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Canon EOS 5D Mark II (Body Only) 21.1-Megapixel Digital SLR

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Canon EOS 5D Mark II (Body Only)

21.1-Megapixel Digital SLR

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Canon EOS 5D Mark II (Body Only)

High Performance for High Expectation Canon's update to the wildly popular full frame EOS 5D is here, and it's better than ever. The EOS 5D Mark II has a stunning 21.1-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor with DIGIC 4 Image Processor, a vast ISO Range of 100-6400 (expandable to ISO L: 50, H1: 12800 and H2: 25600), 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. Full-frame shooters rejoice!

21.1 Megapixel Full-frame CMOS sensor
Full HD Video capture at 1920 x 1080 resolution
Next generation DIGIC 4 Image Processor
3.9 fps continuous shooting
3.0-inch Clear View LCD
Updated EOS Integrated Cleaning System

Manufacturer's Description

Highest ISO Range to Date.
The EOS 5D Mark II features a huge, full-frame sensor. A 21.1-megapixel CMOS sensor delivers images of up to 5616 x 3744 pixels. And since it is full-frame, all lenses will deliver the angle of view they would on a 35mm camera without a conversion factor. This comes in handy especially when shooting with wide-angle lenses. For the flexibility to shoot in even the most dimly lit situations, the EOS 5D Mark II offers Canon's highest ISO sensitivity to date, ranging from 100-6400 (expandable to ISO L: 50, H1: 12800 and H2: 25600). Thanks to improved noise reduction technologies, images shot even at highest sensitivity will be remarkably smooth.

HD Video Shooting with Live View Function.
The EOS 5D Mark II is the first digital EOS to offer recording of Full HD video in Live View Mode. Capable of shooting clips almost half an hour long at full 1080 resolution, the EOS 5D Mark II does amazing double duty, making it possible to shoot broadcast quality video on your camera by simply changing settings. The advantages move way beyond the ability to shoot on your SLR - the wealth of high-speed lenses and shooting accessories that make EOS photography so remarkable can be used in shooting video. Where interchangeable lens video cameras cost thousands of dollars, with the EOS 5D Mark II their operation, including HDMI output, is simply an added bonus to a remarkable camera.

State-of-the-Art Image Processing with Power and Speed.
The EOS 5D Mark II's sensor is backed up by Canon's DIGIC 4 Image Processor, which speeds up all operations making a number of new features possible. Processor intensive operations like Face Detection Live mode, HD video recording and lighting and lens peripheral optimization are all possible thanks to the DIGIC 4 Image Processor. The EOS 5D Mark II also offers full 14-bit A/D conversion. The analog output from the image sensor is converted into a digital signal via 14-bit conversion instead of the previously used 12-bit conversion, resulting in significantly finer tonal gradation for better prints.
DIGIC 4 Image Processor
Developed to maximize performance between capturing and recording stages of digital photography, Canon's DIGIC 4 chips use advanced signal processing technologies to enhance captures from Canon's CMOS sensors. Sophisticated processing algorithms help to speed up all operations, including write times to UDMA cards.
Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction
Canon's exclusive Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction takes into account any light falloff in the corners of the frame and corrects it, making for a perfectly exposed image. Correction data are detected automatically on a number of Canon lenses and can be entered manually through included Canon EOS Utility software.

Cutting-Edge Autofocus.
The EOS 5D Mark II has a sophisticated AF system consisting of 9 user-selectable AF points, along with a total of 6 additional vertical and horizontal AF assist points. The central AF point is cross-type, and is sensitive to vertical lines at an aperture of f/2.8, horizontal lines at f/5.6. The AF system is also sensitive to its light source, and can compensate for focus errors that can occur when multiple sources illuminate a scene. AF points can be chosen by the photographer using the 5D's multi-controller or preferred control dial. Plus, the EOS 5D features a dedicated AF ON button.

