- 1/2.33 inch 28.2mm2
- 12.0 megapixels
- 26.00mm - 676.00mm (35mm eq.)
- Go in depth with our full Olympus SP-590UZ Review.
- APS-C 332.3mm2
- 18.0 megapixels
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Go in depth with our full Canon 60D Review.
- See real-world photos taken with the 60D.
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Prices: | Compare Prices | |
Manufacturer URL: | Manufacturer website |
Manufacturer website
Canon EOS 60D webpage |
Predecessor: |
Canon 50D
50D vs 60D |
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Successor: |
Canon 70D
60D vs 70D |
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General | ||
Model Number: | SP-590UZ | 60D |
Alternate Model Number(s): | ||
Camera Format: | EVF | SLR |
Currently Manufactured: | No | No |
Retail Price: | $449.99 | $1399.00 |
Street Price: | $889.50 | |
Date Available: | 2009-03-15 | 2010-09-30 |
Tripod Mount: | Yes | Yes |
Weight: | 13.2 oz (373 g) |
43.5 oz
(1,234 g)
includes batteries, kit lens |
Size: |
4.3 x
3.5 x
3.9 in. (110 x 89 x 98 mm) |
5.7 x
4.2 x
3.1 in. (145 x 106 x 79 mm) |
Waterproof: | No | No |
Waterproof Depth: | n/a | n/a |
Image Sensor | ||
Sensor Type: | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor Manufacturer: | Canon | |
Effective Megapixels: | 12.0 | 18.0 |
Sensor Format: | 1/2.33 inch | APS-C |
Sensor size: | 28.198mm2 (6.13mm x 4.6mm) | 332.27mm2 (22.30mm x 14.90mm) |
Approximate Pixel Pitch: | 1.54 microns | 4.30 microns |
Focal Length Multiplier: | n/a | 1.6x |
Aspect Ratio: | 4:3, 16:9 | 3:2 |
Color Filter Type: | RGBG | |
Anti Aliasing Filter: | Fixed | |
Self-Cleaning: | No | Yes |
Sensor shift image stabilization: | Yes | No |
On-Sensor Phase Detect: | No | No |
DxO Sensor Score: | 66 | |
DxO Color Depth Score (bits): | 22.2 | |
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs): | 11.5 | |
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso): | 813 | |
Image Capture | ||
Image Resolution: |
3968 x 2976
(11.8 MP,
4:3), 3968 x 2232 (8.9 MP, 16:9), 2560 x 1920 (4.9 MP, 4:3), 2048 x 1536 (3.1 MP, 4:3), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1600 x 1200 (1.9 MP, 4:3), 1280 x 960 (1.2 MP, 4:3), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3) |
5184 x 3456
(17.9 MP,
3:2), 3888 x 2592 (10.1 MP, 3:2), 3456 x 2304 (8.0 MP, 3:2), 2592 x 1728 (4.5 MP, 3:2), 1920 x 1280 (2.5 MP, 3:2), 720 x 480 (0.3 MP, 3:2) |
Image File Format: | JPEG | JPEG (EXIF 2.3), 14-bit RAW, MRAW, SRAW |
Continuous-mode frames/second: | n/a | 5.3 |
Video Capture | ||
Can take movies: | Yes | Yes |
Movie Resolution: |
640x480 (30/15)
320x240 (30/15) |
1920x1080 (30/25/24)
1280x720 (60/50) 640x480 (60/50) |
Movie File Format: | AVI Motion JPEG | .MOV (H.264) |
Composite Video Out: | Yes | Yes |
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video: | Yes | Yes |
Video Usable as Viewfinder: | Yes | |
HD Video Out: | No | Yes |
HD Video Connection: | HDMI | |
Lens & Optics | ||
Lens Mount: | n/a | Canon EF/EF-S |
Lens: | Olympus ED lens; 14 Lenses in 11 Groups, 4 Aspherical Lenses, 3 ED Lenses | Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent): | 26 - 676mm | 29 - 216mm |
Focal Length (actual): | 4.6 - 119.6mm | 18 - 135mm |
Zoom Ratio: | 26.00x | 7.50x |
Aperture Range: | f/2.8 (wide) / f/5.0 (tele) - f/8.0 | f/3.5 - f/22 (wide) / f/5.6 - f/38 (tele) |
Integrated ND Filter: | No | No |
Normal Focus Range: |
10 cm to Infinity 3.9 in to Infinity |
45 cm to Infinity 17.7 in to Infinity |
Macro Focus Range: |
1 cm to Infinity 0.4 in to Infinity |
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Filter Thread: | n/a | 67.0mm |
Thread Type: | n/a | n/a |
Optical Image Stabilization: | No | Yes |
Digital Zoom: | Yes | |
Digital Zoom Values: | 5x | |
Auto Focus | ||
Auto Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Auto Focus Type: | CCD contrast detection | AF-dedicated CMOS Sensor, 9-points, all cross-type AF points, center dual cross-type point for f/2.8 |
Auto Focus Assist Light? | Yes | Yes |
Manual Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder | ||
Viewfinder: | EVF / LCD | Optical / LCD |
Viewfinder Type: | EVF type | SLR type; eye-level pentaprism, 96% coverage, 0.95x magnification, 22mm eyepoint, -3 to +1 diopter |
Focus Peaking: | No | No |
EVF Resolution: | n/a | |
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent): | 0.59x | |
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed): | 0.95x | |
Display | ||
Eye-level Viewfinder: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display Size (inches): | 2.7 | 3.0 |
Rear Display Resolution: | 230,000 dots | 1,040,000 dots |
Touchscreen: | No | No |
Articulating Screen: | No | Yes |
Tilt Swivel Screen: | No | Yes |
Selfie Screen: | No | Yes |
Max Playback Zoom: | 10.0x | 10.0x |
Top Deck Display: | Yes | |
Exposure | ||
Maximum ISO (native): | 6400 | |
Minimum ISO (native): | 100 | |
ISO Settings: | Auto, High Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 | Auto, 100 - 6400 in 1/3 or 1EV steps, H=12800 |
Auto ISO Mode: | Yes | Yes |
White Balance Settings: | Auto, Daylight, Overcast, Tungsten, Fluorescent 1, Fluorescent 2, Fluorescent 3, One-Touch | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, White Fluorescent, Flash, Custom, Kelvin 2,500K - 10,000K |
