Thursday, October 2, 2008

Canon EOS 5D Mark II preview

Canon EOS 5D Mark II preview
Today Canon made the EOS 5D Mark II official. The successor to the first 'affordable' full-frame DSLR now features a considerable boost in resolution from 12.8 to 21.1 Megapixels. This matches Canon's current flagship EOS 1Ds Mark III, but it's a brand new sensor which Canon claims delivers its best quality yet. The sensor supports 14-bit files, continuous shooting at 3.9fps and extended sensitivity up to 25,600 ISO. The viewfinder's been improved to 98% coverage, there's a 3in VGA screen, the 9-point AF system is complemented by 6 assist points, and there's even HD movie recording with sound at 1920x1080 pixels, all for an expected body-only price of $2699 USD. Unlike the original EOS 5D though the new model faces tough competition from Nikon and Sony. Find out all about the new features and how it compares to these rivals in our Canon EOS 5D Mark II preview.

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