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EOS 5D Mk II 

The full frame EOS 5D Mark II combines outstanding resolution with 3.9 fps shooting and superlative high ISO performance.

 

Due November 2008

 

 Canon 5D Mk II
 
     
 
 

  • 21.1MP full frame CMOS sensor

  • DIGIC 4 processor

  • ISO range expandable to 25600

  • Full HD (1080, 30fps) movie recording

  • High-res 3.0” VGA LCD with Live View

  • 3.9fps JPEG shooting up to card capacity

  • 9-point AF + 6 Assist AF points

  • Magnesium alloy body

21.1 Megapixel full frame CMOS sensor
For the ultimate in creative shooting, the EOS 5D Mark II features a full frame CMOS sensor (36mm x 24mm). With no cropping or magnification effects, enjoy a true wide angle experience through the large, bright viewfinder. Redesigned pixels minimise noise, while a 21.1 Megapixel resolution surpasses the standards demanded by the leading picture agencies.

DIGIC 4
Canon’s DIGIC 4 works with the EOS 5D Mark II’s image sensor to deliver outstanding reproduction of colours and subtle tonal gradations. DIGIC 4 also delivers split-second start-up times, Face Detection AF in Live View mode, and additional HD movie recording.

High ISO
For handheld shooting in low light, the EOS 5D Mark II offers ISO speeds of up to 6400. For dark scenes where using flash is undesirable, this can be expanded to an incredible ISO 25600.

Full HD movie recording
The EOS 5D Mark II complements outstanding still imaging capabilities with Full HD (1080) video recording. Users can even shoot video to memory card without losing the ability to capture still images. An HDMI connection allows High Definition playback of footage and images on an HDTV.

3.0” High Resolution LCD
The 3.0” Clear View LCD features 920,000 dot resolution, wide viewing angle and dual anti-reflective coatings – allowing ultra-detailed image review in a variety of conditions. Live View displays real-time images on the LCD, offering three types of auto focus: Quick AF, Live AF, and Face Detection Live AF, which locks onto faces detected in the frame.

Up to 3.9 frames per second
The EOS 5D Mark II offers continuous shooting at 3.9 frames per second. When shooting JPEGs to a UDMA card, maximum burst is limited only by card capacity.

9-point AF + 6 Assist AF points
Precision auto focus is assured by Canon’s AF system, which employs 9 selectable points and 6 Assist AF points.

EOS Integrated Cleaning System
Canon’s built-in dust prevention system offers three ways of guarding images against the effects of dust: reduction of internal dust generation; an in-camera sensor cleaning mechanism; and the ability to map stubborn dust spots for removal with Digital Photo Professional software (included).

Durable, compact design
With a magnesium alloy construction, environmental protection and shutter durability of 150,000 releases, the EOS 5D Mark II is equally suited to location or studio work.

 
 
 

 

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What do we think?

We managed to get our hands on a pre-production model and wow!  Many may have accused Canon of sitting on their laurels over the last couple of years.  Anyone who uses the 5D Mk II will see that they have really answered their critics.

So where you start?  Low light - high ISO performance has become the hot subject of late and Nikon has certainly raised the bar.  This camera performs exceptionally well and has a very high ISO range. 

Until we get the pictures onto a PC we can't really comment on the overall quality but we never had any concerns over the quality of the 5D pictures anyway!

The 3" screen on the back is incredibly clear and we love the shortcut menu allowing you instant access to the most used features without delving into menu options.

The video function is an interesting feature. You can record up to 12 mins in one stretch which will be more than enough for most instances.

We are looking forward to seeing whether a breakout box could be connected to the mic input so XLR mics could be use.

Rest assured, Canon are back in the spotlight with this camera and it's going to be amazingly popular.