You can grab yourself a bargain today in the form of old Canon full frame cameras, namely the 5D mark iii and the original 6D. These two oldies are being retired by many professionals to eBay, allowing many more people access to kit that only the upper echelons of the photography had access to back in the day. But they came out in 2012, so would you consider getting one now in 2019?

Nice review, but it sounds like you are saying that a 6D can't be used professionally and is only good for amateurs. I have to respectfully disagree. I started shooting weddings with manual focus/manual wind film cameras, then my first digital was an Olympus E20N (4 shot buffer, raw shooting was not possible, no HSS, and it was $2,000!). When I stopped shooting weddings, I was using a Canon 20D and 10D. There is a youtuber around somewhere that claims he has about 1 million shutter clicks each on a pair of 6D's. I just photographed a wedding with the 6D for the first time and it is VERY much a professional unit, and this thing can practically see in the dark! I don't do video, so I can't speak for that aspect of the camera, but if you do weddings, portraits, sports, landscape, or anything that doesn't require video, the 6D, to me, is an amazing machine. You are right, though, BOTH units are an INCREDIBLE value! I got my 6D with 175 shutter clicks for $750!! What a steal!! Not trying to "crash the party", but just saying that the professional part is in the photographer, not the camera.

It amazes me when people talk about the two card slot, I never used to be able to shoot two rolls of film at the same time, i’m a professional photographer in Los Angeles and I use the 6D all the time for gigs with no issues , nice in-depth information on both cameras!

I have both of these and I will never sell them. I don’t think upgrading my equipment to the new Canon gear will help me improve my photography. That’s what I tell my students that attend our photography workshops. Thank you for your video.

Autofocus: The central focus point in the 6D focuses almost in total darkness what is very useful for example for weddings photographers in many low light situations. Magic Lantern can be installed also in the 6D. The 6D has a better sensor in terms of dynamic range and in my opinion, also in terms of image quality. Greetings.

One thing I'd like to add is both of these two camera's raw files can be opened using the old version of lightroom which means there is no need for the subscription version.

In my opinion the most significant advantage of FF is that you get the most out of fast lenses in low light conditions. These cameras allow you a pathway into FF, but the most significant cost will be the lenses.

Picked up a 6D with a 22k shutter count for $700 AUD or $490 USD! Came with 2 batteries, original box, manuals, etc. So worth it as now I can invest heavy in good lenses! First Full-frame camera too!

No mention of the organic image output of that 6D sensor. Colours and contrast are stunning SOOC . Better than my long gone D610 and was between than my 5DS when I had it. Reminds me of my D700 with better high ISO and higher res. Love the 6D 🤩

I think it is funny how just over 10 years ago people were using the 5D2 for professional events and now people assume that same level of quality would not be ok for an event. I client would not be able to tell the difference between a 5D2 vs a 5D4 images if you get your shots right.

It's November 2020 and the 6D is still a very capable camera. I recently purchased a 5Ds from B&H Photo for $1299, the same price I paid for a new 6D in December 2016.

I went for a 6D, a used 5D Mark III was too near of what I paid for my new 5Ds. The 6D gets me a second body to change lenses much less often, higher iso, wifi remote control - though the 5Ds has an SD card accessory for that, but I will also need an expensive CF card then, and slightly more sensitive center AF point. $350 for a practically new 6D. It’s amazing how inexpensive one can get access to DSLR technology this days. Not only cameras, but pro lenses as well.

Thanks for this comparison. I'm in the market for one of these to do dance stage shots.

Thanks man. Awesome content made by someone who knows - and loves - what he's talking about.

The 6D is an okay camera on mine only the center focus point is reliable. I have seen many 6D’s that have the same problem. The 5D3 is going to absolutely brutally pummel the 6D in the focusing arena. The low light advantage given to the 6D is not real. In fact I prefer the 5D2 iq over the 6D. The 6D can work for you it just not my favorite camera.

Canon 6s sensor size is not smaller because of lower MP...Both are FF, sensor size are the same..

In conclusion "the 6d has wifi and gps, great full frame and better dynamic range, lighter than the 5d3 and built well. but if your a professional then get the 5d3...it has dual card slots and lots of auto focus points." The 6D is the clear winner!

I bought a used 6D about 2 years ago after having never owned a full frame before and I don't know if it was just 'my' 6d but I had a terrible time getting in focus shots at lower f stops. Thought I just stunk at taking pics until I finally went for a 5d mark IV this past January and since then......heaven. Worth every penny of the 1,800 I paid for it. They're even cheaper now. Don't get me wrong, I had a ton of great 6d shots and I have a bad feeling there was just something wrong with mine although it could be I'm just an idiot. Hope others have a better experience because I had high hopes for it and loved it for what it was.

