Отзывы о Фотоаппарат Canon EOS 5D Mark III Kit

Upgraded from Canon 7D and WOW I like the images from the 5D MK III. I thought my 7D took pictures, but with the 5D MK II you can tell which camera took the pictures by looking at the images. The new magic Digit 5 processor and full frame makes a difference. Color reproduction is true to life. the camera focuses fast and accurate and one of the nicest features that I found is its ability to focus quickly in relatively low light. I have taken pictures at 4000 ISO that took as good as my 7D at 1000 ISO. There were other reasons why I purchase this particular model, such as full frame sensor dual storage media, 3.2 screen is awesome and load of new features. But once you hold this camera in your hands you will quickly see that you have made the right decision.

I'm a photo enthusiast, not a pro. Like others have said, this camera is truly the Jack of all Trades. It does everything well. This is the first time that I upgraded to Full Frame. Coming from the 7d, I liked its performance, and image quality at low ISO. But as the 7d gets above 3200 or 6400, I would have to do more post processing, images were too grainy, and lost a lot of details. In certain cases, images were unusable. But with this 5D3, not afraid to use High ISO. I was at a wedding, shot around 500 photos, and they came out great. Some photos, I didn't have too much post processing at all.1. Image Quality - excellent, sharp, more natural colors2. AutoFocus - lots of points, fast, Spot-On focus3. High ISO performance - excellent, less noise, I was able to use photos shot 6400 and above. Less post processing time4. Performance - 6 fps5. Brings out the best in my cheap lens!6. Dual Card slots7. Price - @$2700...Yes, worth it!For those considering 5D3 or debating between 6d and 5D3, I would say, get this camera. The 6d just doesn't have some of the important features that 5D3 have, which could come in handy in the future, and I think it's worth the extra $$. Hopes this helps out others who are deciding.

After turning in my Canon 40D (yes there was a time when Canon 40D was a "top of the line" in SLRs!) to be repaired for second time I began to muse along the lines of "if the repairs are costing me ~$300 each, shouldn't I invest in the new camera?" The answer came back as a quick "yes." So, next question: "Since my Canon 40D turned out to be such a pile of... of... of... um... 'feces' should I go with Canon again?" The answer came as a "no" followed by a "but." You see, although I am not a professional photographer, I did manage to get suckered into purchasing a bunch of really expensive Canon lenses over the years. SO as much as I would have loved to switch to Nikon, buying a new set of high-end lenses would prove to be prohibitive. My musings were interrupted by another notice of "Error99" by my Canon40D, indicating that either I buy a new camera, or I should be prepared to shell out another ~250-300 for repair of the old one. And, given my investment in Canon lenses, it will have to be another Canon. With heavy heart, I searched the internet for a new camera, reading the reviews of available Canon products, and finally settled on Canon EOS 5D Mark III. The camera arrived 10 days ago and I am glad to report that, despite my dismal experience with its 40D predecessor, "5D MarkIII" appears to be an almost different (and better) animal. Here is my, amateur take on it. So far.PROs: -- shooting at mind-bogglingly high ISOs does make need for a flash so last-century -- crisp-edge images -- sturdy body -- more intuitive interface -- marginal changes of buttons and dials compared to prior versions of Canon SLRs, making conversion from my old 40D to this new beastie a breeze.CONs: -- the prices is an absolute downer! Judging by the impressions I got from reading numerous posts on countless forums and blogs (and my own feelings about this new purchase) I'd rather have NO video capability (which, in this model, lacks an intuitive dynamic AutoFocus and, therefore, seriously limits the use of this feature), NO dual card use (in Mark III one can use two different media cards, but um... so what?...), and FEWER other cosmetic bells and whistles if it meant ~$1000 less for the camera. Of course this is just my personal opinion...

I have many Canon lenses but the geek side of me always wants the best tech out there. I have an old Nikon D50 from 2005 that I thought was awesome in its day but once I started shooting again I grabbed the Canon 7D about 3 years ago and never looked back. I have now moved to full frame and had been struggling on deciding Nikon D800e or Canon 5D MIII. I have a friend with the Nikon so I got to play with it a bit. Needless to say I like the product but like my 7D more when it came to speed and versatility. On a leap of faith I decided to go with the 5D MIII as it seemed to be close to the 7D in operation. I care about the best all around pictures also and sites like DXOMark really kept me holding out on the 5D MIII as the Nikon D800 and D800e rock the charts. I want to say right not those charts are not everything. I get great shots on the 5D mark III ( better then my 7D) and I liked the shots out of my 7D better than my friends Nikon D800e at the time I used it and even now based on what she takes. I know some Nikon fans are going to flame what I just said but this was just based on my one time use of the D800e (which was not as comfortable for me to use). I also did not sit down and do test with equivalent lenses. My 7D has some really nice prime L glass I use and the Nikon had a zoom lens at the time. I have seen some awesome shots come from that thing so I know it does the job but now when I see the Canon 5D (straight out of cam) shots it seems to appeal to me. I usually shoot RAW so this is RAW not jpeg. When I tested jpeg it seems Canon still has the old edge it had before with how the in cam software cleans up.It boils down to the 5D MIII being better then I expected and as versatile as my needs require. I'm sure in time I would have been happy with the D800e but I can't say I would be as happy as I am now.I'm no a fan of any brand but I do like some things that each company does. What I would give for a 5DMIII that has the resolution and dynamic range potential of a D800e or a D800e that has the great Software ISO enhancement and FPS of the 5DMIII. I take mostly event stuff so ultra high 36MP does not help me but it would be awesome to have, says the geek in me.

