Отзывы о Цифровой Фотоаппарат Canon EOS 5D Mark III

The following excerpts come from a full field review that I wrote at NWPPhotoForum (The Nature, Wildlife and Pet Photography Forum). It includes several samples from both the studio and the field (Death Valley, California and the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, Queens NY). It also includes several high ISO samples.The link can be found here:[...]From the conclusion:The Canon EOS 5d Mark III presents as an evolutionary model rather than an revolutionary one. It sounds like Canon was really listening to feedback from people like me who said to make the next camera more usable and not focus on additional resolution. If I look at the 5d Mark III in that vain, it is an unadulterated success. However, the 5d Mark III reminds me of how the Canon EOS 30d was an upgrade to the 20d. Like the 30d, the Canon EOS 5d Mark III provides a host of usability features that truly makes it a better camera than its predecessor while leaving the core engine essentially the same......Before I sound as if I am panning the 5d Mark III, let me clearly say that I definitely really like this camera. It does everything I need it to do - and more. I also suggest that it is odd that I am even mentioning the Nikon D800 in this review or rumors about the vaporware EOS 3D. I have never mentioned a competitive product while doing a review before, attempting to judge a product in its own right. It is just that the D800 is such a huge entry into the market that it colors pretty much everything as a result - and that is pretty wild if you think about it. The end result is that I find myself ambivalent about a camera that I really like as a tool. That is - I hope you agree - somewhat irrational. My guess is that my feelings mirror many of the same themes that have been raised in the different gear head forums. The trick is distinguishing what are legitimate gripes versus more existential issues. So, I own the 5d Mark III and choose to get rid of the existential angst. It is a great camera - even though I think it might be priced a bit higher than it should.

Bought this as an upgrade from the 7D specifically because I wanted to go full-frame and have better low-light and ISO performance. I was stuck between this and the 6D. However, I did not like the build quality of the 6D - specifically the joystick/wheel thing. Whatever you call it...I felt like it would break in a few weeks. The controls on this camera are almost an identical copy from the 7D so it was easy to learn quickly. Also, the mode ring has a lock button which is great and stops me from constantly accidentally changing modes.

I received my Mk3 a little over a month ago. I have been shooting Canon since my 35mm days and have had a 20D,40D and currently a 7D before purchasing this body. I have been wanting a full frame body for a couple of years now and anxiously awaited the release of this model for the last year. I almost pulled the trigger on a Mk2 and I am so glad I waited.The build is solid and all of the controls are logically laid out. There is a change in the menu layout from the 40D and 7D, but a little time learning the settings is well worth the effort. Having all of those (61) AF points can be a little overwhelming at first, but they are fantastic for getting the composition right the first time in camera without having to set and recompose. Autofocus is fast and locks on well in low light. It was fun just playing around in ISO 10000 to 25000 just to see how dark it can be to get a decent image. I could easily use ISO 10K images with just a bit of noise reduction.Image quality in real world shooting has been amazing. I'm not sure how much to add to this at this point. I have had 2 official shoots so far and the resulting pictures were fantastic. I have a higher "keeper" rate than previous cameras, making it interesting selecting images to process. I have used it with my 24-70 L and 70-200 L and the results have been most pleasing.I have played a little with the in-camera HDR. It's ok, but I still prefer doing it in software. Having the ability to capture up to 9 images for an HDR is going to be great. The other feature I am looking forward to using for the first time is the multiple exposure setting. This was one of the big selling points for me that Nikon has had for a while. I'm glad Canon finally added it.If I have 1 nit to pick it's the delay in getting the battery grip. I have always shot with one and trying to get used to being w/o it has been challenging. I am surprised there haven't even been any aftermarket brand grips yet. Canon keeps delaying the release of the BG-E11 and it is a bit frustrating.

