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Canon EOS 5D Mark II 21.1MP Full Frame CMOS Digital SLR Camera with EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens (OLD MODEL)
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Brand | Canon |
Model Name | 5D MARK II |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 21.1 MP |
Photo Sensor Size | Full Frame (35mm) |
Image Stabilization | Digital |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 1/8000sec. to 30secs., bulb(Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode.), X-sync at 1/200sec. See more |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Exposure Control Type | aperture-priority AE, Program AE, bulb, Manual, depth-of-field AE, shutter-priority AE, Automatic, E-TTL II See more |
Form Factor | Compact |
About this item
- 21.1-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, 14-bit A/D conversion, wide range ISO setting 100-6400
- Includes Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM lens
- 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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Picture quality | 4.5 | 5.0 | 4.6 | — | 4.7 | — |
Auto focus | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.8 | — | 4.7 | — |
Image stabilization | 3.7 | 4.1 | 4.3 | — | 4.1 | — |
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display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 3 inches | 4.6 inches | 3 inches | 3.2 inches | 3 inches | 2 inches |
lens type | zoom | Telephoto | Telephoto | — | Telephoto | Wide Angle |
shooting modes | Landscape, Neutral, Faithful, Portrait, Monochrome | Landscape | Shutter Priority, Easy, Automatic, Movie | High dynamic rang | Automatic | Automatic |
connectivity tech | HDMI, USB | Wi-Fi, NFC | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Micro HDMI, USB | USB | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Micro HDMI, USB | USB |
video resolution | FHD 1080p | 2160p | 4320p | FHD 1080p | 4320p | 1080p |
optical zoom | 4.3 multiplier x | 2 multiplier x | 0 multiplier x | 2 multiplier x | 0 multiplier x | 1 multiplier x |
magnification | 0.71x | — | 0.70x | Optical | 0.96x | 0.72x |
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Auto Focus Technology | Phase Detection, Selective single-point, Face Detection, Multi-area, Single, Continuous, Live View, Contrast Detection |
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Aspect Ratio | 1.55:1 |
Display Resolution Maximum | 920,000 |
Photo Sensor Size | Full Frame (35mm) |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 21.1 MP |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 21.1 MP |
Frame Rate | 24 fps, 30 fps |
White balance settings | Auto |
Self Timer Duration | 10 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
Camera Flash | Built-In |
Image Stabilization | Digital |
Flash Modes Description | Red Eye Reduction, Fill Flash, Automatic |
Flash Sync Speed | 1/200_sec |
Supported Image Format | JPEG, RAW |
Video Capture Format | h.264;mpeg-4 |
Video Capture Resolution | FHD 1080p |
Video Standard | MPEG-4 |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.71x |
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Viewfinder Type | Optical |
Screen Size | 3 Inches |
Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
Touch Screen Type | No |
Model Name | 5D MARK II |
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Brand | Canon |
Model Number | 2764B004 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #636,892 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #1,592 in DSLR Cameras |
ASIN | B001G5ZTMM |
Color | Black |
Included Components | Camera Body & Lens |
Assembly Required | No |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Processor Description | Digic 4 |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.98 x 2.95 x 4.49 inches |
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Item Weight | 810 Grams |
Warranty Type | Limited |
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Warranty & Support
Feedback
Lens Type | zoom |
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Aperture Modes | F4.0 |
Optical Zoom | 4.3 x |
Digital Zoom | 4.00 |
Maximum Aperture | 4 f |
Minimum Aperture | 22 f |
Zoom Type | Optical Zoom |
Autofocus Points | 9 |
Camera Lens Description | EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Lens |
Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
Focus Type | automatic with manual |
Maximum Focal Length | 105 Millimeters |
Minimum Focal Length | 24 Millimeters |
