Should You Buy An Original Canon 6D In 2022?!

[@truthteller1951]

I've had my 6D since new. I absolutely love it and know I don't need to upgrade. Although a amateur I get lots of compliments of my photos. Remarkable gear.

[@UnHoLyHooLiGaN]

why are you looking up videos of your camera you own for a long time ?

[@LiamoLuo]

@@UnHoLyHooLiGaN maybe he just follows the guy and watches all of his video?

[@sirmalus5153]

@@UnHoLyHooLiGaN Because it's always good to find out what other people think of your camera after long term use, plus for any tips to improve your skill level. I know I pick stuff up from these video's.

[@UnHoLyHooLiGaN]

@@sirmalus5153 what does people's opinion have to do with something you own ?

[@Mimo-cq5er]

​@@UnHoLyHooLiGaNare you stupid?

[@ericnathanguel]

Agreed. I'm a full time corporate photographer. I bought a new 6D on eBay in late 2019 to serve as a backup to my Mk IV. Even with the Mk IV, I find myself wanting to shoot with the 6D. I love how compact it is and how it feels in my hands. The high ISO performance blows me away (not quite as good as the Mk IV, but light years ahead of the Mk II, which I used to shoot with). So, yes, I deliver files that my clients pay for, using the venerable 6D. At the end of the day, a client doesn't care what camera you use. As long as the camera you use can get the job done, no worries.

[@clementmajac-garagepassion41]

Just get the great lens and job done right ? :)

[@towkirahmed3274]

how it's working now? how does it perform with 24-105mm f4?

[@ericnathanguel]

@@towkirahmed3274 I sold it about a year ago. It was a good camera, though. No complaints. I'd shoot w/it any day, and kind of miss the way it felt in my hands. It did great with the 24-105. I only sold it because I got an R6.

[@kamilpotato3764]

I bought second hand 6d in really mint condition with about 3000 shutter count for just over 300 quid. It is my first FF camera. So far I have been using xt4 and xt2 which I kept. One thing that I've notice with 6d comparing to xt4 it's that I can bring more details from shadows area on xt4.

[@MichaelJMelo]

I completely agree, I found a Canon 6d at a pawn shop in Vegas. $350 barely touched with a 1,900 shutter count. The color science is so good that I don’t use any of my Sony mirrorless cameras anymore.

[@REMVIZIONN]

Dude I have a a7riii Sony and I just picked this camera up lolll

[@WolfQuantum]

Thought I would do an update. I did get the 6D. Added Tamron 24-70 and 70-200 f2.8 zooms and a 40mm 2.8 STM pancake. It has become my workhorse. The camera I reach for. I had a Sony A7RII for a while that I got for a great price. It even worked great with my EOS lenses with an adapter. It was also a battery hog. I finally realized that for what I'm doing I really don't need 42MP. Maybe because I'm an old film and SLR guy the DSLRs feel right in my hands. Since that post below 2 years ago, I've used that 6D for a variety of tasks including very low light and fireworks. Still an awesome camera and is capable of some nice-sized enlargements. I ended up selling the Sony a6000s. I kept the little a5000 with two kit lenses just because it's cute, fun, and handy. I traded the Sony A7RII for a clean Canon 80D. The 80D covers a few things I want to do a little better than the 6D. Together they are a great combo, though I still grab the 6D first. Yeah, in 2023 the Canon 6D with good glass is still a very usable and capable camera. Maybe when the R6 starts showing up a lot cheaper on the used market I might move to the R6. But it will be a bit.

[@matteoannetta5980]

holy crap how are you not a bigger channel. i saw this video and went to subscribe expecting like a couple hundred thousand subs but nope only about 100. keep up the good work. i just bought one of these.

[@MrCochise71]

I shoot landscapes/environmental landscapes professionally with the 6d. It's fantastic. I have over 500k clicks on it and still going strong. Great in low light. Had it in -20 weather and worked great. Slap nice L glass on the 6d you are set for years. Plus you can print nice large prints.

[@russellscott7733]

That’s awesome! Love how reliable canon camera’s can be when they’re taken care of! Thanks for the insight and for watching!