I purchased this camera in December 2012. Prior to this I had owned a Canon 50D for four years, and a Rebel XTi for two years before that. I had always lusted after the 5D cameras and dreamed of owning one. The price can be a little intimidating on a camera like this, but after using one for nine months now I am completely blown away by it. It has exceeded my expectations in every way. On my XTi and 50D I got to the point on both of them where I felt my skill exceeded the limits of the camera. With the 5D3 however, it has definitely given me that creative refresh where I am able to explore the limits of what can indeed be done with a modern DSLR. The build quality is rock solid, the grip is very comfortable in my large hands. The 100% viewfinder is beautiful, along with the rear LCD which makes reviewing photos a pleasure. The AF is very sophisticated and will require some getting used to if you're coming from a camera with a lesser system like the 50D. But once you learn your way around it, you'll realize it can keep up with anything. When I transfer files from my memory card to the computer, I am consistently floored by the absolutely amazing amount of detail the sensor is capable of picking up. Paired with my retina macbook pro, I actually sit with my jaw wide open while reviewing the details at 100%. I'm not a big video guy, but the short videos I have taken with the camera look phenomenal. This is the kind of camera you buy and want to hold onto forever. I surely will be.

This camera takes fantastic photos. I am a professional photographer for industrial photography as well as wildlife photography. It is all that I could ever expect for. It is nice to have the files large enough to crop quite a bit as well as edit in Photoshop and still keep the quality. I shoot in Raw format and this thing is awesome. I want another one also!!! Mine has been around the world also and is a little larger than some, however, it is worth bringing it anywhere I go with a high quality camera. It also takes first rate videos also. Only drawback for video is that is does shut itself down after 30 minutes of recording and need to plan for that for longer recordings such as presentations or such and it restarts immediately by starting it again, you just have to catch it when it shuts down.

My previous camera was a Canon Rebel Xsi which I have used for years. I got hooked on photography so then I decided to invest on this "semi-pro" model. So this review is intened for those like me, beginners.1) Its much heavier that the Rebel series; and noticably larger too. I get the feeling that its more delicate despite the fact that it is definatley better built. Maybe its the price I paid for it but I get the feeling that if I drop it even a few inches it will break. (I hope I never test this theory). On the other hand my lighter Rebel was treated like an old book and never once gave me problems.2) Dont expect to be able to use any EF-S lenses that you might have purchased, ( I knew this before I bought mine but I want to make sure everyone understands this). The camera only uses EF lenses (as opposed to EF-S). The quality of these lenses is much better, especially the L series that the kit comes with. Again, these lenses are also considerably larger.3) The full size APS sensor DEFINATELY makes a positive difference. Expect to see more of the picture but with less zoom (because of the full type sensor).4) On full auto mode picture just come out better. It definately makes a huge difference when taking pictures in dim areas.5) There is no built in flash on this camera, you have to buy one if you need it. Or you can use the ones you might have purchased before. You should use Canon ETTL lenses for best results. Anything less and the camera does not have the ability to control its brightness. This usually results in pictures that are too bright.6) Be prepared to use at least 8GB SD cards. The larger sized pictures and its 6 pics per second abilities fills up your card pretty fast. I never had a problem with my Rebel and 4gb cards. The larger sized pictures however definately make a big quality improvement.I am still getting used to this larger and heavier camera but it was definately worth every penny. The batter life is comparable to Rebel, the menu system is way more complicated but most functions are accessible via some extra buttons. I find changing most normal settings (White balance, aperature, shutter speed etc much faster).The videos this camera takes are outstanding, so for a photographer like me this is a great bonus. I never thought about this when considering the purchase but once I tried the video I was so impressed by the quality that my interest in this has grown.

The shipping is quick. Camera is opened box, just as described, never used. But I have to say, with a lot of Google searches, I doubt this camera, Canon 5D Mark III, is from Japanese Grey market, which means you won't get any warranty in U.S. The reason I questioned is because this camera only have three languages to choose, which are Japanese, English and Chinese, which only happened on Japanese version. The U.S. version should have a lot of different languages to choose. But still, this is a good camera and also a good deal.

If you're looking on Amazon reviews on whether or not to buy this camera, you're looking in the wrong spot. This is an industry-standard camera and has great features. Check out Canon's website for the spec & feature list and do some research on how the images look and you'll be sold. However if you're looking for a non-Canon brand, then this isn't the right DSLR for you. I wanted a great Canon camera without going overboard, so this was a no-brainer for me and my photography needs.

I have been holding back for sometime, wanting to upgrade my camera from cropped sensor to full frame. I have great glass so i wanted to stick with Canon. I have been flip flopping back and forth with the 6D and the 5D Mark III. the main stumbling point the the cost. for a huge chunk of change difference, i needed something to push me over the threshold. Some of the features of the 6D as nice but would rarely use it. (GPS and WiFi) After renting both to go for a test drive, it was a no brainer. The 5D was the clear winner. From the first contact, it felt right. It's not a easy choice as not everyone can afford the extra cost but for me, it was well worth the extra time to save the cash to buy this camera.

There are already plenty of positive reviews here on the quality of this camera. I agree with many of the other comments on the 5D regarding image quality, build of the camera, etc. I also believe the Camera / lens package from Amazon is an excellent vale. Very pleased.For the last ten years I have been a pro portrait photographer shooting Nkon and made the move over to Canon for a variety of reasons (which I won't go into here). Again, very happy with the 5D, but there are a few things I miss about my Nikon and bug me about the 5D.1) No on camera flash (pop-up). For the most part, these small on camera flash units are of little value. However, there are times when you need just a hint of light to fill in a shadow or balance an exposure. While I thought I would not miss it, turns out I was wishing for it the first time I used my 5D. Ended up bringing in another light for my shoot, but I know I could have saved some time and used the flash if I had my Nikon. Probably my biggest issue with the 5D.2) I really liked the position and feel of the front / back thumb wheels on my Nikon. Making exposure adjustments with my index finger and thumb was quick and easy on my Nikon. After two weeks of solid use, I still find myself trying to use a rear thumb wheel on the 5D (that isn't there). Yes there is a wheel on the back of the 5D but it's not the same style / location as my Nikon. Not sure if this will just take time to get over but so far, just does not feel quite as ergonomic on the Canon.3) The lock on the shooting mode wheel. While I understand why Canon did this, still not quite used to it. Find myself having to use two hands to change the setting from Tv to Av, etc.It's only been a few weeks that I have had the 5D, and maybe I'll get used to these things. They are very minor but stuff I have noticed as a long time Nikon shooter.....I did deduct one star from my rating for them. Great image, great quality, great value. Just know you'll have a few things to get used to if you're coming over from NIkon.