Don't be fooled; this is NOT an overpriced 5D Mark II upgrade. It's an underpriced baby Canon 1DX.I just got my 5D Mark III and 24-105L today and spent the better part of the afternoon shooting everything in sight. I can safely say, after only a single day, that the 5D Mark III is like a 5D Mark II, Canon 1DX, and Canon 7D had a love affair and this is their child that only got the good genes.I've been a very happy Canon 7D owner for some time. I needed the speed of the AF and all those cross type AF points and the high fps for action shots occasionally and couldn't find anything that came close to the 7D in terms of performance. IQ was never an issue but DOF was for portrait shoots; that buttery bokeh that we love and crave was good but not exceptional regardless of beautiful and expensive L glass. Also, having to calculate in the crop factor was not that fun but I couldn't go to the 5D Mark II because of the slow fps and the slow AF. I didn't want two cameras; I wanted one... And it's here.This camera may not be targeting the 1DX community but I can promise that anyone looking at the 1DX will likely look at the 5D Mark III as a cheap baby 1DX with many overlapping features. I look at it as the camera that convinced me to just sell off my beloved 7D entirely because you can't go back. You can only go forward. This is Australopithecus; we are walking upright.I considered going to Nikon and I tried on the D800 and it's a great camera but ergonomically the 5D Mark III feels great in the hand; it's something that feels so good, you don't want to put it down. Also, the low light performance tests I've seen and what I've now experienced with the Mark III makes it the most amazing night shooter in this price range.If you buy this camera, you'll never regret it. I know everyone keeps saying that and I know I thought, "Yeah, you didn't regret it but it's $4300... I might regret that..." I was wrong. I'll never regret this. You'll never regret buying this. It's a hell of an upgrade from a 5D Mark II or from the 7D and it's a step in the right directions towards a 1DX and maybe better for some.

I have thousands of dollars worth of Canon glass including almost every "legendary" canon prime like the 200mm f1.8 The mkIII is a great camera and a big improvement over the mkII in autofocus and a full stop better in low light. Nonetheless, having shot with a Nikon D3s and D4 I have to say that nikon still wins on low light sensitivity and especially in autofocus. I know the D4 costs quite a bit more, but if I was starting all over again, I would definitely consider nikon.

I have been a working photographer for 10 years and I have never loved something so much. The clarity and quality are immaculate. I did a modeling shoot yesterday and I could not believe my eyes. HIGHLY recommend this. **Please note that if you have Photoshop CS4, the RAW files will not work unless you get the Adobe DNG Converter.

I've had this camera for about six months and I love it! It performs extremely well in very low light, as well as every other situation. It makes great shots right out of the box, and the more I learn about its features, the better my pictures become. If you're coming from a cropped sensor, realize that the EF-S lenses WILL NOT WORK on this body. Be prepared to spend money on high quality glass, but understand that it can take your photography to the next level! If you are serious about photography, the 5D Mark III is a great tool.

Bought this camera after owning the 7D for the past few years. Main reason was indoor photography without a flash, where this camera really shines. I believe I'm getting a 4 stop improvement over the 7d, which really does make a difference indoors if you want to avoid using a flash. For outdoor photography with good light, I'm not certain that the 5d Mark III has a huge advantage over the 7d, though many would say the 5D is sharper. I haven't done a head to head comparison outdoors however.Also almost all of the buttons are exactly where they were on the 7D, making the transition very easy. SD card slot is a bonus since I have a bunch of high capacity SD cards lying around, and I haven't noticed the speed disadvantage over CF that people seem to talk about, at least for what I'm doing which is mainly stills and occasional video.I would highly recommend this camera as an upgrade to the 7D (or any other crop sensor camera) if you are looking to take high quality photos indoors without a flash.

Short summary:* If you shoot a lot of action, 5dMkIII is a better camera (compared to 5dMkII, 7D, Nikon D800). (5 stars).* If you mainly shoot landscape or still subjects *and* are starting a FF system, I'd strongly suggest checking out Nikon D800. It's $500 cheaper and has better IQ (4 stars).* If you're a hobbyist getting into FF *and* don't need 1DX-class AF, I'd strongly recommend 5dMkII. It's $1400 cheaper with nearly identical IQ in raw images (3 stars).* If you already own 5dMkII, don't shoot much action and other MkIII features don't interest you (silent shutter, better build, brighter viewfinder etc), wait until the next generation or a sizable price drop. As is, too pricey (3 stars).I pre-ordered MkIII when the camera was announced, after seeing Canon's claims that the IQ was improved about 2 stops compared to 5dMkII. Having spent a few days with it, I can say that 5dMkIII is a great camera. The body feels more solid than its predecessor. The new 7D-style viewfinder is brighter. The new AF works wonderfully especially in low light and with the outer focus points. However, I don't see the 2-stop IQ improvement in raw images using Lightroom. At best, the IQ has been improved marginally. Only in-camera JPGs show substantial improvement, which I don't use.As is, the camera's biggest selling point is AF. I don't think the upgrade from 5dMkII is worth it unless you frequently photograph moving subjects or need 1DX-class AF. Why 3 stars? First off, 5dMkII has pretty similar IQ to 5dMkIII in raw images. However it has an outdated AF unit (a poor design choice by Canon), which is not an obstacle for most people including myself. Second, Nikon D800 sells for $500 less, and it offers as much as MkIII does if not more. Given the more reasonably priced alternatives, and the incremental IQ improvement from much-cheaper 5dMkII, I can only rate this one 3 stars (for people in my position). As a hobbyist who doesn't shoot much action, I think I'll keep my MkII and send this one back.