[@donnalowe5504]

I came across this video while searching for the various feature tutorials and I agree with everything he says .EXCELLENT camera no need t upgrade any further. I used it on a cruise in 2019 and took a photo of the sky and sea which were pitch black and I had to guess where the centre or focal point was .. I clicked the camera and it took a phot which looked like I took it at dusk instead of night .. AMAZING .. I wish I could show you the photo on here in KZbin

[@kamilpotato3764]

I bought second hand 6d in really mint condition with about 3000 shutter count for just over 300 quid. It is my first FF camera. So far I have been using xt4 and xt2 which I kept. One thing that I've notice with 6d comparing to xt4 it's that I can bring more details from shadows area on xt4.

[@Golemisoptics]

I have a Bmpcc4k for my video projects and just recently got a 6D since I use EF lenses on the black magic. Before that I was using a nx3000 for stills. NX now fills like a toy compared to canon. 6D has the added bonus of magic lantern and I have to say that with recent ML sd hacking builds, 1080p14bit raw footage is nice and easy to grade and color match with Black magic footage.

[@lordimages]

going out to buy one tomorrow, thank you

[@russellscott7733]

Thanks for watching! Happy I could help!

[@fallonwentz1808]

Thanks for being so clear about everything from start to finish, on why it’s so great and where you can use it. This is one of the best reviews I’ve ever seen! 🙌🏼

[@sirmalus5153]

One thing to know is a wide angle lens will work better on the 6D than a 7D due to the 7D being a cropped sensor. I have both camera's and the wide angle works MUCH better on the 6D, as it was intended too on all full frame bodies.

[@erik5024]

I'm happy with mine! Just got it used with 7k shutter actuations and zero signs of wear. Paired with my canon 70-200mm f/2.8 and my (just got yesterday) 24-70mm f/2.8 II, it takes awesome sports pictures. Ya, maybe I'll look for a used 5D MkIII, or even a used 1Dx, but this is a great camera to learn on.

[@russellscott7733]

That’s awesome! You’re living the dream, such a great kit you have

[@Morgan_In_Motion]

Good video, I bought one the end of last year and love it. I have a nifty fifty and a 24-105 f4 lens and it's killer, never disappoints!

[@WolfQuantum]

I've been running two Sony a6000s with some nice primes and a zoom for the last few years. Great camera to be sure. However, I've long had a hankering for full frame for a few reasons. I don't shoot action (did that with manual film cameras decades ago) and want more for landscape to much larger prints, lower noise at higher ISO, etc.. I've been watching a 6D at a pawn shop I retired from for sometime now while researching the 6D. It was an awful camo color so no one bought it and it set a long time. Today I found out the ugly camo is a rubber cover over the body. Clean underneath. I put the body in layaway on the spot as it was well reduced in price. Looks like I'll be selling most of, if not all my Sony APS-C gear and drone to pay for a few good pieces of L glass to go with the Canon 6D. I may keep one of the Sony bodies and get a lens adapter to use the L glass. So yeah, the 6D still makes a lot of sense at the start of 2021 if you want full frame and good used glass for things that stand still or move slow. Appreciate the video.

[@fredkeogh9035]

The Canon 6D Mkl only. I was lucky to get the last one at John Lewis Dept stores £1, 200 in 2016 it’s all I will ever need.

[@learngalapate6481]

I just watched this video and I feel good, if I'm doing a video for 6D this is exactly my thoughts about it.

[@TomKirkemo-l5c]

I have used a lot of cameras. I used to live off of photo and teaching it for years. The 5D is a....lovely camerahouse. You just need to get out and know how things work. YOU work a tool, the tool doesn't work you. :) I also have 5D MK2 that I love. :) Just learn how cameraes actually works. :)

[@COSCOSBEATS]

Nice video. I think I’m gonna get a 6D after watching this. I wish you had inserted sample footage + photos though

[@timothybarham6374]

I got mine a few weeks ago at my local used camera shop and I have to say I love it. It fits my hand nicely and feels great.

