
- In-Camera Technologies for a Streamline Workflow
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The EOS 60D marks a highpoint in convenience for the photographer by being able to shoot an image as a RAW file and then process it entirely in-camera to produce a separate JPEG file without the need of an outside computer. The EOS 60D gives you 10 process variables - brightness adjustment, white balance, Picture Style, Auto Lighting Optimizer, noise reduction, JPEG image-recording quality, color space, lens peripheral illumination correction, distortion correction, and chromatic aberrations correction - to create the image you envision, set to the 3:2 aspect ratio used in 35mm film
Additionally, once you capture an image with the EOS 60D, you can digitally manipulate it in-camera with a number of creative filters for artistic and dramatic effect. Options include Soft Focus Effect to convey dreamy tableaus; Grainy Black-and-White Effect for a gritty, hard-bitten look; Toy Camera Effect - the deliberate vignetting and color shift technique popular in art photography - and Miniature Effect, which blurs the top and bottom edges of the image to emphasize perspective and conveys a miniaturized look of the scene
- Flexible Storage with Memory Cards
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The EOS 60D DSLR uses popular SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards. Compact, inexpensive and available in increasingly large capacities, SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards are a nice complement to the EOS 60D DSLR's compact and lightweight body design
The 60D can also gives you the option to store recordings to external media sources like USB 2.0 or Wireless LAN/Eye-Fi card (Canon cameras are not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions, including wireless transfer)
- Compatible with Canon EF and EF-S Lenses
- The EOS 60D is compatible with all Canon lenses in the EF and EF-S lineup, ranging from ultra-wide angle to super telephoto lenses. Canon lenses employ advanced optical expertise and micron-precision engineering to deliver unprecedented performance in all facets of the photographic process. Special optical technologies, such as aspherical, ultra-low dispersion, or fluorite elements are featured in the universally acclaimed L-series lenses. And Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer technology is featured in select lenses to minimize the effect of camera shake. Additionally, photographers can use for video the same lenses they do for still photography; Canon wide-angle, macro, super-telephoto, tilt-shift and fisheye lenses provide a wealth of focal lengths, depth-of-field and other creative shooting options once reserved for stills
- Flash Photography
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With a flash sync speed of 1/250 of a second, the EOS 60D features the E-TTL II flash metering system. With any of the optional flashes in the EX Speedlite line, E-TTL II provides reliable flash output whether shooting fill-in flash pictures in sunlight, or using flash in total darkness. With E-TTL II, the exact same 35-zone metering sensor used for measuring ambient light is also used for flash metering - giving even finer metering command of the image area. If you prefer a broader area for flash metering, there's a menu setting to change to "Average" flash metering - where the entire 35-zone area is measured evenly for flash exposure. Additionally, the EOS 60D has a Speedlite transmitter built-in for convenient, full-featured wireless control of EX-series Speedlite flashes set as slave units
The optional Canon Speedlite 430EX II is a step-up accessory for powerful flash shooting with the EOS 60D. It has excellent flash power (maximum guide number of 141'/43m at ISO 100), and is the perfect way to get great flash pictures when you can't get right up to the subject. The 430EX II is also great for bounce flash, with its tilting and swiveling flash head. It automatically zooms the flash head to cover lenses ranging from 16mm up to 105mm or longer with the EOS 60D. Of course, it works with the camera to provide full E-TTL II automatic flash exposure. And the 430EX II has a powerful AF-assist beam, which allows the camera to autofocus even in total darkness on subjects as far as 32 ft. from the camera
- Powerful Bundled Software
- The EOS 60D comes bundled with an updated Canon EOS Digital Solution Disk, which features powerful software programs designed to extend the EOS experience to the computer. These include Canon's EOS Utility (Version 2.9.0), Digital Photo Professional (Version 3.9.1), ZoomBrowser EX for Windows (Version 6.6.0), ImageBrowser for Macintosh OS X (Version 6.6.0), the Picture Style Editor (Version 1.8.0), PhotoStitch (Version W: 3.1.22/M: 3.4.4), WFT Utility (version 3.5.1), Memory Card Utility (Version 1.4), WFT Utility (Version 3.5.1), Original Data Security Tools (Version 1.9.0). Each application is designed to make captured images look their best and to streamline the workflow.
