ab Report post Posted May 11, 2009 I tell you what, this camera is simply amazing! I am using a 50mm F-1.4 EF lens. Pictures are untouched but in Jpeg mode. In Raw mode it's really brilliant! I am a novice with this camera and sure it will do much more! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedShft Report post Posted May 11, 2009 Great camera! Awesome pics! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
topcabron Report post Posted May 11, 2009 I need to get a camera. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBGallardo Report post Posted May 11, 2009 With the right equipment I think anyway could be considered a 'pro' photographer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rawr Report post Posted May 11, 2009 Great camera, looking forward to more pics. could you do me a favor and make a video with it, then put it up, would love to see the quality. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camel Toe Juice Report post Posted May 11, 2009 I have the Canon 40d now, obviously the 5d is full frame I am curious to fee if is it worth the upgrade costs? I can get a point and shoot camera that can shoot in HD vid for a few hundred dollars. But overall speaking, for a non professional is it worth the upgrade to the full frame? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ab Report post Posted May 11, 2009 I will see about doing a small HD video. Don't expect academy award winning stuff though... I was going to look at the Nikon d700 since many say it's a better camera, but I say now..no way! I played with a Nikon D700 and "my" opinion is that the canon is much better. As far as the upgrade...I think it would be worth it, but I am very picky about my cameras. I was going to get the Canon 1DS, but the Canon 5D I think has a better sensor and for alot less than the 1Ds. (1Ds is about $7K for the body only. I paid near $5k for the camera, flash, two lenses. The pictures I posted don't do justice at all. Having an HD monitor also makes a huge difference too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assman Report post Posted May 11, 2009 nice. That body is my next purchase once I have a chance to learn a little more about photography. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
intence Report post Posted May 11, 2009 the HD video feature is incredible Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Livre Report post Posted May 11, 2009 I'm thinking of getting one of these. So far I'm amazed at how good this camera is. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
enginyr Report post Posted May 11, 2009 I have the 5D and the 5D Mk II is in transit and let me tell you the switch from crop to full frame is a no brainer. All the lenses in the Canon line up are designed for full frame (except the efs lenses) and the high ISO is ridiculous. I have a wedding coming up in 2 weeks, then my 5D will be up for sale :-) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DickSimmons Report post Posted May 11, 2009 I picked up a 5D Mark II a couple months ago as well. I'm very happy with it. As for HD video, I haven't really bothered to shoot any, but what's cool about it is that you have access to all the lenses that you do for photography. You'll be able to get all those excellent lens properties captured in HD, whether it's from a fast 50mm with great DOF, or a 200mm zoom. Just swap the lens for whatever you want to shoot. One quick thing to add. A lot of good photography comes down to the lens and the user. The 5D didn't exists 10 years ago, but people were still taking amazing photos. Think about it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambo91 Report post Posted May 11, 2009 If only i had the money..that thing is soooo expensive..lol for now..i'll just have to stick to my old 400D with kit lens.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragvorl Report post Posted May 11, 2009 The black cat is nice. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camel Toe Juice Report post Posted May 11, 2009 They are going for $3500 now, how long does it take for Canon to drop the prices on their new cameras (6 months)? If ever on this paticular model? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ab Report post Posted May 11, 2009 Prices haven't dropped much. Becareful of those grey market cameras. I could of got one for $800 less, but you never know what you are going to get. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
amp3188 Report post Posted May 11, 2009 You've got some nice glass with that body. Congrats on the new toy, the photos look great. I shoot Nikons, but I'm one of those handful of people that still hangs onto film. I only shoot a D40 for digital and its like the Camry of digital cameras. I'll eventually buck up for a full frame digital, but for that price I could convert my basement into my own personal darkroom instead of having to use a campus's darkroom... hehe. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
intence Report post Posted May 11, 2009 You've got some nice glass with that body. Congrats on the new toy, the photos look great. I shoot Nikons, but I'm one of those handful of people that still hangs onto film. I only shoot a D40 for digital and its like the Camry of digital cameras. I'll eventually buck up for a full frame digital, but for that price I could convert my basement into my own personal darkroom instead of having to use a campus's darkroom... hehe. Wtf I thought it was 2600$ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
amp3188 Report post Posted May 11, 2009 Wtf I thought it was 2600$ If your talking about the 5D, it is. A Nikon D40 is around 400 bucks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
enginyr Report post Posted May 11, 2009 They are going for $3500 now, how long does it take for Canon to drop the prices on their new cameras (6 months)? If ever on this paticular model? They retail for $2,700 and sell on ebay for around $2,500 now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ab Report post Posted May 11, 2009 They retail for $2,700 and sell on ebay for around $2,500 now. That is for the body only. Ones that are selling for less are sold by people who maybe selling refurbs or grey market cameras. Some may claim a USA warranty, but it's not. I paid a little more to have peace of mind of who i am getting it from and it being legit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DickSimmons Report post Posted May 12, 2009 3500 for the kit. 2600 for the body only. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.Wiggs Report post Posted May 12, 2009 I went from the old 5D to the 1Ds Mark III and am very happy. Canon truly is the best DSLR out there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camel Toe Juice Report post Posted July 22, 2009 Picked up the 5d Mark II last week, unbelievable camera! Cant even compare to my old Canon 40d. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
enginyr Report post Posted July 22, 2009 I went from the old 5D to the 1Ds Mark III and am very happy. Canon truly is the best DSLR out there. I'd love to get my hands on some hasselblad. I've got the 5d2 because of the HD video. I would still like to try the 1ds3 or nikon d3x. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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