I just brought the Canon 6D and its great. I love it

I am still using a 6d and it is capable of producing superb images. For me , its biggest drawback is the lack of focus points . Focus and recompose works up to a point , but when using wide open fast lenses nailing critical focus can be difficult I am actually thinking about replacing mine with a 5d3.

Thanks for the video. I base my decision mainly on image quality, so I miss the sample pictures in this video. Speaking of image quality, I own two 5D Mark I bodies since 2006 and I worked with them for years. Now It´s time to upgrade my sistem and I will buy a 6D instead of a 5 Mk III, because I consider that it has a better sensor, more similar in image quality to the mavelous sensor of the 5D Mk I, with some features that I need like speed, extended dynamic range, wifi file transfer and a better screen, keeping that film-like output of the 5D Mk I. I´m a photographer from the film era, so I´m glad with the single center cross-type focus point. As you can see, I don´t carevery much about features, because I´ve been working with a camera built in 2005 uo to 2022!!! Image quelity is the main feature that I tend to consider. Greetings.

Old but the choice is relatively simple, video and casual photography 6D, action photography and weather sealing - 5D3. Low price full frame general photography - get a 5D or 5D2. Just bought a mint late production 5D for as little as EUR 135,- I still have my 5D3 - bought new in 2015. More camera than I ever need, that’s why I did not replace it for the 5D4. Use a 70D + STM zooms for video. I also play around with Nikon with an oldie D700 and D800. Don’t make a living with photography, just a hobbyist. Right now thinking about the next gen of mirrorless - which must be capable of using Canon glass. R and RP not there yet, unless at an even lower price, R6 and R5 getting close, but at far too high a price, especially the latter. Waiting another gen. Might pick up a Sony A7iii as a stop gap once the price drops more. I like the R6, but 20mpx just below what I look for in a modern general purpose body, 24-26mpx is goldilocks for me.

I have both and work as a pro The 6D has a much better sensor for very high ISO, the 5D3 is more rugged has better AF and dual card slots, while having a slightly poorer sensor over about 1600 ISO Below that the sensors are virtually identical for IQ If I could only have one it would be the 5D3

Good review and summary. I have both and they are great cameras!

Love both of them

6D takes magic lantern too

You make it sound like the 5D mk3 is the only one that takes Magic Lantern. But the 6D is on the supportlist as well. I just ordered a 6D for €625 with only 2100 clicks. Your review made me go for it. I am interested in trying magic lantern and use if as a bcam for photography next to my x-t3

The 6D has no anti aliasing filter which will result in much sharper images unlike the Mk3 which does have one, just saying . . .

Good day from Tampa Florida Kai. Just found your channel. I have enjoyed two of your videos, so far and I shoot with the 6D. Really enjoyed your review. Be well and stay encouraged!!!

Just bought a 6d with 1041 shutter clicks for 350!

I bought a 6d 2 years ago, chose it over the 5diii purely as I take it away with me and having built in WiFi was essential.

Recently picked up a low count 6d. It has great image quality but I'm not keen on the limited focus points or the lack of joystick or lack of functionality compared to my 7d. While I appreciate the lack of bulk and weight with the 6d , I am very tempted to trade it in on a low mileage 5d3.

Kai, great content, thanks for putting this together to help those in need. The only disagreement I have is that the 6D is excellent for professional jobs, unlike your opinion of it. I don't want to discourage people or force them out of their budget when the 6D can certainly handle professional jobs. I have several magazine covers in the US, and three additional magazine covers in the UK, all shot with a 6D. Not looking for clout so I won't post where I can be found.

6D can film RAW with magic lantern aswell

I'm using 750d t6i now, considering 5d3 age ,it was still better than my t6i

Both are amazing 5d m3 has two card slots. They both have amazing colors but 6d has little better character and sharper because filter in sensor is almost not there

Why compare specs and not actual photos? So annoying 😩😭.

Thank you for the fantastic video, mate!

Canon 6D & 5D3 use DIGIC 5+ not DIGIC 5, big difference.

6D has always had Magic Lantern available. But you need to run the camera on v 1.16 firmware to use it.

Great comparison! Quite clever

Solid video. Great comparison, would love to see some sample photos and footage. I recently upgraded our 6D to the 5D mk4. Much better all around. However, the 6D is solid. Just make sure if you buy used, you get it looked at. We got our 6D used and the flange was warped which caused images to be out of focus. Costs $250 US to get the issue fixed by canon. Decided to upgrade instead. My strong recommendation is to look at the m50 or the SL3 vs a used 6D mk1. Around the same price, you lose the full frame but the other features make up for it. Better quality image, auto focus, flip out screen and touch. Sharper image as well vs the 6D.

