Отзывы о Фотоаппарат Canon EOS 60D Body

I remember at the launch of this camera body, how reviewers hammered Canon for "downgrading" the XXD series with the 60D. After all, it was the first body to do away with the magnesium alloy for plastic.. OH NO! Actually, I think it saved some weight, and who throws around their camera gear anyway? I do, actually. I am a professional wedding photographer, and sometimes I have to shed one setup for another quickly. Yet, this baby was a great, inexpensive backup to my 7D, and complement to our full frame 5D II rigs.As far as the focusing system is concerned, sometimes fewer AF points are a better option. For instance, when shooting in low light with a shallow depth of field at f1.2, I would much rather have the quickness of selecting a single point from just 9 instead of the 19 on the 7D. And the difference between image quality in the two bodies is negligible in my opinion. Plus the swivel screen comes in handy when creating more artistic angles from on the floor or up very high, shooting over someones shoulder, etc. I wish the full frame cameras from Canon offered the swivel screen.In all, this is a camera that works well for the amateur who wants to put the camera in auto mode and shoot away, to the seasoned pro who is looking for a quick draw, low-light, artistic shot. Nice job again, Canon! Excited for the new 6D!

my last SLR was a Film one Elan IIe. enjoyed it much with various lenses. this time it was time to switch to DSLR though was having other canon and sony Digital but non SLRs.This indeed a great buy, for everyday usage to pro, it just works! settings available as many as one needs, easy to use, flip LCD display an asset, cost is just great, and the pictures just look great!.I tried playing around with the included lens - 18-135 IS, pictures are great, but I wasnt impressed. The lens is handy, good for day to day use, but if you have a quality perspective, this lens may not be the right choice.I upgraded to 70-300 L F4-5 IS. And wow, the pictures ROCK. it has become now though sort of my daily lens on this Camera, i am hunting for other lenses.LCD menu control is easy, as are the controls. My previous IR remote works pretty well, flash is just good for close shots, and ISO is great - but achive good results one needs a better lensPros:1. just handy2. good weight to dimension ratio3. Good grip4. Good set of menus5. Full auto mode is great as are other picture modes6. Live picture works great7. RAW and JPEG modes are great - just a caution, RAW eats memory by default, so try to get large SD cards8. Video shooting is simple and HD quality is great.9. back control are good, as are top right controls for ISO, focus, metering etc.10. Battery life is excellent! One charge keeps my camera on standby for 15+ days. still retains more than 70% charge.Cons:1. Video mode - is not auto focus. Manualy focus is required all the time.2. didnt find yet any other ones that have an impact for pro and daily use.

I've been shooting with a Digital Rebel XT for 8 years, and it was finally time to spring for an upgrade. During my time with the Rebel I shot lots of family events, nature stuff, several weddings, senior portraits, and studio portraits. Its been a solid performer, but I really wanted to move up a line into the "better than rebel line but not in the full-frame huge $$ line".What a difference. Everything feels solid and high-quality. Even the shutter sounds more precise. The sensor performance is superb, and when paired with the Speedlite 430EX II, which I also picked up in this purchase, I feel empowered again--like with I first got my Rebel.Highly recommended!

I purchased this camera for my birthday which was in march of this year and since then I've been putting it through is paces...i consider myself as an advance amateur...I've taken quite a few pics and i must say the picture quality is excellent once you make the proper adjustments...shutter speed is as expected...you can set to 3 fps or crank it up to 5 fps. Internal flash is fairly good (although i highly recommend you purchase an external speedlite)..the internal flash acts as master which is good if you can't afford a master speedlite like myself. the only down side so far is the weight of the camera...not to mention when you add the lens and the external flash....but on the flip side this is a good thing because you know its a solid built camera. Overall I'll give it 4 1/2 stars......

I bought this camera new from Amazon. My first copy came with a dirty viewfinder and a SD card slot eject spring that was broken. I immediately sent it back to Amazon and got a replacement shipped to my door next business day (awesome service!). So my second copy came in pristine condition, except for the 346 clicks already on the shutter (according to EOScount). Are these cameras really being sold as new?Seeing that this was a replacement for my T3 (retro-grade?), I immediately went to work pixel-peeping and comparing shots. While I was not able to find any obvious variance in picture quality between the 2 cameras, I did find that pictures taken with the 60D at ISO 1600 had noticeably more noise than those taken with my T3 (using the same lens, same camera settings (on-board NR and ALO disabled), same lighting and test subject, all RAW shots taken on a tripod. Not convinced, I took 2 more test shots with different subjects and different lighting. Same results. The shots taken with the T3 were noticeably less noisy at ISO 1600. While this may not be a huge deal, considering how we have all been lectured at some point about the evils of shooting at that high an ISO, it's certainly worth noting.The truth of the matter is that for $700 less than the cost of a 60D, you can get the same, if not slightly better images (at ISO 1600) from a T3.There is no debating, however, that the 60D is a well-built camera. The shutter sound alone leaves no doubt as to its intended durability. The image quality is great...in fact, it's just as great as the less pricey, albeit plasticy T3!If you're considering a 60D, and build quality, burst rate, top panel LCD, and dedicated controls are selling points for you, then definitely buy one (like I did). On the other hand, if your main objective is to take great pictures, and you don't mind the consumer-grade interface and plasticy feel, then a T3 (or T3i, if you want more substance) will deliver the same results.

This is a fantastic camera, and a great first DSLR. I say that because if it is your first, you will not be comparing the control layout with your old XXD or XXXD, and that seems to be an issue with some.Most of my shooting is in M or Av mode. I find the controls easy to work with, and use the top LED and control buttons almost exclusively, but now and then I'll use the q-menu. Over all, I find the controls easy to use.The 18-200 kit lens is useful for outdoor shooting, but for indoor stuff you will want a better prime. I went with an older version of the "nifty fifty" with the metal mount and range meter. Since this is a crop sensor camera, a 50mm lens behaves like an 80mm, so I find myself needing to back away from my subject often. I think a prime in the 20-30mm range and f/1.4 would be useful in a lot of situations. In general, you should determine why you are buying the camera. If you want to take lots of outdoor shots (birds, wildlife etc) get the body only and buy a nice 300M zoom. If you are going to take lots of indoor shots (family gatherings, baby etc) get the body only and a wide aperture prime in the 20-50MM range (a wide aperture lets more light in so you don't need a flash as often, and yields that nice soft focus "bokeh" effect). If you want to be ready to shoot a variety of situations right out of the box and don't mind using the flash indoors, then pick a kit lens and go with it. I would not recommend the 18-55 kit lens though...you will bump against its limitations very quickly, even if you are a beginner like me.Video on this thing is amazing, and I didn't even consider that when I bought the camera! Beware file size though. 2 minutes of 1080 @ 30FPS left me with an 800+meg .mov file. I think there is a 4 GB limit on video file size, so figure you will get 5 minutes of continuous shooting at that definition and frame rate. That will be enough for most applications, unless you are filming a wedding or childbirth and don't want to stop shooting, in which case you could film at 720p or standard definition.Playback through the included cable is so so, so get yourself a mini HDMI to HDMI cable on Amazon or Monoprice (should cost $5-$10) and prepare yourself to be amazed by the resolution and image quality. I would also recommend a program called Any Video Converter, which enables you to change the resolution and format of your video to suit different hardware (iphones, droids, youtube etc). Imagine uploading a 4GB file to YouTube, for example. You can download the program for free, and then pay $40 bucks to be able to use the full menu set.The only negative about this camera is that the auto focus in video mode and live view mode is borderline useless. In live view mode, it is so slow that everyone else would have got the shot with their point and shoot cameras before the 60D settles down and takes the picture. As for Video, I don't think AF works once you start shooting, so if you zoom or your subject moves, you have to stay on top of it. I don't shoot in live view mode and I am getting the hang of manual focus during Video (it is actually a creative outlet) so I'm fine with these shortcomings. From what I can tell, they are software based and related to the video codec...so it is possible that a firmware upgrade will address these issues.

