Canon EOS 60D Digital SLR Camera, c/w 18-55mm IS lens

* 18 MP APS-C CMOS sensor
* Advanced creative features
* Vari-angle 7.7cm (3.0 inch) 3:2 ratio LCD
* Full HD movies
* DIGIC 4
* ISO 100-6400, H:12800
* 5.3fps shooting for up to 58 JPEGs
* 9-point cross type AF System
* iFCL metering with 63-zone Dual-layer Sensor


Our opinion:

Canon's EOS 60D is a midrange DSLR that has won a string of awards (see photo above) .

The EOS 60D has a very large resolution, good light sensitivity, Full HD movies - and a vari-angle LCD which will be particularly useful when recording movies. It features Canon's latest processor, a considerable continuous shooting rate, expecially given the 18MP resolution - and just enough AF points to select your subjects quickly and efficiently. So far for the obvious.

However, what we were really impressed with is far more subtle - but it will probably make a huge difference to your workflow: the ability to rate images within the camera (assign 1 - 5 stars to individual images).
Your assignment will be written straight to the camera's Exif data file; meaning that most computers and software can read your in-camera rating just as easily as i.e. the date the image was taken, or which camera model was used.
Hence, by the time you download your images to the computer, you can be streaks ahead already - and just concentrate on 'the good ones' - without having to look through the entire batch again. Obviously, the more time has elapsed between you taking the images and you beginning to edit them, the greater this advantage will become.

What a great idea; hopefully other camera manufacturers will adopt this useful and time-saving feature at some point.

Highly recommended *****

Ideal for those who want to create large, poster-size prints - or crop images without losing any of the detail necessary for printing - EOS 60D's 18MP CMOS sensor is outstanding in low light, and produces images with incredibly low noise.

Advanced creative features
Use your imagination to enhance your stills with a range of creative filters such as toy camera effect or soft focus. These filters can be applied to RAW and JPEG images giving you creative control after the shot has been taken. Basic+ allows you to apply a creative ambience, when shooting in the Basic modes, giving you creative control without extensive photographic knowledge.

Vari-angle 7.7cm (3.0 inch) 3:2 Clear View LCD
Perform detailed checks on images and video or shoot unique or awkward angles with a 7.7cm (3.0 inch) 3:2 Clear View LCD screen, which features an ultra-high 1,040,000 dots for increased clarity. Switch to Live View mode and use real-time visual feed to help capture the best angle.

Full HD movie recording
The EOS 60D combines exceptional still shooting with the ability to shoot Full HD (1080p) video. To satisfy your creativity the EOS 60D features full manual control and selectable frame rates. You can also shoot high speed 50/60fps movies at 720P for when the action is really fast. An HDMI connection allows High Definition playback of footage and images on any HDTV. With HDMI enabled TV sets playback can be controlled using the remote control.

DIGIC 4
Canon's DIGIC 4 processor works with the CMOS sensor to deliver 14-bit image processing, for smooth gradations and natural looking colours. DIGIC 4 also powers advanced Noise Reduction when shooting at higher ISO speeds, plus split-second start-up times and near-instant image review after shooting.

High ISO for low light
When light levels fall, the EOS 60D offers an ISO range of up to 6400 - expandable to 12800 for those environments where using flash is undesirable.

iFCL metering system
A 63-zone dual layer metering sensor analyses Focus, Colour and Luminance information, providing accurate and consistent metering.

Quick Control screen
Accessible using a dedicated button it provides easy access to commonly used functions, ensuring that you are ready to take the shot as it happens.

Create a shooting system as unique as you are
The EOS 60D is compatible with Canon's full range of EF and EF-S lenses and EX-series Speedlites.