Photo Filter Thread Size | 77 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 6400 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 1/8000sec. to 30secs., bulb(Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode.), X-sync at 1/200sec. |
Exposure Control Type | aperture-priority AE, Program AE, bulb, Manual, depth-of-field AE, shutter-priority AE, Automatic, E-TTL II |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Light Sensitivity | ISO 50, ISO auto (100-400), ISO 100-1600, ISO 3200 |
Shooting Modes | Neutral, Landscape, Faithful, Portrait, Monochrome |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | Lithium Ion |
Battery Weight | 10 Grams |
Battery Life | 850 Photos |
Software Included | Hotshoe, PC terminal |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Digital Scene Transition | No |
Audio Input | No |
Connectivity Technology | USB, HDMI |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 3.9 |
Wireless Communication Technology | Yes |
Flash Memory Type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, Microdrive |
Memory Slots Available | 1 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 4 GB |
Special Feature | Waterproof |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Professional |
Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
Supported Audio Format | No |
Form Factor | Compact |
Hardware Interface | VGA, USB, HDMI, USB 2.0 |
Audio Recording | No |
Data Transfer Rate | 1500 KHz |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Product Description
Product Description
The Canon 2764B004 EOS 5D Mark II 21.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Lens includes a the Mark II digital SLR camera that has a stunning 21.1-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor with DIGIC 4 Image Processor, a vast ISO Range of 100-6400, plus EOS technologies like Auto Lighting Optimizer and Peripheral Illumination Correction. It supports Live View shooting, Live View HD videos, and more. It can shoot up to 3.9 fps, has 9 AF points plus 6 AF assist points, a new 98% coverage viewfinder, a 3.0-inch Clear View LCD (920,000 dots/VGA) and a rugged build. The EF 24-105 IS Lens is a standard zoom lens that can cover a large zoom area ranging from 24mm wide-angle to 105mm portrait-length telephoto. And its Image Stabilizer technology steadies camera shake up to three stops.
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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.
Other improvements to the EOS 5D include:
- Addition of Canons EOS Integrated Cleaning System, with a new Fluorine coating on the low-pass filter
- Larger 3.0-inch Clear View LCD with VGA resolution, a 170-degree angle of view and anti-reflective coatings
- Improved menu system including Quick Control Screen for more direct access to common settings
- Automatic peripheral illumination correction, utilizing detailed EF lens information to optimize JPEG images straight out of the camera
- Magnesium alloy construction with additional environmental protection
- UDMA memory card compatibility EOS 5D Mark II Highlights
New CMOS sensor
The EOS 5D Mark IIs newly designed full-frame 21.1-megapixel CMOS sensor features ISO sensitivity from 100-6400, expandable to 50, 12,800 and 25,600. Large 6.4µm2 pixels have been redesigned to capture more light and yield a better signal to noise ratio to ensure lower noise images throughout the ISO range. The full frame sensor has the same dimensions as a frame of 35mm film. This means that wide-angle lenses stay wide, without the change in angle of view associated with smaller sensor cameras. As well as benefiting from finer control over depth of field, photographers moving up to the EOS 5D Mark IIs full frame format will find the newly designed wide, bright 98 percent coverage viewfinder on a joy to work with.
New DIGIC 4 processor
A new DIGIC 4 processor combined with 14-bit analogue to digital conversion provides smooth gradations in mono-tonal areas such as skies, and highly accurate color rendition. As well as HD movie shooting, DIGIC 4s high speed provides for long uninterrupted continuous bursts of large JPEGs, near-instant start-up times and immediate and fast review after shooting. DIGIC 4 also provides for improved noise reduction algorithms, complementing the already low-noise images from the EOS 5D Mark IIs CMOS sensor.
HD video capture
The EOS 5D Mark II is Canons first DSLR to incorporate full HD 1920x1080 video capture. Once filming is started from Live View mode, photographers can fire off either single of continuous stills, with video capture continuing after the final frame is captured.