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| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Camera Type | Digital SLR with Interchangeable lenses |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF |
| Camera Format | APS-C / (1.5x Crop Factor) |
| Resolution |
Effective Pixels: 18 Megapixels Max Resolution: 17.9 MP: 5184 x 3456 |
| Sensor Type / Size | CMOS, 22.3 x 14.9 mm |
| File Formats |
Still Images: JPEG, RAW Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MOV |
| Bit Depth | 14-bit |
| Memory Card Type |
SD SDHC SDXC |
| AV Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3, 16:9 |
| Video Clip Length | Up to 22 Minutes Limited by Memory Card Capacity |
| Audio Recording | With Video, Mono |
| Focus Control | |
|---|---|
| Focus Type | Auto & Manual |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | Pentaprism |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 96% |
| Live View | Yes |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| ISO Sensitivity | 100-6400 (Extended Mode: 100-12800) |
| Shutter | 30 - 1/8000 sec |
| Mirror Lock-Up | Yes |
| Metering Method | Spot metering, Center-weighted average metering, null |
| Exposure Modes | Modes: Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Shutter Priority |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (White), Shade, Tungsten, Preset Manual |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes: Auto |
| Max Sync Speed | 1 / 250 sec |
| Continuous Shooting | Up to 5.3 fps |
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | AV Output, HDMI C (Mini), USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi Capable (With Optional Transmitter) | Yes |
| Software Requirements |
Windows: 98, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, 7 Mac: OS X 10.1 or later |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery | 1x LP-E6 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack |
| AC Power Adapter | AC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (Optional) |
| Operating/Storage Temperature |
Storage 32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 5.69 x 4.17 x 3.09" / 14.45 x 10.59 x 7.85 cm |
| Weight | 23.8 oz / 675 g Body only |
| Kit Lens | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length |
18 - 135 mm Comparable APS-C Focal Length: 29 - 216 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/3.5 - 5.6 Minimum: f/22 - 36 |
| Angle of View | 74° - 11° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.5' (45.72 cm) |
| Magnification | 0.21x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:4.7 |
| Groups/Elements | 12/16 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 6 |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Filter Thread | Front: 67 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 3.0 x 4.0" (7.62 x 10.16 cm) |
| Weight | 1.0 lb (454 g) |
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Ratings Distribution
99%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good image quality (463)
- Easy to use (408)
- Large clear LCD (366)
- Tilt /swivel LCD (357)
- Image stabilization (331)
Cons
- Noisy at high ISO (55)
- Poor in low light (26)
- Short battery life (19)
- Lag / shutter delay (10)
- Heavy bulky (5)
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (348)
- Family photos (341)
- Travel (321)
- Low light (262)
- Video (262)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (217), Semi-pro photographer (125), Casual photographer (107), Pro photographer (48), Photography student (11)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (475), Yes (34)
Most Liked Positive Review
Good value for advanced noobs
To call this camera a "Super Rebel" is fair and unfair, I think. It's supposed to be the successor to the 40D and 50D, but in a reduced way. It'...Read complete review
To call this camera a "Super Rebel" is fair and unfair, I think. It's supposed to be the successor to the 40D and 50D, but in a reduced way. It's made of light material and is smaller in physical dimensions. The joystick on the previous models is gone, and the top LCD is slightly reduced in size. But it's also a good deal bigger (and more comfortable for me) than the Rebels, with a top LCD and the same tilt/swivel screen as the T3i. I'm not a fan of the lock Canon added to the mode dial, however. I never had a problem with the mode dial accidentally moving, so I personally find it obtrusive. There are lots of reviews for the camera's capabilities, so I'll sound off on the kit lens. It's better than I anticipated. Focus speed with the 60d is pretty good for a non-USM lens. Color rendering is OK, not great. I would stop down 2 stops for sharper images, since every focal length is pretty soft wide open. Lens creep hasn't been an issue for me, and it's only creeped when I intentionally pointed straight up or down and moved the camera to try to get the lens to move. Even then it would just slide a tiny bit, then stop.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Disappointing
Purchased the Canon 60D as the Nikon 7000 was not available and I needed a camera for a wildlife photoshoot. Imagine my disappointment when my test pictures were very soft. I then tweaked the ...Read complete review
Purchased the Canon 60D as the Nikon 7000 was not available and I needed a camera for a wildlife photoshoot. Imagine my disappointment when my test pictures were very soft. I then tweaked the settings to the sharpest available and they were still soft though marginally better. My trusty point-and-shoot, in comparison testing under multiple testing conditions (light/distance etc) beat it 9 times out of ten. Reading the reviews I note that this is not a unique problem but one prevalent to the 60D. So, like many others, this camera is going in to the shop to be adjusted and if not corrrected traded in as the quality is simply unacceptable for a camera at this price.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Good Image Quality
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Wildlife photos
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
I used this camera for my senior seminar project in film, and the quality it fantastic! It's very easy to pick up and use, and provides great picture quality. I love the tilting LCD screen - makes it very easy to get creative with shots and still see what you're shooting!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
Having never owned a SLR or DSLR camera before, I was surprised at the quality of images I was able to take with it right out of the box.
Once I get past the learning curve of fine tuning it to my needs, I know my images will be spectular!