This is the best Canon Prosumer SLF so far, and frankly speaking probably the best among all the brands. The low-light/high-ISO performance is unbelievable. The color rendering is also remarkable (a tradition of Canon DSLR). The fast continuous shooting speed is very useful for wildlife photography too. Overall, a fantastic portrait/landscape/wildlife DSLR in one package.

Instead of waffling on, I figured I would get a pros and cons list up here, and then conclude with my personal opinion as a wedding photog.PROS- Only a small bump in resolution (because more MPs doesn't equal better pictures!)- Style and body closer to the 1D series, which I much prefer. It looks sleeker and handles better and is more weather-proof- Boosted ISO (although I haven't tested 102,400 if we're being honest)- Exposure compensation has been greatly increased (+-5!!!)- FPS is now at 6, which for any wedding/sports/action photographer is a HUGE plus- The AF system is much faster and more accurate (the old system was EIGHT yrs old!)- 29.97 and 23.976fps video modes are beautiful - just wonderful!- 4GB file partitioning up to 30 minutes!!! This is a HUGE improvement!- CF AND SD card storage/backup, again something taken from the 1Ds, and a LONG time coming and I can still use my (faster) CF.- Full audio control, including headphone jack!NEUTRAL- Slightly larger LCD (by 0.2")- Slightly heavier, but not noticeably- No on-camera flash (which I never use anyway)CONS- HDR mode, really?Overall there is a lot I have to learn still about the new technologies this Mark has to offer. Not all of them will make you a better photographer, and I would highly advise not running out to purchase this as an upgrade to the 5D MkII JUST because you want the latest technologies. That said, some of the improvements made such as the 6FPS shooting and the video improvements make this a fine successor to the MkII and indispensable to photographers and indie film-makers alike. The CF and SD slots are fantastic, as I currently own a 1DS-MkII which uses this same system. This means that in camera I can shoot to CF, back up to SD and then use the CF to dump the cards to my computer as transfer rates are higher! This will also save you money, as SD cards are a good deal cheaper nowadays, and will still make fine backup cards!As a wedding photographer, having a reliable camera is extremely important, so the 150,000K shutter rating is a huge load off of my back. Coupled with 6FPS, I feel a lot more confident that I will get the shot every time. I don't snap a million pictures a wedding, but I do like to shoot burst during the important moments, and the new fps rate will do quite well!Regarding the one con, is it just me or does this seem too "gimmicky" for a pro-sumer camera? I tried the mode out and it wasn't ground-breaking, I get much better results creating HDR photographs manually with post-editing. Call me old fashioned, but I had the same issue with the Pentax Medium Format DSLR that I rented recently...I just find it lacking and unnecessary.If you have the cash and are looking for a full frame with video capabilities, this is an excellent choice with the improvements made. Sometimes I feel as though the changes made to a camera (Canon or Nikon) don't deserve a whole new edition to be released, but in this case I feel as though Canon have done a fine job in creating a camera that is worth every penny to upgrade!

I've been shooting a Canon 7D since late 2009. The 7D is a fantastic camera, it was far ahead of its time in 2009 in terms of auto focus and continuous shooting speed. It is also a very nicely built piece of equipment, solid and weather sealed, but without that "heavy as a cinder block" feel of many "professional" camera bodies. The 5D MK III shares all of those characteristics: solidly built, but not huge and bulky. It features an even better AF system, and while not quite as fast in terms of continuous shooting (6fps vs. 8fps), it's certainly no slouch.Now, where the 5D MK III shines is in low light image quality. I rarely pushed the 7D beyond ISO 1600 because images shot at ISO levels beyond that exhibited significant noise. Yes, it could be eliminated with post processing, but only if one was willing to sacrifice a ton of image detail. Conversely, the full frame sensor of the 5D MK III yields perfectly useable .jpg images straight from camera at ISO 3200, 6400 and even 12,800. Of course, most folks who purchase this camera will elect to shoot RAW and then post process. The RAW images contain a tremendous amount of detail and are extremely "crop-able". I recently shot a series of raptor photos with this camera and a Sigma 50-500 OS lens. The feather detail and sharpness was phenomenal! The in-camera HDR feature on this camera is also very usable. It creates very natural looking images that are well balanced between light and dark areas.While I will likely keep the 7D as a "backup" DSLR body, I am very happy with my purchase, and consider it a worthwhile upgrade. I'd definitely recommend this camera to my friends.Of course, the best "testimonial" I can give to the quality of a camera is actual photographs. Amazon won't allow me to put a link in my review, but if you'd like to see what I've been able to capture with the 5D MK III (and the 7D) go to Flickr and search for PhotoDocGVSU.

I'm an amateur photographer and only use the camera in fully automatic mode, but it does a pretty good job.Me and my friends go mudding almost every time it rains, and we've gotten some pretty sweet pics with this camera. I actually lost my first one when I was trying to get really low to the ground and slipped. The camera fell into the mud, and the lens which wasn't fully attached fell off and filled with mud.Luckily, it was right before Christmas so my parents got me a new one. :-POverall, very good camera, but it'd be nice if it had some features that allowed a bit of creativity, like faces and props that can be superimposed onto the pictures. I also would prefer that it had Twitter integration. These minor grievances combined with the fact that some of my pictures seem a bit blurry sometimes are what make this a four-star camera. But for the price, you really can't beat it.

This has been a big investment that is worth every penny. The photos are outstanding and the multiple options allow you to shoot in just about in light. I had the 5D Mark II and am glad to have purchased this camera to be able to have the additional features. I love the built in HDR. I would highly recommend this camera with the L lens.

This has been my dream camera and I was soooooo happy when I got it as a gift. This is a major upgrade from my canon 40D (but I still kept it) It's beyond comparison, the picture quality that it produces and ease of use - it's so worth it. If you're thinking of getting one, get it. You will not regret it. You'll definitely have fun taking pictures.