See everything
A new 3.0-inch VGA resolution LCD provides a wide 170 degree angle-of-view, providing plenty of clarity for accurate focus checks in playback. The screen brightness can automatically adjust to suit viewing conditions, extending battery life in low light and improving viewing in bright conditions. A new dedicated Live View button switches modes to display a real-time image on the LCD. This allows EOS 5D Mark II photographers to enjoy simplified shooting from awkward angles. Simple connection to a PC provides easy remote shooting.
Precision focus and metering
A 9-point auto focus system is supported by 6 additional invisible Assist AF points, located inside the spot-metering circle to optimise subject tracking performance in AI SERVO AF mode. For accurate exposure readings in tricky lighting conditions, the spot metering circle covers just 3.5 percent of the frame.
Control
The EOS 5D Mark IIs redesigned menu system includes a new Quick Control screen, for instant access to the most commonly changed settings. A new Creative Auto mode allows photographers to cede control of key settings to the camera, while retaining control over creative variables such background blur, drive mode and image brightness. Custom user settings allow photographers to switch between two completely different camera setups. This is ideal for changing quickly between two different environments, such as switching from working inside a church without flash to outdoors with fill-flash at a wedding.
Optional Accessories
Shooting flexibility is enhanced with a range of new accessories. Shooting capacity can be extended with either the high-capacity 1800mAh lithium-ion Battery Pack LP-E6, or Battery Grip BG-E6.
A new optional Wireless File Transmitter
The WFT-E4 offers external HDD and GPS compatibility along with ability to transmit images direct to computer or FTP server, or operate the camera wirelessly. Both the BG-E6 and WFT-E4 feature a vertical orientation shutter release and other key controls for comfortable portraiture work, with a substantial grip to help balance the camera when used with long lenses.
What's in the Box- EOS 5D Mark II Body
- Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM lens
- Eyecup Eb
- Wide Neck Strap EW-EOS5DMKII
- Stereo Video Cable STV-250N
- USB Interface Cable IFC-200U
- Battery Charger LC-E6
- Battery Pack LP-E6
- EOS Digital Solution Disk
- Software Instruction Manual
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at DPReview.com Canon EOS 5D Mark II Digital SLR: Highly Recommended by dpreview.com
Back in August 2005 Canon 'defined a new DSLR category' (their words) with the EOS 5D. Unlike any previous 'full frame' sensor camera, the 5D was the first with a compact body (i.e. not having an integral vertical grip) and has since then proved to be very popular, perhaps because if you wanted a full frame DSLR to use with your Canon lenses and you didn't want the chunky EOS-1D style body then the EOS 5D has been your only choice. Three years on and two competitors have turned up in the shape of the Nikon D700 and Sony DSLR-A900, and Canon clearly believes it's time for a refresh.
So here is the 5D Mark II, which punches high in terms of both resolution and features, headlining: 21 megapixels, 1080p video, 3.0-inch VGA LCD, Live view, higher capacity battery. In other words, a camera that aims to leapfrog both its direct rivals, either in terms of resolution (in the case of the D700) or features (in the case of the DSLR-A900). Full detail below.