Coming from and point and shoot this was a bit more camera than I expected, and being the novice photographer that I am it was a bit intimidating at first. I'm still learning it and loving it. I would definitely recommend it.

There are more "Pros" than "Cons" here folks, be you a Pro, Am, or Wannabe...Cons1. No PC Sync (definite step down for me; I like to have the option if I happen to run out of batteries for the PW's...if you've been using the EOS Rebel series, this is a "no biggy")2. I don't like the fact that I you can't delete multiple items at the same time without formatting the card3. The battery life seems a little less that the BP511's from my 30 & 40d's4. Personally not very crazy about the "vid" option being all the way on the opposite side of the LOCKING selection dial5. Still not made for left-handers...I know, I know, I know...Again, most of my "Cons" are personal, quirky things that I probably wouldn't be complaining about had I had the money to invest in the 7D or 5Dii, which I will in time (with exception of the "left-handed" issue)...I didn't take the time out to gripe about the plastic body or the size of the cam or it's slightly-slower-than-8fps performance; I bout an OEM battery grip and I'm being more patient to get the shot that most important. These were things I knew going into the purchase and really aren't enough to hinder me from getting another cam if I ever really needed to.Pros1) cam and vid capabilities2) 6400+ ISO3) noticeable improvements in white balance compensation4) great horizon finder5) the RC-6 remote actually works6) exquisite CANON craftsmanship (processors, res, articulating monitor, functionality, lots of very kool "tricks" it can do if you like "tricks"...I really could go on...)7) really easy to use8) for all of you who simply refuse to read the Owner's Manual, there are some really kool "cheat sheets" for you (lol)9) priceNo, It's not a 7D or a 5Dii and truly not a 1DS/V, BUT, if you're down to only 1 cam and it happens to get stolen and you didn't have it insured, THIS IS A VERY GREAT OPTION to get you back in the saddle! FYI: You're going to need to make a small investment in SDHC or SDXC cards if you've used CF's in the past. The manual tells you Class 6 or better, but if you're going to be doing any real level of vid production, don't even waste the time with anything less than a Class 10 card (20mb's or faster)Oh yeah, it arrived on time and well packaged. Thank you to the seller for excellent work to get it here in a due and timely manner.

I finally plunked down the money for the upgraded camera. I had the old rebel XS..did well but I take a lot of sports shots and I was missing too many, especially during night games. I saw all the reviews, and even that one on line video of this camera vs the T4i.. I am not a pro, but from what I was able to do with this camera..well worth the upgrade. I use with my 400mm IS lens and even in low light I get great shots. I guess it depends on who you ask, but I felt like this was in between the Rebel series and Canon's pro line, like the 7D. A little heavier than the rebels but noticeably lighter than their pro lines. Battery holds charge well, only have charged it once and have taken almost 1000 shots.No complaints so far

I will keep this short and sweet, I ADORE this Canon 60D! I think the 18-135 IS lens is pretty sharp and has great depth of field. I combine this lens w/macro extension tubes to do macro work and they came out perfect for me personally. I posted customer images to show what I mean :) I highly recommend this camera+lens combo!

I don't need to write a thesis in this review to say how amazing this DSLR camera is. All that I can say is that, so far, I'm very happy with the performance of this camera. I previously owned the Canon Rebel XSi (or 450D, for Europe) and this is definitively the next step for those who intend to upgrade and keep evolving in the digital photography world. By the way, I've personally bought this camera for the video feature, and it doesn't disappointed at all. But moreover, you can achieve beautiful shots with this camera, probably at the same level than the Canon 7D or either the Nikon d7000.

I purchased this camera because I give my Rebel Xti to my daughter. I know that the 70d is in the market but for me the 60d is an excellent upgrade for less money.

I recorded off this camera and try to playback some of the image, but they would randomly erase, even when i switch the SD card

After seeing me drool over an SLR, my Wife gave me a 60D for my birthday =DWe really wanted to order from Amazon, but Newegg had a better deal at the time for the kit, so we went with them. Bad news is the first one arrived defective. The card slot kept sticking and would not release my memory card. The real defect was the charger that flat out wouldn't work.Before returning for a replacement unit, I tried Canon customer support in hopes of a speedier resolution since our Anniversary was only 2 days away and we wanted to capture the celebration in SLR style. Jeff from Canon Support could not have been more understanding, he quickly arranged to have a new battery overnighted to us (suspecting it was a battery problem at first). We received the battery the next morning only to realize the charger was the culprit. We didn't get to use the 60D on our Anniversary, but we greatly appreciate the care we received from Canon Support and don't regret the purchase.When we finally received the 60D replacement, everything was wonderful. The memory card slot didn't stick like the first model and the charger worked as expected, but now we had an extra backup batter--complements of Canon Support. This was our first SLR and we were looking for something that could handle low-light and take better action shots than our Canon SD870is point-and-shoot. The 60D simply delivers!...as it should, considering the price. The autofocus system is very quick and pictures have much better color accuracy...objects simply POP with detail and contrast! I love the continuous burst mode, inspiring confidence that you won't miss the action. Especially useful is the ease of adjusting shutter speed and ISO settings to compensate for dim environments. I found the controls very intuitive.Although it's often stated that kit lenses aren't very good, I really like the 18-135mm included lens. To me, it provides superb clarity and detail. I'm really glad it has image stabilization to smooth out shakes and the zoom range is great enough to cover the majority of shooting we'll do.Haven't really had a chance to test out the movie mode, but it definitely was a feature that swayed me towards the 60D over the Nikon D7000. Because I do plan to use this camera for video 1/3 of the time, I really enjoy having the articulating screen. It's been useful with just still photos. I do believe the D7000 is flat out a better camera and I like its more sophisticated autofocus system, dual memory cards, movie mode auto focus, higher ISO range, and 100% viewfinder but the kit was more than what we wanted to spend. On top of that, I really don't know if I would be able to tell that great of a difference in image quality between the two, DxOmark scores be damned.With it's 5.3 fps burst mode, great low light performance, quick autofocus, myriad video framerates, and articulating screen, the Canon 60D easily exceeds our needs and motivates me to take more pictures and improve my photography technique(s). We received incredible support from Canon after purchase and easily recommend the EOS 60D!There are 2 things I would change about the camera, though. I wish the viewfinder was 100%, as it's a little annoying finding extra objects in the picture afterwards. As much as I do love the 60D, I also really really wish it didn't have the mode dial lock. Having to depress a button at the center of the dial before you can turn the mode dial is very cumbersome and irritating. I fear I'll break the mode dial someday simply because I forgot to hold down the unlock button.

I upgraded from the Canon T3, and am so happy I did. I was worried that for the price difference, I wouldn't notice as much of a quality difference as I expected, but you can definitely tell! The setup of the camera is slightly confusing, and takes a bit to get used to it and to figure out how to adjust the settings (or maybe I was used to my T3!), but it gets easier over time. Very happy with my upgrade.

I finally traded up from a Canon 20D bought in 2006. This new 60D camera is solid and very well thought out. Build quality is excellent, sensitivity is phenomenal, and picture clarity is first rate. I thought of moving up to a full frame format digital SLR, but the price difference, for me, was too great. I use a camera mostly for family travel, portraits, events and landscapes. I do some sports shooting as well. I couldn't be happier with this purchase!

