Here's the new Canon 5D MkIII

[Bennymiata]

Lifted from the Canon Rumours site.
Looks like the new 5D MkIII also has a headphone socket and a push button on the mode dial (like the 60D), so it won't turn accidentaly.

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The official announcement can't be too far away.
Canon Rumours say it will be announded on the 2nd March!

[spademan]

Can't wait for it's release, been saving up ...

[Dylan & Marianne]

weather sealing please!!!!

[JM Tran]

if thats the real model, the lock button on the top dial would be much needed for me, too many times when my 5D2 accidentally got bumped to another setting and made me miss crucial shots as I bought it to my eyes. The depth of the camera looks slightly thicker/chunky too, around the viewing prism? but that could be me

[Tommo224]

So, looks like I'll be selling my new car soon?

[KeeFy]

if thats the real model, the lock button on the top dial would be much needed for me, too many times when my 5D2 accidentally got bumped to another setting and made me miss crucial shots as I bought it to my eyes. The depth of the camera looks slightly thicker/chunky too, around the viewing prism? but that could be me

I agree with the lock button but can foresee it being a bit of a pain sometimes as i sometimes flick it to change to another custom mode on the fly during events.
I suspect the 100% VF has a little to do with that.

[JM Tran]

I agree with the lock button but can foresee it being a bit of a pain sometimes as i sometimes flick it to change to another custom mode on the fly during events.
I suspect the 100% VF has a little to do with that.

the 100% will be excellent and I missed having that full coverage for a while now. The Sony A900 had an excellent VF back in 2008 when it was sitting next to the newly released 5D2 on the shelves.

[mrDooba]

Who is the 5d3's sexy new friend in the first photo :cheeky33:

[Bennymiata]

My current 60D has the push button on the top of the mode dial, and I think it is a great idea as I have accidentaly moved this with cameras I've had in the past.
You get very used to pushing the button when changing modes and it becomes second nature to do so.
Just push the button with your index finger and use your thumb and middle finger to rotate the dial at the same time.

They say it will be released on Friday, European time, so we'll know all the facts here on Saturday!

It's sexy friend is the new 1Dx.....mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm....................................
Can't wait!

[KeeFy]

My current 60D has the push button on the top of the mode dial, and I think it is a great idea as I have accidentaly moved this with cameras I've had in the past.
You get very used to pushing the button when changing modes and it becomes second nature to do so.
Just push the button with your index finger and use your thumb and middle finger to rotate the dial at the same time.

They say it will be released on Friday, European time, so we'll know all the facts here on Saturday!

It's sexy friend is the new 1Dx.....mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm....................................
Can't wait!

Yeah i figured it will just be a little getting used to. It's tomorrow our time... well so my friend tells me... he's attending the announcement. :)

2nd march 5d3,
7th march ipad3.

Month of announcement?

I'm crossing my fingers for some add on features.

[just rollin]

I read on the rumors site it was 22 Megapixels do we know if that right ? It seems a bit on the small side compared to the new nikon ?

[Dylan & Marianne]

I'm not so fussed about 22 MP - but it'd be great to see the better AF at play, even better iso performance and WEATHER SEALING grrrr :angry0:

[swifty]

Dunno if Ted's just copying Canon Rumours or they jumped the gun but it's there already.
http://www.teds.com.au/canon-eos-5d-mark-iii
$4200 preorder.

[JM Tran]

Dunno if Ted's just copying Canon Rumours or they jumped the gun but it's there already.
http://www.teds.com.au/canon-eos-5d-mark-iii
$4200 preorder.

big LOL at their price! :)

[agb]

Dunno if Ted's just copying Canon Rumours or they jumped the gun but it's there already.
http://www.teds.com.au/canon-eos-5d-mark-iii
$4200 preorder.

Page has gone now so perhaps they did jump the gun.

[Butts]

5D MKIII - Released at the Shanghai event.