Key features / improvements
- 21 megapixel CMOS sensor (very similar to the sensor in the EOS-1Ds Mark III)
- Sensor dust reduction by vibration of filter
- ISO 100 - 6400 calibrated range, ISO 50 - 25600 expansion (1Ds Mark III & 5D max ISO 3200)
- Auto ISO (100 - 3200) in all modes except manual
- 3.9 frames per second continuous shooting
- DIGIC 4 processor, new menus / interface as per the EOS 50D
- Image processing features: Highlight tone priority, Auto lighting optimizer (4 levels), High ISO noise reduction (4 levels), Lens peripheral illumination correction (vignetting correction)
- RAW and SRAW1 (10 MP) / SRAW2 (5 MP)
- RAW / JPEG selection made separately
- Permanent display of ISO on both top plate and viewfinder displays
- AF micro adjustment (up to 20 lenses individually)
- Three custom modes on command dial, Creative Auto mode
- Image copyright metadata support
- 98% coverage viewfinder (0.71x magnification)
- 3.0" 920,000 dot LCD monitor with 'Clear View' cover / coatings, 170° viewing angle
- Automatic LCD brightness adjustment (ambient light sensor)
- Live view with three mode auto-focus (including face detection)
- No mirror-flip for exposures in Live View if contrast detect AF selected
- Movie recording in live view (1080p H.264 up to 12 minutes, VGA H.264 up to 24 mins per clip)
- Two mode silent shooting (in live view)
- New jump options in play mode
- HDMI and standard composite (AV) video out
- Full audio support: built-in mic and speaker, mic-in socket, audio-out over AV (although not HDMI)
- IrPort (supports IR remote shutter release using optional RC1 / RC5 controllers)
- UDMA CompactFlash support
- New 1800 mAh battery with improved battery information / logging
- New optional WFT-E4 WiFi / LAN / USB vertical grip
- Water resistance: 10 mm rain in 3 minutes >Read more at dpreview.com
Canon EOS 5D Mark II: Highly Recommended by dpreview.com How do you follow a classic? That's the question Canon faced when it got to work producing a successor to the EOS 5D. The original 5D was the first 'affordable' and lightweight (in relative terms) full frame camera, and set a standard for low noise at high ISO settings that remains competitive three years later. The EOS 5D attained almost cult status amongst Canon users (selling surprisingly well for a $3000 camera), and paved the way for Nikon (with the D700) and Sony (with the Alpha 900) to launch their own 'compact' full frame semi-pro bodies.
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Customers are impressed with the quality, performance, and value of the digital camera. They mention that it's a professional level camera with an amazing build quality, outstanding image quality, and great ISO performance. They are also satisfied with the camera, light performance, ease of use, and that it is well worth the price. That said, opinions are mixed on autofocus.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the digital camera. They mention that it has a high-quality LCD screen, and is built to last. Some say that the camera is the fastest and most amazing they've ever used. Overall, customers are happy with the product's performance and value.
"...5DII is a solid camera, and I think its best buy for the money since the ability to produce good image is the most important factor...." Read more
"...This was not a reason for my purchase, but I have been impressed by the quality of the videos this camera produces...." Read more
"...The main things I love about this camera is the amazing build quality, full frame, large and bright viewfinder and the pictures the L lens takes...." Read more
"...ISO sensitivity: one of the best today. I shot out of a car window at twilight in a spooky looking town and got amazing shots at 6400+...." Read more
Customers like the image quality of the digital camera. They say that it takes pictures with a sharpness that they have found hard to match by any other camera, the video quality is comparable with the other cheaper models, and the megapixel full frame sensor produces stunningly gorgeous images and perfect mural prints. They also mention that the ISO performance truly stuns them, and that the new display is outstanding. They further appreciate the ability to capture high-res JPG or RAW pictures while simultaneously, and mention that there is only minor vignetting.
"...And of course, the details in the images are very crisp, a big upgrade from my old camera.The rate of 3.9 is pretty good in my opinion...." Read more
"...The Mark II's new display is outstanding; while a few other cameras now offer the same 3 inch high resolution LCD, the new display allows the user..." Read more
"...The most amazing feature is the amazing image quality. The image quality has blown me away and this camera can do amazing things like shoot in low..." Read more
"...at some distance, and crop out the subject and still have a superior quality photo...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the digital camera. They mention that it has a high resolution, great ISO performance, and a long list of lenses that work perfectly. The high ISO range and the ability to work with Raw have improved their work so much. The expanded ISO is good and has sensitivity that is one of the best today.