Canon EOS 5D mark ii just got better. I just upgraded to one after much deliberation. the EOS 1D is still the ultimate muse but then, if you are not worried about taking pics of things in fast motion like auto-journalism, the EOS 5D is the best bang for the buck.

The 5DMIII feels like and has so far performed like a 1D series! You can read all of the numerous on-line reviews, but I feel like this is a "marked improvement" over the previous generation. Good image quality is a given, but the autofocus, feel, and automation are significantly improved. The original 5D and 5D MII were miles apart, and this newest has left them behind. Clearly for advanced enthusiasts and professionals. This one is sure to make a difference in your passion and work.

Upgraded from Mark II to this just 2 month ago, and I am very happy with this upgrade even with some extra money I had to shed for Mark III compared to Mark II. Awesome quality, including performance in the dark. Much better focusing in dark conditions - this was one of my biggest complaints about Mark II, my Canon 60D did a much better job at a time. Now this has been addressed in Mark III. Great usability improvements in control panel including live view. 6FPS is awesome to have. Video quality is just amazing. Having two cards is very nice as well. High ISO quality - it is a noticeable improvement over Mark II and 60D, even though they also have an excellent rating in this space. There are many other improvements over Mark II everywhere - you can probably read about on any comparison site - I will not be going into those here. I never used or cared about having an embedded flash in professional camera of this type - if I need to use flash, I use my Canon 430EXII which gives me great results which no embedded flash would ever give. Embedded flash is more of a point-and-shoot camera type feature. I like having HDR feature as it allows me to easily get 3 raw images plus HDR jpg. I do not use resulting jpg, I shoot in RAW all the time anyway, but I post-process those files in Photoshop later for final HDR image. We could get these done before, of course, but it is a nice shortcut that considerable saves time. Definitely a great camera and worth every penny.

I am a serious amateur and debated long and hard between the 5DMKIII and the 6D -In the end I wanted to get a "no compromise" camera. I toyed around with the 6D and it is certainly a fantastic camera (handles well, feels comfortable to hold and creates great images). However, coming from the canon 30D, I felt more at home with control layout on the 5D3. I prefer more controls at my fingers instead of in menus. Secondly, I preferred the autofocus capability of the 5D3. I certainly do not think this warrants the price difference between the two cameras but price was not a limiting factor for me. After 3 weeks of use, this camera meets my expectations. For the price though, I wish it had the WIFI capability of the 6D - I use the EYE-FI PRO cards which works great for me -gives me both wifi and geo tagging functionality.Overall a great camera - about $500 too expensive, hence the 4 stars instead of 5. I will be keeping this camera for a long time.

I have a 5D and a 5D Mark ii. I immediately purchased the Mark iii and don't regret it one bit. The autofocus system alone is worth the additional price, however, I must admit that I consider this camera more of a "Baby" 1D than an upgraded 5D.LIKES:1. I can't say enough things about the new autofocus system. AMAZING. GENIUS. I rarely have eyes out of focus now. Even my 85mm/1.2L is performing much better. I love the colors and creaminess from that lense but focusing it was like playing a Russian Roulette game. I am enjoying this lense much more often now with the Mark iii.2. The low light ISO capabilities are extremely good and more impressive than the Mark ii.3. I love the lock on the mode dial. I, for one, use to have frequent unsolicited mode changes from Manual to Bulb. No more of that.4. I love the feel of the rubbery-like finish. The camera feels better in my hand than the Mark ii.5. LOVE the new dual card slots.DISLIKES:My one major gripe is that the autofocus point doesn't highlight in red when I press the focus button (I use back button focus). It only highlights in red when I change the autofocus point. Otherwise, it is a dark grey/black box. I use manual autofocus point selection consistently so I usually do not remember where it was pointing last after a few minutes and it is annoying to have to pretend to change the focus point just to see where it is set. Canon really needs to address this in the next firmware update.Oh, another thing is that when I shoot a picture, it blocks me from playback of any other photos. I have to actually press the play button if I want to go back and compare that photo to the prior one. The first two 5Ds did not hijack playback like this and it is kind of annoying.Oh, for all of you on waiting lists (as was I), I went to BestBuy and they had several in stock.