I am getting back into Photography and decided to go with the Canon EOS 60D. This camera is excellent. Starting out in fully programmed mode, it takes great pictures with no effort at all. Starting to experiment with Aperture Priority and Manual mode is more challenging because the range of options can be a bit overwhelming. I am looking forward to learning how to handle all of the options that tis camera offers and I am sure it will do everything that I want.

Got this camera for Christmas as an upgrade over my 20D. I gave it 4 stars because while it's overall quality is a lot better than my 20D, I feel some of the useful things on my 20D have been thrown out the window. For example, when shooting in AV mode on AEB -3,0,+3 the most time it will keep the shutter open for is 30" on 100 ISO, regardless of the exposure. This was extremely frustrating as my 20D you could set an AEB in AV mode of -2,0,+2, and shoot on 100 ISO and it wouldn't limit the time. It would automatically calculate the time and snap the proper exposures. Now I do know how to get the same pictures using the Bulb function (B), at the time I was shooting I didn't have my remote so I couldn't do bulb shots. I have been using Bulb mode to shoot HDR pictures in low light though because if there is a way around the 30" limit in AV mode I have yet to figure it out. Many of the other functions are great though! I let my girlfriend use the camera to take pictures of a basketball game, she didn't have much knowledge of cameras so I just put it on sport mode, and it did it's wonders! The overall quality of all the images I take is great! There is small amounts of noise on surprisingly high ISOs which is quite impressive. I use this camera a lot in low light, and I am impressed every time. The video quality is also quite well, the sound not so much. If you want to use this camera for video, make sure to have a plug in mic or other means of recording sound. I shot some quick video in very low light, and my subject turned out quite well, with good quality. In the end this camera deserved the 4 stars because of the problems I have experienced in AV mode, which was the main mode I would shoot in. I would STRONGLY recommend this camera to anyone and everyone. My friend is buying one soon after shooting with it. Make sure to get a wireless remote for it too (though the IR sensor is on the front of the camera and it doesn't seem to pick up the signal too well from behind the camera)!

I have learned photography for several years shooting film on Contax cameras, which have wonderful ergonomics and excellent lenses. However, the time delay and inconvenience of developing film (especially for a busy student like myself) meant that I was shooting less and less as time went on.However, I realized that if I bought a Canon DSLR, I would be able to adapt my manual-focus Zeiss lenses to it for great image quality and a low price. However, I had several criteria: I wanted a decent viewfinder (bright and large), I wanted a larger grip than a Rebel provides, and I was on a budget. The 40D and 50D passed me by, because whenever I held one, I simply didn't like the ergonomics: the top LCD was cluttered, I disliked the 8-way controller, and CF cards were a pain.I would be able to overcome those issues if I were up to purchasing a 5D mark II, but that was considerably out of my budget.The 7D looked promising too, but there were several critical flaws: It has a non-interchangeable focusing screen, and it cost a bit too much for my liking.However, when the 60D came out, I knew I had to have one for several reasons:It has a pentaprism finder of decent size.It has a swivel screen (My point-and-shoot has one and it's indispensable!).The camera took SD cards, which my laptops can read without a USB card reader.The body is lighter than any of the xxD or xD cameras that preceded it.So, I tried one in a store, and it fit my hand so perfectly that I decided to buy it as soon as the price dropped. So, a month later, the price dropped a hundred dollars and I bought it, and I could not be happier.The 18-135 lens, which isn't really the sharpest lens in the Canon stable, is an ergonomic gem. The zooming on this lens is so smooth and even, and the feel of the zoom grip is just outstanding: not tacky or liable to peel, but not slippery either. Focusing was fast enough for me.The camera itself can take pictures at ridiculously low light conditions: I mounted my Contax 50/1.4 lens on the 60D (with an adapter) and took a photo of a deer, without flash, AT MIDNIGHT. I could never even dream of doing that with a film camera.The grip is incredibly comfortable that I can hold the camera for hours without fatigue.IQ is extremely good, in both photos and video (720p video does have aliasing, though).The battery lasts essentially forever unless you do live-view shooting.The camera hardly slows down its picture-taking.The button arrangement is excellent for one-handed use: I could never get used to the left-handed buttons on the 7D and 5Dii when I tried them. Plus, the top plate buttons are single-function, and the new 8-way controller is outstanding for navigating menus.I use the Ef-S focusing screen in it for manual focusing my fast Contax primes, but the finder is still a bit unsharp. That's my main problem with the camera, but I'm planning on remedying that with a viewfinder magnifier: I hope it works well and doesn't obstruct the swivel screen.Overall, if you want the best compromise of image quality, camera ergonomics, performance, and price in the entire Canon lineup, this is it.

So far so good. Learning the changes and additions since the 40D. Recommend some instruction. Watching a video class or two and then practicing has been helpful

I bought this as a second body (I already have a Canon 1DS Mark ll) but I think this will be my primary camera from now on. I compared that 60D and the 7D side by side and it really seems like for the price the 60D was a better option for my budget.

I purchased this camera as an upgrade from T2i. This camera is a good upgrade from the T2i or older rebels, not really an upgrade from the 40D or the 50D.After playing with it for about a week, the things I like about it compared to the T2i are as follows. Like the T2i , the 60D is also light weight but it doesn't feel cheap in the hands. The ergonomics is much better with the larger grip and very well laid out buttons. The faster shutter speed (5.3 versus 3.7 fps), articulating LCD screen, brighter view finder and faster auto-focus (faster than my friend's 5D mk2) made it really worth the $200 upgrade from the T2i.Why I chose the 60D over the 7D, other than the $400 difference in price? The 60D and 7D uses the same CMOS sensor so the image quality should be the same. The 7D is much heavier than the 60D, I know it has magnesium alloy but I don't plan on dropping my camera. Being able to use SD card instead of CF card is a big factor, more cost savings since I don't have to buy additional cards for the new camera. Having the SD card slot also allows me to use the Eye-fi X2, which, with the iPad allows for instant and better viewing of the pictures. I can take more pictures from the same battery pack as the 7D. The 60D also has better HD video recording capabilities. With it's articulating LCD screen you don't have to hold the camera right in front of your face the whole time, you can hold it with your arms at 90-degree angle which is more stable if you don't have a tripod handy. Additionally, you can set the microphone level on the 60D. Something that is not a very obvious change was the placement of depth-of-field preview button, it is now at the bottom so you can control it with your fingers of your left hand rather than the thumb, which makes it a bit easier to use with larger zoom lenses such as the 70-200 F2.8L. The only main downgrade from 7D is the slower shutter speed but I don't do a lot of sports photography and 5.3 fps is plenty fast for wild life. That and the 19 focus points versus only 9 on the 60D.The things I don't like about it so far are the following. The video mode is all the way to the other side of the dial and you have to turn it 360-degrees if you're shooting in manual mode. The live view focusing speed is so slow and it's almost useless to have the articulating LCD when shooting in weird angles. The directional buttons are clunky compared to the joystick on the 7D so most of the time I'm using the dial on the top next to the info panel instead.