"...I usually have bluish image at 1/15, but this one seems to do it pretty well...." Read more
"...manual exposure control during videography which in my experience works very well...." Read more
"...+Amazing build quality/construction+Image quality+High ISO capability+Full Frame+Comes with L lens!..." Read more
"...ISO sensitivity: one of the best today. I shot out of a car window at twilight in a spooky looking town and got amazing shots at 6400+...." Read more
Customers like the value of the digital camera. They say it's well worth the price, worth its weight in gold, and is well cared for. Some mention that the camera came in a week and looks brand new.
"...5DII is a solid camera, and I think its best buy for the money since the ability to produce good image is the most important factor...." Read more
"...features wise this is a choice DSLR for the stills shooter at an incredible value...." Read more
"...unit to save some $$, unit came with 600 on the shutter & in perfect condition. Everything is intuitive for the seasoned canon user...." Read more
"...Another reason why I went with the 5D2 is that the price can't be beat and the construction is far superior than the 6D, as well as the ergonomics...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the digital camera. They say that the photo sensor is good enough that there is a discernible difference in pics, the camera is fantastic, and the advantage of full-frame sensor is obvious. They also say that it is an excellent camera for their needs, and that the picture quality and resolution from is excellent. They further say that AF is enough for portraiture, or still life, but for anything serious like concerts or, it is great for cropping.
"...The camera is nice and large and is perfect for my big hands. The most amazing feature is the amazing image quality...." Read more
"...I am not regretting the decision at all. This is an excellent camera for my needs and the picture quality and resolution from its 21 megapixel..." Read more
"...The full-frame image sensor means that all those 35mm lenses you have will still behave the way they did on your 35mm SLR...." Read more
"...The full frame sensor is also very nice. 21 MP provides a lovely sharpness to the images. Solid construction...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the digital camera. They say the controls and menu system are easy to navigate. The intuitive Canon operating system is a major highlight of the product. The various menus make life easier. They highly recommend this product.
"...-Great customization and cool menu controls.-I laughed at video but am starting to use it regularly at weddings...." Read more
"...The new menu system is 100 times better than the old one, very easy to go from tab-to-tab rather than all the scrolling of the old menu system, and..." Read more
"...Everything is intuitive for the seasoned canon user. What stood out for me was that ISO performance is a MAJOR leap ahead...." Read more
"...This, however, is not a beginner's camera...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the light performance of the camera. They mention that it handles low light extremely well, and the ISO range offers bright, sharp images in dark situations.
"...'s ability to register most Canon lenses and eliminate problems like peripheral illumination has proven remarkable during my use...." Read more
"...image quality has blown me away and this camera can do amazing things like shoot in low light, produce amazing bokeh even with the f/4 and the IS..." Read more
"...Larger and brighter, you'll notice it self-adjust the brightness when you're outside too. Live-view is awesome!..." Read more
"...I have no issues in low light if the subject contains detail...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the autofocus of the camera. Some mention that it's dead on, while others say that it is poor and impossible to use in low light. They also say that the lens micro adjustments can make autofocus nearly perfect.
"...When I mount the 50mm 1.4 on the 5DII, the focus is a bit slow, and also the minimal focus distance for the 50mm 1.4 is quiet long at 0.45m. I was..." Read more
"...normal lighting conditions there has been no problem getting fast, accurate focus...." Read more
"...Cons: Slow frame rate and poor autofocus make this impossible to use in any sort of action shots...." Read more
"...The only major flaw of the 5D II is the auto-focus. Sometimes it works perfectly and sometimes it seems to be possessed by the devil...." Read more
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I am budget conscious, not rich or anything. Therefore it is a bit hard for me to justify buying over 3000 dollars of equipment for mainly weekend and vacation shooting. I've used it for almost 2 weeks and I would say overall I don't regret buying it. I will list some pros and cons from my perspective.
Pros:
A lot of detail is available from the RAW files. A bit of brushing and those blown out while sky comes back to life easily. Just tweaking with LR, I can get those HDR looking photos where everywhere is exposed without doing bracketing. Its not perfect HDR of course, but pretty good and amazing in my opinion. And of course, the details in the images are very crisp, a big upgrade from my old camera.