I haven't even open the box and I love it. So I am giving it 5 stars just for that.Update *** After just a few days of shooting.I will not review technical or specifications on the camera because those numbers can be read in every single photography website there is. I rather talk about my transition from the t3i to the 5d mark 3.Coming from a canon t3i this is a big step up.This camera feels much heavier than my t3i to the point that when I go back to the t3i, it feels more like a very expensive toy.I always thought that I could get around the full frame factor by taking 3 steps back and shoot but no. There is something I still can't understand about it but it's no just about how much light the sensor will digest. There is something in the composition that just work better. I shot 2 music videos with my t3i and having this much room for low light situations is a MUST. Just when you thought you had a good shot from the cropped sensor camera and you go to editing then you look how bad the dark areas look if you blow up the picture to fill the entire computer screen. NOT ANYMORE with the 5dm3. This is a very clean picture and the small amount of noise in low light actually looks good....a tiny bit like film grain.It's funny how a simple thing like a headphone output can make a huge impact in videos. Even when the t3i can monitor audio level I was still getting some unwanted sounds that I had to correct in final cut or pro tools. But now that I have the headphone mix I can propperly adjust the gain and capture a better signal from my shot gun mic.If you have an entree level Dslr like a t2i or t3i and you're still questioning if this upgrade is worth it? Well it is. I started getting paid for my photography and videos and I wish I had the 5dm3 for my last 2 sessions. I'm pretty sure my cllients will appreciate the outpu of this wonderfull instrument.

If you're looking to upgrade to something more professionaland have the cash to spend, get the 5d MKIII. best investmentfor photographers in 2012. Glad the camera was released in early 2012.The White Balance, Auto Focus, The Metering are improved tremendouslycompared to it's predecessor the 5d MKII.I own both cameras, MKII & MKIII,and what blew me away was how well you can capture an image in low lightconditions. In the previous version, MKII, setting your camera to ISO 6400,your image had tons of grain and was definitely not going to be one of your bestcaptures from the day. With the MKIII, ISO 6400 is compared to the MKII's ISO3200.This alone is worth the upgrade, but not the 1k price increase.The Metering & 61 point AF system is phenomenal. I'm sure you've read tons of reviewson the upgraded metering/AF system and similarities with the 7d, but this new systemblows away everything from the competition. The White Balance on this camera is beautiful. Exposureis accurate and have enjoyed shooting weddings, (photography only) in all sort of lighting conditions. 61 point vs 9 pointis a huge step up. This is definitely a plus for wedding photographers or fast action photographers.I shot a small video using both the MK3 and the MKII and the white balance isjust beautiful. You can view the video here:[...](this was just a test run for video, haven't shot a wedding with the mkIII yet.)Here's a sample of low light conditions with the mkIII:[...]Overall this camera surpasses my expectations and can't wait to shoot more video with this bad *ss camera.

It's hard to justify upgrading from a Mark ii, unless you've noticed something that Canon has been steadily improving over the years. Metering. Let me explain…Digital pics have changed the way we shoot. We look down at our immediately shot pic, to see if we got "it". If the metering worked. Whereas in the past, it either happened or it didn't. It was all about using the meter and understanding the light.The Mark iii re-captures that feel. The metering is so much better than the Mark ii. I don't find myself constantly compensating.The metering is my favorite feature, but you'll hear more about the focusing, which is epic. I'm old school, so auto-focusing should be support, not the lead. But it is super fast, with many more cross sensors.There are a host of other features that simply polishes off all the annoying niggles. And the feel of the camera is so much more substantial.Video? I haven't tackled that side of the camera yet. As a pure still shooter, I've finally found digital nirvana.