I have spent so much on professional photography for my daughter, and although I consider myself a hobbyist photographer, I never thought I could get the same quality. I used a Nikon D90 for a while, and my pictures were nice, but didn't have the same WOW factor that I got with my professionally shot photos.Since I started using my 5D Mark III, my pictures are in a different ballpark. It's way too simplistic to say that the camera makes the picture ... because a great photographer can take amazing shots with an iPhone ... lighting, framing ... lots more to a shot than the camera.But I will say that with the 5D in my hands I haven't taken a bad shot. I've done some sessions for friends, and through word of mouth I've gotten inquiries for some paid shoots and have done a few (so I guess I'm borderline past hobbyist).Also, the low light performance is INSANE. I get clear sharp shots in dimly lit rooms without a flash. Took some family shots in a restaurant for my daughter's birthday, and they're perfect ... even with low lighting.Love this camera in every way. And the kit lens is really well past what you expect from a kit lens.

UPDATE as of 17 June 2012:I have now taken more than 10,000 shots with my new 5D mk3. I have returned from a trip to Italy where I took about 4000 shots over 11 days. I traveled light and only used two lens (24-105 IS and 70-200 IS),90% using the 24-105. I did not use a flash, about 70% were inside shots. The low light (many at ISO 12,800) performance was very good to excellent and allowed shots that could not have been taken as flash was not allowed in many inside locations. My outside shots were excellent with outstanding color and sharpness.This is a great camera!The July 2012 issue of Popular Photography has reviews of the Canon 5D mk3 and the Nikon D800. The Test Results sections are very interesting.Keep having fun.Original Review:First let me say that I don't appreciate people who write a review on a product that they have not used. I believe that anyone who rates the new 5D MkIII below 4 stars has not properly evaluated this camera. It is excellent and I only have one gripe (I wish it had a simple built-in fill flash as my D700 and 7D have/had).My last two favorite DSLRs were the Nikon D700 and Canon 7D; both were excellent and worthy of a five star rating when they were introduced. Until now the D700 was my only Full Frame DSLR but I gave it to my nephew (my nephew has become a very good photographer) after I used my 7D for several months. Because of the high cost of lens and other accessories, I have now decided to standardize on Canon. As a side note, I plan to keep my 7D or it's replacement as I like the 1.6 crop factor for telephoto work. The 7D body is less expensive than most good telephoto lens ( I already own the EF 100-400 ).I received my new 5D MkIII from Amazon on March 26th and have taken about 1200 shots. What I like best about the new 5D is the quality of my pictures. I also enjoy 2 stops + or - higher ISO performance ( vs D700 and 7D ) and at a recent Easter dinner event was able to take all my shoots w/o a flash (95% were taken inside) using f/4 lens (24-105 IS and 70-200 IS). I used Av mode with Auto ISO ( Auto ISO set to Max range ). I try to keep Av at f8 unless I have a depth of field, shutter or ISO issue. The 61 Point AF worked well but I also used single-point Spot AF alot. Auto WB was excellent. Evaluative metering was used as my default but I used Spot metering with certain light issues. I did not record in RAW for this family event. I recorded Large jpegs to my CF card and small jpegs to the SD card. Only a few shots needed a slight adjustment in Photoshop. I absolutely LOVE the Q function when I forget what I am doing ( thanks 7D ).I have played a little bit with my 50mm f/1.4 len in low light and my pictures are better than "my eyes".So far all is good and I am having fun.

After some years, finally I got my 5D. I took some pics son my last trip to China... and the quality of pics is wonderful.

Love this so far, great upgrade from my 7d (Non full frame). the 24-105 lens on this camera actually is a good low light lens compared to the same lens on my 7d. Nice sturdy build and outstanding pics, also the HDR mode works nicely also.

I am upgrading from the original 5D to the 5D Mark III. This is exactly the upgrade I was looking for. I skipped the Mark II because canon decided to retain the AF which was a constant source of frustration in anything other than broad day light.This is a perfect upgrade for me because of the low light capability, AF, speed, customability, etc. This model corrects and improves on the feature set of the original 5D and the Mark II. So this more of an evolutionary camera not a revolutionalry one like the D800.In correcting and improving features of the the previous 2 models, canon has created a near perfect camera, but there are some cons that would prevent it from being a 10.0.Cons:1. PRICE: This is a big one. Canon decided to increase the price by $500 because they were delivering a near perfect camera. This becomes less palatable because of the release of the D800 and D800e which have a revolutionary sensor at a $500 less price.2. Disabled feature set:Metering : Canon deliberately did not include features like the metering of the 1DX unlike the D800 which has the same AF and metering as it's big brother.HDMI out : Video out quality is not high quality uncompressed unlike the D800AF linked spot metering : This is a big omission. Canon in it's infinite wisdom reserves this for only it's professional model, while Nikon has it in every model.UDMA enabled SD slot: the canon implementation is on the slower cards, the D800 has the faster UDMA SD standard.USB: canon uses the slower 2.0 standard, the D800 has USB 3.0AF assist light : would have really helped in low light.3. Sensor technology : There is essentially very little advancement from the Mark II's sensor. The D800's Sony sensor is revolutionary with incredible resolution without paying a penalty for cramming 36 MP in the same size sensor.I guess canon listened to it's user base on some issues but decided not to reward it's loyal users. This seems to be the direct opposite of what Nikon is doing. While this is disappointing to me as a Canon user for 20+ years, the Mark III camera is the first camera that is close to near perfect in ergonomics and usability. Canon missed a chance to make another legendary T90 type camera that it had done in the past.So highly recommended with some reservations (see cons). I am definitely going to enjoy this camera.Kenko High-Spec. LCD Protector for Canon EOS 5D Mark III camera | KLP-CEOS5DM3N