Shutter Speed Range: | 1/2000 - 15 sec | 1/8000 - 30 sec |
Bulb Mode: | Yes | Yes |
Exposure Compensation: | +/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
Metering Modes: | Digital ESP, Spot, Center-Weighted, Face Detection (w/ Face Detection AF) | 63-zone (dual layer) Evaluative, Center-weighted, Partial (6.5%), Spot (2.8%) |
Program Auto Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Aperture Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Shutter Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Full Manual Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Creative Exposure Modes: | Portrait, Landscape, Landscape, Sport, Night Scene, Night+Portrait, Indoor, Candle, Sunset, Fireworks, Multi-fireworks, Multiple Exposure, Cuisine, Documents, Smile Shot, Beach & Snow, Bird Watching, Pre-capture Movie, Quick Shutter, Soft Background Shot | Creative Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports, Night Portrait, No Flash, Custom User Setting |
Self Timer: | 12 seconds seconds | 10 or 2 seconds |
Time Lapse (intervalometer): | ||
High Resolution Composite: | No | No |
Flash | ||
Built-in Flash: | Yes | Yes |
Flash Modes: | Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Fill-in + Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro1, Slow1 + Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro 2, Off, Wireless | E-TTL II |
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100): | n/a | 13.0 m / 42.7 ft. |
Flash Range Description: | TBD | Lens aperture dependent |
Max Flash Sync: | 1/250 | |
Flash Exposure Compensation: | +/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps | |
External Flash Connection: | n/a | Hot Shoe |
Built-In Wireless Flash Control: | Full TTL exposure | |
Image Storage | ||
Usable Memory Types: | xD | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
UHS Support: | No UHS support | |
Other Memory: | ||
Dual Card Slots: | No | No |
RAW Capture Support: | No | Yes |
Uncompressed Format: | 14-bit RAW, MRAW, SRAW | |
Movie File Format: | AVI Motion JPEG | .MOV (H.264) |
Included Memory: | 0.0 MB | No memory included |
Included Memory Type: | built-in memory | |
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi: | No | No |
NFC: | No | No |
Bluetooth: | No | No |
Built-In GPS: | No | No |
Microphone Jack: | No | Yes |
Headphone Jack: | No | No |
External Connections: | USB 2.0 High Speed | USB 2.0 High Speed |
PictBridge Compliant: | No | Yes |
DPOF Compliant: | No | Yes |
Remote Control: | No | Yes |
Remote Control Type: | Optional Wired or Wireless | |
Connections (extended): | DC Input | HDMI mini out, external 3.5mm microphone jack |
Performance Timing | ||
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution): | <0.3 | |
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame): | <0.3 | |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames): | 14 | |
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot): | <0.3 | |
Camera penalizes early shutter press? | No | |
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution): | 5.3 | |
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution): | 34 | |
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 5.3 | |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames): | 15 | |
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 5.4 | |
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames): | 7 | |
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid): | 0.25 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, tele): | ||
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR): | 1.10 seconds | |
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR): | 0.122 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (manual focus): | 0.083 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash): | 0.29 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (prefocused): | 0.063 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (notes): | OVF: Full Autofocus Lag, Auto Selection AF = 0.159s Live View: Full Autofocus Lag, Quick Mode (Phase Detect) = 0.999s Full Autofocus Lag, Live Mode (Contrast Detect) = 1.100s Prefocused = 0.122s | |
Startup Time: | 0.4 seconds | |
Play -> Record Time: | 0.3 seconds | |
Flash cycle time, full power: | 2.6 seconds | |
Power | ||
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View): | 320 shots | |
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF): | 1100 shots | |
Battery Life, Video: | ||
Battery Form Factor: | 4 x AA | Proprietary |
Usable Battery Types: | Alkaline disposables, NiMH rechargeables | LP-E6 Lithium-ion rechargeble |
Batteries Included: | 4 x AA Alkaline disposables | 1 x Proprietary LP-E6 Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter): | No | Yes |
Dedicated Battery Charger Included: | Yes | |
Internal Charging Supported: | No | |
Software | ||
Included Software: | OLYMPUS Master 2 Software CD-ROM | Canon Solutions Disc (EOS Utility, ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser, Digital Photo Professional.Picture Style Editor, Movie Edit Task, PhotoStitch, Memory Card utility,) |
OS Compatibility: | Windows 2000/XP/Vista; Mac OS X v10.3+ | Windows XP SP2/SP3 / Vista, Mac OS X 10.4-10.5 |
Miscellaneous | ||
Notes & Features: | Full HD movies, vari-angle LCD, 5.3 fps burst mode. |