I would write a bunch of great things and the non bad :) about the camera but it's already been said so many times by most of the users here. So I'm just going to simply put it as a very awesome camera!And a couple of things I'm crazy about. There are a lot, lot, lot more but I'll just mention two real quick. So you're not bored with another long reviews.1, I'm not afraid to shoot in (the dark!)low lit area. I can now crank up the ISO and not worry how noisy the shots will turn out! The camera processes the noise reduction is awesome! And 2, I love the silent mode. I was shooting at a wedding ceremony with other photographers during the vow exchange and my 5DIII is the only one that didn't make the loud snapping clicking camera sounds, theirs did and it distracted the groom a bit (maybe he was looking for an escape route) ... but anyhoot, mine was silent! I love this camera!The camera is definitely a 5 stars rating! Thank you Canon!

Well, coming from Nikon I have to say this is the best camera I have ever used. In the past 3-4 months I have had a number of cameras which I returned until I ended up staying with this. From the T4i, D5200, D300, D600, D800, 60D. The 5D Mark III was the pick, yes it was the more expensive (by the way, I got it way cheaper HERE than it is now, at the time of my review its listed for 3.8~3.9k, I bought it with the kit lens for 3.4k!)I have to say it is an amazing tool. Believe the other longer reviews, this is the REAL DEAL camera.

I bought a 5D mark ii in 2011, sold it and missed it from day one. I recently purchased the mark iii and I have to say that I will not be selling for quit some time. The settings were easy to navigate and the dials are all in familiar places for the most part. The new zoom requires an extra keypress but I found it better to use the wheel than the old zoom in/out buttons once you get used to it. The new rate button on the left side seemed a bit useless to me but I reprogrammed it to protect images. The LCD was big and bright and shows lots of crisp detail when zooming in. Also very usable for macro with it's quick focus zoom. The best LCD I have ever seen on a camera. The Viewfinder also big and bright. Huge improvement over what you see using a cropped sensor. This is one of the many reasons I picked up another full frame.

I recently acquired the Canon 5D Mark III with the intention of replacing my 7D. I primarily shoot indoors and in low-light conditions and I hate to use flash (I have a 580 EX II but it is a pain to lug around and I have not mastered the use of flash). I have been taking photos under ISO 6400 and it is MUCH better than the 7D which would look very flat and grainy at ISO 3200. I have also used it in daylight using the 70-200 2.8 IS II, wide open at running subjects and the focus is spot on, even with a calculated DOF of about 2 cm. As much praise the 7D autofocus system got, it has NOTHING on the 5D3. The silent mode is simply amazing! The 7D silent mode was a pain to use - requiring 2 clicks and was slow to operate. The 5D3 continuous silent mode is a huge improvement and is less distracting to the subjects.Pro:1) Autofocus is wonderful. Beware that this much power and flexibility does come with a learning curve.2) Silent mode is easy to use and makes it much less noticeable/distracting.3) Low light ability is unparallelled in this price bracket4) What banding? I cannot say that it does not exist, but in the processing I have done so far, it is NOT an issue, unlike what I easily saw in the 5D2.5) Ability to adjust micro-focus on both tele and wide ends of zoom lenses. AFAIK, this feature is limited to the 1DX and 5DIII.Cons:1) Cost: it ain't cheap. However, it really is like a mini 1DX.2) Less dynamic range and fewer MP than the Nikon D800. However, this is hard to see on most monitors and impossible to see in regular print unless you do HDR or push the exposure.3) A few glitches like the hard to see autofocus point in the dark. This should be fixable with a firmware update (hint, hint Canon).