The New Canon 5D Mk IIII have a Canon 5D Mk II and it's been a real work horse. I love the Canon glass and the photos that the 5D Mk II produces. So when the 5DMk III was announced, I ordered it - even at the steep price of $3,500.00 USD. I like the way Canon delivers their products soon after the announcement - wish Nikon did the same, but I digress. I've been using it now for a couple of weeks. There are several things I like about the newest 5D Gen:1. The Auto Focus is much faster in actual use. Setting it up is another matter.2. The locking mode switch is nice - Canon charged me $100.00 to mod my 5DMk II for this feature.3. There is in- camera correction of chromatic aberration (CA) and vignetting of select lenses . Why Canon didn't install this in the camera out of the box is questionable. You have to load software and manually select the lenses from a list and install them into the camera YOURSELF. While not a problem for most people, with a price tag of $3,500.00 USD, why not spare us that drill? Just saying. There are some older lenses missing from the list too (oh well.)4. The on-off switch is now on top of the camera instead of at the bottom - this is a big plus for me at least. In my clumsiness I often inadvertently switched the 5DMk II off when pulling it out of the bag.5. I like the location of the Depth-of-Field (DOF) preview button - now I only need one hand to preview and shoot (thanks Canon!)6. I haven't done any scientific testing of either camera, but I do see a bit of improvement in the Image Quality in the 5D Mk III, and the low-light images are far better - this is probably due to the re-working of the sensor.7. This is totally subjective: It just feels better in my hands.This all adds up to an incrementally better camera than the 5D Mk II. But it's not the "game-changer" that the original 5D was. The 5 D Mk III is not a "revolutionary" model. It's a lovely upgrade from the 5D Mk II, but there's really no compelling reason to ditch your 5D Mk II and switch to the 5 D Mk III. I have the feeling that the Nikon D800 has stolen the thunder of the 5D Mk III, and will cause many people to jump ship - simply because the D800 IS a major game changer and it IS REVOLUTIONARY, while the 5D Mk III just isn't. By the way, I've already ordered my D800 (sorry Canon.)I have one major complaint with my 5DMk III and that is that I cannot save the Custom 1, 2, 3 features I want. This can probably be fixed in a subsequent firmware update, but it's been a royal pain for me in the meantime. I was able to save one Custom setting, and I have not been able to add C2 and C3. It's just not possible. Hope Canon fixes this soon before I go nuts.

Wish it came with a warranty!! I've gotta buy one separate which kinda sucks. Still cheaper than at a store. BEST BUY WILL PRICE MATCH ANY AMAZON PRODUCTS I LEARNED WHILE BUYING A FLASH MEMORY CARD. IF YOU FIND A DEAL THROUGH AMAZON, GO TO BEST BUY AND GET IT THERE WITH THE PRICE MATCH. THEN YOU'LL GET A 1 YEAR WARRANTY WITH IT.

Photography:+ Improved High ISO Performance (Up to 102,400)+ Faster Focusing System (Similar to 7D)+ New & Improved Digic 5+ Processor (Dual Core) 14x Faster Than Digic 4+ Faster Burst Shooting+ Gains 1 Extra Megapixel from its Predecessor but Nikon D800 is 36MP (Cheaper Than 5D)- Still No AF Light, Needed for taking Pictures in Dim Light Situations (Nikon Has One)- No Pop Up Flash! (Nikon Has One)- Price Increase from it's Predecessor- Still Slow AF in Live View Mode (Taking Pics with LCD Screen)- No APSC or DX Mode, Shrinks Your Sensor Size and Gives Your Lens 1.5, 1.6x more Reach (Sony & Nikon has it)Video:+ Improved ISO Performance+ Improved Moire & Aliasing in Video+ Improved Rolling Shutter+ Head Phone Jack for Audio Monitoring+ Can Record Video Up to 29'59 Minute Before Stopping (Because of European Law)+ Improved Video Bit Rate+ Added Timecode- Still Lame Video Codecs, No 1080p at 60fps (Panasonic & Sony Has it)- No Tele Converter/APSC Crop Mode, Extended your Lens 1.5, 2, 2.9, 3.6x, etc. More (Panasonic & Sony Has it)- No Full Time Auto Focus for Video (Panasonic & Sony Has it)- Dynamic Range Still Sucks (Black Magic Cinema Camera has 14 stops, Cheaper Than 5D)- Video Resolution is Soft (Panasonic & Sony is Much Sharper)- HDMI Out is Not Clean, Compressed (Not Good for External Recorders)- No SDI or XLR Inputs (Black Magic Cinema Camera has it)- Cinema Lens Selection is Limited Due to Mirror Flap, Flange Distance & No Crop Mode for Video (Sony Has it)- No Vari-Angle or Touch Screen (Sony & Panasonic Has it)- No Peaking, that help manual focusing (Sony Has It)I'm Proud that Canon Help Pioneer the Video DSLR Revolution with the 5D Mkii, But After Many Years and Attempts with the 7D, Rebels, 500D, 550D, Etc. They are Only Mild Changes.New Exciting Affordable Video Cameras are on the Horizon, Panasonic GH3, Black Magic Cinema Camera, Sony NEX 6, A99, FS100, VG900. Canon Better Step Up their Game.The New Canon 6D is Not the Answer, I'm 99% Sure it's Just a Dumb Down 5D with Wifi & GPS Photo Tagging.Guess We Will Have to Wait Until Digic 6, Until We Get the Full Frame Canon Video DSLR of Our Dreams

I went from Canon EOS 60D DSLR with 3 Prime lenses, EF-50mm F/1.4 EF-85 F/1.8, Sigma 35mm F/1.4. I have been shooting 50/50 still and video for about a year and I finally decide to go full frame. I was so tore between 6D and 5D mrk III. I chose the 5D mrk III because it has the advance auto focus system of a $7000 camera, Canon EOS 1DX. The camera is high quality build and it felt good in my hands. Took me a while to get used to with the menu and buttons. But after a few hrs of messing with it. I now love the 5D mark III lay out. I got some 1000X CF cards and will try out raw video soon. This is a awesome camera with a awesome price to go with it. I went with the kit lens 24-105, over all I am very happy and a big hole in my wallet.