Specs:

Specifications
22.3 Megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor
DiG!C 5+ Image Processor
ISO 100-25600 (expandable to L:50 H1:51200, H2: 102400
Full HD Movie (ISO 100-12800 (H:25600)
61-point high-density reticular AF (up to 41 crosstype points) - VERY BIG PLUS HERE
6.0 fps for high continuous shooting
Intelligent viewfinder with approx. 100% coverage
3.2-type, approx.1.04m dot (3:2 wide) Clear View LCD II
iFCL metering with 63-zone dual-layer sensor
Shutter durability of 150,000 cycles
Silent & low vibration modes
Dual card slots (CF & SD)
High Dynamic Range (HDR) Mode
Multiple Exposures
Comparative Playback function
Improved durability & water and dust resistance
Min Shutter Speed – 30 sec
Max Shutter Speed – 1/8000 sec
Connectivity – USB 2, HDMI, Mic Input, Wireless (optional)
Battery – LP-E6
File Formats – AVI, RAW, H.264, MOV, MPEG-4
Dimensions – 152 x 116 x 76mm
Box Contents – Battery Pack LP-E6 .. Battery Charger LC-E6 .. AV Cable AVC-DC400ST .. Interface Cable IFC-200U .. Eyecup Eg .. Wide Strap EWEOS5DMKIII .. CR1616 Lithium Battery+

[Dwarak]

Interesting specs I like the improvement to the AF hope there is an improvement to the high ISO noise performance and the wireless flash like the 7d. There are the main plus points for me.


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[Bennymiata]

What is an "Intelligent Viewfinder"?
Does it take the photo for you when you aren't there? :confused013

[KeeFy]

5D MKIII - Released at the Shanghai event.



Specs:

Specifications
22.3 Megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor
DiG!C 5+ Image Processor
ISO 100-25600 (expandable to L:50 H1:51200, H2: 102400
Full HD Movie (ISO 100-12800 (H:25600)
61-point high-density reticular AF (up to 41 crosstype points) - VERY BIG PLUS HERE
6.0 fps for high continuous shooting
Intelligent viewfinder with approx. 100% coverage
3.2-type, approx.1.04m dot (3:2 wide) Clear View LCD II
iFCL metering with 63-zone dual-layer sensor
Shutter durability of 150,000 cycles
Silent & low vibration modes
Dual card slots (CF & SD)
High Dynamic Range (HDR) Mode
Multiple Exposures
Comparative Playback function
Improved durability & water and dust resistance
Min Shutter Speed – 30 sec
Max Shutter Speed – 1/8000 sec
Connectivity – USB 2, HDMI, Mic Input, Wireless (optional)
Battery – LP-E6
File Formats – AVI, RAW, H.264, MOV, MPEG-4
Dimensions – 152 x 116 x 76mm
Box Contents – Battery Pack LP-E6 .. Battery Charger LC-E6 .. AV Cable AVC-DC400ST .. Interface Cable IFC-200U .. Eyecup Eg .. Wide Strap EWEOS5DMKIII .. CR1616 Lithium Battery+


It has NOT been released yet. The specs you posted is still speculative. We will only know at about 6pm AEST.

[KeeFy]

http://www.canon.com.au/About-Canon/News-Events/News-Press-Releases/IMR-EOS-5D-Mark-III

Straight from the Lion's Den! :D

[KeeFy]

The EOS 5D Mark III will be available through Canon dealers from late March 2012 and will be available in the following kits:
- Body Only - Premium Kit, containing the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens - Pro Kit, containing the EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM lens - Speedlite 600EX-RT - WFT-E7 - GP-E2, GPS receiver

MARCH?? wootz!

[KeeFy]

Multiple posts.

[Bennymiata]

DPReview and a few others have seen and played with the new 5D3 and I've read a few reviews, and everything seems to be very positive, although no-one has actually taken any shots with one.

They are saying it should be better by about 2 stops, has weather and dust sealing as well as many enhancements over the 5D2.
DPReview reckons that is more than just a re-hashed 5D2, but something more like a model in between the 5D and 1Dx, hence the higher price.
http://www.dpreview.com/previews/canoneos5dmarkiii/

They also say the 5D2 will continue in production at a reduced price, so this will now be the entry level full-frame DSLR.

B&H and Adorama are both offering pre-orders for late March delivery at US$3499.99, body only.

I'm now saving up and waiting for the full reviews!

[Xebadir]

Wow...has Canon missed a trick here? Nikon has gone 500 dollars cheaper on retail for the competing model (D800) on at least an equal if not higher specced body (and not just MP). Will be really interesting to see what happens. Looks like a model that has been possibly rushed out to compete with the new Nikon, and been found to be a bit behind the 8-ball.

[KeeFy]

DPReview and a few others have seen and played with the new 5D3 and I've read a few reviews, and everything seems to be very positive, although no-one has actually taken any shots with one.