[@theobgshow]

Thank you such a short, but concise review. You have a great voice and presentation too.

[@russellscott7733]

Thanks man!

[@theobgshow]

I watched many videos recently, deciding whether I goukd get the 6d. Your video sealed the deal.

[@PRISM-Media]

Just ordered mine! So stoked. Thanks for the video 🤙🏼

[@paulgill3785]

Excellent review, just bought an immaculate body 3,000 actuations. You’ve made it crystal clear that I’ve just made the right choice rather than wait and spend a fortune on the R5 or R6. Thanks.

[@ebongrayman7072]

My Man 👊🏾! So so informative. I’m about to buy a used 6D in Australia for $1000 (Which is about US$700) with a nifty 50@1.4, 4500 shutter ct in pristine condition and after watching your review I don’t have any doubts about spending that amount for that camera. I appreciate you bruh… and I’m also a “Canon Head”. Keep your videos comin brother because I’ll be subscribing to you 👊🏾!

[@swiftly.moon_]

Just sold my mirrorless LUMIX G7, hoping to upgrade soon to a Full-Frame! Thanks for the awesome vid, I will for sure be snagging this camera.

[@russellscott7733]

Thanks for watching! You’re gonna love full frame!

[@myidham1984]

6d is a beast for photography. For video not really that good

[@jorgelvs30]

2021 I'm getting one myself after this awesome video.

[@rudraprasadsaha4270]

I bought new 6d in 2019.As it suited my budget.I bought 135 F2 and 70-200 f2.8 iii lenses insted of spending on newer body.

[@Elayzee]

My Canon 6D is the ONLY digital camera I've ever been a fan of. I use my Canon 6D right alongside my 35mm cameras. :)

[@EmtiMT]

Hi Russel, I prefer by far videos like yours, honest and straight forward to the key points ...instead of those longer videos comparing several other new cameras etc... Lot of value in your short video - thanks!

[@TrevorHeathPhotography]

Great video man! 👍

[@chavitavb]

I sold my 7,000 shutter click used 6D to some guy for $500 bucks. It was clean, fantastic condition and mostly used for family and friend events.

[@mdlassel]

i have the 80d and want to get into full frame. I think im going to get this over the RP because of the price :) great vid.

[@nsg89]

What are the newer cameras that have the exact capabilities as the 6D and more?

[@dedskin1]

Full Frame does not have more data , sometimes it has less data , , depends on Bit depth and resolution the most . . Crop Body or DX format can have everything equal or better then Full Frame except Depth of Field , for Depth of Field is a Physical property , not a technical aspect . The bigger the sensor , the bigger the lens you need , the less depth of field you get, or more blur or bokeh . The smaller the sensor , the smaller the lens , the deeper the DOF , until you get to pin hole Lens like on Smartphones an almost everything is in focus . Smartphones have F2 lenses and they do as good in low light as FF cameras , they have as high Photon density per square mm as Full Frame lens that is F2. But its not same Depth of field . That is the only difference . This Depth of field is what gives FF look , and you can make F2 looking picture on Crop Body as you get on FF , if you put F1.2 lens on that DX camera . It would be identical given all else being equal , same lens , same pixel density , same everything , The picture would be the same . problem arises when you want F1.2 look on your DX camera , for that you need F0,8 lens on DX body . And you dont have that . Usually you dont even have F1.8 , let alone F0.8 . So , i was thinking ok im fine with F1.8 look , ill get Crop Sensor , DX , smaller easier , fine . Then i took a look how much DX format F1.2 lens costs , i would need it to achieve F1.8 look on FF . And it costs a lot .IF you can find it . Hence , for me its better to go Canon 6D and then put on it Helios 44 , that i already have , done for 500$ . While if i go for Crop Body , i would need 1000$ just for lens , and even then be limited to F2 on FF kind of look Hence i have to go for FF . And its cheaper , a lot cheaper then DX While it doesn't seam like it is , it is cheaper , a lot . Especially for Canon with all the cheap glass around . This is the most important aspect of FF , one you fail to mention . Because you think F1.2 on DX camera is same as F1.2 on FF . ITS NOT . Its same photon density , same low light performance, but not same Look , not same Depth of field .

