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Canon EOS 5D Mark 3

Based on 29 reviews

Excellent:

23
Good:

6
Average:

0
Bad:

0

Pros

Compact for a full-frame SLR.
22-megapixel resolution.
Large optical viewfinder.
High-Res rear LCD.
Fast autofocus.
6fps continuous shooting.
Excellent high ISO performance.
1080p video recording.
Good set of features.
Large viewfinder with 100% coverage and detailed 3:2 screen.
Good ergonomics.
Build quality and twin card slots.
Excellent image quality.
Improved handling.
Fast six-frames per second shooting speed.
Good resolution and detail in raw files.
Reliable metering even in difficult contrast situations.

Cons

Expensive.
Slow focus in Live View and Video modes.
No built-in flash.
Not compatible with EF-S lenses.
Redesigned controls may take some getting used to.
Expensive compared to some rivals.
No built-in flash or wireless controller.
No built-in Wifi or GPS.
Both are expensive accessories.
No articulated screen.
No interval timer.
No movie crop mode.
No clean HDMI.
No continuous movie AF.
36 Megapixel Nikon D800 available for less.

By Digital Photography School on March 01, 2013

Here’s a quick tip for Canon 5D MkIII users. If you don’t use this camera, this tip probably isn’t very helpful for you. Instead you might be interested to read about how I shot the above photo. Also, I recommend skimming through your...

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By PC Pro on October 29, 2012

Breathtaking image quality and a wide range of autofocus options are among the highlights of this superbly rounded...

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By Expert Reviews on August 16, 2012

A photographic tour-de-force – if you can justify the cost it'll be hard to...

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By DPexpert on August 07, 2012

REVIEW—CANON EOS 5DMkIII DSLR] by terry on 7 August 2012 Price: $4000 body (street price) 5DMkII+1? THE LOW-DOWN: This 22 megapixel full frame camera is the upgrade of the revered MkII. While there are not many extra pixels the processor, ISO...

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By TechSmart.co.za on July 24, 2012

As impressive as its specifications are, in actual use, the Canon EOS 5D Mark III is simply put a superlative full frame camera whose ease of use belies its dazzling array of features.Like the top of the range EOS 1D X, the 22.3 megapixel Mark III...

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By Photo Answers on June 30, 2012

The Canon EOS 5D MkIII is the latest high quality, full-frame Canon DSLR. The first 5D still holds its own in terms of image quality, so its younger sibling must be something very...

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By Wired UK on June 18, 2012

The 22.3-megapixel Canon EOS 5D Mark III captured some of the cleanest images I've seen from a DSLR when shooting in low light at high ISOs. That's no small feat. Cameras such as the 5D Mark III's predecessor -- the 5D Mark II -- and the...

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By G4tv.com on June 14, 2012

Video Review: The Canon 5D Mark III is both a professional still camera and video camera with 22 megapixels, a "full frame" sensor and can shoot cinema quality 1080p video at 24 fps. Chris Hardwick and Matt Mira review the $3,500 DSLR for Gadget...

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By Pocket-lint on May 25, 2012

A brilliant camera that offers both superb stills and fantastic video. It's ideal for people looking to get a video-capable SLR, but owners of the 5D II might want to keep their existing gear and wait for the next update....

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By Buy-n-Shoot on May 23, 2012

The Canon 5D started out as an affordable high quality full frame alternative. It evolved phenomenally in a single upgrade when the Mk II arrived offering more functionality, raising the bar on image capture quality and the big one, the...

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