There are many websites one can visit to research the different functions of each camera. There are also great competitive reviews of different modules. I'm not going to go into great detail of the functions of the 60D, but what I would like to do is tell you about my first impressions and what I think of the camera.
Having upgraded three models and five years of technology, it’s incredible to see the difference between my old Canon camera, which was a 30D, and my new one, a 60D. The first thing I noticed, and indeed one of the deciding factors in choosing this model, is the speed that it can shoot and process the images. It can take 5.7 frames a second. When shooting in JPEG it has a 58 frame buffer, which drops to 18 frames in raw. This is more than adequate and will definitely enhance your chances of catching that action shot. It certainly makes a big difference when dealing with wildlife photography.
The new modern sensors, coupled with 18 megapixels, make for unbelievably clear smooth shots. The colours that are produced are fantastic. There’s a very clear difference in contrast, and richness of natural colour. The new sensors are also brilliant when shooting with high ISOs. The noise reduction is incredible. I can't wait to get into the forests of Rwanda and capture some images of gorillas and chimpanzees! The ISO settings go all the way to 6,400, which can be expanded to 12,800.
As usual, and what I believe to be one of Canon's trademarks, it is incredibly easy to use. Everything’s right where you need it, which makes for fast adjustments in order to capture the desired effect. The other thing that has proven to be quite useful is the fully adjustable LED screen. At first I thought that the function at the top was a gimmick, but then when I started to use it, it's proving to be very useful, especially when getting high level shots of the subject. It’s also great fun to simply take pictures from different angles. This function is also absolutely necessary when taking videos. I haven't used the video much, but from what I've seen, the quality’s great. The only thing is, you need to manually change the focus but I'm sure I'll get used to that. Keep a lookout on YouTube for some interesting clips taken while on safari.
As I said, I’m not going to explore the intricacies the camera - I definitely don't understand all of them - but what I do believe is that having the best camera your budget allows will definitely add to your photographic experience. I definitely would recommend the Canon 60D as a great camera to take with you on safari. Regards Phill
