Canon has unveiled its latest camera models at Photokina in Cologne, Germany including the lightweight DSLR EOS 6D and the PowerShot G15 advanced compact. Photokina is the world's largest trade show for the photographic and imaging industries and is held every two years.

The Canon EOS 6D is the smallest and lightest full frame sensor format Canon DSLR camera ever (as of review time). The image quality benefits of Canon's full frame CMOS sensors are big, while the footprint of the 6D remains small - as does the relative impact on your wallet.

All things considered, the Canon EOS 6D is an excellent choice for the enthusiast and club photographer looking for a full-frame DSLR. These users will find that they have just about everything they need, and a bit more besides.

The Canon EOS 6D might sound like the dream ticket for full-frame DSLR aspirers. It's the first time that Canon's dipped its toe into the "budget" full-frame pond. But, to be realistic, its ￡1600 body-only asking price is still more the cash equivalent of a dive than a doggy-paddle.

Full-frame image quality; EOS Utility wireless shooting via computer has potential; view images from camera using smartphone device on location; smallest and lightest full-frame DSLR

Limited autofocus points; central-arrangement of autofocus points; just one SD card slot; no rear joystick-like control; no clean HDMI output; Wi-Fi just isn't user friendly; being forced to use Canon Image Gateway is irritating

The full-frame sensor, usually reserved for only top-of-the-line DSLR cameras, represents the finest standard of DSLR picture-grabbin'. It doesn't come cheap. But Canon fit a full-frame sensor into its new 6D - and offered camera buyers a pro-level detail at a price tag we've never seen before.

The new EOS 6D is the smallest and lightest full-frame Canon DSLR. The 6D features a 20.2 megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, built-in wireless transmitter, integrated GPS module, DIGIC 5+ image processor, an 11-point autofocus array, 63-zone dual-layer iFCL metering sensor, an expanded ISO range of...

While DSLRs fitted with APS-C sensors have always been popular with enthusiasts and consumers looking for a camera that offers a good balance between image quality and value for money, full-frame DSLRs have long been the number one choice for full-time professional photographers on account of their...

Excellent image quality; Impressive low-light performance; Intuitive Wi-Fi connectivity and GPS support; Solid and robust build quality; Accurate metering system

Only one cross-type AF sensor; No built-in pop-up flash; GPS and Wi-Fi drain battery life; No manual audio control for HD video

The Canon EOS 6D is one of the cheapest new full frame Digital SLRs available, find out how it performs in our review.

Excellent image quality; Excellent high ISO performance; Built in HDR shooting; Good value for money; Built in GPS / Wi-Fi; Quiet single / continuous shooting mode; Lightest / Smallest full frame DSLR; Lens AF fine tuning and distortion correction; Electronic level

1 memory card slot; Competitors feature built in flash; Lacks headphone socket for people keen on video; RAW shooting not available when using the HDR mode

Outstanding image quality and sophisticated Wi-Fi functions, but the autofocus system limits its appeal

Outstanding image quality and sophisticated Wi-Fi functions, but the autofocus system limits its appeal