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Canon EOS R6 User Manual

Canon EOS R6
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Advanced User Guide
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CT2-D096-A
© CANON INC. 2020

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Canon EOS R6 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel20.1 MP
Camera typeMILC Body
Sensor typeCMOS
Image stabilizerYes
Total megapixels21.4 MP
Image sensor size- \
Image formats supportedJPEG, RAW
Maximum image resolution5472 x 3648 pixels
Image sensor size (W x H)35.9 x 23.9 mm
Still image resolution(s)3:2 ratio (L, RAW, C-RAW) 5472 x 3648, (M) 3648 x 2432, (S1) 2736 x 1824, (S2) 2400 x 1600 1.6x (crop) (L) 3408 x 2272, (S2) 2400 x 1600 4:3 ratio (L) 7280 x 5464, (M) 5152 x 3872, (S1) 3712 x 2784, (S2) 2112 x 1600 16:9 ratio (L) 5472 x 3072, (M) 3648 x 2048, (S1) 2736 x 1536, (S2) 2400 x 1344 1:1 ratio (L) 3648 x 3648, (M) 2432 x 2432, (S1) 1824 x 1824, (S2) 1600 x 1600
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth version4.2
Near Field Communication (NFC)-
Scene modesLandscape (scenery), Portrait
Photo effectsBlack&White, Neutral
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent L, Shade, Tungsten
Shooting modesAuto, Manual, Program, Scene
Self-timer delay3, 10 s
Diopter adjustment (D-D)-4 - 2
Digital zoom- x
Focus adjustmentAuto/Manual
Auto focusing (AF) modesOne Shot Focus, Single Auto Focus
Normal focusing range (wide)- m
Product colorBlack
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Partial, Spot
ISO sensitivity100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600, 51200, 102400
Light exposure modesAuto, Manual
ISO sensitivity (max)102400
ISO sensitivity (min)100
Light exposure correction± 3EV (1/2EV; 1/3EV step)
Battery typeLP-E6NH
Camera shutter typeElectronic
Fastest camera shutter speed1/8000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed30 s
Flash exposure correction±3EV (1/2; 1/3 EV step)
Video resolutions1920 x 1080, 3840 x 2160 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate59.94 fps
Video formats supportedH.264, MP4
Maximum video resolution3840 x 2160 pixels
Resolution at capture speed1920x1080@23.98fps, 1920x1080@25fps, 1920x1080@29.97fps, 1920x1080@59.94fps, 3840x2160@23.98fps, 3840x2160@25fps, 3840x2160@29.97fps
Memory slots2
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Display diagonal3 \
Display diagonal (metric)7.5 cm
Display resolution (numeric)1620000 pixels
Magnification0.76 x
Viewfinder resolution3690000 pixels
Viewfinder screen size0.5 \
PictBridgeNo
USB version3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
USB connectorUSB Type-C
Headphone outputs1
HDMI connector typeMicro
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth88.4 mm
Width138.4 mm
Height97.5 mm
Weight598 g
Weight (including battery)680 g

Summary

Introduction

Safety Instructions

Crucial instructions for safe product operation to prevent injury.

Handling Precautions

Guidelines for proper camera care, maintenance, and handling.

Preparation and Basic Operations

Charging the Battery

Instructions on how to charge the camera's battery pack.

Attaching/Detaching RF Lenses

Steps for attaching and detaching RF mount lenses to the camera.

Attaching/Detaching EF/EF-S Lenses

How to attach and detach EF/EF-S lenses using a mount adapter.

Shooting Mode

Fv: Flexible-Priority AE

How to manually set shutter speed, aperture, and ISO with exposure compensation.

Tv: Shutter-Priority AE

Set shutter speed manually; camera sets aperture automatically for exposure.

Av: Aperture-Priority AE

Set aperture manually; camera sets shutter speed automatically for exposure.

M: Manual Exposure

Manually set both shutter speed and aperture value for full exposure control.

Shooting and Recording

Still Photo Shooting

Detailed guide to capturing still photographs and related settings.

Movie Recording

Instructions and settings for recording movies with the camera.

Still Photo Shooting

Image Quality

How to select pixel count and image quality settings for photos.

