New Canon 5D MK II announced!

thebigskythebigsky Registered Users Posts: 1,052 Major grins
edited April 1, 2008 in Cameras
Amstelveen, The Netherlands, 1st April 2008: Canon continues its new DSLR line with the announcement of the 8 frame per second EOS-5D MK II. Delivering 14-bit depth resolution from a newly developed 35mm full frame CMOS sensor, Canon’s new flagship digital SLR produces files that convert to over 60MB uncompressed 16-bit TIFF, setting a new benchmark in image resolution and sharpness for 35mm-format digital photography at the price level.

As well as producing outstanding colour rendition, Dual DIGIC III processors drive 8 fps continuous shooting for up to 44 Large JPEGs (8 RAW) This capacity to shoot such large images uninterrupted is regarded as a big driver in switching studio photographers to the EOS platform.

The 5D MK II inherits the new technology platform introduced earlier this year in the EOS-1D Mark III, including 63-zone exposure metering, 19 cross-type auto focus system, a 3.0” LCD with Live View mode and EOS Integrated Cleaning System. The Highlight Tone Priority function expands dynamic range for more depth and detail in bright areas.

“Taking image quality and versatility to unprecedented levels, the EOS-5D MK II gives professionals and keen amateurs a path to previosuly unimagined opportunties at this price level”, said Me li Sozumi, Head of Canon Professional Services. “The camera will strengthen Canon’s popularity amongst professional studio photographers. Culminating 20 years of EOS development, the 5d MK II represents extraordinary value for money.”

Key features
  • 17 Megapixel full frame (35mm) CMOS sensor
  • 8 fps continuous shooting for up to 44 frames
  • Dual “DIGIC III” processors
  • Highlight Tone Priority
  • Auto focus system with 19 cross type sensors and 26 focus assist points
  • EOS Integrated Cleaning System
  • ISO 50-12800
  • 3.0” 230K pixel LCD with Live View mode
  • Redesigned viewfinder now wider and brighter
  • Face and BS recognition
  • Integrated ND Grad Filter

I wonder what the street price will be, sounds very tasty!


Charlie
Landscape & Flower Photography

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