If so, do yourself a major favor and buy the 5DIII now. You know you want to, or you would not be reading these reviews. Like many 7D owners, I've wanted to step up to full frame for years. I agonized over the price of the 5DIII. Is it worth it? Is it THAT much more satisfying to use than a 6D? I asked myself and read every review that I could. After biting the bullet and buying the 5DIII, I got my answer within the first hours of shooting: HELLZ YEAH!This camera isn't for everybody. If you're stepping up from a Rebel, you'll be just as happy or happier with a 6D. If you use a camera occasionally for family photos and vacation pics, this camera is probably expensive overkill. But if you're a serious enthusiast-- particularly one who has pushed a 7D to its limits, you're going to love the 5DIII. (If you're a pro, it's a business decision and you probably aren't looking to Amazon reviews for guidance).The image quality and handling are nothing short of amazing. With the ability to add lens profiles, this camera makes even your cheapest glass look stellar. My 50 mm 1.4 USM looks better with this camera than the $1,200 50 mm 1.2 L does on a 5DII. And if you own any L glass, there aren't enough superlatives for how fantastic they look when shot with the 5DIII.If you can part with the money, buy with confidence. You'll get over the financial pain as soon as you see your first test shots.

Before I bought the 5diii, I has been relying on Rebel T3i, S95, Sony NEX-7, Sony RX-100, as well as my daughter's Canon 7d.I rely on auto mode most of the time, sometimes Programmed auto and manual mode.Sony RX-100 is a great P&S, NEX7 is also great camera to own, but I think Canon 5diii has a little better IQ when you need it, trading off the weight and inconvenience to carry, most of the time Sony NEX7 will do the job.I was in search of a best picture quality, reliable DSLR camera, that can be owned for a long time without worrying what is hottest model this month.After purchase and spent extensive time, among Nikon d3200, d800, then this Canon 5diii, Canon 5diii is my favorite.At the beginig hoping Nikon can do wonder for me, but after purchased and spent some time with D3200 and D800, I was very disappointed at the IQ, so I got rid of the Nikon d3200, and d800.Canon 5diii (with 28~105mm L, and 70~300mm L lens) to my eyes has most natural color, very sharp, like high end audio tube analog components vs digital sound (Nikon), unbelievable low light performance, great auto mode, great focus speed, you do not need much skill to take great photos.Using Live View, focus sometimes slowed down a bit, but using EVF focus is lightening fast.Even in the evening without flash, this camera is very capable.(I had some problem with Canon Rebel 3i, in low light condition)I also bought a Canon 430ii flash, works great and very easy with the 5diii.So the 3 camera I own now, the Sony RX-100, NEX-7, and Canon 5diii, each one serves well in its condition.In a word, I am extremely happy with the Canon 5diii purchase, other than a little bulky ( so are other DSLRs), this camera I think will serve a long time.

As much as I can be in love with a camera I am. I moved up from a 7D because I was shooting more and more weddings and the full frame and awesome auto focus system were desired. Could I have kept on making it with the 7D...you bet and it wouldn't have been hard. My second shooter needed a camera so the 7D went there and the Mark III is now my go to.

How good is it? After getting this camera, I stop looking for another one. Now I can spend all my time taking and enjoying pictures.

I received the camera today to supplement my library of cameras and lenses. I am not a pro; I'm a physician with a photography hobby. My current shooters are a Nikon D700, a Canon 40D and a Canon 5D. They are all fantastic cameras. In just the several hours I've had it, shot with it - primarily with my 35-1.4 L and my 50-1.8 - it's great. Given that I already have stock in both the Nikon and Canon camps, I could have easily gone with the D800 or D800E. So in this (?initial?) posting, let me tell you what shaped my decision between the 5D Mark III and the D800.The Fred Miranda website did a direct comparison between the two and the D800 outperformed the 5D Mk III especially in the high contrast / dark area noise category. The Ken Rockwell review put the 5D Mk III on top. Site after site went back and forth, but the only review which gave pretty dramatic, objective material going against the Canon was the Fred Miranda review. But I had read about the High Dynamic Range features, the Auto Lighting Optimization features, and the Highlight Tone Priority features of the 5D Mark III and was convinced they could make moot the high contrast / dark area noise issue. And they DO. So far I cannot create worrisome noise in the shadows of a brightly lit object on what is a rare sunny day in January here where I live.The FEEL of the camera is wonderful. Much like the feel of a 7D.I could have bought a D800, and indeed I will likely pick one up eventually (unless Obama-care spanks me as much as I fear it will), but for now my Canon lens collection (including a 300 - 2.8 L and an 85 - 1.2 L II) will continue to be put to good use on this fine tool

Before I bought the Mark 3, I had a Canon 40D but I dropped it. The Canon's repair center asked for $390-plus. I said forget about it. Not that I don't like the 40D. It's just that a 40D on Craigslist with fewer actuations sells for less. So I bit the bullet, I mean the wallet, and bought a used Mark 3 from Canon's Direct Store in March 2013 for $2,500 plus tax. As a semi-retired photojournalist my experience tells me only two criteria are important: How fast is the auto focus and how good is the low light performance. The Mark 3 receives a perfect 10. Digital camera is a little like automobile now. They give you all kinds of options that won't make you a better photographer, or driver. We all should have a camera like the Mark 3. However you should spend more time taking photos instead of playing around with customizations. Think of those great photographers 50 years ago who had none of these features. Folks, check out some of my samples photos here as well: [...]Ben Chan

Sure it's expensive, but the full frame and quality behind the camera make it worth every penny. I've taken mine to 25+ countries and hope to travel to even more. It's survived a dust storm in the African desert without any problems.