From the time I was 14 until I turned 50 in 2000, I was a dedicated "film" camera nut. In 1990, I graduated to a serious Nikon film camera and two quality lenses, a standard zoom and a telephoto zoom. Reluctantly, as the digital chatter started to fill most camera club discussions and magazines, I started to experiment with two advanced digital point-and-shoot cameras with a minimum of 10X optical zooms... each for a period of 4 years. The die was cast at that point, and I sadly found a storage spot for my beloved film gear. The second of the point-and-shoots was the Canon PowerShot S5 IS with the articulating LCD screen. I cannot begin to tell you the value of an articulating digital LCD screen that allows you to capture an eye level image of a blossom without the need to sit on the ground to do so. Or, capture several hours worth of a full lunar eclipse with a tripod mounted camera at a nearly overhead celestial body. That tilted screen made the job easier and saved lots of neck pain. So, from 2009 through the end of January (2011), I labored over which DSLR/lens combinations would take my "mad money". Being a Nikon man carried the ball, but I wanted that articulating LCD screen. Like buying a car, sometimes the little things carry the day.On February 1, 2011, I became the proud owner of a Canon DSLR. I purchased the Canon 60D body and two Canon "L" lenses: the f4 24-105mm IS USM standard zoom and the f2.8L 70-200mm IS II USM telephoto zoom. Sure, the camera body was significant, but lens quality takes your images to the NEXT level. I was confident with the decision, and now after a month of serious practice with the 60D/lens combinations, I am getting VERY satisfying image quality...sharp or soft depending on the subject. Not only does the camera body have the necessary articulating LCD screen, it allows me as much control as I choose...from full auto to standard settings, to the zone where I live...aperature-priority and shutter-priority. Living along the Atlantic Flyway, February can be a challenging month weather-wise but the Canon 60D and the lenses proved to be up to the task, especially when the first and last hours of light give you some truly spectacular wildlife opportunities and remarkable sunrises and sunsets.Just know that I don't spend my money recklessly and I expect results when I put my money down. Without a doubt, this camera body passed the February test in all kinds of lighting and temperatures ranging from 15 degrees to 65 degrees. I did little here to address the 60D's specs, but I now know this camera is not a Rebel and it's not a 7D. The controls and advanced features truly put the 60D in its own niche. If you want the specs, check the review by dojoklo dated Sept. 20, 2010.Bottom line: This camera is a good fit for a sports enthusiast, a dedicated nature/landscape lover, and the individual with a vision of digitally capturing "gallery" quality images. You are IN CONTROL with the 60D in your hands.

This is not a bad camera it takes great photos and videos i have had this camera for 11 months now but now it will not power on and the Battery indicator just flashes good thing it is still within warranty so im sending it back to canon for repair but other than that its a nice camera.

I had been looking at the Canon 60D kit with the 18-135 lens for several months on Amazon, trying to get to the point to spend $1199 on a camera when the price jumped up to $1299 on the combo unit. I suspect the nuclear plant problems in Japan were the reason for the price hike. But my local Best Buy had an ad that didn't expire until the end of the week with the same combo for $1199 plus 6.5% tax and I purchased the 60D locally from Best Buy. I prefer doing business with Amazon, but I saved $30 or so (though I paid $70 or so more than if I had gone ahead and bought from Amazon a week earlier) plus got instant gratification. Several of the other reviews referred to the need to read the owner's manual, which I have been doing for several weeks now. I'm still working in the "programmed" modes, learning how to use the camera, and trying to increase my skill level in using this equipment. I have subsequently bought a 50mm F1.8 Canon lens, extra lens caps, straps, UV filters, 2 16GB class 10 SD cards, and lens cap retainers from Amazon. My photography days go back to 1964 with an Asahi Pentax SLR Spotmatic with 50mm, 28mm, 135mm, and 300mm lenses (a Spotmatic is in the Kodak Museum in Rochester, NY) and a Strobonar flash....I am truly a dinosaur with long film experience in 35mm and medium format cameras.I do a lot of work in courthouse records and archival records and the flip-out screen is almost a necessity. My two previous cameras (both Sonys) were selected for that one attribute. The Canon 60D's flip-out screen has a very good image.IMO, the Canon 60D is the best piece of equipment I've ever owned, so far. My previous, now backup, camera is a six-year-old Sony R1 (10MP high level point and shoot)... a really good piece of equipment.. which now feels less than acceptable. My initial test shots were of a blue heron about 150 feet across a canal and I could enlarge the images to clearly see his iris in the eye. I then put the camera on the "program" mode for sports and made a noise to cause the heron to fly. The camera started taking shots and didn't stop until I let go of the button..just flat amazing! The only "minus" I have found is the diopter adjustment.. it doesn't go as far as I really need and I'll purchase a converter lens to adapt to my left eye.. a really nit-picking "minus" and not applicable to most folks, I believe.It's now apparent that I'm going to have to get a "Canon" tattoo somewhere because I've become a believer.... I suspect I've bought more camera than I really need and would have been very happy with the T3i.. but I'm just very happy with the Canon 60D. I appreciate very much the other reviewers who shared their experiences on Amazon as they helped me in my buying process

I previously had the Canon Rebel T3i and the 60D is a HUGE improvement! I am just starting out on my photography journey and started a small business. This camera is so amazing and I love the photo quality!

I moved up from a Rebel XS to purchase the 60D. I'm not a pro, just a hobbyist, so i couldn't justify a huge expense.This camera is amazing. I'm not going to to dazzle you with specs that most of you don't even care about.What i love most- The articulating screen is a must. Some people are going to tell you its just waiting to get broken, but if you are that hard on your camera than you shouldn't be looking at more solid bodies anyway. The live view is great, the autofocus is fairly quick, not quick enough to get young kids, but it will allow you to go around a party and composed shots. you will get much better pictures since your subjects wont be so shy. I also like the fact that it will give me a real time view to what my setting will do to the picture, for instance if i adjust my shutter speed or aperture the live view will dim or get brighter so that i have a good idea what the shot will look like, so I'm not wasting my time chimping. I can just compose, shoot and move on.The ISO range is a definitely plus over my old XS that only went to 1600 and was very noisy. i can shoot at 3200 or 6400 and remove the extra noise easily if i need to in post processing. this combined with a 50mm 1.8 give great shots that aren't blown out with a flash. Perfect for indoor candids.The weight - This camera has more size and weight than the XS did, although it feels way better in my hand. After holding this and picking up the XS, the XS feels cheap. While the XS was great because it was so light, this doesn't weigh too much more. Now put on the kit 18-135 and you feel feel its girth but its a solid lens with metal threads. I put my 50mm f1.8 and is feels not too much heavier than the XS but way more comfortable.HD video - from my initial sampling , its very easy to use and looks great, especially since you get to use good glass.Burst rate - great for kids, this thing will rip off 5 pics per second in RAW! It will lock up the camera for a few seconds while it transfer all that data to the card, not that i used my old SD card and haven't tried it with a faster card.The 18-135 f/3.5-5.6 IS lens - The XS kit was 18-55 and i had the 55-250mm. I hated switching lenses. One of my reason for upgrading was to get this lens. Now i can walk around an shoot, no lens switching. Yeah i don't have the reach anymore, but this camera has a bigger image sensor and i can go to 135mm and crop and get similar quality to the XS at 250mm. plus its way more solid than the XS kit lens. it has metal threads and has way better build quality.I'm not even scratching the surface to what this camera can do. if you are looking at an upgrade, this camera doesn't cost too much more than the t2i or t3i (when it comes out) and definitely worth a look to you. if you need a probody and specs, look elsewhere, but if the Rebels seem to be lacking, this is the camera for you.

