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I always do, but I'm not a Canon user. Still, from all I've read about the 6D, I would think that it's the perfect backup camera for many of the more expensive Canon models. It also has a few advantages compared to the 5DIII, like exchangeable focusing screens, GPS and WiFi, making it more suitable for some applications and a nice supplement.You mean all you guys and gals never take a backup when on a trip far from home when taking your 5D whatever?
Well, this depends what you call smallMy backup is most of the times an additional smaller camera (system).
Either a RX100 or a OMD for example.
Last vacation I brought the S2 and the OMD-so the OMD (with grip) felt smallWell, this depends what you call small
I do not consider the OMD small since I am happily using a Pentax Q - this is really small while offering exceptional IQ (for this size) and never expected programmability for such a small camera.
UnderstoodLast vacation I brought the S2 and the OMD-so the OMD (with grip) felt small
You make many good points. I only AF my 5D3 on spot so from your comment it might make sense to have a 6D. I will have to check one out at my local dealer.I just got a 6D. My backup will be a Panasonic GX-1. But to answer your question, I think the 6D would be a great backup to a 5DIII.
I've used my son's 5DIII. (It's a great camera.) So I know a little about the two. IMHO the 6D focuses as fast as a 5DIII if you aren't shooting a moving target. There just aren't as many focus points on a 6D. (I center focus and recompose so it doesn't bother me to have fewer focus points.) The 6D might even focus better in low light.
The 6D feels smaller (and actually is smaller) than the 5DIII but the 6D suits my hand just fine. However, I have ordered a Canon wrist strap to make my hold on the camera a little firmer. All things considered, the 6D has a great shape.In your hand does the 6D seem much smaller than the 5D3? Thanks.