I originally had the Canon XT, then upgraded to the Canon 50D and now the Canon 5D Mark III. As all the reviewers have mentioned, this is simply a great camera. The most annoying factor in my previous camera(s) was the AF. No AF issues with this camera even in low light. The improved AF is the reason I chose it over the 5D Mark II.No significant noise even in minimal light and easily correctable in Lightroom.Silent mode is fantastic.Feels substantially more rugged than my 50D.I shoot mainly JPEG unless traveling or special events. This camera produces great jpegs. (RAW is still the best for IQ.)The menu settings were daunting at first, but these are the ones I use.Shoot I:Image quality JPEG LImage review: 2 secs.Beep: EnableRelease Shutter without card: OffLens Aberration correction: Enabled. you do have to load your lens profile manually.External Speedlight Control: Firing Enable,ETTLII Meter Evaluative,Flash sync in Av AUTO,Mirror Lockup OFF (will change if I need to)Shoot 2AEB 0ISO Speed Setting: Iso range 50-12800Auto ISO 100-12800Min Shutter speed: AutoALO: EnableColor space: Adoble RGBShoot 3Picture Style: Auto or FaithfulLong Exposure NR: OFF (will correct in LR)High ISO Speed NR: StandardHighlight Tone Priority: ON (unless it is sunny then OFF)Multiple Exposure: DisableHDR Mode EnableShoot 4: no preferenceAF 1Case 2AF 2AI Servo 1st Image PriorityAF3USM after One shot AF: ONAF-Assist Beam Firing: ONAF4Lens drive when AF Impossible: OFFSelectable AF points: Only Cross TypeAF area Select Mode: Click the first 4.AF area Selection Method: M-FnOrientation Linked AF: Same for horz. and vertic.AF5Manual AF point ...pattern: ContinuousAF point display during focus: SelectedVF display illumination: OnAF microadjustment: Currently off (but will enable it when Focal software can do it automatically.)Playback 3Highlight alert EnableAF point display EnablePlayback grid OFFHistogram disp: BrightnessMovie: no preferenceMagnification: Actual size (image is now at 100%)Setup 1Autorotate ONSetup 2Autopower off: 1 minuteC.Fn 1no changeC. Fn 2Warnings in viewfinder: NoneCustom controls DOF preview: one shot <-> AI servo This changes to single shot when I am in AI servo. Lens AF stop button: AF-OFF M-Fn: * Set: ISO Multicontroller dial: AF point direct selection. Main Dial: Tv Quick Dial: AvHope this helps.

We already have the Canon EOS 5D full frame camera and thought this would be a great step up and it is. Just wish some of the EF-S lens would fit it. It takes great pictures whether scenery, flowers, people, etc. We only use the L series lenses and with the combination of that and the camera the quality of the pictures cannot be beat. It was well worth the money we had to spend to buy it.

Unless you're going into the 1d world this is the premier Canon full-frame camera, and it completely meets my expectations in that regard. I need (and use) the autofocus performance that comes with this level of spending -- if you don't, the 6D has every bit the image quality but a much-nicer price. Either way you can't go wrong in the Canon line for a quality full-frame camera.

Awesome camera for stills, but I bought it for the video capabilities and it certainly delivers, If yoy need a single camera that does both, this is it.

I made the (huge) leap from the 40D to this 5DM3 and cannot believe how well this does, especially in Low-Light. I'm no longer afraid to crank up the ISO if I want a specific shutter/aperture combo.This camera, however, has made me realize how important good glass is, and that's where I've been spending my money lately. I got the KIT version of this camera (with the really good 24-105mm lens) and since then have added several primes as well as a 70-200 f2.8 MK2, which makes for an amazing combo with this camera.focus is fast, performance in low-light is phenomenal, and I couldn't be happier. I cannot imagine what Canon will do next to entice me to upgrade - I think I'll be happy for years with this thing!

Having owned the legendary Canon 5d MARK ii for more than 3.5 years, I finally decided to upgrade to this camera knowing the pros and cons discussed extensively on the web.Before I bought the camera, I actually got the chance to play with it as my friend had purchased one several months ago.I did some serious test, particularly on focusing, which I have a lot of complaint on the 5d2.Here are some subjective assessments:1) Low light focusing seems to have improved greatly on my 50 f/1.2 L, particularly on the side focal points.2) High ISO performance out of JPEG is "mind-blowing"--- although the raw photos improved only by 1/2 step; Picture quality does not really improve that much at low ISOs except that the high ISO images look stunning.3) The settings took some time to get adjusted to. But overall, I got most things figured out intuitively. The advanced settings are simply beautiful.4) The feel of the camera is nothing short of comforts.I have used the Nikon D800 and D7000 for a significant amount of time as well.My general suggestions are:If you can put up with the D800 focus issues complained by so many, you may want to consider that camera for landscape and studio shots. D800 has much better dynamic range (because of the Sony Sensor) and better low ISO performance.However, if you want to find an all around camera, 5d mark iii is probably the best choice other than some other more expensive options.I am very happy that I upgraded myself to this camera.I am looking forward to seeing Canon coming up with a high mega-pixel camera with better DR.

I am glad I bought this ibcredible camers. Superb photo qualities, just what you need! Kind of pricey Worth every dollar.

Of course who wouldn't LOVE it! The best camera I have ever owned or ever hope to own! I can't leave home without it! My dream come true!

Hello Amazon reviewers!I think by now you have read the reviews and seen all the pros/cons of a new purchase or upgrade. Most magazines have already deemed this "camera of the year" for 2012, yes even over the Nikon D800 (lets not get into a discussion about this, I did not write the review). What I wanted to mention is the ding ding wake up call. What do I mean?For all of you DSLR people pimping your cropped sensor ride (Canon 7D, etc) to get the most out of it to satisfy your mind that you are close to the full frame, WAKE UP and smell the coffee. Why? I talk from experience, because I was there. I started with the Canon Rebel (first digital), then to a Canon 50D, added quite a few extras, then went to the crop Canon flagship 7D with all the extras, cards, you name it. In my mind I was close to full frame, and was happy. Then I tried the Canon 5D Mark III. I shot, edited, viewed, and then the bubble popped. I found myself quickly realizing FULL FRAME is the name of the game. I will not go on any more, just saying, if you are a crop sensor and do "some" shooting, then your fine. If you are shooting, and are striving for the next level, then stop the mini upgrades, and slip into a 5D. You will wonder why all this time you drove on the bumpy road. Everyone who wants to comment on how fabulous their crop pictures are, I am sure they are all of that, what I am saying is there is an easier road to get there, plus more.

Look, it's a high end Canon camera. What could be wrong? It's not a Nikon but with the right choice of multi-thousand dollar Canon lenses should do just fine. Menus and controls take some getting used to.