They are saying it should be better by about 2 stops, has weather and dust sealing as well as many enhancements over the 5D2.
DPReview reckons that is more than just a re-hashed 5D2, but something more like a model in between the 5D and 1Dx, hence the higher price.
http://www.dpreview.com/previews/canoneos5dmarkiii/

They also say the 5D2 will continue in production at a reduced price, so this will now be the entry level full-frame DSLR.

B&H and Adorama are both offering pre-orders for late March delivery at US$3499.99, body only.

I'm now saving up and waiting for the full reviews!


I'm quite perplexed by the march availability when the 1Dx is no where to be seen. LoL

[camerasnoop]

Just got an email from B&H with the release details. They've finally put a decent AF into the 5D...yehah!!!

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/indepth/canon/announcements/new-canon-eos-5d-mark-iii-hits-mark

[lukem]

the specs look crazy im running a 1dm4 and thinking of trading it in for 5dm3 any thoughts on this idea just not sure if i like the cmos 1,3 crop of my 1dm4

[bricat]

Can't believe all the negative comments on that site. It is pretty obvious that they never had to spend their own money on R&D which would have cost millions. Businees has to re-coup costs and the market place will tell them if they over-priced the 5d3.

[arthurking83]

image samples available on DPR for those that want to have a pre sneek peek.

ISO25K looks quite good and is more than usable.

Will be interesting to compare high ISO quality to the D4, more so than the D800. I think there's going to be a very good chance that the 5DIII is going to be better than the D800 at the high ISO/low light shoot out

It's definitely a strange world when we have the situation where an upper level Canon body is consistently more expensive than the 'equivalent' Nikon model!!

[William]

A link to those shots Arthur was talking about http://www.dpreview.com/galleries/reviewsamples/albums/canon-eos-5d-mark-iii-low-light-iso-samples

[camerasnoop]

A couple of features that would have me considering this camera to replace my older bodies are the twin card slots, high ISO, silent shutter, MUCH improved AF. These things were missing from the Mark II and for a working photographer are welcome additions. Lots of wedding photographers use 5 series cameras and these will make it easier to get shots during the ceremony in darkly lit and QUIET churches. Two slots give an immediate back-up when the shots are taken too. Reception shots without flash will be helped as well.

I was weighing up the 1Dx, but now I'll have a choice I think. The original 5D came in at $3,400 retail in Aussie B&M stores. This is a vast improvement on that camera, but still I'd hoped that the price might be sub-$3K. The Mark II could be had for under $3K very early on. Maybe this one will drop after the initial buying frenzy too.

[KeeFy]

"The 5D2 will remain in the product line! The new Canon EOS 5D Mark III will be the third full frame sensor camera in the Canon line. The others are the 5D2 and the Canon EOS-1D X." - Planet 5D

[Old Skool]

Interesting hands on review from a wedding photographers perspective.
http://blog.jeffascough.com/photographers/2012/03/canon-eos-5d-mark-iii-review.html

[Dylan & Marianne]

I've put my name down for one after much vacillation
At least the cost will be offset by our upcoming weddings and looking forward to putting it to the test in Late April in NZ

[KeeFy]

I've put my name down for one after much vacillation
At least the cost will be offset by our upcoming weddings and looking forward to putting it to the test in Late April in NZ

B&M or Grey? I'm still tossing if i should get one from the first batch.

[Paddy]

Interesting Pics here - http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/12/canon-eos-5d-mark-iii-high-iso-sample-images/#continued

[KeeFy]

www.digitalcamerainfo.com/News/Canon-EOS-5D-Mark-III-Unboxing-Video.htm?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

[acko]

Well, as I can claim the cost of my gear on tax, I usually buy new stuff in the last week of June. Hopefully then they will be readily available and any faults identified.
Around AUD$3500, eh? Hmmm......

[rodw]

Had my hands in a pre-release version at CameraPro here in Brissy tonight. I must say it was very nice. Had sime studio lights set up and a nice young girl there modeling and taking shots at ISO 6400 with just the modeling lights turned on.

We were able to view the shots on an IPad and they were quite nice.

I felt like a bit of an imposter there as I have got a Nikon D800 on pre-order. :eek::crike::eek:

Sorry guys, minded my manners so I did not spend too much time with the camera, left it for the Canon guys to salivate over so can't tell you much more!

I will say it was interesting to talk to the two Canon reps there