Canon EOS 5D Mark II (Black)
21.1 megapixel digital SLR camera
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High performance for high expectation
Canon's update to the wildly popular full frame EOS 5D is here, and it's better than ever. The EOS 5D Mark II has a stunning 21.1 megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor with a DIGIC 4 image processor, a vast ISO range of 100-6400 (expandable to ISO L: 50, H1: 12800, and H2: 25600), plus EOS technologies like Auto Lighting Optimizer and Peripheral Illumination Correction. It supports Live View shooting, Live View HD videos, and more. It can shoot up to 3.9 fps, has 9 AF points plus 6 AF assist points, a new 98% coverage viewfinder, a 3.0-inch Clear View LCD (920,000 dots/VGA) and a rugged build. Full-frame shooters rejoice!
21.1 megapixel full-frame sensor and high ISO range
The EOS 5D Mark II features a huge, full-frame sensor. A 21.1 megapixel CMOS sensor delivers images of up to 5616 x 3744 pixels. And since it's full-frame, all lenses will deliver the angle of view they would on a 35mm camera without a conversion factor. This comes in handy especially when shooting wide-angle lenses. For the flexibility to shoot in even the most dimly lit situations, the EOS 5D Mark II offers Canon's highest ISO sensitivity to date, ranging from 100-6400. You can expand the ISO to ISO L: 50, H1: 12800, and H2: 25600. Thanks to improved noise reduction technologies, images shot even at highest sensitivity will be remarkably smooth.
HD video shooting with Live View function
The EOS 5D Mark II is the first digital EOS to offer recording of Full HD video in Live View Mode. Capable of shooting clips almost half an hour long at full 1080 resolution, the EOS 5D Mark II does amazing double duty, making it possible to shoot broadcast quality video on your camera by simply changing settings. The advantages move way beyond the ability to shoot on your SLR - the wealth of high-speed lenses and shooting accessories that make EOS photography so remarkable can be used in shooting video. Where interchangeable lens video cameras cost thousands of dollars, with the EOS 5D Mark II their operation, including HDMI output, is simply an added bonus to a remarkable camera.
Image processing with power and speed
The EOS 5D Mark II's sensor is backed up by Canon's DIGIC 4 image processor, which speeds up all operations making a number of new features possible. Processor intensive operations like Face Detection Live mode, HD video recording and lighting and lens peripheral optimization are all possible thanks to the DIGIC 4 image processor. The EOS 5D Mark II also offers full 14-bit A/D conversion. This analog output from the image sensor is converted into a digital signal via 14-bit conversion instead of the previously used 12-bit conversion, resulting in significantly finer tonal gradation for better prints.
DIGIC 4 and Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction
Developed to maximize performance between the capturing and recording stages of digital photography, Canon's DIGIC 4 chips use advanced signal processing technologies to enhance captures from Canon's CMOS sensors. Sophisticated processing algorithms help to speed up all operations, including write times to UDMA cards. Canon's exclusive Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction takes into account any light falloff in the corners of the frame and corrects it, making for a perfectly exposed image. Correction data are detected automatically on a number of Canon lenses and can be entered manually through included Canon EOS Utility software.
Cutting-edge autofocus, rugged shutter
The EOS 5D Mark II has a sophisticated AF system consisting of 9 user-selectable AF points, along with a total of 6 additional vertical and horizontal AF assist points. The central AF point is cross-type, and is sensitive to vertical lines at an aperture of f/2.8, horizontal lines at f/5.6. The AF system is also sensitive to its light source, and can compensate for focus errors that can occur when multiple sources illuminate a scene. AF points can be chosen by the photographer using the 5D's multi-controller or preferred control dial. Plus, the EOS 5D features a dedicated AF ON button. The EOS 5D Mark II has a rugged shutter designed to withstand 150,000 exposures. Combined with its impressive build quality, this new shutter ensures that the EOS 5D Mark II will thrive in challenging shooting environments.
More features in Live View mode
With Live View function on the EOS 5D Mark II, you can zoom in and navigate the composition 5x or 10x normal size. There's even a grid overlay. Live View focusing modes include Quick mode, Live mode, and Face Detection Live mode. The EOS 5D Mark II's Live View function also helps make videos in full high definition. Shooting is at a frame rate of 30 fps. Sound is recorded either through the camera's built-in microphone or through an external microphone connected to the camera's microphone input terminal. Playback modes are available in the camera, and all Live View AF features can be used in shooting video.
Big, high resolution screen
The EOS 5D Mark II has an all-new 3.0-inch Clear View LCD that features high resolution 920,000 dots/VGA for far more detail than any previous EOS digital LCD. A number of new features enhance usability: a new anti-reflection and water-repellent coating provides a clearer and more smudge-resistant surface and a light sensor mounted below the screen enables automatic brightness adjustment in accordance with ambient light.
Full-frame, dust-free images
Canon's integrated cleaning system includes a cleaning unit designed specifically for the EOS 5D Mark II's full-frame CMOS sensor. The camera's low-pass filter even has a new fluorine coating upon its surface to help repel dust. Dust that makes it past the EOS 5D Mark II's sensor cleaning system is easily removed in post processing using DPP software's Dust Detection Delete function, which can remove dust spots automatically from single or multiple image files.