More Features in Live View Mode.
With Live View Function on the EOS 5D Mark II, you can zoom in and navigate the composition 5x or 10x normal size. There's even a grid overlay. Live View focusing modes include Quick mode, Live mode and Face Detection Live mode. The EOS 5D Mark II's Live View Function also makes videos in Full High-Definition. Shooting is at a frame rate of 30 fps. Sound is recorded either through the camera's built-in microphone or through an external microphone connected to the camera's microphone input terminal. Playback modes are available in the camera, and all Live View AF features can be used in shooting video.

Huge, High Resolution Screen.
The EOS 5D Mark II has an all-new 3.0-inch Clear View LCD that features high-resolution 920,000 dots/VGA for far more detail than any previous EOS Digital LCD. A number of new features enhance usability: a new anti-reflection and water-repellant coating provides a clearer and more smudge-resistant surface and a light sensor mounted below the screen enables automatic brightness adjustment in accordance with ambient light.

Full-Frame, Dust-Free Images.
Canon's Integrated Cleaning system includes a cleaning unit designed specifically for the EOS 5D Mark II's full-frame CMOS sensor. The camera's low-pass filter even has a new fluorine coating upon its surface to help repel dust. Dust that makes it past the EOS 5D Mark II's sensor cleaning system is easily removed in post processing using DPP software's Dust Detection Delete function, which can remove dust spots automatically from single or multiple image files.
Self Cleaning Sensor Unit
A key element of minimizing dust is preventing it from clinging to the front surface of the imaging sensor. To combat against this, the EOS 5D Mark II features a Canon-designed Self Cleaning Sensor Unit. The low-pass filter at the front of the sensor shakes off dust automatically with ultrasonic vibrations. The EOS 5D Mark II also has a coating on the front surface of the low-pass filter to increase its resistance to dust sticking to the sensor.
Dust Delete Data Detection
Dust that may still remain on the front of the sensor can also be erased with software included in Digital Photo Professional (DPP) Version 3.3 or later software. A simple test shot of a plain, white object can be taken, using a menu setting. This Dust Delete Data image is analyzed in-camera, and the location and size of any remaining dust is subtracted from any subsequent pictures taken. This data is transmitted along with the image, whether JPEG or RAW, and can be either manually or automatically erased in Canon's DPP software. This added software option ensures the cleanest possible image, perfect for printing or archiving.

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Avg. Customer Rating:

(based on 31 reviews)

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Bright LCD (29), Comfortable controls (23), Easy to use (21), Great image quality (30), Image stabilization (5), Strong construction (23), High ISO performance (4), Fast shutter speed (17)

Cons:

Heavy (5), Loud (4), Slow focus (4)

Best Uses:

Art (13), Fun (9), Landscapes (22), Portraits (22), Travel (18), Sports (4), Photojournalism (14)

Describe Yourself:

Photo enthusiast (13), Pro photographer (5), Semi-pro photographer (12)

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This camera is awesome for scenic pics!

By Bill

from West Chester, PA on 9/23/2009

Pros:

Bright LCD, Image Stabilization, Great Image Quality, Easy To Use, Fast Shutter Speed, Comfortable Controls

Best Uses:

Portraits, Landscape

Describe Yourself:

Semi-pro Photographer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Absolutely great for scenic photography!

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Definitely pleased with this camera.

By Ray the bee guy

from Santa Cruz on 9/1/2009

Pros:

High ISO performance, Easy To Use, Great Image Quality

Cons:

Loud

Best Uses:

Nature and Wildlife Shoot, Portraits, Landscape

Describe Yourself:

Photo Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I do a lot of macro photography and the resolution of this camera and IQ at higher ISO is great.

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Worth waiting for

By For the birds images

from Ventura, Ca on 8/18/2009

Pros:

Strong Construction, Comfortable Controls, Easy To Use, Bright LCD

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

Travel

Describe Yourself:

Semi-pro Photographer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Resolution is far better than my old 30D as I knew it would be. Even without a lens factor, the images are better than the best I could do with the 30D both shooting with a 400mm lens. As I expected it is slower at making the image, with 2.6 times more information to deal with. I will use this camera for a long time and take many thousands of images. If you can afford the price, you will be happy with it, long after you have forgotten what you paid for it.