The rate of 3.9 is pretty good in my opinion. I use a 600x card and shoot RAW only; the camera shows 13 shots continuously at that rate before clogging, which is pretty good.
The weight of the camera makes shooting at slower shutter speed easier. When I was hand holding my old camera(I rather not say model), I usually have bluish image at 1/15, but this one seems to do it pretty well. Some people probably can hand hold 1/15 easily with any camera, but this is just something I noticed. I think the extra weight gave me this extra stability or maybe there is something going on inside.
Knowing that this is a Full Frame camera with the ability to capture pretty much the best quality images is satisfying. I travel whenever my finance allow, and some of the destinations I probably will never go again or just simply change from time to time. Therefore the biggest justification for myself buying this camera is to be able to capture images without later regrets. Before, I had images with the sky fully blown out or the face of my subject poorly lit and by recovering from LR, I just loose a lot of detail and make everything look unpleasant. Professionals probably can shoot better I know, but I am not pro and the comfort of not paying so much for my mistakes and no regrets is the main reason I am happy with my decision.
now onto the Cons:
Like everyone said, the focus is the downside of 5DII. Maybe I am overshadowed by all the other reviews; but from what I feel, I just think its a bit slow, more noticeable during darker situations. I have not used a lot of cameras so maybe I am just nit-picking. When I mount the 50mm 1.4 on the 5DII, the focus is a bit slow, and also the minimal focus distance for the 50mm 1.4 is quiet long at 0.45m. I was inside a museum, and sometimes I'm just too close to the subject, or sometimes its just too dark, so the focusing seems to be confused once in awhile. I don't have anything technical to back this up, just my feeling. The lack of focus point don't bother me at all since I only use the central one and rarely shoot birds or sports. Its not a problem when I'm outside, I hardly notice it, but when I do, it bothers me.
The weight adds stability while shooting, but is definitely not good for walking. Having this magnesium alloy brick hanging on my neck without support is not pleasant.
Shutter is a bit loud and lower pitch. I think each and everyone have a different preference for shutter sound. I actually like the sound of short higher pitch, for example the Rebels.
Vignette and Light fall off. Coming from a cropped, the vignetting and light falls off at the corners is much more noticeable. I know different lens behaves differently, but this is definitely more noticeable.
Build-in Mic is nearly useless during recording. It is very noisy. Even if you want to record something simple, the quality of sound coming out of the mic makes me mute it all together.
The large megapixel makes my Lightroom 4.1 a lot slower. I have an Acer Laptop, i5-2410, 8GB Ram, Nvidia Geforce GT540M laptop. No SSD, just regular 640GB, 5400RPM Hard drive. The laptop is not something blazing fast, but I had no problem with 10 Megapixel RAW files. Now the full 21 Megapixel RAW files from 5DII are making my LR a lot slower. I already rooted my comp to clean out the bloatwares and tried to render 1:1 when importing and all the other tweaks I can find on the internet but it is still quiet slow. It is noticeably slow while editing (applying different presets and brushing) and slow when exporting. Its not anything bad for the camera, but something every buyer should consider, as I am now planning to dropping more money to buy a better desktop.
Recommendations:
I think for those non-professionals, this is probably the best pick for the money. The new 5DIII is obviously better, but the price is a big factor for me. For people who have the money, buy it; but I don't, so I rather save that extra dollars and spend it on a vacation. The focus is good enough in my opinion, probably because I don't shoot sports or things that are moving like crazy. All the other nitpicks such as power switch position, dop preview position, slow rate are completely irrelevant in my opinion. 5DII is a solid camera, and I think its best buy for the money since the ability to produce good image is the most important factor.