[@daswatywenno7678]

Wtf only 11 subscriber? U deserve more. Just tips tag your ig account so people can see photos that u made

[@russellscott7733]

Thanks for watching and the advice! Really appreciate it!

[@clementmajac-garagepassion41]

@@russellscott7733 awesome content

[@AanGozall]

@@russellscott7733 awesome content. Subscribed.

[@b.a.berean9988]

Great video my friend! I own a 6D.... Everything you said is absolutely true. Couldn’t agree more’.... 6d has been and still is a great entry- level full frame DSLR. Although I am thinking about upgrading to a 5D mark iv while I can still get one. Thinking Canon may be going to discontinue the DSLR’s.... at least in the full frame series and concentrate on their new mirrorless system. ??? Will there be a new 5D? I’ll take my chances and get a Mark IV.... still looking at the EOS 6, but still skeptical....I guess we’ll see?!!!? What do you think?

[@thxylivx]

Trading in my T7, kit lens, and my 24mm Ef-s lens for one. Excellent condition, 3,300 shutter count, $390.

[@ratchethoe]

can i ask what website u found that deal or deals like that?

[@athuls.a5779]

Can you suggest where to buy 6d Or any other professional level old camera under 200 dollars please

[@thenexthobby]

Looking hard at this one also. A couple times a year I like to shoot things sports related, and under the worst possible scenario: indoors or in other poor lighting from far away. It's so "specialized" that I basically do not attempt it. Anyway, I know some of the APS-C cameras would be better at the 6D for focusing but not necessarily in low light ... so I'm torn. Once a year my kid races a horse in a location that's poorly lit. We bought the "official" photo of her going around a pole and I peeked at the exif data. Canon 6D, Canon 70-210 f2/8 used at about 175mm wide open at maybe 1/125. We got a usable small print from that but nothing was really sharp. Come to think of it I don't think the photog used a tripod. 'd be tempted to use one with a video head so I could easily pan but not have to support the camera and lens.

[@russellscott7733]

Thanks for watching and for the info! The only thing I can think of for blurryness is shooting at that length of 175 things can get really shaky really fast! Pick one up and if you don’t like it you could always sell it for what you paid or maybe even a small profit!

[@thenexthobby]

@@russellscott7733 I've since picked up a like-new, minty 50D for pennies that's much faster than the truly ancient camera I had previous. There was a 5D on my local FB Marketplace for like $75 but I wasn't quick enough to snag it! The 6D remains out of budget for me. It's funny that I just now got a Canon with a joystick for selecting AF points at a time when you don't need any of that anymore with new cameras with eye-AF. But here's the thing: There will always be a place for certain out of date cameras such the 6D or 5D. It's not as if they'll take worse pictures today than when new in most cases. You just have to use it within its limitations unless and until you can't. If an early full frame came my way I might just hang onto the 50D for what it offers instead regarding AF speed, decent FPS, and some of the nicer EF-S lenses beckon. It would make a great, dedicated macro rig for example with the EF-S 60mm Macro, or have longer reach for sports. I want the EF-S 10-18mm too.

[@jeremypinder4436]

well i had my kodak 110 from 1976 to right now and it broke this morning. but now i'm looking for a new camera something different from what i'm use to. i want a full frame camera cause i want everything and everybody in the picture. everybody talking about the full frame camera i will get one and a canon 80d as well but that's later on down the road. but canon 6d is a great camera and i can put either the tamron 35-150 or the tamron 15-30 and of course i'm going to buy the canon 50mm but i would love to learn more about the canon 6d so any knowledge you have for me please school me

[@OrcaDeLuna]

Bro? What type of mic that you using? It sounds so good...

[@lesliedanielmolina]

YES. I got mine in 2019 for hobby photography. Amazing picture quality. Just get a good lense... L Series and save your money.

[@joshblck1]

Not necessarily true about going back to crop, plenty of people to Fuji over full frame because their bodies and lens are way better than all the other crop cameras.