I am blown away with the new Canon 5D MK III. I realize that my review is right on the heels of purchasing, so I may update in the future. As for now, I will post what jumps out most.The AF abilities are amazing. Dead on accurate... even in the dark. I took some pictures with only a 30 watt bulb lighting up the room and it would still focus on pretty much anything.The high ISO capabilities and quality at high ISO's is nothing short of astounding! Not only is the high ISO quality great, but I love, love, love the QUALITY of the noise. I have read it several times and I do concur - the noise on the 5D III is film like -it looks more like grain than noise.I have provided a link with RAW images showing its phenomenal high ISO capabilities (it also compares dynamic range vs the Nikon D800). I would have no hesitation shooting at ISO 12,800 - it is that good as the following link will show.[...]With a little cleaning up, the images are very, very, usable IMO.Admittedly, I still have a lot to discover. AF and High ISO were at the very top of my list, so naturally, that is what I explored first.When it comes to photography (I am a professional) I am pretty old school.... bells and whistles don't matter to me as much as image quality... so I will discover more pros and cons as I learn and explore more. But as far as the meat and bones of the camera (build, AF and image quality), I could not be more satisfied. This is the first of the 5D series that I consider a true professional camera rather than a prosumer one.At this time I can honestly say the Canon 5D III is exceeding all my previous hopes and expectations.I will be updating this review as well as images on the link above, in the future.

What a breath of fresh air after having to suffer with the Canon 5DII. Getting good focus is not a miss or hit thing anymore, and I don't have to wade through tons of photos to filter out the ones that "made it" with regards to focus. The 5DIII is the real deal and just nails every single focus and exposure and makes it almost impossible to take a bad picture. Where I used to have to take 5 or more pictures of a single opportunity in hope of stumbling over a keeper with my 5DII, now every picture simply is perfect. ISO performance is incredible and noise is great even at ISO 6400, this opens up so many new avenues that were simply not there. I especially love the flexibility I now have with my 580EX II flashes where I can use ISO 3200 and minimal flash to capture surrounding ambiance in night photos ... it almost looks like no flash was used. Nothing really bad that I can point to with this camera, it really is the by far my best DSLR or non DSLR camera purchase ever.

I'm a full time pro wedding photographer. I use the 5diii's as my bodies as the 1D-X is just too heavy for me to carry all day. There are features I love. I love the ISO capability. I love the silent shoot mode. The focusing system is far superior to the 5dii's. But there's something that just doesn't feel solid about this body. We've had it freeze multiple times. and it already has 3 dead pixels in it - which Canon will not fix because they feel a few dead pixels is not an issue. Much improved in this line but still not quite yet perfect.

As many others have said, it is (or isn't) worth the upgrade compared to the MKII depending on how you use it. I am primarily a wedding photographer and have been thrilled with the better dynamic range, better low light sensitivity and GREAT auto focus system. I shoot a set of L series primes, and with my MKII I was hitting maybe 70% of my shots in focus. I'm just finishing editing our first full wedding with the MKIII's and that percentage has climbed to probably 95%... and that 5% could easily be user error. The dynamic range and high iso performance is also noticeably improved which I really appreciate as a wedding photographer.If you are a wedding or event photographer two things to look out for. The screen is brighter than the MKII which can mess with your perception of exposure. Call me sloppy, but I with the MKII I trusted what I saw on the screen and adjusted in post if I was off.( I shoot full manual) With the MKIII I was a full stop or more under exposed with this first wedding for low light shots - so, if you shoot manual mode check your histogram or use a light meter until you're used to the screen. Outdoor shots were perfect.Also - update your firmware!! make sure you have at least 1.1.2 Previous versions had a bug which caused the time stamp on the photos to drift - which makes syncing multiple cameras nearly impossible!Overall, for me, It has absolutely been worth selling the MKII and upgrading.

After 2 weeks of having this camera, I can say without a doubt - no regrets. Yes, it was a bit pricey to shell out $3,500 all at once. But I've already taken about 2000 shots and I can see a difference. The new auto focus system is so fantastic, I'm able to grab focus quickly and refocus quickly if necessary. And, I know this is stupid, but - I love the way it sounds when I press the shutter. It has a very satisfying "click" - even my significant other commented on it. Another thing I love is the ergonomics. I feel like this camera is glued to my little hand - and yes, I have tiny feminine hands... and this big camera is just stuck in them! Canon really did their research when they modeled this camera - there is a nice little thumb notch carved out, and coupled with the grippy finish, all my fingers fall right into place the second I pick it up.My only criticisms: no on-board flash (it would be nice not to have to bring extra equipment with me if I'm just going to a birthday party...) and I'm not in love with the new location for the zoom button, however, I'm getting used to it.

It's an awesome camera. Just wanted to confirm all the great things said about this camera. Excellent IQ, build quality, ergonomics, and AF system. The low light performance is truly awesome. Very clean and usable shots even at 12800 and 25600 ISOs. Video performance is superb. Waiting for the upcoming firmware upgrade, should make this camera even better.

