I received my MKIII on Wed. drove 500 miles to photograph meteors on Friday and Saturday night. The camera worked flawlessly Friday night with about 600 photos taken at 1 minute exposures, ISO 1000, with very little noise using the Canon AC power supply and the remote timer. Night photography is the reason I purchased the camera-I do mostly night photography. Saturday night I set up the camera like Friday, started taking photos, left the timer running and went to bed. At 0200 I went out to check on the camera. The shutter was running non-stop at about a 1 sec intervals, not saving photos so I turned the power switch off to no avail. I removed the power supply and the camera stopped of course as it had no power. I put in a fresh battery and it started cycling again. I removed the battery and went back to bed. 0600 I placed a fresh battery in the camera and it again started cycling. I took videos and photos of the camera in case Canon wanted to use them to diagnose the problem. I then removed the time/date battery and the camera battery, let the camera sit for an hour, replaced the batteries, and the camera now functioned normally. I did not try taking any more night multiple exposures. Due to this malfunction I missed photographing one of the best meteor showers in years, the camera fried a compact flash card, and I spent over $500 in gas.I phoned Canon on Monday and was told they would repair or replace the camera at their option. I told them I would send the camera to Canon with all of the data only if they replaced the camera. They refused. So I am returning the camera to the vendor and they will give me a replacement with no hassle.I am severely disappointed in Canon's response. If I did not have Canon lenses I would purchase the new Nikon. This camera was in my hands four days and it failed. This is not the customer support I would expect from Canon or any other company that sells you any camera that fails within a week let alone a $3500 camera.
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01.07.2013
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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.
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10.10.2013
10/10
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Low light photos are just great with this piece of hardware. Controls are in depth and control every aspect one could need.
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10.08.2013
10/10
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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.
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09.06.2013
10/10
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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.
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24.01.2013
10/10
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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.
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14.12.2012
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My review is from the perspective of a recreational user...I'm a long time user of the Canon Powershot cameras. I've always wanted a high-end SLR camera and took the plunge with the 5D Mark III in December. It was a plunge that was long overdue - I love this camera! Picture quality and ease of use are remarkable. Granted, I'm not a professional photographer and new to this camera, so I still have a lot to learn but, wow, what a joy this camera has been so far.I must say if you are on the fence about purchasing a high-end SLR camera - just do it. There is so much educational information on the web, in e-book form, in books/manuals and in forums that the learning curve is well supported. The creative options with this camera are endless.The camera/lens make for a large package and it is heavy compared to the Powershot, but then again, well worth the extra weight. I will use my Powershot for backpacking and other times it wouldn't be convent to carry the 5D3, so don't sell you point and shoot camera if you do take the plunge to a nice SLR camera. I think having both cameras is the way to go for a recreational user.
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04.04.2012
6/10
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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.
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This is the best DSLR (not only by Canon) so far, except for the Canon 1D-X. I bought it as a complement to my Canon 7D, but it is quite a different thing altogether. AF and ISO are the two features where this camera especially shines. As a result, IQ is far, far better. I've used this camera with the kit lens 24-105 f/4, with the 70-200 f/2.8, 70-200 f/4, 100-400 f/4.5-5.6 and every time its performance has been flawless. I absolutely love the Canon 5D Mark III.
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12.09.2013
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Does everything extremely well. Best focusing system on the market and best logic for exposure control. Excellent ergonomics. With optional battery grip, balances larger lenses perfectly.
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30.08.2013
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A big step up from Mark II in almost all aspects: build quality, control, auto focusing, metering, continuous shooting, ISO, dual-card slots, image quality, eye piece... you name it. 90% functionality of the 1DX, half the price.
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09.04.2012
10/10
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First, I have to say, in a world where the D800 didn't exist, there would be only praise for this camera. This is a fantastic piece of photographic engineering and anyone who has one in his hands has only himself to blame if he isn't able to create amazing images. But, as it stands, the D800 did steal the Canon's thunder quite a bit. If I had to judge (purely on specs, reviews, and samples for the D800, as I haven't been able to get my hands on one), I'd have to give the win to the Nikon. If you haven't invested in glass, and just want the best value for money full format, the Nikon probably has it by a nose (photo finish - pun intended). However, this camera is superior in low light performance, speed, and video.If you NEED one to two stops better high iso performance and the 6fps performance gotta go with the Canon. If you NEED the highest resolution and dynamic range, because you plan to make a living making poster size prints and billboards, the Nikon wins handily. Most people would probably get more actual use out of the high iso performance. But the image quality on the D800! From what I've seen, at 100% magnification, the D800 is noticeably superior. When it comes down to it, even if you aren't going to notice the difference in an 8x10 print, you'd KNOW deep down that the D800 had the best IQ if you ever needed to make a billboard out of it. But on the Mark III, you'll get more usable prints in low light, or just catch more moments with the more fps.My wife bought this camera for herself and has been agonizing whether to jump ship to Nikon. In the end, she decided to stay with Canon. The real life advantages of the Canon versus the slightly superior image quality of the Nikon. Not an easy decision, but not one you can really screw up.Congratulations to anyone who ends up with either of these fantastic cameras. Now quit arguing online about which camera is better and go out and make art!P.S. I do miss the pop-up flash from the 7D.
