Canon EOS 5D Mark II 21.1MP Full Frame CMOS Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) | 
| Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
Buy New: $2,499.00
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Rating:  147 reviews
Sales Rank: 90
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Display Size: 3
Maximum Resolution: 21.1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.8
Dimensions (in): 6 x 4.5 x 3
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: 2764B003
Model: EOS 5D Mark II
UPC: 013803105384
EAN: 0013803105384
ASIN: B001G5ZTLS
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 21.1-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, 14-bit A/D conversion, wide range ISO setting 100-6400 | | • | Body only; lenses sold separately | | • | DIGIC 4 Image Processor; high-performance 3.9 fps continuous shooting; Live View Function for stills | | • | Full HD video capture at 1920x1080 resolution for up to 4GB per clip ; HDMI output | | • | Updated EOS Integrated Cleaning System specifically designed to work with a full-frame sensor |
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Product Description
Compact, lightweight with environmental protection, EOS 5D successor boasts a newly-designed Canon CMOS sensor, with ISO sensitivity up to 25,600 for shooting in near dark conditions. The new DIGIC 4 processor combines with the improved CMOS sensor to deliver medium format territory image quality at 3.9 frames per second, for up to 310 frames. Triggered from Live View Mode, HD video capture allows users to shoot uninterrupted at full 1080 resolution at 30fps -- for amazing quality footage with outstanding levels of detail and realism. The integration of HD movie capability into a high-end 21.1-megapixel camera opens a multitude of new possibilities for photojournalists and news photographers. With its full frame CMOS sensor and outstanding ISO performance, the EOS 5D Mark II will appeal to any photographer in search of the finest camera equipment available -- from studio and wedding to nature and travel photographers.
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 Amazing piece of kit for an amateur September 2, 2010
J. Darknell (San Jose, CA USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I admit it, I'm a rank amateur when it comes to photography. I took a couple years worth of classes for Photography in college, but that was nearly 20 years ago AND it was all film based. Still, I've long been obsessed with cameras and photography in general. I sold my old Canon EOS film camera the moment digitals became affordable for us regular folks. Since then I've had a long string of different cameras, but they were all only OK. I always pined for the look I remembered capturing with my old EOS film camera, that to me was photography. Every shot I took looked like a crummy point and shoot vacation image. Fine for trips with the family, but nothing to be taken too seriously. Last year after years of slobbering over the 5D (mark II and precursor) I finally broke down and took the plunge, and haven't regretted it one bit. I LOVE this camera. This is what I remember photography being. Something that can be controlled and worked with, minus all the horrible smelly chemicals. I work exclusively with a 50mm prime F1.4 and the lovely depth of field speaks to me, and allows me to capture images of sublime beauty (to me anyways). I've heard over the years so many times that good photographers can make amazing images even with crummy equipment, while that may be true, for amateurs like me, having amazing tools sure helps a LOT. I'm rarely seen out and about without my camera these days and I have Canon to thank for bringing me so much joy. Highly recommended.
 Canon EOS 5D mk2 August 29, 2010
L. Freel
I can't say much more than what's already been said however in my arsenal of lenses both Canon and non-Canon, I've found differences in IQ that are now noticeable whereas my 30D could not "see" any differences. Lenses are Canon EF 70-200-mm f4, Canon EF 28-135m f4-f5.6, Sigma 18-50-mm f2.8, Tokina 11-16-mm f2.8. First the Digital Tokina. As expected the vignette is bad at 11mm but at 16mm perfectly acceptable and still sharp. The Sigma is untested at the moment. The Canon EF 28-135-mm is soft at all settings and the Canon EF 70-200-mm is excellent at all zoom ranges. With a trip coming up to California and the Oregon coast I'll have the Canon EF 70-200-mm and the Tokina along and put both to the test. The Sigma I'm guessing may be fine at 50-mm as it shows some softness below f5.6 on my 30D.