This camera is not just a great value at the price, but a genuine pleasure to use. It's true that as my first DSLR, I can't compare it to owning anything else, but I have used others, and this definitely compares well.Solidly built. I have bumped this camera around all over New Mexico for 6 months, with no problems. I got the 18-135mm kit lens, and it is simply superb. I do not think I would have been happy with the 18-55mm kit. This rig is a handful, but I don't mind lugging it around. I use a hand grip strap and much of the time when in a target-rich environment, I just leave it strapped onto my hand fairly comfortably, at the ready to swing it u to my eye and shoot. I recently added a Canon EFS 55-250mm lens, and it is a bit lighter, due to all-plastic barrel and mount. I love everything about this new lens, too. The design and build quality of the Canon high-end consumer line is outstanding in its class.As far as operation, once you learn the uses of the various modes and functions, there are no surprises. As an aerospace computer engineer who works with the controls and displays on military planes, this camera works the way I had expected in every respect, which is a very positive thing to say in my case. The Live View mode (where you use the LCD screen as a viewfinder) is fairly worthless, because it doesn't autofocus well in that mode. If you're shooting over heads in a crowd, you could go to Live View (one button press toggles it ON/OFF), use the articulated screen to line it up, switch it off and shoot. I have always preferred the conventional viewfinder anyway, so it doesn't bother me. Also, I am still learning how to best keep it focused when using the video mode, but the videos are excellent. Before I start doing that a lot, I need to get an external microphone (about $60 for an acceptable one) that mounts on the hot-shoe.I got a couple of extra batteries (not much $), but the power use is so efficient and the capacity so good that I only keep the extras with me so that I'll have a fresh one on hand whenever the one in the camera happens to run low (after many hundreds of shots), and I might have expended two full charges in a long day of shooting once or twice.I work with an animal rescue group, so it's important to be able to repeatedly fire with no delay between shots or at power-on and come away with decent shots reliably. This camera does the job well.

I am very pleased with my new Canon EOS 60D. I had planned on buying a comparable Nikon - I have owned a few Nikons - but read reviews that indicated problems that led to grease on the mirror. So far, I love the Canon.

I'll keep this short. Prior to buying the 60D, I owned a Rebel T3 (1100D) and I must say that these two cameras are on totally different levels. The body feels so much better in the hands and the top LCD is a great plus. I love being able to change settings without having to have my eye at the viewfinder or using the LCD Quick Menu. The AF system is so much better than the Rebels (other than T4i). Last, the swiveling screen as turned out to be more than a gimmick; it's great for getting those low perspective shots without having to get on the ground. I would DEFINITELY RECOMMEND to anyone coming from a Rebel (aside from the T2i or T3i, unless you want better video controls out of the box - there's always Magic Lantern).

I am an action photograher and needed something with a quick shutter speed and a quick fps. The fps is 5 which I'm not thrilled about, but I make it work. Just have to anticipate your subject a bit.My experience with canons has been with the 40d and 30d's. I love the 60d so much more. I really like the double mode wheel and that you can control everything with one hand. Because if you have a large lense, you can support it with 1 hand and review your images with the other, you dont have to leave the lense dangling. I also like that is has all the iso, shutter speed, drive mode all on the top, so you just have to press it and flick the dial. It is probably one of the most user friendly cameras I have ever had. Also, some people may not like it, but it takes SD cards rather than CF. I had a few sd cards so no need to buy a bunch of cf cards. So yay for saving money. I have heard people complaining about the poly-carbonite body, but if you type in 'camera durability test' on youtube a guy beats up a canon xti and a nikon d3100, both with plastic bodies and both still work after the beating. And some of the bauer goalie masks are make out of poly-carbonite plastics and they dont crack when hit with pucks. So a cam made out of that material is good enough for me.The image quality is steller, even though I shoot raw at an iso of 1250 and a shutter of 500 the pixel noise isn't bad at all. Not much post processiong is needed. Also, the auto focus is super quick, or that may be just the lens. the Canon 70-200 f2.8 which I highly recomend. I also did not think I would use the rotating lcd thing, but I actually do for overhead shots.The reason I am giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is that once you go to the lcd, rather than the eyepiece is that it takes a while to focus, which is not good when trying to snag a quick overhead shot. And the fps, even though I have made it work it is kind of a let down for 800 bucks.

Like many people I spent nearly three months trying to determine which camera to purchase. I looked at the Nikon D90 and D7000; as well as, the Canon T2i. In the end I felt the best value was the Canon 60D. I could go on and on about the camera but most importantly I can say I'm very happy with my decision. This camera is stacked with features and takes fantastic pictures. I honestly don't think you can go wrong with any of the cameras but for me it came down to pixels, pentaprism, autofocus, LCD, and price. I have always been a Canon guy (A1, two Rebels) but this was my first digital and I was open to either company. In the end my view was that Canon is a better value at the lower end and Nikon is a better product at the high end.In terms of my decision to go with the 60D over the T2i I just felt that the extra features were going to get me better pictures and ultimately make me happier in the long term. These cameras are big so while the Rebel is smaller it is still a substantial camera with the lens on it. You have to be committed to carrying around a camera of this size. From a price perspective, the 60D was an additional $200. That gets you a better view finder and better focusing. These two things can make a huge difference between getting the best possible picture.Having used a high end film camera since I was 15 I find the controls to be very intuitive. There is a lot there so it will still take me some time to learn all the features but I'm able to get off and running very quickly. When you look at the reviews most of the issues are overstated. The majority of pictures with this camera will be taken in one of the standard shooting modes. The rest of the settings are nice to have but are hard to fiddle with when you are just concentrating on getting pictures taken of a brithday or a sporting event. There's one rule that seems to stand the test of time - the 80-20 rule. 80% of the people will use 20% of the functionality of this camera. The other 20% may use 80% but it will be less than 20% of the time.Lastly, I wouldn't get too caught up with the lenses either. This is a good all around lens if you can have only one lens. Again, 80% of the people will rarely change a lens. There are better lenses but most of us just won't notice the difference. I do believe that image stabilization is a must. In my mind it is the single biggest benefit to the average user. Sure some lenses focus faster or are better in low light but most of us can just hold down the shutter and use a flash.Get the camera and have some fun. There will be plenty of time to upgrade lenses, flashes, etc. You'll never be able to get back the pictures you miss.

upgraded to this cam from a canon rebel & the differences are phenomenal, loving the cameras 18 mp it's a great upgrade from some of the entry level slr's out there and still not gonna break the budget.

About 3 1/2 years ago I entered the DSLR world with the Rebel XT. I shot 20,000+ shots with that camera, but recently became annoyed at how much noise there was at ISO settings as low as 400.A few months ago, I was poking around Amazon, and noticed that Canon had come out with the 60D. I had been thinking about a new camera, unwilling to spend the $$ for the 7D, and not feeling like there was enough of an upgrade for the T2i. When I saw the specs of the 60D, I thought "That's my next camera." Within a week of finding it on Amazon, a friend of mine got a 60D. I played with it for an hour or two, and then I went home and bought one for myself. I'm glad I did.Pros: (in no particular order)* Great image quality.* Shoots HD video* Does a good job with the metering of pictures. (My XT had a tendency to under-expose shots)* Fairly simple to re-learn from the XT. Buttons are in different places, but all of the functions are the same...* Battery lasts a LONG time. I've shot over 1400 shots on a single battery charge. (Although, ~500 of them were for a time-lapse video, so I wasn't using the screen...)* Fits my large hands much better than my XT.* Very little shutter lag. It feels like it has less than my old XT.* Can shoot large RAW files and smaller jpg at the same time and vice versa.* Articulating screen is very nice. I have a Lowepro Slingshot 200 All Weather Backpack (Black) and have tucked away the screen protector cloth since my screen is folded into my camera when not in use.* 5.3 fps. Although some complain about the downgrade from the 50D, I never had the 50D -- so it doesn't matter to me. It's a lot nicer than what my XT had...* The built-in mic doesn't sound too bad considering that it's a built in mic. It sounds a whole lot nicer than any video camera I've ever used...Cons:* Slow to auto focus in video/live view mode. I've taken to manually focusing while shooting any action video, I just need a small enough aperture to allow for a margin of error.* Canon's switch from CF to SD. I had 12+ gb of CF cards which I've had to replace. Fortunately, Class 10 SDHC cards are getting pretty cheap these days...* The battery grip is quite expensive... I had the grip for my XT, but haven't bought one for my 60D yet. I am considering not getting one at all, since the 60D fits my hands well enough as it is.Overall:Very nice camera! Definitely worth the upgrade from my XT.*Update 5/23/11*Over the past 5 days, I've taken over 3000 pictures on a single battery charge. (And I've still got at least 25% battery life left!) This camera continues to impress me, and I'm still amazed at some of the pictures I take with it. (Full disclosure though: I shot most of the pictures at 5fps, so the screen wasn't on as much as it would have been if I had taken 3000 pictures walking around the Grand Canyon...)