Good video - Magic lantern also works on the Canon 6D (and 7D). cheers

Serious question, why the 5D Mark III over the 5D Mark II? They're essentially the same damn camera, and the Mark II is significantly more affordable.

I have come across a Canon 5 D M II with only 877 shutter uses, for a decent price. Unfortunately the MII only has a CF card slot and not a duel slot.

A full frame sensor would be really nice, but I stick to my 80D. The flip screen is so comfortable ^^ But I´m just a hobby photographer. Probably one day I will get the 6D Mark II (I really don´t know why this model got so much bad response...).

Great advice! Thanks.

can you make a video as camera buying guide that will help the beginner to buy right camera for them please..? thank you

You mean Headphone output , aint much use from headphone input port ,

Great video that i was finding.

FYI second hand and refurbished are not the same thing.

Well said.

I want you to do one on the canon 6d mark 2 and a old one the canon 400d came out 2006 it takes great pictures but i think i need a better lens. I like the 5d mark 3 cause its good in low light situations and I love how big it is

Thank you very much for the video, very usefull

This is very helpfull, thankyouu!

Used for a pretty decent price: people sell their 5d for 2.5k and it has less than 3000 triggers

Intéressant

I have a 6d and my sd card reader is not working anymore and it's quite expensive to replace it. So i was wondering if it's better to buy a new 6d or buy 5d mark III. I was happy with the 6d but if buying the 5d mark III is an upgrade i'm considering it..

Your said that you wont take the 6D for professional jobs. Why not?

Beautiful review i love it

Really great video

Hello, I hope you are well. I have a Canon 5d mark 4 camera. When recording a movie, the camera shutter speed is not less than 500 and it has more. Is there a solution or not? What is the problem?

6D can do raw video with ml too :/

Dude, how about webcam functionality? Will they do it? I'm thinking about scoring a 6D on CL but only if I can use it as a webcam. Do tell sir,,,,do tell. Thank you.

Could you please review Sony A7. Thank you.

Both old technology, but still do the job, you've got to work the focus though, and the HD pictures is not as sharp as more modern canons like the markiv. I still use my from time to time !

What kind of camera your using to film this video? I need it

What is the name of the app that can be used to operate the camera on a smartphone?

Love your video question 5d mark iii vs 6d mark ii which one do I get I’m upgrading also I don’t need it for video

Can you do a video on the 5DS R?

Can we shoot feature film by 6d without magic laltern and without cinema lenses

Great review exactly what I needed

If they are reflex why we can see the aiming on the screen ?

can you use a canon eos 6d 20.2 with a canon 24-70mm f/2.8ii ? please answer

Hey make a video about Canon 80d vs 6d in 2020

Hi, I have both of them.Using the 6D as the second backup camera. The problem i have is, my telephoto zoom lens is EF 70-300 F4-F5.6 L IS USM. Which should I upgrade first? 6D to 5d mark iv first, or upgrade 70-300 to the 70-200? I have 24-70 f2.8 L ii & 16-35 F4 IS USM

what is your thoughts on sony a68?

hello friends i have canon 600d i am curious one thing 600d vs 6d any there difference so much between sorry my english

As a film shooter with NO autofocus at all. Hearing people bitch about slow auto focus makes me crack TF up. For fashion, portrait, headshot and event photography, the 5d mark ii/iii are still extremely viable cameras. The latitude is JUST fine as well. If you're overblowing highlights THAT much, you probably shouldn't be messing with professional level cameras to begin with. The mark ii and iii handle overblown highlights very well. Even 6,000 usd digital cameras today still barely touch the latitude of 35mm film, let alone medium format film. Moral of this story? LEARN TO PROPERLY EXPOSE YOUR IMAGES QUICKLY AND EFFICIENTLY. I stopped listening to gear heads and people with GAS. They're dumber than a bag of bricks and argue to hell to justify why they spend so much money on gear, whilst being mediocre photographers.

How’s live view focus on them? I’m mainly a landscape photographer

For photography these cams are great options, but for video the internal h.264 is very soft and mushy and totally not up to par with the Sony A7S, that also shoots 1080@60fps and 720@120fps, all for the same price as the 5d3 or 6d. And yes you can record RAW with the 5d3 but that will require fast expensive memory cards and gives you huges files. while the A7s shoots the same sharpness straight out of the box ;) And if you want fullframe for cheap you can also consider getting an Canon M50+speedbooster or Sony A6300+speedbooster, in the same price range and then you have usable auto-focus in your video's. 5d raw vs internal comparison to see the shitty stock 5d3 footage: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eJuAZJaa3qeupps.html

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