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.
Not really sure what everyone was expecting here, but Canon did exactly what I wanted them to do with this update. Focus system of the 1DX, 6 fps, and a way to tether without wires. (SD)
I’ve used the 5D MkII for everything except action, and I will continue to do exactly that with the MkIII. I’ll skip the 1DX however, and stick with the 1D mkIV for the heavy lifting.
Disappointment is an understatement!
I think the problem with the new 5d MKIII is simply that is has so much to live up to after the MKII. I mean whether you have a foot in the Canon or Nikon camp the Mk II is a pretty amazing camera and great bang for buck. I am in the Canon camp and have been for a long time. My only issues with the 5d Mk II have been the focus and the sync speed with strobes. So yes they have addressed the focus issue, given us 1 more mega pixel and an increased ISO… but I can’t help feeling a bit flat about it. The Mk III just has no real WOW ingredient. Talking to other photographers they kind of feel the same. Canon don’t seem to be taking an approach that gives us a clear separation as to which camera for your area of photography ( 1 size does not fit all and never will), whereas Nikon do with their latest releases. So no I won’t be rushing out to buy the Mk III, but I will be having a close look at the new 600ex flash units!
What a disappointment..
Considering the 5DII can be purchased for $2000 right now the new 5DIII is not justifiable. It will be a hard sell against the D800 which is $500 less! I use a 7D which is fine for my needs but I was hoping to pick up the new 5DIII until I read the spec list. Not impressed. I like that they changed the ergonomics to that of the 7D and some other little upgrades but that’s not enough for me to pay $3500. Maybe if the price drops below $3000 I’ll be interested again…