Been thinking whether to get 7D or this. Made the right choice, would rather spend the remaining $$ to buy lens. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a nice DSLR video.

When I decided to upgrade from my Rebel XSi I had to decide between the 7D and the 60D. After comparing the specs I couldn't justify the higher price for the 7D. Granted it has some great features -- higher burst rate, advanced AF system, focus microadjust -- but I decided I could live without those. I'm a hobbyist photographer with limited disposable income and so have to concentrate on getting the most bang for my buck.After shooting with the 60D I'm really happy with the results I'm getting with it. From an upgrader's perspective, here's what I gained over the Rebel:Better ergonomics. The 60D body is larger than the Rebel and feels better in my hands. Adding the Canon battery grip (I also had a battery grip on my Rebel) makes it feel even better.Autofocus is much improved over the Rebel, especially in low light.The viewfinder is bigger and brighter than the Rebel's.HIgh ISO performance is very good. I find that if I properly expose or slightly overexpose, I can get good results at 3200 and acceptable results at 6400. Noise is easily cleaned up in Lightroom. Pushing underexposed high ISO shots in post, unsurprisingly, yields really noisy images.The control and menu layout took some getting used to but I now like the Q screen and can adjust settings really quickly.The top LCD screen is handy for a quick look at camera settings.Burst rate is fast enough for me. I shoot RAW exclusively and so the buffer fills up quickly but I've yet to miss a shot because of this.The wireless flash triggering works great with my 580EX II and 430EX Speedlites and is a big improvement over fiddling with an E-TTL cord and a pair of Cactus V5 triggers for strobist-style shooting with the 2 flashes off-camera.The flip screen is more useful than I'd anticipated, particularly when shooting from a tripod in live view mode.I'd feared buyer's remorse after choosing the 60D over the 7D but that hasn't come to pass. The 60D is fun to shoot with and is serving my needs well. At some point in the distant future I'll probably upgrade to a full-frame body but think the 60D will do a fine job of keeping me happy until then.

Review for Body Only. If you are shooting with a kit lens you are doing yourself a disservice. The glass you are using is more important than the body. That being said: Great Camera with great specs. A nice step up from the Rebel line (previous body was a t2i). Has handled every challenge I've put its way. One of the grip panels did start to peel about two months ago (15 months of use including a deployment to afghanistan); the one under the back button focus, af-on area. I bought some glue and did a home repair on the one little corner before it got worse. Other than that it has performed well. I hope to upgrade to FF eventually, but am very pleased with this APS-C for the time being. I highly recommend the addition of Magic Lantern 2.3 firmware for increased functionality, it really takes the "governor" off of this camera for stills and especially video.

This is an outstanding camera! This is my first DSLR however I have used for much of my life old film SLR cameras since I can remember. So Digital is a little new for me outside of the simple point and click cameras.I have a Canon 50D at work and was planning on buying one of those for myself but the 60D was available for the same price so I figured I would go for it. I am glad I did. I have had the 60D for a little over a week and have already shot nearly 500 pictures with it and figure to go over a thousand this weekend. This morning I had to do some work with my companies 50D and suddenly realized how much of an improvement the 60D really is. Both are excellent models however the layout and control functions are much more intuitive with the 60D and the ergonomics are improved.The flip out swivel screen was one reason I was NOT going to buy the 60D. I figured it was just one more thing to break and seemed kind of like a gimmick to me. However after using the camera for a period of time and then going back to the 50D I realized why this was not the case. From simply being able to fold the screen away safely into the camera so as to avoid scratches or nose prints when shooting to being able to angle the screen for better viewing I have found it to be very useful, well constructed and a better feature than the fixed screen on the back of the 50D (or other similar style cameras).one feature I am very excited about is the Bulb feature. I honestly do not know if the 50D has this feature however it is clearly marked and accessible on the 60D. this allows you to set up the camera and hold the shutter open for as long as you like by simply pressing the shutter button or using one of the remote triggering options (of course sold separately). This is great for night time sky shots and will be getting a lot of use.It is a Canon so you know that there is quality there and support as well as a full feature line up of lenses. I have owned Canon point and shoot digital cameras in the past and many of the features and controls are very similar. Canon enthusiasts should be able to pick it up and start shooting within minutes of familiarizing themselves with the camera. However even those not familiar with canon products will find the basic functions of this camera easy to pick up and understand quickly.If you are interested in upgrading from the Rebel line of cameras and are looking to make the next step up from Amateur DSLR cameras of any make to a more robust system or if you are one of the remaining old film junkies who are looking to get a well appointed DSLR this camera should be on your short list for consideration.

As with many 60D cameras,mine also experience the common problem of the rubber covers of the body ("handles") peeling off from the camera in multiple places, which is a textbook case of a manufacturing defect.I sent it to Canon's Newport News VA repair facility, and they billed me for $200. which they said is the "standard repair fee".The replacement parts bought from Canon, by the way, cost $14. and it takes 2-3 minutes to replace them, as I found out later. Yet, I was charged $200 because that is Canon's "policy" which, I suppose must be titled, "Rip the customer off" policy.When I called that repair center to complain, a supervisor lied to me on a recorded conversation (legal in Virginia), and asserted that this is not a common problem at all. In fact it is a very problem on 60D cameras that has been widely reported on, among others, [...] (owned by Amazon).Canon is not the only game in town.

I owned a Canon EOS 10D for 8 years, put several hundred thousand exposures through it in all types of conditions...including a coworker dropping it 4 feet onto concrete...the lens broke the fall ;-). It finally gave up the ghost and I debated the 7 and 60Ds. The few additional features and magnesium body of the 7D just didn't sell me on the extra $700. Without cracking the manual, I began shooting. Ok, the 18-135mm IS lens isn't L series quality but it is very good for a "toss in" starter lens. I also have the 28-200 USM and the 100--400 L IS USM. All three lenses are delivering photos my 10D could only dream of.The auto-focus is very quick on all 3 lenses and auto-focus assist comes on when it should. While I use an external flash (Speedlight 420EX) for most situations the pop-up works great! the 10D never got red-eye reduction right... With the 60D I've taken pics of blue-eyed kids and pets (notorious for red or glow eyes) in near dark conditions with nary a bit of red eye.The one accessory I consider mandatory is the BG-E9 battery grip. Since Canon switched to an ABS body for the 60D (the ONLY negative I have) the grip adds a more substantial feel to the camera. It also holds 2 batteries so you can shoot your memory card dry. Having a grip on my 10D, and grip/winders on my 35mm SLRs I could never get used to a camera without one. The upside of the camera body being ABS is that even with the grip, the whole rig is lighter than my 10D... a definite + when lugging it for 8 hours of airshow photography or a wedding. The added battery life without swapping batteries in such situations is very convenient.I really haven't shot more than a few minutes of video but it was crystal clear. I think if I were to use it as a video camera more often, I would get an external microphone.If you're new to DSLRs, it's a great starter package. If you're upgrading from an older EOS x0D series Canon, you may miss the magnesium body but you will be very pleased with the 18MP and consider the 1080P video as a bonus.