[@markscott4059]

Still worth in 2021. Found one for $500 and finding hard to pass up. Picture quality ? Current Fuji xt1. Any experience using vintage lenses?

[@pinkninetytwo]

I found this very useful and informative. To the point of why it is still a relevant camera.

[@primelricafrente]

Cool. Whats your recommend astrophotography lens for this?

[@julieanderson1158]

Do you have a link for the Nifty Fifty lens you are using here?

[@myerwerl]

I was deciding between 5d mark ii and 6d, and it says that 6d has af tracking. What is that? Could you demonstrate or explain the feature for me? I scour the interne but theres hardly any mentions of that. Please help me.

[@deanne0991]

Super helpful! I'm sold and really excited for the next level.

[@juicedc2r658]

Hey quick question, I’ve been using the 6D for quite some time now. What would you suggest for someone that wants to move to the next level up?

[@russellscott7733]

Depends on budget...maybe a 5dmk3 or 4 if you want to stay with a dslr

[@m.allmark]

Looking to upgrade from my 60D to full frame and I'm thinking 6D mki

[@yuanpatdu7583]

Nice explanation sir, I’m a beginner, would you recommend me a Canon SL3 or this 6D mark1?

[@myidham1984]

Go with 6d

[@etx007blue2]

6D is amazing for astrophotography for $450, much better low light than 5D II/III.

[@athuls.a5779]

Can you find me a 200 dollar used old semi professional cam pls

[@bhuvansharma201]

on my way to buying 6d

[@mmmmmlemons]

Thanks For the video. I have an M50 and have been looking to buy a 6D to try full frame. I know it will depend on the lens but in good light is there an obvious difference in the quality in photos between the two?

[@russellscott7733]

Thanks for watching! I have an m50 too and the quality in pictures is definitely noticeable!

[@fooliestimecapsule8129]

Would you guys recommend buying the 6D and selling an M50 then? Stuck in this dilemma right now

[@mikem2k6]

Hey, thanks for the video👍. I am struggling with the bulkiness of my setup atm and I think that’s why I am not picking my camera up that much but also consider to get a used Sony A7 iii because of the overall smaller body. I do have the 6d Mark i and a EF 24-105mm f/4 lens. Can you recommend me a good allround lens that is suitable for most everyday shoot scenarios and still being much more compact than the lens I have now? Thanks man 🙏

[@philipquaicoe9514]

Have you tried the 24-70mm f/2.8? although i doubt its more compact

[@rodrigo4379]

dope video, mine still rocks hard :D might get a nikon d750 used but still dont k

[@russellscott7733]

Thanks for watching! The d750 is a sweet camera too! All depends on what you like the most!

[@robstyles2675]

this camera is a marvel I have 2 of them 😂😂

[@Kaleb.R]

Well you save me two grand, been thinking about buying the mark ii but, realistically, the original 6d will let me test the waters and will be a great upgrade from my rebel. Plus I already have a nifty-fifty for it. Good video man, keep it up 👌

[@russellscott7733]

Thanks for watching! It’ll be head and shoulders above a rebel and it’s a great step into full frame! Thanks for the kind words!

[@nobody-mq6qi]

MAYBE YOU MEAN "BRAND NEW"

[@owen9997]

Nice

[@fredkeogh9035]

The Canon 6D MK1 is a no brainier just go for one “

[@timeverett5738]

I bought one in 2024 😂 don't know about "entry level" I've been into photography since film days, we had full frame then, 35mm film 😂

[@wongpantai9710]

Im in doubt between sl2 and 6d, i know nothing about photography, im not into filming, just wanna shoot some babes and being famous in social media, please help me mate 🙏

[@danielhaikal5574]

some babee.. lol haha

[@Mirshant666]

If you want you can visit my ig page, i still use the canon 6d @sebastiancr_ph

[@drewkwabs]

Great advice. I guess I'm gonna switch to a 6d

[@russellscott7733]

Thanks for watching! You won’t regret the 6d!

[@Adriana.Gabriela]

"20mpx sensor (...) still relevant today".... And here I am sitting with a 12 (or 13?) year-old 12mpx crop frame 😂