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Great camera!

By Jose

from Jose on 7/15/2009

Pros:

Comfortable Controls, Great Image Quality, Strong Construction, Bright LCD

Best Uses:

Travel, Art

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Good addition for our Video Wedding company[@]

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Everything I expected, and then some

By Sqit

from Houston, TX on 6/16/2009

Pros:

Image Stabilization, Strong Construction, Full Frame Sensor, Bright LCD, Fast Shutter Speed, Great Image Quality, HD Video

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

Portraits, Landscape

Describe Yourself:

Photo Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This camera is well worth the investment if slow action or still photography is your forte. I was hesitant to spring for the 5D Mark II over the 50D, but shooting in comparison to my current 30D, this camera almost makes the 30D feel like a toy. It is truly a whole different league; and hopefully 21.1 megapixels stays ahead of the curve at least for a little while.

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General Features

AC Adapter

ACK-E6

Compatible Battery

LP-E6

Digital SLR

Body Only

Exposure Modes

Shutter-Priority AE, Program AE, Manual, Auto, Aperture-Priority AE

Focus Modes

Predictive Focus, One-Shot AF, Manual, Auto, 9 point AF

Image Format

RAW, JPEG

Lens Mount

Canon EF

Still Image Resolution (Max.)

5616 x 3744

Effective Megapixel Count

21.1

Flash

Accepts External Flash

LCD Display Size (Inches)

3.0

Removable Memory Type

Compact Flash (type II), Compact Flash (type I)

Sensitivity

ISO 100-6400

Shutter Speed

1/8000-30 second

Inputs / Outputs

Analog Audio / Video (Mini)

Yes

HDMI Mini

Yes

USB Port

Mini-B

Dimensions

Weight (Pounds)

1.8

Depth (Inches)

3.0

Height (Inches)

4.5

Width (Inches)

6.0

Detailed Specifications:
General

Type: Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera

Recording Media: CF Card Type I and II, UDMA-compliant CF cards, via external media (USB v.2.0 hard drive, via optional Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E4A)

Image Sensor Size: 36.0mm x 24.0mm (35mm Full-frame)

Compatible Lenses: Canon EF lenses

Lens Mount: Canon EF mount

Image Sensor

Type: High-sensitivity, high-resolution, large single-plate CMOS sensor

Pixels: Effective pixels: Approx. 21.1 megapixels

Total Pixels: Total pixels: Approx. 22.0 megapixels

Aspect Ratio: 3:2 (Horizontal: Vertical)

Color Filter System: RGB primary color filters

Low-pass Filter: Fixed position in front of the CMOS sensor

Dust Deletion feature: Automatic sensor cleaning, Manual cleaning of sensor, Dust Delete Data appended to the captured image

Recording System

Recording Format: Design rule for Camera File System 2.0

Image Type: Still: JPEG, RAW (14-bit, Canon original), sRAW1, sRAW2, RAW+JPEG, Video: MOV

File Size: (1) Large/Fine: Approx. 6.1MB (5616 x 3744 pixels), (2) Large/Nomal: Approx. 3.0MB (5616 x 3744 pixels), (3) Medium/Fine: Approx. 3.6MB (4080 x 2720 pixels), (4) Medium/Normal: Approx. 1.9MB (4080 x 2720 pixels), (5) Small/Fine: Approx. 2.1MB (2784 x 1856 pixels), (6) Small/Normal: Approx. 1.0MB (2784 x 1856 pixels), (7) RAW: Approx. 25.8MB (5616 x 3744 pixels), (8) sRAW 1: Approx. 14.8MB (3861 x 2574 pixels)

(9) sRAW 2: Approx. 10.8MB (2784 x 1856 pixels)

Exact file sizes depend on the subject, ISO speed, Picture Style, etc.