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)

Capturing multiple shots at different exposures for HDR or dynamic range control.

ISO Speed Settings for Still Photos

Adjusting camera sensitivity to light for still photo shooting.

HDR PQ Settings

Settings for producing HDR images conforming to PQ specifications.

Highlight Tone Priority

Reduces overexposed highlights and improves gradation in bright areas.

Shooting with Speedlites

Using external Speedlite flash units for photography.

Flash Function Settings

Configuring various functions and settings for compatible Speedlites.

White Balance

Adjusting camera settings to make white objects appear white under various lighting.

Lens Aberration Correction

Correcting optical imperfections like vignetting, distortion, and chromatic aberration.

Long Exposure Noise Reduction

Reducing noise in images captured with long exposures.

High ISO Speed Noise Reduction

Reducing image noise generated, especially when shooting at high ISO speeds.

HDR Mode

Shooting photos with a high dynamic range by merging exposures.

Metering Mode Selection

Choosing how the camera measures subject brightness for exposure.

Manual Exposure Compensation

Adjusting exposure to brighten or darken images for standard exposure.

Exposure Lock (AE Lock)

Locking exposure settings to recompose and shoot at the same exposure.

General Still Photo Shooting Precautions

Important precautions to consider during still photo shooting.

Movie Recording

Movie Recording Quality

Setting image size, frame rate, and compression method for movies.

Sound Recording

Settings for recording audio using built-in or external microphones.

Canon Log Settings

Using Canon Log gamma curve for wide dynamic range in post-production.

HDR Movie Recording

Recording high dynamic range movies with detail in highlights and shadows.

Image Stabilizer (IS Mode)

Activating camera-based image stabilization to reduce shake.

General Movie Recording Precautions

Important precautions and warnings related to movie recording.

AF/Drive

AF Operation

Selecting AF characteristics to suit shooting conditions or subjects.

Selecting the AF Method

Choosing the AF point or Zone AF frame for focusing.

Movie Servo AF

Continuous autofocus tracking of subjects during movie recording.

Manual Focus

Manually focusing by magnifying the image when autofocus is not possible.

Servo AF Characteristics

Tailoring AI Servo AF/Servo AF sensitivity to subjects and shooting situations.

Selecting the Drive Mode

Choosing between single and continuous shooting modes based on scene.

Remote Control Shooting

Shooting remotely using wired or wireless remote controls.

Playback

Protecting Images

Preventing accidental erasure of important images.

Erasing Images

Deleting unnecessary images individually or in batches.

RAW Image Processing

Processing RAW images to create JPEG or HEIF images using the camera.

Displaying the Highlight Alert

Specifying blinking display of overexposed highlights on the playback screen.

Wireless Features

Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connection

Connecting the camera to smartphones, computers, or FTP servers.

Connecting to a Smartphone

Steps for connecting the camera to a smartphone via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.

Connecting to a Computer via Wi-Fi

Connecting the camera to a computer via Wi-Fi for operations using EOS Utility.

Sending Images to a Web Service

Sending images automatically to image.canon cloud service.

Image Transfer to FTP Servers

Transferring images to an FTP server on the network.

Wi-Fi Connection via Access Points

Joining a Wi-Fi network via an access point using WPS.

Connecting to a Wireless Remote Control

Connecting to a wireless remote control (BR-E1) via Bluetooth.

Responding to Error Messages

Troubleshooting common error messages and their solutions.

Wireless Communication Function Precautions

Important precautions for using wireless communication functions.

Security

Information on potential security risks and recommendations for network security.

Set-up

Formatting

Formatting memory cards to prepare them for use or erase data.

Sensor Cleaning

Cleaning the camera's image sensor to remove dust.

Custom Functions/My Menu

Reference

Importing Images to a Computer

Methods to transfer images from the camera to a computer.

Using a USB Power Adapter to Charge/Power the Camera

How to charge or power the camera using a USB power adapter.

Troubleshooting Guide

Solutions for common problems related to power, shooting, wireless, operation, display, playback, and computer connection.

Error Codes

Information on error numbers, causes, and countermeasures.

ISO Speed in Movie Recording

Details on setting ISO speed for movie recording in different modes.

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