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There is nothing that has not been reviewed about this camera here. From very good reviews to the extremely stupid complaints from some people! The camera it's just great!!It is $300 more that a some sellers on ebay but if you end up having one of those few issues with the packing, camera or lens those ebay sellers are not going to take care of you like Amazon will. For me that is worth the extra $300.
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14.09.2013
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this aint a real review it is more of a, this profession uses this. one of my favorite people on instagram jones crow uses this camera, check his acount out
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14.08.2013
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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.
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I have gradually advanced from a Canon 10D to a Canon 40D and finally made the jump to the 5dmk3. This is a great camera. Low noise performance is awesome. Silent mode, although not silent is much quieter and nice to use at times. There are was more capabilities than most people will ever use.
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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.
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You just don't understand why you waited so long once you shoot your first photo. The light sensitivity is awesome; the colors are bright and true and the camera is rock-solid. Upgrading from a 7d is a huge step up, but controls and software still feel familiar and natural.Noise is extremely well controlled and definition is terrific. The silent mode is incredible and you really have to concentrate to hear a shot in a normally loud environment.All in all - ecstatic with my new toy
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15.08.2012
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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.
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09.01.2013
8/10
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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.
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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.
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08.04.2012
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Please forgive this rant but there are times when I find instruction manuals so annoying! I understand there needs to be a section of 'get out' sentences for the terminally stupid for legal reasons, but this time I think that Canon believes the 5D MkIII will be bought by the mentally deficient.Page 36On turns the camera on !'Off' turns the camera off & it will not operate! (How many people would expect it to continue working after it's switched off?) There's even a diagram of how to turn it on & off.Page 39A whole page dedicated to how to change a lens. What are people doing buying a camera like this if they don't even know how to change a lens??Page 40An entire page about how to zoom a lens! and how to then detach it again (Obviously they're too dim to reverse the attachment instructions)Page 41How to attach a lens hood ! (for goodness sake if you can't work this out you shouldn't be allowed out alone!)Page 42The image stabiliser a whole page which basically amounts to turn it on & take a picture!Page 43How to hold a camera (because you're obviously not clever enough to work it out)Page 44How to press the shutter release (sheesh!)Sorry for the rant, but this is supposed to be a 'high performance' professional digital camera, it just insults the intelligence of users to tell us these things, and wastes our time having to plough through them.I'm also not sure you can have an approximately 100% viewfinder, it's either 100% or it isn't (approximately 99% perhaps).Health & safety are incredibly important issues for photographers, cabling & electrics in studios are risks to be aware of, and outdoors there are far too many Utube clips of photographers walking backwards to compose shots, and falling down flights of stairs, or into water features, all things we should all be aware of, but the level of these instructions are frankly insulting.Rant over - smite away!
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02.01.2013
10/10
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It blows the doors off the 5D Mark II in the AF and feature category. The image quality is about the same. The fast frame rate is handy in many situations so is the silent shooting mode. I would only use the SD slot for backup or jpeg. It slows the camera down a lot when you use it. The CF slot writes three times faster and gives you more frames quicker. The low light is on par with the 5D II. The blacks have a little less noise. The AF is truely the same as the 1DX the best camera I have ever owned. The image quality is very close the 1DX is a little better but at twice the price that might not be worth it. The only real life difference in the 1DX is faster response time, more metering options, faster fps, and most importantly twice the price. I've used the D800 and the D800E and I like the images out of this camera at 800 iso and above. Below that the D800 has nice files that have a little more crispness to them but above 800iso the 5D is king!
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20.04.2013
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Hi Canon,thanks for not responding to my support inqueries. I cannot download any pictures from my brand new CANON 5D Mark III. I am running Mac OS X with Apple Aperture, Adobe Lightroom and your funny little camera utility tool(which came with the camera). All programs freeze when I try to download any picture. I only shot RAW images and this seems to be a common issue with the Mark III. FYI: Windows works just fine...I will return this product if you cannot fix this in a timely manner! Shelling out $3.3k for a camera, which is not working is just ridiculous.Kind Regards,Marco
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