Canon EOS-5D MARK III DIGITAL SLR

Featured Canon EOS 5D Mark III DSLR Camera is a full-frame 22.3MP DSLR characterized by different motionless image and movie recording abilities. Integrating Canon’s new DIGIC 5+ Image Processor and 14-bit A/D transforming, this camera is capable to provide a superbly detailed image with immense low-light sensitivity that is further assisted by an increased ISO range up to 102400. Image quality is further improved by the new 61-point high-density reticular autofocus, as well as up to 41 cross-type AF points and 5 dual diagonal AF points for perfect sharpness. iFCL metering works together with the AF system and uses color information from scenes to provide precise exposure readings utilizing a 63 zone dual-layer metering sensor. HDR and Multiple Exposure modes produce better creative opportunities and help you to minimize the amount of post-production time required to achieve a high-quality image. The 5D Mark III is also skilled of recording Full HD video with manual exposure control and in multiple frame rates, with 1080/30p and 720/60p. Still images can also be recorded up to 6fps.

Image review is feasible using the 1,040,000-dot 3.2″ Clear View II LCD monitor, which characterizes a high-transparency, reflection control multi-coating for enough viewing under bright conditions. The Intelligent Viewfinder also combines a superimposed LCD giving you exposure information and produce a 100% field of view.

A highly long-lasting magnesium-alloy body border the components and produce increased dust and weather resistance. A modernized EOS Integrated Cleaning system also helps to minimize and detach dust within the camera body. Some of the physical controls on the camera body are fully custom-made for a more structured workflow and more suitable handling scheme. Dual CF and SD memory card brace can also maximize the compatibility of the camera. Support is also given for the optional Canon Wireless File Transmitter and GPS receiver for remote logging, tracking, and sending of your image.

22.3 Megapixel Full-Frame CMOS Sensor

A freshly made 22.3MP full-frame CMOS sensor is induced into the 5D Mark III giving you highly detailed, rich images with a maximized resolution of 5760 x 3840 pixels. The sensor is also characterized by a high S/N ratio and better individual pixels for increased visual depth and better-looking images. A new photodiode structure and increased photoelectric conversion rate also help to upgrade the overall sensitivity of the sensor, resulting in a minimizing in image noise and upgraded high ISO performance.

DIGIC 5+ Image Processor

Processing speed and power are expanded to develop significantly better overall performance and reaction from all aspects of the camera. New algorithms are integrated in order to produce finer noise reduction for greater ISOs and chromatic aberration compensation. The maximized in processing speed also helps to upgrade the constant shooting rate, making it to 6 full-resolution frames-per-second.

14-bit A/D Conversion

The 14-bit signal processing helps to upgrade the quality and gradation of images by fabricating more natural, smooth-looking results. A maximized ISO range is also grant, from 100 to 25600 in standard modes and 50 to 102400 in expanded modes. The ISO range can be controlled and custom-made based on the user’s choice, and additionally an auto ISO mode can be operated. This extended sensitivity range helps to counter frequently changing and hard lighting situations and significantly reduces noise when photographing with even the top-rated sensitivity.

61-Point High-Density Reticular AF

The freshly made 61-point autofocus interface helps to make sure critical focus no matter how hard the situation is. Characterized up to 41 cross-type AF points (with f/4 lens support) and 5 dual diagonal AF points (with f/2.8 sensitivity); this AF system is highly precise and highly low-light sensitive.

The devoted AF menu tab allows fast and easy access, decreasing the need to steer through settings menus in order to customize your AF settings. Autofocus point selection is divided into 6 different methods-Spot, Single Point, Single + 4 Adjacent Points, Single + 8 Adjacent Points, Zone Selection, and Automatic AF Point Selection-as well as a devoted AF configuration tool for the power of AI Servo AF III tracking parameters.

iFCL 63-Zone Dual Layer Metering Sensor

A brilliant metering system works together with the autofocus system and separately analyzes ‘Focus, Color, and Luminance’ inside the scene for the most accurate exposure settings possible. The 63 zones cover the entire image area with better detail and the dual-layer design allows a wider sensitivity to opposed wavelengths of light.

The dual layers are divided into a red/green channel and a blue/green channel; which check the red light sensitivity bias electronic sensors inherently have. A series of algorithms are deployed to join data received from both layers, with the resulting exposure reading being immensely precise regardless of the shooting conditions.

EOS HD Video

Full HD video recording is supported in multiple formats, including 1080/30p, 24p, 25p; 720/60p, 50p; 480/30p, 25p. While recording video, a 4GB automatic file partition is employed in order to gain longer continuous recording times, up to 29 minutes 59 seconds. Both All I-frame and IPB compressions are supported as well as the standard H.264/MPEG -4 AVC codec. Embedding the time code is also possible for greater convenience when recording with multiple cameras.

Video performance is further enhanced with the ability to manually adjust your exposure settings and audio levels while recording. By employing Live View, you can view your recording on the LCD and make settings changes with a dedicated menu tab on the fly. The DIGIC 5+ processor also dramatically improves video response times and helps to reduce color artifacts, aberrations, and moiré.