Shooting and sharing made easy
The EOS 5D Mark II is compatible with all Canon lenses in the EF lineup, ranging from ultra-wide angle to super telephoto lenses. Canon lenses employ advanced optical expertise and micron-precision engineering to deliver unprecedented performance in all facets of the photographic process. Special optical technologies, such as Aspherical, ultra-low dispersion, or fluorite elements are featured in the universally acclaimed L-series lenses. And Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer technology is featured in select lenses to minimize the effect of camera shake. You can also add any of the flashes in Canon's EX Speedlite line. The EOS 5D Mark II's acclaimed E-TTL II flash metering system provides reliable flash output whether shooting fill-in flash pictures in sunlight, or using flash in total darkness. There are also wireless file transmitters, vertical battery grips, and other accessories available for the EOS 5D Mark II.
Included with purchase
EOS 5D Mark II body, eyecup, wide neck strap, stereo video cable, USB interface cable, battery charger, battery pack LP-E6, EOS Digital Solution disk, software instruction manual.
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Comparison Specifications
- 21.1 megapixel high-sensitivity, high resolution, large single-plate CMOS sensor, 36.0mm x 24.0mm (35mm full-frame)
- Uses CompactFlash card Type I and II, UDMA-compliant CF cards, via external media (USB v.2.0 hard drive, via optional Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E4A)
- Canon EF lens mount, compatible with Canon EF lenses (lens not included in package) / Not compatible with EF-S lenses
- Drive modes: Single, continuous, and self-timer (10-sec. or 2-sec. delay), max. 3.9 shots/sec. continuous shooting speed
- Works with optional Canon EX-series Speedlites, E-TTL II autoflash metering system, +/-2 stops flash exposure compensation in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments
- Full HD video capture at 1920 x 1080 resolution for up to 4GB per clip with HDMI output for HD viewing of stills and video
- Exposure control: Program AE (shiftable), shutter-priority AE, aperture-priority AE, creative auto, full auto, manual exposure, E-TTL II autoflash program AE
- 3.0" TFT color LCD monitor, approx. 920,000 pixels (VGA), 7 level brightness adjustment, approx. 100% coverage, approx. 170° viewing angle
- USB 2.0 terminal, video output terminal (NTSC/PAL selectable), HDMI mini output terminal
Additional Specifications
- Fixed position low-pass filter in front of CMOS sensor, Dust Deletion feature (automatic sensor cleaning, manual cleaning of sensor, Dust Delete Data appended to the captured image)
- Image type: Still: JPEG, RAW (14-bit, Canon original), sRAW1, sRAW2, RAW+JPEG; Video: MOV
- RAW + JPEG simultaneous recording (RAW/sRAW+JPEG also possible)
- Picture style: Standard, portrait, landscape, neutral, faithful, monochrome, user def. 1-3
- White balance: Auto, daylight, shade, cloudy, tungsten light, white fluorescent light, flash, custom, color temperature setting
- Color temperature compensation: White balance correction (+/-9 stops), white balance bracketing (+/-3 stops), blue/amber direction or magenta/green direction possible
- Viewfinder information: AF information, exposure information, flash information, image information, battery information
- Autofocus: TTL-CT-SIR AF-dedicated CMOS sensor, 9 AF points (1 cross type), + 6 AF assist points
- Focusing modes: Auto, one-shot AF, predictive AI servo AF, AI focus AF, manual focusing (MF); AF point selection (automatic, manual)
- 35-zone TTL full-aperture metering (evaluative metering, partial metering, spot metering, center-weighted average metering)
Manufacturer Specifications
- ISO speed: ISO 100-6400 (in 1/3-stop or 1-stop increments), ISO 100-3200 set automatically, extendable to ISO 50 (L), 12800 (H1), 25600 (H2)
- Exposure compensation: Manual +/-2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments (can be combined with AEB)
- Vertical-travel mechanical, electronically-controlled, focal-plane shutter, 1/8000 to 30 sec., bulb
- Drive modes: Single, continuous, and self-timer, max. 3.9 shots/sec. continuous shooting speed
- Live View function for still and video shooting; quick mode, live mode/Face Detection live mode, manual focusing (5x/10x magnification possible); Two-type grid displays
- 8 display formats, including histogram, 4- or 9-image index, magnified view (up to 10x), slide show; highlight warning (overexposed highlights blink)
- 25 total custom functions; camera user settings under mode dial's C1, C2, and C3 positions
- One LP-E6 battery pack included, power saving (turns off after 1, 2, 4, 8, 15, or 30 min.)
- Image sizes from 5616 x 3744 pixels to 2784 x 1856 pixels, Fine, Normal, and RAW settings
- Updated EOS integrated cleaning system
Dimensional Specifications
- Dimensions: 6.0" W x 4.5" H x 3.0" D
- Weight: 1.79 lbs.
Canon EOS 5D Mark II Warranty Details
One-year parts and labor warranty