Recording Functions: With the WFT-E4A attached, image recording to the CF card and to the USB external media connected to the WFT-E4A will be possible as follows: (1) Standard, (2) Automatic switching of recording media (3) Separate recordings according to image-recording quality, (4) Recording images having the same size

Backup Recording: Enabled with WFT-E4A attached

File Numbering: Consecutive numbering, auto reset, manual reset.

Possible to create new folders and select folders in the CF card

RAW + JPEG Simultaneous Recording: Provided (RAW/sRAW+JPEG also possible)

Color Space: sRGB, Adobe RGB

Picture Style: Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, User Def. 1-3

Image Processing

Type: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Flash, Custom, Color Temperature setting

Auto White Balance: Auto white balance with the image sensor

Color Temperature Compensation: White balance correction: ±9 stops in full-stop increments; White balance bracketing: ±3 stops in full-stop increments; Blue/amber direction or magenta/green direction possible

Color Temperature Information Transmission: Provided

Viewfinder

Type: Eye-level pentaprism

Coverage: Vertical/Horizontal approx. 98%

Magnification: Approx. 0.71x (-1m-1 with 50mm lens at infinity)

Eyepoint: Approx. 21mm (from eyepiece lens center)

Built-in Dioptric Adjustment: -3.0 to +1.0m-1 (diopter)

Focusing Screen: Interchangeable (Eg-D: Grid lines, Eg-S [point of Focus], Eg-A standard focusing screen provided

Mirror: Quick-return half mirror (transmission: reflection ratio of 40:60, no mirror cutoff with EF600mm f/4L IS USM or shorter lenses)

Viewfinder Information: AF information (AF points, focus confirmation light), Exposure information (shutter speed, aperture, ISO speed, AE lock, exposure level, spot metering circle), Flash information (flash ready, flash exposure compensation, High-speed sync, FE lock), Image information (Highlight tone priority, monochrome shooting, maximum burst, white balance correction, CF card information), battery information

Depth-of-Field Preview: Enabled with depth-of-field preview button

Autofocus

Type: TTL-CT-SIR AF-dedicated CMOS sensor

AF Points: 9 AF Points (1 Cross Type) + 6 AF Assist Points

Metering Range: EV -0.5-18 (at 73°F/23°C, ISO 100)

Focusing Modes: Auto, One-Shot AF, Predictive AI Servo AF, AI Focus AF, Manual focusing (MF)

AF Point Selection: Automatic selection, manual selection

Selected AF Point Display: Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD panel

AF-assist Beam: When an external EOS-dedicated Speedlite is attached to the camera, the AF-assist beam from the Speedlite will be emitted when necessary.

Exposure Control

Metering Modes: 35-zone TTL full-aperture metering, Evaluative metering (linkable to any AF point), Partial metering (approx. 8% of viewfinder at center), Spot metering (approx. 3.5% of viewfinder at center), Center-weighted average metering

Metering Range: EV 1-20 (at 73°F/23°C with EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100)

Exposure Control: Program AE (Shiftable), Shutter-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE, Creative Auto, Full auto, Manual exposure, E-TTL II autoflash program AE

ISO Speed (Recommended Exposure Index): ISO 100-6400 (in 1/3-stop or 1-stop increments), ISO 100-3200 set, automatically, Extension settable (with C.Fn.I-3-1): ISO 50 (L), 12800 (H1), 25600 (H2), High Tone Priority settable: ISO 200-6400

Exposure Compensation: Manual: ±2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments (can be combined with AEB)

AE Lock: Auto: Applied in One-Shot AF mode with evaluative metering when focus is achieved, Manual: By AE lock button

Shutter

Type: Vertical-travel, mechanical, Electronically-controlled, focal-plane shutter

Shutter Speeds: 1/8000 to 1/60 sec., X-sync at 1/200 sec., 1/8000 to 30 sec., bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode)

Shutter Release: Soft-touch electromagnetic release

Self-timer: 10-sec. or 2-sec. delay

Remote Control: Remote control with N3-type terminal. (Wireless remote controller RC-1/RC-5 can also be used.)