Canon 5D mark iii is an awesome camera. The build quality is top notch, ergonomics is excellent, picture quality is out of this world!! I regularly shoot at 12800 ISO and it is very clean. I have shot some photos at 25600 ISO and those turned out pretty usable too. Have used the video on a limited basis and was impressed with the quality. Still learning how to master the AF system. Overall, an excellent excellent camera. Worth every penny!!

I owned a Mark II..and was very impressed with the quality of the photos. But after reading everything I could find about the Mark III, I decided that it was worth it to upgrade. I'm glad I did. I love using this camera for lots of reasons...Mostly, I'm amazed at the fast and accurate focusing power and the quality of my shots in low light... . especially compared to the Mark II. However, 4 weeks into owning the camera, I got the dreaded Err 20. (The reason for the 4 star rating.) I went on-line and discovered that this error is quickly remedied by removing and reinserting the battery... but my camera locked up to the point where I could not get rid of the error. I called Canon support and they told me that I had to send it in for repair. It was a fairly quick turn around - 8 days total - and it cost $50 to insure it during transit. Service details report: "Your product has been examined and it was found that the shutter assembly had shorted causing error 20 to be displayed. The shutter wiring was reworked." So, I have my camera back and I'm happy - and hopeful that it does not fail again.

DISCLAIMER: We use these cameras mostly for event video work.We have two Mark II's and one Mark III. After using the Mark III I hate going back to the Mark II's mainly because of the ISO performance and audio levels.The lowlight performance is astonishingly clean.The focusing is much faster and concise.I found my Mark III second hand on ebay for $2900.00 which was quite a steal and it's in flawless condition.The Mark II lasted a while and it was great for a while but this camera will probably last even longer than that version due to it's incredible low light performance.Pair it with a 50mm 1.2L and you can virtually see in the dark.

I upgraded from the 7D and so far, I love the 5D! As my first full frame camera, it's taking some getting used to, but the quality of the images and performance of the camera makes me do a happy dance every time I pick it up!

When I bought my Canon 40D several years ago, I knew someday I would upgrade to a full-frame camera with video; perhaps the follow-on to the wildly successful 5D Mark II. When I read reviews on the new 5D Mark III by professionals who actually used the camera (ex. Philip Bloom, Martin Bailey, Neil van Niekerk and others), I knew it was time to pull the trigger.Having spent the last two weeks shooting photos and video, I am completely impressed by the capabilities of this camera, and the quality of photos and video that come out of it.My biggest surprise was when I hooked up the camera up to my 55" LED LCD TV. The sharpness of detail and richness of colors was nothing short of amazing for both photos and video. The video especially surprised me because I was shooting in movie mode at 24fps, shutter speed of 1/50, multiples of ISO 160, and Neutral picture mode.I'm shooting with the 24-70 F2.8 and 70-200 F4.0 lenses. The speed and accuracy of the AUTOFOCUS is impressive, as is the lack of noise at ISO 3200. The camera is by no means cheap, but to me, it's worth every penny.

A friend of mine let me use his Mark III for the weekend for a studio shoot. I have used Canon gear years ago and think that they are a great company and makes great gear. I was considering getting the Mark III over the D800 but wanted the chance to use the camera before buying.The body of the Mark III is well built however it did feel too much like plastic for my taste. The buttons were well placed and easy to use. Image quality was amazing and I was not disapointed!One thing I will point out is that I did notice the LCD light leak problem! I have also heard that Canon is considering recalling this camera due to this huge issue. To me, spending $3500 on a camera and having this kind of issue that has to be sent back to Canon to fix is a problem! This is the reason for 2 stars. I don't think it would be so bad if it could be fixed by firmware update, however this is a hardware problem. Other than this, it's a great camera and I may still get one once Canon fixes their light leak problem. I just think it's something people should be aware of.