if you don't need the 8 frame per second of the 7d, but still want the image quality this is the right camera. the controls are a significant improvement over the rebels, without the completely new functions found in the 7,5 and 1d models. the build quality is quite solid, and dont listen to those who complain about not having magnesium alloy as this plastic is tough enough. i tested this model against the t2i and 7d and i found that the overall image quality is the same as the 7d and significantly sharper (and lower noise) than the t2i, the 5 frames per second wont last long without a good card, though it is faster in raw than jpeg, the lock on the dial is great as i always store my camera in aperture priority mode, so if i need to quickly grab my camera i know exactly what mode i'm in.Pros: great image quality and great color, advanced features that you will actually use, wireless flash control, comfortable size and weight, the swivel screen opens up new ways to compose like at concerts, not that bad at getting the action as 5 frames per second is still pretty quick.Cons: outside of full manual mode you might get slight overexposed pictures when using the built in flash indoors, the pre programed modes seem to want to use the built in flash in some situations where it is not necessary (though if you are buying this camera you should be at least moving away from those settings)ok now onto the lens, i got this camera with the lens as i needed a backup, i normally use a sigma 10-20mm and the canon 24-105L to cover my wide to short telephoto needs. it is a good lens overall with better optical quality and lower chromatic aberration than the 17-85mm usm lens. though the motor has been silenced a bit it is not the quietest lens on the market.Pros: good optical quality, a more solid build quality than rebel kit lenses, really nice range for a basic carry around lens. the front of the lens does not rotate which helps with circular polarizing filters.Cons:much slower focusing than a hypersonic motor, unable to see the focal length, loud when focusing (not as bad as most non hsm lenses) NO LENS HOOD, not giving a lens hood is just canon being cheap (they do not include lens hoods with non L series lenses)overall this is a great camera, i'm a semi pro fine art photographer and i love the way this camera shoots. as i said before if you don't need 8 frames per second and are looking for a camera that is a step up from the rebel series this is the right camera for you. though i am also a big believer that the camera is only as good as the lens, as far as kit lenses this one is great, though if you are on the fence about what lens to get i would recommend spending the extra money on a L series lens kit, or for those who want aps-c focal leinghts the sigma 17-70 is hsm or the sigma 18-50 is hsm if you are into portrait photography.

For the past 13 years I have been a consistent Canon EOS xxD buyer. I am now, a not-so-proud owner of the latest Canon 60D for the past three weeks.I switched over from the film to the digital world with a Canon 20D. I bought an additional 40D mainly because of the electronic chip cleaning feature, and now purchased the Canon 60D because of its HD capability and the 20D is starting to show its age.Other people before me have reviewed the specific details and differences between the other Canon models, so I will not go there, but I will explain a few of my disappointments with the new 60D.1) The 60D does not have the magnesium frame, so the picture taking capacity rating goes down from 150,000 pictures to 100,000. Yes, this is an issue for me, but to be honest, not as much as I thought it would be. The camera does feel lighter, but that makes it actually a bit easier to handle and frankly, even with my 20D, I took ~26,000 pictures and had to have it repaired recently because the mirror switch gave out.2) From 6.3 fps to 5.3 fps. I often shoot wildlife action pictures, and that is 1 frame less which can make a difference between a good or a bad picture.3) The setting for taking HD footage is a major pain to get to. The user has to completely dial to the end of the different settings (I usually shoot M), and on top of that, you have to push a button in the middle of the dial to allow switching between different shooting modes. And yes, you cannot dial in 360 degree mode, so must go all the way back to the M mode.4) The remote release (TC-80N3) does not work anymore with this model. Likely because it is not a direct upgrade from a 40D/50D but rather an `upgraded' Rebel. In addition, Canon currently does not sell a bracket/timer remote control. Pearstone's RC-C1 seems to work though, but is additional equipment and additional cost.5) The autofocus system is the same as that of the 40D/50D, which is a disappointment after waiting for such a long time.6) The joystick dial is now replaced with an 8-directional dial, which is much more time consuming to use.Overall, I am disappointed with this move from Canon. The 7D is supposed to be the successor to the 50D, but then why is it $600 more expensive? Even if this logic holds true, why come out with a camera that has on purpose features to slow down normal operations (like the push button to switch between shooting modes, or the time it takes to switch between M and video).Yes, the video is great, yes, the megapixels are a nice upgrade from my 40D, but we are seriously considering returning this camera and looking at the Nikon D7000. The 7D without lens is almost the same price as the D7000 with lens and the specs seem much better for the D7000 then the 60D. I have been a loyal Canon buyer, but the 30% price hike for me to get a similar product line I already had opens up the door for me to look at another model.

I've only used this camera for a month or so, but it haven't let me down once. I"ve upgraded from old Digital Rebel and have been very happy with my decision since.I"m a photography student and Canon 60D has everything I need. It's almost like 7D with a few minor differences but at about half of the price. Camera feels professional and solid in your hand but it's not heavy (comparable to my old Rebel).I love the rotating screen on the back (7D doesn't have it by the way) - it's perfect for video and self portraits, because you can see what you are shooting without looking through the viewfinder (handy feature!).Canon 60D also features loads of new features, great auto focusing modes, I love the fact that the camera uses SD memory (opposite to CF in 7D) as almost every laptop has a card reader for SD these days, so you spare yourself an expense and discomfort of having a separate card reader.I haven't tried the video yet, but from what I hear the quality is amazing. Sound is mono (7D has stereo FYI).Bottom line - it's a perfect fairly inexpensive (for what it does) camera for serious amateur or beginner pro. Eventually I will consider upgrade to 5D Mark, but so far it's a great camera for what I need.

I take home videos of birds in the backyard, trains in the city, planes at the airfield and other natural settings where I like to switch back and forth between shooting stills and video quickly. I've long been a canon fan for the articulated screens that provide flexibility for shooting from the hip, both stills and video, although I've often found it difficult to switch between the two modes. I'm new to the DSLR world, and recently upgraded to the 60d from the Canon G12 for the purpose of gaining variable lenses to shoot video at the fraction of a cost for a decent video camera with comparable lens. I've owned the 60d for two weeks now, and have found the transition to zoom lenses relatively easy, and there's an obvious improvement to image quality for both stills and video. Since my use is primarily video, here's my initial reactions to utilizing the camera, while occasionally taking stills and primarily shooting video.Pros: Clear and crisp stills. Easy to understand menus and buttons that are similar to the G12 and most Canon point-and-shoots. Big articulated screen that folds away nicely when not in use, or opening wide when needed. The 60d takes SD cards, which are more portable and commonplace than Flash cards. The battery life is much longer than the Rebel. No real advantage for shooting video by upgrading to a full frame camera, so this is a relatively inexpensive DSLR. Canon 60d has more megapixels than the nikon d7000.Cons: For video the Nikon D7000 is better. Hands down. I understand the Nikon D7000 does real-time auto focus (although it is loud), the 60d does not. For switching between stills and video, the Nikon D7000 has a quick "jump to video mode" switch accessible to the right thumb, while the 60d requires the user to unlock the scene selector dial and scroll to video mode with the left hand requiring an extra 5 seconds of visual inspection and transition. Without this "jump to video mode" feature on the 60d, I must move the camera to visualize the dial and completely lose aim on my subject.Conclusion: I didn't do my homework before buying the 60d for my video needs. If you're looking for a fast transition between stills and video, or you want auto-focus for video, then I'd pay the extra 200 bucks for the Nikon D7000. I'm invested in the Canon lenses already, so I'll have to wait for the next innovation from Canon to catch up with the superior video features already offered by Nikon.

