Canon EOS 5D 12.8 MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon EOS 5D 12.8 MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
Customer Review: Like it, but too pricey right Now
Summary: 4 Stars
My first and still digital camera was the Canon 10D, 6.1MP. I have taken that from Alaska to Alabama and loved it. If I was to add an addition to the family it would be the 5D. Not only is it quiet, streamlined and efficient, the screen is picture perfect large and clear.
As for now though, the 5D is on hold and the 10D reigns supreme. CP
Customer Review: Amazing!
Summary: 5 Stars
This camera is everything I thought it would be and MORE! I took it to Disneyland the week I bought it and took some pictures of the firework show and they turned out perfect! I upgraded from a Canon Powershot S2 IS, and while that's a great camera to learn on, the 5D allows you to I completely recommend this camera to anyone looking for a more professional camera that will allow them to use their full range of camera skills. I love love love this camera!Customer Review: Just buy it
Summary: 5 Stars
Buying this camera involved me changing my bank and walking 5 miles in a snowstorm to transfer cash from one account to another. Why do you need to know this? Because this camera is worth it!
This is a VERY serious camera and, if you put in the effort, it will reward you.
There are a couple of caveats though. It is a big beast and if, like me, you have the extra battery pack it makes it very heavy although it does improve the handling. Also, the supplied lens has a 77mm front element so be prepared to pay nearly $300 for a polarizing filter.
Do you need this camera? Well, if you're asking my advice, probably not. Do you want this camera - oh yes indeed!
Customer Review: Incredible Quality
Summary: 5 Stars
I have owned the 5D for about 5 months. I was waiting for the 5D Mark II but I decided not to wait any longer and I am glad I didn't. Previously I had used a Rebel XT that I still own and have as a second body. Reading the review that gave it only 2 stars is just a bit dissapointing. The overwhelming number of people (pros and amateurs alike) that have truly used this camera as it was designed (that is, coupled with the right choice of lens) have had outstanding results. This camera is excellent when used with the right lens; I have used it with my Canon 16-35mm 2.8 L II and the full frame just sings edge to edge with beautiful,smooth tones and sharpness (think exquisite landscapes). Vigneting is not an issue in my experience; because of all the reviews posted, to go into a full review will be repetitious so I won't. Just for fun, I used a "consumer" lens to test it and it truly shows all the flaws of the cheaper optics; this reinforced the notion that you really cannot use this camera with lower quality glass.
In addition, I have used it with my Canon 70-200mm 2.8 L with excellent results (portraiture and sports).
I am not a Canon snob; in my 20 years of the hobby, I have used and still own a Nikon F with Nikkor lenses, as well as other Pentax and Canon cameras. I truly believe that now Canon has the best selection of lenses to go with many future cameras (I am still waiting for the 5D Mark II). The closest camera that Nikon has that is full frame is the D3, which has received great reviews but retails for $5,000.
Summary- This is an outstanding camera for the price; it has taken my photography to a whole new level.
Customer Review: D300? 5D? Hard choice for every people
Summary: 4 Stars
Actually, at first, I wanna buy D300+17-55mm f/2.8G. I think the D300 is a really good camera with a lot of advanced function. But the problem is you have to deal with the crop factor, that's how your 17-55mm become 24-80mm. So when you join in the family of full size sensor camera 3 years later,(the ASP size sensor camera will definitely be disappear) you will find your lens which actually is the most important thing for you can not suitable for the full size sensor, like 17-55mm. Nobody will use 17-55mm on your D3 or D3 mark2, right? So, I change my mind. I choose 5D+24-70mm f/2.8G. That means I do not have to buy everything new after 3 years when I change into 1Ds mark3 or something else.
But, you have to know what is the meaning of 5D. 5D is 3 years old. Do not expect too much on some fabulous function. Please just foucs on the real image quality.
And do not wait for the 5D mark 2. Everybody knows that the price will exceed $3000 in the first 6 months.