I have had a few canon bodies over the years from film into digital I purchased the 5dm2 new the first week it came out... that camera was a giant step forward from my 20D... I also have the 7D and have used a 1DmIII and 1DmIV for many events... I have to say that the autofocus on this camera is up there with the 1d series and I am personally seeing about a 1 stop addition in ISO. (I would have zero issues blowing up shots taken at 1000iso to poster size... it is that good...SD card is a bit like an after though but isn't a big deal to me... I don't shoot video so cant tell you about the video capabilities or quality. The 24-105 lens is a great lens especially stopped down to about F8. good contrast and edge detail, at the wide 24mm side there is a little bit of barrel distortion... but it is so minor most will not see it and if you are using a program like lightroom it is very easy to fix

everything is superb (i upgraded from a 7d)the autofocus is better then in the 7d but i'm not 100 in love with it.still it worths the 5 star. a perfect camera

This is a perfect DSLR except following problems, hope Canon will update the firmware.1. SD Card port is locked to 133x. so if you use quick than 133x sd card, it will be same speed2. You can't set Video only write to SD card3. No auto focus when in video mode4. No inside wifi and gps like 6D5. Canon doesn't have a feedback thing like apple store

With Mark 2, the main issue people had was with AF.With Mark 3 Canon not only fixed this but put in a 61 point Pro AF from their 1DX body, top of the line. It's like someone said, consider this a baby 1DX. ISO Noise performance has also been enhanced, noticeable above 800. The body is enhanced, better ergonomic, better grip. And yet, there are those people who will always complain because they are loyal to their brand and can't stand when another brand beats theirs.Live and let live. If you like your camera, enjoy it, no need to go bashing others.The only gripe i have is the $500 over D800 but you have to realize that Nikon lenses usually costs more than Canon. So in the end, the price is about the same.Enjoy what ever camera you have!and yes, I own this camera and the Canon 50mm 1.4

Thank you, I have received the shipment and the Camera very excellentI would advise anyone who wants these camera from here

I was fortunate to be able to purchase a 5DMkIII just after they were released and before I went on a three week trip to Africa. 3 weeks and 7000+ pictures later, I am amazed at the performance of this camera. The low light performance is particularly impressive. I had occasion to photograph some lions at dusk and was able to obtain photos at 12800 ISO that are excellent. Couple the low light performance with an excellent AF system and you have a winning combination.

I love my 7d but its low light IQ was always a let down. The 5dmkiii gives me the ability to get the shots that I was missing before. The AF is complex but having used the 7d for a few years has helped some. I can't say if it is worth upgrading from the Mkii but I can say if you're currently on a crop body this FF will blow your world away.

My new 5D III just arrived yesterday and i was able to start testing it at a gallery reception. Feel is great! One thing that amazed me is the pictures I took at night without flash! I was amazed! its as if it has night vision! Looking forward to learn all its features. I am upgrading from the 7D which I intend to keep as my companion camera.

Камера без всяких излишеств WiFi, Bluetooth, и всякого такого. Но все свои функции выполняет как автомат Калашникова. Простая, неубиваемая камера.

отличная камера

Пользуюсь этим фотоаппаратом больше года, до этого лежал в университетском медиа объединении,пережил не одно поколение студентов. За 7 лет использования 1 раз сменили затвор, причем пробег составлял 900к, лично я отснял на него более 200к кадров и проблем с новым затвором пока нет. Что могу сказать: этот фотоаппарат с комплектом хорошей оптики закроет 99% ваших нужд, такая своеобразная рабочая лошадка. Однако, по моему мнению, брать его стоит только б/у тк, за ту цену, которая висит на яндекс меркете, можно уже смотреть в сторону 6d m2 или взять беззеркалку серии r, как я и сделал. Отдельно хочется сказать про серийную съёмку, не знаю, как у других, но после 15-20 кадров, сделанных серией, камера начинает чутка тупить и приходится давать ей пару минут подумать.

Прикупил недорого в дополнение к беззеркалкам для не слишком ответственных сьемок в условиях, где можно загробить камеру (поля, сьемки с лазерами и всё такое).
После R6 огорчает автофокус, на светосильных стеклах при портретной сьемке точность не та даже когда джойстиком точку фокусировки подводишь ровно в глаз. Перекадрировать с центральной точкой в таких условиях тоже неправильно, из ГРИП вывалишься при повороте. Оно конечно нужно еще в камеру по каждому стеклу поправку внести, но даже рп был поточнее.
Зато удобно снимать на холоде в перчатках.

Как фотоаппарат это отличное приобретение

Опыт использования - 3 недели, ещё изучаю, практикую. Пока все норм.

Долго выбирала, результатом снимков очень довольна. Спасибо производителю.