I purchased this before I left on a two week trip to Calcutta, India as an upgrade from my EOS 40D, primarily because I wanted more MP.Three big pluses for this camera: 1-the articulating viewer was immensely useful: it provided easy access to unique views from down low, over crowds, or when I wanted to take shots without being too obvious. 2- When using the flip out viewfinder, you can use the "+" function to magnify a selectable section of your image and dial in precise focus: very few reviewers have mentioned this feature, but when you want a tack-sharp shot (especially with a tripod, but even w/o) this feature is terrific, 3-despite being an APS sensor, I was very pleased with the level of detail that I captured, this compared not to my old 40D, but to years of shooting with fine grained films on both Nikons and Canons. Is it equal? probably not, but is it more than close enough? Absolutely.The one big negative that many others have mentioned is the auto focus. I was often frustrated (in lower light) by a total lack of focus, and found myself rapidly switching to manual to grab a shot, but several times losing an opportunity. Having been an amateur photographer for several decades, I think we have all allowed ourselves to get a bit lazy and over dependent on auto-focus, so if you're using this camera and you think the action may be fast and getting the shot critical, think about using manual over auto.Although I brought a super wide zoom (Canon 10-22 mm) and a Canon TS 24mm with me, the lens I used most was a new Tamron 28-300mm; it was light weight, compact, delivered great results and was used 80% of the time.Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di LD Aspherical (IF) Macro Ultra Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR CamerasOne last note; for video, I found the super wide 10-22mm the lens of choice for shooting in crowds. I was also able to use it to shoot numerous videos with the camera turned on and recording, with me just holding it steady at waist level, and not looking as though I was filming at all. I used a 32GB 10X card in the camera and never even came close to capacity during the whole two weeks of shooting stills and videos (although I did have a spare 16GB in case.)Net, I am very pleased with the camera, and anxiously waiting for Canon to release a new model with the flip out finder + a great autofocus.

The following could be a reason why Canon is dropping the price, every month, on this camera.The Canon Kit for the EOS 60D and Lens 18-135mm has been nothing but a disaster. I experienced the following problems:Canon EOS 60D problems:1.When trying to photograph I got clicking sounds that would not let the camera function. I do not believe it was a mirror lock-up, I believe it was the built-in flash trying to open up. This problem occurred 3 times.2.On at least two occasions I experienced a mirror lock-up.3.Camera had extremely poor quality for 18mb even with my 70-200 Canon L lens with soft subjects regardless of the f-stop.4.Macro and focusing problems occurred mainly on close-ups. I had to manually focus and manually set the aperture and speed on close-ups. My 70-200 Canon L lens can focus up to 1.5. I was over 3 feet away and had a problem focusing on my subject. My 40D experienced none of the above problems. That is why I know it is the Camera and not the lens or myself. I have been working with digital cameras for 8 years and before that I had medium format cameras (2 ź " film) and 35mm film cameras without auto-focus so it is not that I do not know how to operate a simple digital camera, it is the camera not operating like a simple digital camera.Canon 18-135mm lens problems:1.I was not able to focus at times whether close-up or from a distance with this lens. I was able to focus with my 70-200 Canon L lens and my Tamaron 28-75mm DI lens without a problem. Though I did have times when I had to go fully manual while in Macro mode with my other lenses!2.I experienced an anomaly I never experienced throughout my career and that is vignette while the lens is fully extended to 135mm. Vignette usually occurred when the lens is wide open (18mm) with the wrong filter or filters gang banged or the wrong lens hood attached. The wrong lens hood being one that is not a lens hood for a lens as wide as 18mm.Webster's dictionary defines vignette as:(verb [ trans. ] portray (someone) in the style of a vignette.* Produce (a photograph) in the style of a vignette by softening or shading away the edges of the subject.I am returning this camera & lens today with the hope that I will not have any problems with the seller (Amazon)NOTE: In all fairness to AMAZON, I did receive a full refund within days of my return. The camera kit was returned in the condition it was receive, even though I took over 850 photos. After editing I could only use around 40. I did have to pay $25 in return postage but it was better than getting stuck with a bill over $1,300. Thank you AMAZON

I have used Canon T1i for over year and realized a need for change as two new generations(T2i/T3i) have come and selling my old will be pain after sometime. I was not considering T3i as I wanted to leap to next level. I had doubts in my mind about 60d(bigger, heavier, costlier etc). I held 60D in my hands at local bestbuy store and it felt very heavy(also due to wierd attachments to base of camera).I went ahead and ordered my 60D, hoping for good. And it turns out to be BEST!!. Weight is very ideal, grip is very nice(I don't have big hands) and much better than T3i(tried at store) or my T1i. Camera though plastic(as mostly said) feels solid and should hold good for years of normal use. Out of box picture quality is amazing and a leap from my old T1i. I am not fan of in-built flash use and that's where 60D gives me advantage of clicking without flash in low light, pictures are turning out to be great(without flash if you mind :) ).Couple more quick things that I appreciate over Rebel's:1) Most settings are visible on screen and not hidden under menu. Less fumbling.2) Focusing is quicker than my T1i and I love that I can change focus points quickly in advance modes.3) Battery is a power horse. Try to exhaust it!!4) Top LCD is very handy and I like the nice shortcut to light it up in dark.5) It has few other advance modes like Bulb, wireless flash etc but I haven't used yet. Good to have :)Abosolutely recommended. Get yours !!Do get yourself 60D book(I have snapshot to great shot) or others, they are must to get full juice out of camera.

For all of you who are still deciding between 60d 7d or the Nikon d7000, just take the 60d period.(Only if you don't already have tons of Nikon glass sitting around)Why I chose 60d over 7d:- Same sensor and processing power (7d hast dual processors but I don't need 8 fps)- Swivel Screen. Video mode was important for me. And yes this screen feels sturdy and well built! The screen performance/resolution itself is just amazing.- Size. I didn't like the feel of the 7d and the weight.(60d body feels sturdy and is beefy enough)- And of course the price.(This is not a comparison, I know the 7d is more of a pro camera than the 60d, these are just my reasons. If you're more interessted in the 7d anyways than I'd wait for the next model)Why I chose 60d over d7000:- Main reason was pretty much the video mode. Canon is always 2 steps ahead of nikon in this section.For all of you thinking "d7000's 24fps @1080p will be enough" and you're planning on using video more than average. It's not! 24p will probably die out anyways... It's more of a enthusiast's thing. I still wonder why Nikon did this, the d7000 could have been a canon killer. (At least Nikon had the brains to make video compression to h.264 this time)- Autofocus of 60d is fast,good and more than enough, period. On paper the d7000's AF system sounds great. Wow 39-Point AF System. But just look at the small print and you'll find that only 9 of these 39 are cross-type. Just like the 60d. In addition to that, in real life shooting(not on paper) the 60d's autofocus takes the lead.For those of you who don't care about video and are deciding between the 60d and d7000 then i guess the race is still on. D7000 as a still camera ONLY might have a little lead.. if you want to be picky and look for things like viewfinder coverage 100% vs. 96% of the 60d. Dual sd slots of the d7000 etc. etc. etc.The Kit lens isn't the greatest thing on earth but it makes decent photos. For beginners it's a good bet.So.. hope I could help some of you out. You really won't be dissapointed with this dslr. I'm taking this body with me to tour south america, and I'm sure it won't let me down.Stop comparing and just get this camera ; )Edit: Oh yea, one thing I don't like about the 60d ist that for in order to shoot video you have to rotate the dial all the way to the end! Nikon's d7000 hast a switch on the back of the camera, simple as that. But you can't have everything i guess.