Strength:1) AF system is fast, accurate and sometimes mind-reading.2) Low light ISO noise control is excellent, though tends to use 12800 too frequently3) Color rendition is somewhat subjectively artistic filtered4) Excellent LCD5) Ergonomics is excellent, good gripWeakness:1) Default jpg shows too much smudging for noise reduction (some say it's the NR radius parameter being changed affecting all Canon DSLR since the 60D)2) Low light AF sensitivity is not as good as the 6D (-3ev), so it won't lock focus in pitch darkness as good as the 6D. It's still VERY good though.3) Auto ISO shutter speed choice is a little on the high side (causing higher ISO being set)

Let me start by saying that this is my first DLSR camera. I've been shooting Leica RFs for the better part of 10 years so I have grown up basically shooting in manual mode since I started getting into photography. My kids are getting older now and my RF just can't keep up with the speed of their sports now so I had to make the plunge into DLSRs. Apparently I came into it at a good time with the 5DMIII and D800E releases. I did a lot of research and in the end I chose Canon for the following reasons:1) I need speed so I was drawn to 6fps as well as the quality of ISO sensitivity at 3200/64002) I wanted a camera that is super easy to set up and adjust on the fly (wash between the Nikon and Canon)3) I was drawn to the silent option on the Canon - it is incredibly subtle.4) I liked the quick C1-C3 dials for customization of the camera. Nikon has it but it is awkward to use.5) I wanted a walk around lens and the 24-105 just felt a heck of a lot more solid than the Nikon 24-120 - the Nikon felt super cheap and the double barrel would definitely be become a problem in terms of durability and shooting in the rain; which tends to happen a lot in Seattle.I am impressed. I love the flexibility of this camera and I the image quality is excellent. I am definitely a perfectionist when it comes to image sharpness and I only shoot RAW so I tend to be a bit of a pixel peeper. While the 36MP was impressive on the D800E, in the end, I realized that when it comes to shooting the kids, family and friends, the Canon gave me more versatility. I also found the video capabilities to be pretty good even though I rarely use it.All in all, for $4500 bucks, this camera kit is a good value for what you get. The 24-105 lens is very good especially considering that this is a kit lens. I had it out this past weekend shooting casual shots and the image quality is very sharp across the entire frame. The fit and finish is also very good. My M9 is still the preferred camera when I am out and about but I am genuinely impressed and surprised by the capability of the 5DMIII.

I used a 5D mark 1 since its introduction and its performance was so good I used it in preference to the technically superior (on paper) Canon 7D.I upgraded for 2 greatly improved areas - improved S/N at higher ISO setting and autofocus (the mark I was poor).The mark III has delighted me. Its low performance has opened up so many new natural light opportunities - not just indoor events, but woodland and forest scenes that formerly demanded tripods and slow shutter speeds are now possible. Creatively, you can choose between those 'frozen' waterfalls in the redwood forest - or the creamy look of the long exposures. Choice is good.The other thing I noticed is that I'm applying less sharpening to my images. This applies to RAW images - I'm not sure why. Resolution, sharpness and contrast on all my lenses is much improved. (100-400L, 24-105L, 90mm TSE and 100mm macro)I'm not a professional but I am proficient with the camera and photoshop. Frankly, I thought hard about the cost of this upgrade but the first 'roll shot' dispelled all doubts. Worth the wait.Incidentally, the Canon versus Nikon religious wars have become silly. Both are excellent. If you are entering the market at this price point then consider the family of products, prices and values - not just the camera body features and performance. If you already have Nikon or Canon lenses there's no good reason to change bodies for small relative differences at similar price points.

Judging from all the reviews here on Amazon, just about every owner seems to love the 5D3. I too echo those feelings.I upgraded from the original 5D and I can't speak highly enough about how much Canon has improved on this camera. For me personally, I love the superior AF, Quiet Shutter, 100% accurate view finder and much improved high ISO noise. These were the lacking features in the original 5D that bugged me each time I used it. And so after 6 years of ownership, I pulled the trigger on the new 5D3 once I saw a big enough price drop.As much as I enjoy shooting with this camera, there are a few things that can still be improved upon. First, the RAW dynamic range of this camera, although good and improved, is still slightly behind compared to Nikon and Sony's offerings. This would affect those who shoot landscapes under contrasty conditions. The Auto-ISO feature is less sophisticated than that found on Nikons which seems to choose higher shutter speeds and ISO to permit less camera shake. And finally, I wished the 5D3 could AF down to -3EV like the newer 6D. I know this is wishful thinking though. And finally, the pricing is a bit too high at full MSRP. Canon is a bit greedy for charging what they wanted.Overall, this is an amazing DSLR. I do NOT regret getting the 5D3 one bit. It feels like a mature product especially since I am upgrading from the original 5D.

As a long time user of Canon's 5D series I can say for certain that they've always been capable of taking great photos. There's little doubt the sensor capabilities of the 5D and 5D2 are simply excellent. However, like many users of the series, we all tend to share a common gripe. The AF system - specifically the outer focus points of the previous generation - were, shall we say, capable of giving the photographer ulcers in addition to nervous breakdowns? I can't tell you how many times I'd see a shot, compose, line up to take it with an outer focus point in decent lighting, only to have the AF system sail past the subject and miss the shot. And just like that, the moment's gone.No more! I'm glad to say that Canon listened and pratically went over board with the AF system on the 5D3. Even in the crummiest of lighting - practical darkness - with little contrast between the subject and the background and I'm hitting the focus nearly everytime. Shots the 5Dc or 5D2 couldn't see with the "good" center focus point -all without the AF assist beam! Its like Canon took the very good AF system of the 7D and hyped it up with steroids and sonar - it's that good! There was no way they were going to let the AF system handicap this camera - and they've succeeded.For me personally, I would have been happy with the 5D2 plus a great AF, and I got that with the 5D3. But there's so much more. Silent shooting is so quiet you can barely hear the shutter, the high ISO capabilities are mind numbing, I'm hardly seeing any noise at all at ISO 2000, some at 3200, and then it becomes noticable (but useable) all the way to 12,800. And it cleans up well in LR4.So at the end of the day it comes down to two things; - according to me and based on *most* of the reviews out there on the 5D2 -1. The AF system has been so vastly improved its like going from a Tercel to a Ferrari - no longer will a pro canon shooter be handicapped by a subpar AF system.2. The ISO capabilities - which were good before on the 5D2, now they're just ridiculous.If you've ever wanted to throw your 5D2 into the sea because the outer focus points failed you or if you shoot weddings in crummy light, then get on the waiting list, you won't be disappointed.