Canon EOS 6D Adds to Medal Tally

Canon EOS 6D Adds to Medal Tally with Prestigious Camera Grand Prix 2013 ‘Editors Award’

Canon is pleased to announce the Canon EOS 6D digital SLR camera has claimed the coveted Camera Grand Prix 2013 ‘Editors Award’ in Japan. The accolade marks the second major award to date for the Canon EOS 6D, which was also named ‘Best DSLR Expert 2013’ by the Technical Image Press Association*1 (TIPA) earlier this month.

The Camera Grand Prix, considered the most renowned camera and lens product awards in Japan, is run by the Camera Journal Press Club (CJPC),*2 comprising of journalists from major photography and camera magazines in Japan. Winners of the ‘Editors Award’, one of the four award categories, are selected from all cameras, photography-related products and equipment introduced into the Japanese market throughout the past year based on popular appeal, topicality and spirit of innovation.

“This is tremendous recognition for a truly groundbreaking product that will allow a new generation of users to take advantage of the benefits of full-frame photography,” says Kim Conner, General Manager – Consumer Imaging, Canon New Zealand. 

“Combining quality image capture with outstanding device connectivity, the EOS 6D will undoubtedly contribute to people doing more with their imaging from capture to output and sharing” continues Conner.

The Canon EOS 6D was also selected for one of TIPA’s world-renowned ‘Best Photo and Imaging Product’ awards - ‘Best DSLR Expert 2013’. The two awards are a testament to the industry’s wide recognition of the Canon EOS 6D’s high level of innovation, including the world’s smallest and lightest*3 body among 35 mm full-frame sensor cameras, and for incorporating such cutting-edge features as Wi-Fi connectivity and GPS functionality.

Reason for selection*4
Winner of the 2013 ‘Editors Award’, the Canon EOS 6D was launched in November 2012, a year that the CJPC calls the “first year of the full-frame-sensor era”.

According to the CJPC, the Canon EOS 6D opened the door for photography enthusiasts to 35 mm full-frame sensor cameras at an affordable price. In addition, the camera was commended for its lightweight, compact body, and for incorporating such cutting-edge technologies as built-in Wi-Fi connectivity.

*1 The Technical Image Press Association (TIPA), comprising 28 photography and imaging magazines from 15 countries across 5 continents, awards products based on an annual vote.
*2 Launched in September 1963; currently comprises 11 affiliated magazines (as of April 2013).
*3 As of May 1, 2013, based on a Canon survey.
*4 Based on an announcement by the Camera Journal Press Club executive committee.

Related links
-          Press Release: Canon lands five TIPA Best Photo and Imaging Product Awards
-          Product page: Canon EOS 6D digital SLR camera

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