Rugged and Efficient Design

Constructed from magnesium alloy, the 5D Mark III features a toughened housing that provides enhanced dust and weather resistance. Its ergonomic design also produces an intuitively navigable interface with an emphasis on lessening hand strain and increasing functionality. Handling is simplified and natural with this body due to the incorporation of customizable controls: You can make shooting settings with just your right hand and fast image check and image processing operations with just your left. The redesigned grip offers easy holding when shooting or carrying the camera, while the rubber skin coating has been engineered for all-day comfort in your hand and also coats the camera’s card slot cover. Additionally, there’s an internal headphone terminal and dual card slots supporting both CF and SD / SDHC / SDXC memory cards. Three recording modes are ideal for a variety of workflows: Auto switch media instructs the camera to swap cards as soon as one card is filled, a great feature for long shoots. The camera can also record separately to each card. For extra security, you can set the Mark III to generate an automatic backup by recording the same file to both cards at the same time.

The 5D Mark III also boasts a dual-axis electronic level indicator displaying vertical and horizontal tilt on the LCD monitor–either alone or during Live View shooting. The indicator may also be displayed in the intelligent viewfinder if you prefer.

A newly designed shutter is equally as durable and has been tested up to 150,000 cycles. The lightweight, carbon fiber blades also provide support for the increased 6fps burst rate.

The body construction also features extensive gasketing for maximum dust and weather protection, even at connection points around the lens, hot shoe, and memory card slots. Further dust protection and removal are aided by an updated EOS Integrated Cleaning system that uses a vibration-based dust removal process.

Intelligent Viewfinder

The optical viewfinder provides a 100% field of view with 0.71x magnification and a wide viewing angle of 34.1%deg; A refined design integrates aspherical lens elements into the construction and lessens distortions and color aberrations while providing greater clarity for composing imagery. In addition to a clear view, a superimposed, transparent LCD is also incorporated. This Intelligent Viewfinder mode can be toggled on or off quickly at the touch of a button, allowing you to remove all camera information for unobstructed viewing. The information provided when it is on includes a customizable display of focus points and gridlines, which can also be directed to appear outside of the image area.

Canon’s Dual Axis Electronic Level can also be used in conjunction with the Intelligent Viewfinder and visually displays pitch and roll angles, aiding in properly level horizons. When used in the viewfinder, this feature can display +/- 6° of roll and +/- 4° of the pitch in 1° increment when held horizontally (the inverse is shown when held vertically). The electronic level is particularly useful for landscape photographers and those working with tilt and shift lenses whose angle of view is especially critical.

3.2″ Clear View II LCD Monitor

The expanded 3.2″ Clear View II LCD provides high-quality viewing with a 1,040,000-dot resolution and anti-reflection coating. This allows for sharp and clear viewing in even the brightest of conditions and displays images and videos with great detail and richness. The display also features a viewing angle up to 170° for review from the side or below.

The Dual Axis Electronic Level is also functional on the LCD and can display a full 360° of roll and +/- 10° of the pitch in 1° increment. When used in conjunction with Live View mode, a smaller display is placed over the image. Live View mode permits real-time image review and can also place grid lines over the image for compositional help. You can also zoom into and navigate within the image when in Live View and use the grid lines for minute control and precision over the alignment of your photograph.

Multiple Exposure and High Dynamic Range

Multiple exposures are feasible in-camera and can be set down to a single file using 4 different settings for control. When in Additive mode, this closely favors asking multiple exposures on film and layers each submission; manual exposure compensation is needed. Centre mode layers the images and automatically recompense for the final exposure, abolishing the unintended possibility of gross under or overexposure. Bright mode is specially made for photographing dark scenes with a bright subject, such as a studio environment. Dark mode functions conversely and helps to reduce overly bright sections of the image including reflections and highlights.

A High Dynamic Range (HDR) mode is also incorporated and allows for the creation of HDR images in-camera, reducing the time needed to manually overlay images in post-production. When using this mode, a series of 3 bracketed exposures are made of the same image, then automatically integrated into the same frame, resulting in a photograph without blown highlights or blocked up shadows and a long middle range of tones. This mode is especially useful when photographing scenes with a great deal of contrast.

Wireless and GPS Compatible

The 5D Mark III can be used with the WFT-E7A Wireless File Transmitter and the GP-E2 GPS Receiver. The WFT-E7A, which keep up 802.11 a/b/g/n and support an in-built Gigabit Ethernet connection, supply LAN and Bluetooth image transfers and characterized an FTP mode with mechanized image resend function to make sure file delivery even if the signal momentarily drops. The transmitter also has EOS utility mode and WFT server mode and is proficient in performing time sync multiple cameras on the same network. The GP-E2, which link via USB or Hot Shoe, automatically implant location data into the images’ metadata, including latitude, longitude, elevation, and the camera’s adaption in relation to an extent reading while shooting. It also features a GPS time sync function, especially useful when a project is shot in various time zones. Both of these accessories do not deal with the 5D Mark III’s dust and weather resistance and are created to the same rugged specifications.

Note:

Needed a firmware upgrade to be used with the GPS GP-E2, which will be available soon.

Silent Shutter Mode

In both single shot drive and continuous shot drive, a Silent Shutter mode can be operated to greatly minimize the sound the camera produce when shooting.

Electronic Level

By compressing the INFO button an electronic level can be occupied and will appear on the LCD monitor to show the horizontal and vertical tilt of your camera. This is a very supportive feature for all photographic applications, especially for landscape and architecture photography.

Optional Battery Grip

The optional dedicated Battery Grip BG-E11 (not included) is characterized by buttons and a multi-controller. It conveys seamless performance in any case of whether the camera is held in vertical or horizontal orientation. The grip takes 2 LP-E6 batteries or a comprised AA battery magazine and is useful in counter-balancing large lenses while handheld shooting.