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to learn
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
It's a great camera
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
Good investment for a novice getting a semi-professional camera. Do not have to upgrade for the next 10 years or more
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
Cons
- Noisy At High ISO
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
I use it for video and it works great, the lens kit is good and the manual audio adjustment is a big difference comparing with others like 7d
- Ease of Operation:
- 7
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Video
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
This camera is excellent. I went to school for film production and I wanted something that was affordable and easy to move around and use for making my independent projects and I couldn't be happier. The pictures have excellent quality and so do the videos. I feel like most of the negative reviews are people who are being overly critical. Of course this camera isn't going to do everything a professional quality video camera would do or a 35mm film camera or something. It is comparable to the 5D and 7D. Some of its features seem better for video, especially the fully articulated lcd. This camera is really great especially for the price.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Travel
- Video
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
Use this camera for amateur photography and family photography. This camera makes great shots so much easier than my old digital rebel. Love the video features. The articulating screen is more than a gimmick when trying to take shots of children by holding the camera down low for better perspective - a lot more keepers. Only bad thing is that Canon feels the need to change the button layout simply for the sake of change and it is not always for the better. New button layout makes doing some routine actions more tedious.
But my overall impression is that this camera is great and would highly recommend it to others.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
I replaced my Canon 20D with the 60D. Extraordinary camera and it has met all my expectations. I am a retired art director and have worked with many great photographers, most of them use Canon cameras and it is easy to see why. The camera is very easy to use in either manual or automatic modes and the 18-135mm lens is very sharp. I also love the large lcd screen for previewing images.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
Upgraded from a digital point and shoot to the Canon 60D. Still experimenting with all the settings, but the results thus far have been very good. I especially like the bracketing function and then using HDR software to produce very good results.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
Upgraded from a digital point and shoot to the Canon 60D. The learning curve has been fairly easy. Although I'm still experimenting with all the various settings, the pictures that I have taken have been very good. I especially like the bracketing function then running it through HDR software to produce excellent results.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- SD card
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
- Triggers speedlites
Cons
- Focus can be slow at time
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Video
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
I have only had the 60d for about 1 week. So far i am impressed.I used the same 28-135 IS USM len on both camera. The pixel count is almost absurd. I can tell the image quality is a lot sharper than the XS. and the colors are vivid and saturated.
the video aspect is a nice surprise as well. I have several prosumer and wearable 1080p cameras, the 60d holds up to my established expectation/ Native .MOV format makes it easier to edit as well.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
excelent camera with many features,,, super easy and very good price
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
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Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
Recreational, light camera and easy to use with great pictures
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
I"m an old film guy just getting into the digital age. I have found this camera easy to use and am already taking some great pictures.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Good Image Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
I appreciate the fact that I can photograph wider spaces and include more data
- Ease of Operation:
- 5
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- 18-135 Lens
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great low light photos
- Large Clear LCD
- Left side controls
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
- Live View Focus very slow
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Kids at play
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
Camera is great so far. There are a few differences with the 60D vs. Rebel series. I like having the controls on the left side, including on/off swith, so that my right hand does not have to come off the camera when changing modes. Additionally, this camera is significantly faster than the Rebels.
One dislike is the speed of focusing in Live View. It is terribly slow. If you take most of your shot through the optical viewfinder, this is not a big issue.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
This is my first DSLR camera and I love it! Haven't had a chance to use the 60D much yet, but the functionality is great! The settings are pretty easy to understand. Very user friendly! the only negative I've noticed so far is that it is a little heavy, but nothing worth complaining about.
- Ease of Operation:
- 7
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
- No Lens Hood
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
I read a lot of reviews, looked at hundreds of images, and watched a few dozen videos trying to decide between this and another brand's newest technology. Honestly, I'm glad I didn't pay twice as much for bells and whistles. This is an easy camera to get accustomed to, it's sharp. And virtually noiseless. Coming from a bridge camera, I learned to shoot at low ISO and hope sensor shift stabilization would produce better quality. Sensor shift has a major flaw though, it moves the sensor out of the sharp center of the optics and leaves an unbalanced and sometimes warped image. I've yet to see distortions, or colorations from optical stabilization. Canon also has excellent lenses, even their less costy range. 18-135mm spans a decent enough range for landscapes, portraits, even macro, and f/3.5 is fast enough to snap an image at dusk without having to use a tripod or break iso400. My only disappointment was getting a bad battery in the kit. A rare problem for Canon branded batteries, but B&H is awesome and replacing it!
I should add, I'm not much for post processing. A camera that can catch a photo with correct exposure, color, and tone without noise and without shooting RAW is what I was after, and with a few menu adjustments, this has become my third eye. Absolutely stunning reproduction with great dynamic range.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
Better than what I expected.
Nice Camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about EOS 60D DSLR Camera Kit with Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens:
I decided to go with the 60D after using my dad's 7D for a couple of weeks. I only kind of wanted to get a new SLR before using his camera, but after, I was convinced that I needed one! The 60D was the perfect choice. I love it! The fps is a bit slower but still very fast. especially when compared to the t3i. The rotating lcd is very nice. I wasn't sure how much I would use it, but it is actually very convenient and comes in handy. I'm not a professional photographer, but after just a few weeks with the 60D, I've had many compliments on the pictures I've taken. I looked all around for the best deals and prices and B&H definitely had the best. Plus they acutaully had it in stock. Unlike most places I looked
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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