External Speedlite

Zooming to Match Focal Length: Provided

Compatible Flash: EX-series Speedlites

Flash Metering: E-TTL II autoflash

Flash Exposure Compensation: ±2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments

FE Lock: Provided

External Flash Settings: Flash function settings, Flash C.Fn settings

Drive System

Drive Modes: Single, Continuous, and Self-timer (10-sec. or 2-sec. delay)

Continuous Shooting Speed: Max. 3.9 shots/sec.

Maximum Burst: JPEG (Large/Fine): approx. 78 (CF)/approx. 310 (UDMA CF); RAW: approx. 13/approx. 14 (UDMA CF) RAW+JPEG (Large/Fine): approx. 8 (CF/UDMA CF); Based on Canon's testing standards with a 2GB CF card, continuous shooting, ISO 100 and Standard Picture Style; Varies depending on the subject, CF card brand, image-recording quality, ISO speed, drive mode, Picture Style, etc.

Live View Functions

Shooting Modes: Still photo shooting and video shooting

Focusing: Quick mode (Phase-difference detection); Live mode/Face Detection Live mode (Contrast detection); Manual focusing (5x/10x magnification possible)

Metering Modes: Evaluative metering with the image sensor (still photos), Center-weighted average metering (video)

Metering Range: EV 0-20 (at 73°F/23°C with EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100)

Grid Display: Provided (Two-type grid displays)

Exposure Simulation: Provided

Silent Shooting: Provided (Mode 1 and 2)

LCD Monitor

Type: TFT color, liquid-crystal monitor

Monitor Size: 3.0 in.

Dots: Approx. 920,000 (VGA)

Coverage: Approx. 100% (viewing angle: approx. 170°)

Brightness Adjustment: Auto, 7 levels provided

Interface Languages: 25 (English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Portuguese, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Greek, Russian, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Romanian, Ukraine, Turkish, Arabic, Thai, Simplified/Traditional Chinese, Korean, Japanese)

Image Playback

Display Format: Single image, Single image + Image-recording quality/shooting information, histogram, 4- or 9-image index, magnified view (approx. 1.5x-10x), rotated image (auto/manual), image jump (by 10/100 images, index screen, by shooting date, by folder), slide show (all images/selected by date/folder)

Highlight Warning: Provided (Overexposed highlights blink)

Image Protection and Erase

Protect: Single images can be erase-protected or not

Erase: Single image, check-marked images or all images in the CF card can be erased (except protected images)

Direct Printing

Compatible Printers: PictBridge-compatible printers

Printable Images: JPEG images compliant to Design rule for Camera File System (DPOF printing possible) and RAW/sRAW images captured with the EOS 5D Mark II

Easy Print feature: Provided

DPOF: Digital Print Order Format

DPOF: Version 1.1 compatible

Direct Image Transfer

Compatible Images: JPEG and RAW images

Only JPEG images can be transferred as wallpaper on the personal computer screen

Customization

Custom Functions: Total 25

Camera User Settings: Register under Mode Dial's C1, C2 and C3 positions

My Menu Registration: Provided

Interface

USB Terminal: For personal computer communication and direct printing (USB 2.0 Hi-Speed)

Video Out Terminal:

(1) Video OUT terminal: NTSC/PAL selectable
(2) HDMI mini OUT terminal

Extension System Terminal: For connection to WFT-E4A

Power Source

Battery: One Battery Pack LP-E6

AC power can be supplied via AC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 with Battery Grip BG-E6 attached.

Battery Check: Auto

Power Saving: Provided. Power turns off after 1, 2, 4, 8, 15 or 30 min.

Date/Time Battery: One CR1616 lithium-ion battery

Start-up Time: Approx. 0.1 sec.

Dimensions and Weight

Dimensions (WxHxD): Approx. 6.0 x 4.5 x 3.0 in./152.0 x 113.5 x 75.0mm

Weight: Approx. 28.6 oz./810g (body only)

Operating Environment

Working Temperature Range: 32-104°F/0-40°C

Working Humidity Range: 85% or less

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