I'll report back on my successes as well as the not so great successes.
great camera with some compromises August 28, 2010
Standingtree
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
The major complaint I have despite all the great values :
1) The focusing is just bad/ if you have tried 7d, you will see a huge difference
2) I wish the ISO performance will be improved in the next model
3) auto focusing in video is non-existent
4) not very weather sealing
Then I pretty much agree with all the good things about this camera!!!!
If you already have real good canon glass and want an upgrade August 13, 2010
J. Silberman (Bergen County, New Jersey)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
If you are a canon user with a significant investment in L-Glass from previous crop bodies, you will want to consider getting this camera or the next iteration of it. This is a full frame camera that provides great resolution for awesome cropping or wide angle shots. Although the current AF system is old, it is still very good. You will need to make sure your glass and body are at their optimum calibration as it is possible that even new out of the box to be slightly off. The factory will calibrate any Canon products within the first year for free. I suggest that you take them up on the deal. The only cost is your shipping to them. They are fast and good at what they do. Be aware that every lens can be off in either direction from zero being a front or back focussing issue. The body itself can be off, so do make sure the setup is right before doing any comparisons. All EOS models now offer micro adjustments to limit the need for sending out for calibration if you don't have the ability to part with your equipment for a few days.
The 5D Mark II takes stunning crisp photos. I've tested with 24-70 2.8L USM, 70-200 2.8L USM, 50mm 1.4, 85mm 1.8 with very good results. The HD video is a bonus. The lack of autofocus is not the worst trade off. The option to take clips of video when needed is nice though.
If you are on the fence about brand to choose and have not invested to much in one brand or another, do look into both Nikon, and Canon for the best options for you. The extra focus points are really nifty on the d700, but the lack of resolution and HD video option on the canon side is a big plus. Those moving up from existing Canon Digitals will appreciate the faster and more accurate focus that comes with all 9 points being in focus with hidden focus point assisting the crisp focus to the corners. I'm very pleased with this model and the options for indoor and outdoor shooting. ISO is so good that 3200 is better than 1600 on my 50D. The only issues I've had are with the slightly slower frame speed, and the annoying shutter sound that is flimsy in comparison to my 50D.
A great camera that is up there with the really high end SLR's with a much lower entry level. Glass is still expensive but you can keep that for ever if you take care of it.
Fantastic video ! August 9, 2010
Leo
I purchased the Canon 5D for it's video quality, I am really a Nikon user of many years and actually I use it with Nikon lenses. I have found that Canon does tweak images in camera more than Nikon does so I prefer to use Nikon when it comes to stills.
Video quality is the reason I got it, I do nature documentary films and used a Panasonic HVX-200 with a 35mm lens adapter to get a more filmic image and the capability of using long Nikon lenses.
I did get most of both wishes and it was fun at the beginning but the camera turned into a huge and heavy monster. This along with all the rest of the equipment needed made me quit using the adapter and finally sold the camera.
For most of my video needs with a proper camera I now have a HPX-150 and pulled away from P2 and quit the adapter as well.
The Canon 5D is not a video cam per se and can't seamlessly be used as one, but the image quality it produces is fantastic and makes one work hard at getting footage with it.
You will need to brush up on your technique as you do need to know what you are doing with speed and f stops and ND filters and lighting. The 5D reminds one of film cameras, that once aperture is set up (it runs at 180 deg) it's a shoot / stop one button camera !
Should your dilemma be 5D or 7D... go 5D ! The image is more organic and the larger pixel count of the sensor eventually show in terms of better resolution and better low light images.
Nikon lenses work perfect and quite cheap adapters are readily available and working with SD cards is great !
Cons... no real quality sound, and this is a big con as you will eventually need a portable recorder and sync sound with the one images obtained.
You do need to work on the ergonomy since it's designed to be a stills camera and it's awkward to move like a real moving image camera.
Hope this helps!
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