For those who wants to buy a full frame, I would say make sure you know why you want to buy it. The desire of getting better gear is always with us, and I recommend for anyone buying anything really, make sure you justify your purchase. Please don't buy a good camera like this and simply put it away in your closet after the first few month. It pains budget conscious people like me who have invested so much time to find the best pick. If you have the extra cash, knows that photography requires lots of hard work, and want to advance in photography, I would say its worth it.
This camera isn't perfect. The 5D Mark II does have a lower frame rate than some other very fine cameras at 3.9 frames per second. Nevertheless, this frame rate has been fine for my purposes, including wildlife and bird photography. I am able to catch hummingbirds in flight. Unless you are a professional sports or action photographer there is simply no need to consider the much more expensive 1 series camera bodies.
I would have preferred more focus points than the 9 visible and 6 invisible points this camera provides, though in normal lighting conditions there has been no problem getting fast, accurate focus. In very low light where the shot requires an ISO of 3200 or 6400 and no flash, the camera does sometimes have trouble, especially with moving or flat, low-contrast subjects. But considering that we wouldn't even be able to get an essentially noise-free image with another camera at these settings it seems a small criticism.
This camera also lacks an internal flash. Some people may feel this to be a loss, but with the extraordinary low-light capability of the 5D Mark II I haven't missed this feature at all. When I want to use a flash I can easily attach one, and that seems to be a rare event now. The ability to capture low light images without the exposure problems flash often causes is an enormous improvement for me. And when I need a flash I always have my 580 EX II available, though it does add some weight to this body.
The high resolution of this camera will show up flaws in any attached lens. Thus, you are going to have to use high quality glass to get the most out of the body. Those who are not able or willing to make an investment in "L" quality lenses would probably be just as happy with a 50D or similar bodies from other manufacturers. On the other hand, this camera's ability to register most Canon lenses and eliminate problems like peripheral illumination has proven remarkable during my use.
Notably, there are many other improvements over the original 5D, which was a wonderful camera that many people would still be very happy with. The Mark II's new display is outstanding; while a few other cameras now offer the same 3 inch high resolution LCD, the new display allows the user to enlarge the image enough to get a very good idea of what the final image will look like in print. When using auto ISO settings the camera makes very good choices to capture the best image possible. In fact, the algorithms this camera's DIGIC 4 processor uses for all its settings seem superior to any of the others I have looked at. And if you don't like the choices the camera makes, it is completely customizable, including 3 user settings on the main control knob.
Then too, you do have to read the manual and take time to learn the many controls and settings that are available. I am convinced that several of the negative reviews on this site are simply the result of not understanding the full capabilities of this camera. For example comments about the "sharpness" of photos fail to take into account that the camera comes with certain sharpness settings by default, but that these can be changed and images sharpened to an almost garish degree. Other comments about supposed failings of different portrait mode settings or white balance adjustments likewise seem not to recognize that nearly every setting on this camera can be modified to match the operator's desires. This is a highly advanced instrument which requires some study before taking it out into the field.
One way to judge a camera body is by the people who choose to use it. The outstanding professional photographer and professor of photography, Pete Souza was named official Whitehouse photographer earlier this year; his history-making first digital official Presidential portrait of President Obama was made using a 5D Mark II. Numerous photo journalists, wedding and event photographers and others who make their living with their equipment are using 5D Mark II bodies. I am also seeing this camera being used more and more by sports photographers, despite its 3.9 fps rate.
I have said nothing about the video capability. This was not a reason for my purchase, but I have been impressed by the quality of the videos this camera produces. I did not at first recognize what a game changer high def video capability in an SLR would become. It is interesting that Canon has now issued a firmware upgrade to allow full manual exposure control during videography which in my experience works very well. You must, however, have a good quality computer with a fast processor and high end video card to be able to edit the high def output.
Like any other camera, there are a few small things Canon could have done to make this an even more remarkable improvement over the original 5D. But taken as a whole, for my money this is far and away the best, most feature rich and useable DSLR available for professional and serious photographers.
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Great body and at a fantastic price!