Canon 5D MK2 Digital SLR

Canon brings the successor to EOS 5D, in the form of Canon EOS 5D II Digital SLR, with full CMOS sensor, cleaner images at most ISO levels, full frame, great quality image and better view finder than ever.  Its amazing balance between price and quality overall will never disappoint the buyer.
Salient Features of Canon EOS 5D II digital SLR:

• 21.1 megapixel full frame CMOS sensor with DIGIC 4 image processor.
• 14bit A/D conversion with 16,384 colors each of three primary colors.
• Can shoot up to 3.9fps
• Has 9 AF points plus 6 assistant AF points.
• ISO range of 100-6400 which is expandable to ISO L 50, H1: 12800 and H2: 25600
• Up to 98% coverage view finder available.
• Additional Eos technological features like Auto Light Optimizer, and Peripheral Illumination Correction available.
• 3.0 inch clear view LCD screen, - 920,000 dots resolution.
• Supports live view shooting (live, face detection and AF) and live HD live viewing.
• New shutter durability of 150,000 cycles.
• Has got a stainless steel magnesium water resistant body!
• Has got 1080x1920p HD video capture at a fast 30fps.  
• Compatible with around 60 Canon EF lenses and most other accessories.
• The new battery LP-E-6 gives 850 shots in normal mode and 200 in live view mode, and around 2 hrs in movie mode.  

Some of the few setbacks are:

• There is built in flash, so owners of Canon EOS 5D II digital SLR camera will need an optimal EX series Speedlite.
• 3.9fps is not very fast so it’s a darling to many first time buyers but not serious action photographers.
• AF system is not available in live view.
• There is a lot of noise captured during conventional autofocus from reflex mirror and display blackout.
• No manual overrides in movie mode, though it’s the only mode that gives best pictures.
• In dim or low light automatic white balance is not up to the mark.
• 11points autofocus stands low compared to other models.
• Focusing is slower in bright light.
• Small buffer for RAW images.
• Big in size and heavy.

Despite the setbacks, the Canon 5D II will certainly be a delight for those who are experimenting in photography. This 21.1 megapixel digital SLR is actually not complicated to use but will need some manual consultation and in hand experimentation from time to time. Other EOS digital SLR cameras might give a better autofocus system especially with ultrasonic USM lens. This is certainly a wonderful camera for those trying to set hand in professional photography, needs oversized prints and good video in movie mode; also good for travel, family getaways and small events.

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