Hey there photo nerds. We’re all in this together and today Canon just added more fuel to the HdDSLR fire – the much-anticipated Canon 5D MK III is here. They made some interesting choices on pixel count, recording modes, etc. So let’s review the skinny of it all.
Here’s some highlighted specs:
_22.3MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
_3.2″ Clear View High Resolution LCD
_DIGIC 5+ Image Processor
_61-Point High Density AF
_Full HD 1080/30p and 720/60p Formats
_Built-In HDR and Multiple Exposure Modes
_Extended ISO Range (50-102400)
_Up to 6.0 FPS Continuous Still Mode Shooting
_Dual CF and SD Memory Card Slots
_Magnesium-Alloy Construction
The curve balls for the people I’m talking to? The no 1080 at 60p. Please note I HAVE NOT touched one of these cameras – unlike Nikon, Canon doesn’t trust me with a 10-foot pole and I get no advance copies of these cameras.
The look? She’s small and sleek. Click thru a range of images of the camera via the above tabs.
Now, not unlike what I’ve done with the recent launch of the Nikon D800 and Nikon D4…rather than me spouting off about having played with the system or telling you what your feelings about this system should be, I’m turning the tables back to you. What’s your take? Love, hate, indifferent? Insights? I know that Canon folks, including, ahem, Chuck Westfall read this blog, so your comments on this post – glowing or otherwise – might help inform Canon and the rest of the camera manufacturers about what your thinking…
Link to all the Canon 5D MK III details and/or purchase here via B&H.
I got mine over a week ago and I’ve used it in a lot of different circumstances. It simply ROCKS, as I’m sure the D800 does. But if you do a lot of low light shooting, the 5D III kicks balls and doesn’t call the next morning—Cause it’s a rock star!
Cannon is an awesome company. They understand the basic needs vs the right combination of benefits for the photographer at a killer price. I own a Cannon 550D and i think it is a replacement for the Cannon 7D. It is better that the 7d. Costs lesser also.
This update is basically worthless. The Nikon line is worthless. I own Canon gear with some great glass. I will be the first to admit that Sony is the future. The innovation that Sony brings to the table at the price point they do will make them the new “Apple”. No one wants to admit that their investment in their current gear has been rendered obsolete by the folks that brought us the “Walkman”.
For me, it’s all about innovation. Canon and Nikon just aren’t hungry enough and Sony is poised to make its move.
Finally. Now I can load up on the 5D MKII’s. Hopefully there will still be a few left for a little while.
Pretty disappointed with Canon yet again. Two good thing’s though, are the new processor, and advanced AF system which was much needed.
As for the dual card slots, why on earth use SD, a right put off for me. I won’t be buying a MK IIIeven if the price came down to 5D MkII prices.
This is the second time in as many months that Canon have let their loyal fans down. After the ‘All new 24 – 70mm ‘L’, appeared on the market with no IS, I thought then that my days of owning Canon gear were numbered.
It’s about time that Canon pulled their finger out, and really started listening to their customers, and stopped all the marketing hype, not only are they going to start losing sales to newcomers in the market place but seasoned owners who can afford to change brands will start leaving them, unless they start producing worthwhile upgrades and develop new products.
They need to take a long hard look at their pricing structures. Extortionate compared to other manufacturers.
Now I wonder where my nearest Nikon dealership is?