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Ok, now we finally have the much-anticipated full frame DSLR from Canon, expected as the replacement for 5D, it is not 3D nor 7D but 5D Mark II - this time it packed with a higher pixels sensor, this makes all Canon full frame DSLRs at 21MP. Is that a new trend and association set between "Full Frame" and "Higher Pixels"?
Though 5D Mark II comes with a new 21 MP sensor (similar to the sensor in the EOS-1Ds Mark III), DIGIC 4 and 1080p HD movie recording, many people were disappointed for its lacking of professional features, in particular, a more advanced AF system. Yes, 5D Mark II is rather a "conservative" design, that is actually a refinement/ catch-up revision - Canon intended to preserve the unique market segment, style and conventions already built by 5D.
On the other hand, Canon also quickly sent Sony a message - "New player is not welcome" - 5D Mark II just launched about a week after the announcement of the Sony Alpha 900, it has specifications and price tag set direct competition to the Alpha 900. Apparently, 5D Mark II is a well-marketed product, it avoids sitting in the same zone with the strong competitor like Nikon D700, but running into a higher pixels configuration to defense new challenge from the Sony Alpha 900.
With the release of Canon 5D Mark II, we have more choices, that also becomes clear and easy: If you want full frame higher pixels at 2x MP DSLR extremely suitable for landscape, studio and portrait work, pick a Canon 1Ds Mark III, 5D Mark II or Sony Alpha 900. For sports & dynamic works, the Nikon D3 and D700 will be definitely in your priority list.
Canon EOS 5D Mark II features at a glance:
* 21 megapixel CMOS sensor
* Sensor dust reduction by vibration of filter
* ISO 100 - 6400 calibrated range, ISO 50 - 25600 expansion
* Auto ISO (100 - 3200) in all modes except manual
* 3.9 frames per second continuous shooting
* DIGIC 4 processor
* Image processing features:
o Highlight tone priority
o Auto lighting optimizer (4 levels)
o High ISO noise reduction (4 levels)
o Lens peripheral illumination correction (vignetting correction)
* RAW and SRAW1 (10 MP) / SRAW2 (5 MP)
* RAW / JPEG selection made separately
* AF microadjustment (up to 20 lenses individually)
* 98% coverage viewfinder (0.71x magnification)
* 3.0" 920,000 dot LCD monitor with 'Clear View' cover / coatings, 170° viewing angle
* Live view with three mode auto-focus (including face detection)
* Movie recording in live view (1080p H.264 up to 12 minutes, VGA H.264 up to 24 mins per clip)
* HDMI and standard composite (AV) video out
* Full audio support: built-in mic and speaker, mic-in socket, audio-out over AV (although not HDMI)
* New optional WFT-E4 WiFi / LAN / USB vertical grip
* Water resistance
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