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Review Summary
2010-04-07T21:00:00
I bought this after debating a used 5D. As I always shoot with a grip on the small bodies the size wasn't a concern. More pixels, better weather sealing, more AF points. I love full frame for my Landscape use and haven't yet missed the extra reach my XTi had. The controls are awkward compared to the MK III but at the prices these are going for you get a whole lot of camera for your money. Adorama rated it an E- but it was spotless. Buy a second battery but ensure it is a genuine Canon and new.
gordonb
2009-12-18T19:00:00
I use this camera every day!
Kevinphoto
High-sensitivity, high-resolution, large single-plate CMOS sensor
Image size: 36 x 24 mm (appx 1.4 x 1 in)
Effective pixels: Approx. 16.7 megapixels
Total pixels: Approx. 17.12 megapixels
Canon EF lens mount
2" TFT color LCD monitor
Pixels Approx. 230,000
Coverage 100% with respect to the effective pixels
Brightness control Five levels provided
Interface languages 12
Coverage: Approx. 100 percent vertically and horizontally with respect to the effective pixels
Magnification: 0.7x
Built-In Diopter
Viewfinder information: AF info (AF points, focus confirmation light), exposure info(shutter speed, aperture, manual exposure, spot metering circle, ISO speed, exposure level, exposure warning), flash info flash ready, FP flash, FE lock, flash exposure level), white balance correction, JPEG recording, number of remaining shots, memory card information
RGB primary colors
Low-pass filter Located in front of the image sensor, non-removable
3:2 Aspect ratio
TTL-AREA-SIR with a CMOS sensor
45 AF points (Area AF)
AF working range EV 0-18 (at ISO 100 at 20°C/68°F)
One-Shot AF (ONE SHOT)
AI Servo AF (AI SERVO)
Manual focusing (MF)
AF point selection Automatic selection, manual selection, home position (switch to registered AF point)
Selected AF point display Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD panel
AF-assist beam Emitted by the dedicated Speedlite
Equivalent to ISO 100-1600 (in 1/3-stop increments),ISO speed can be expanded toISO 50 and 3200
Auto, daylight, shade, overcast, tungsten light, fluorescent light, flash, custom, color temperature setting, personal white balance Total 10 settings)
Auto white balance: with the image sensor
Color temperature compensation: White balance bracketing: +/-3 stops in full-stop increments White balance correction: +/-9 stops in full-stop increments *Blue/amber bias or magenta/green bias possible
Exposure control systems Program AE (shiftable), shutter-priority AE, aperture-priority AE, E-TTL II autoflash, manual, flash metered manual
21-zone TTL full aperture metering (1) Evaluative metering (linkable to any AF point) (2) Partial metering (approx. 8.5% of viewfinder at center) (3) Spot metering Center spot metering (approx. 2.4% of viewfinder at center) AF point-linked spot metering (approx. 2.4% of viewfinder) Multi-spot metering (Max. 8 spot metering entries) (4) Centerweighted average metering
Auto exposure bracketing (AEB): +/- 3 stops in 1/3 stop increments
1) Shutter speed or aperture (2) ISO speed Manual: +/- 3 stops in 1/3 stop increments (can be combined with AEB)
Electronic shutter with the CCD sensor and vertical-travel, local-plane shutter with all speeds electronically-controlled
Shutter release; Soft-touch electromagnetic release
1/8,000 to 30 sec. (1/3 stop increments), bulb, X-synch at 1/250th sec.
Quick-return half mirror (Transmission: reflection ratio of 37:63, no mirror cut-off with EF 1200mm f/5.6 or shorter lens)
-3.0 - +1.0 diopter
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Speedlite EX series E-TTL autoflash
PC terminal Provided; operates regardless of sync polarity
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IEEE1394 for personal computers) USB for direct printing Video output (NTSC/PAL)
Processing parameters: Standard parameters plus up to three custom processing parameters can be set
Color Matrix: Five standard types plus two types that can be registered with color matrix
Backup image recording Enabled (Same image recordable on CF card and SD memory card)
Drive modes:Single/Continuous
Continuous shooting speed Approx. 4 shots/sec.
Max. burst during continuous shooting JPEG: Approx. 32 shots (Large, JPEG 8) RAW: Approx. 11 shots
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built-in microphone WAV file Max. 30 sec. per recording to image
Dual Memory Card Slots CF and SD
(1) L (Large): Approx. 5.5 MB (4992 x 3328 pixels) (2) M1 (Medium1): Approx. 3.2 MB (3600 x 2400 pixels) (3) M2 (Medium2): Approx. 2.6 MB (3072 x 2048 pixels) (4) S (Small): Approx. 1.9 MB (2496 x 1664 pixels) (5) RAW: Approx. 14.6 MB (4992 x 3328 pixels) * JPEG quality: 8 * Exact file sizes
Recording format: Design rule for Camera File System 2.0: JPEG and RAW
Image format JPEG, RAW (12bit)
RAW+JPEG simultaneous recording Provided
10-sec. or 2-sec. Delay
Remote switch N3-type terminal provided
Enabled with depth-of-field preview button
Eyepiece shutter Built-in
One Ni-MH Pack NP-E3 *AC power can be supplied via the AC adapter and DC coupler
backup One CR2025 lithium battery
Power saving Provided. Power turns off after 1, 2, 4, 8, 15, or 30 min.
Number of shots At 20°C/68°F: Approx. 1200 At 0°C/32°F: Approx. 800 * The above figures apply when a fully-charged Ni-MHPack NP-E3 is used.
156 x 157.6 x 79.9 mm / 6.1 x 6.2 x 3.1 in.
1215 g / 42.9 oz. (body only. battery: 335 g / 11.8 oz. )
Windows 98 SE, 2000, ME, XP; Mac OS 8.6-9.x
20 Custom Functions with 65 settings and 27 Personal Functions


The Mark Of Ascendancy, Canon EOS IDS Mark II...
16.7 Megapixel 35mm full-size CMOS Sensor: Originally developed by Canon, this new super-high resolution CMOS sensor features a record-breaking 16.7 million effective pixels. The same size as 35mm film (36 x 24mm), it also brings out the full potential of Canon's professional EF lenses. From smooth gradations & wide ISO speed range to effective suppression of noise & false colors, this sensor meets the highest expectations of the most demanding professionals.
High Speed High Quality Digic II Imaging Engine: DIGIC II processes the massive data generated by the extra-large 16.7-megapixel imaging sensor at extremely high speed, resulting in high-precision images, natural color reproduction & highly responsive user-friendly operation.
Approximatly 4-FPS Continuous Shoting , for up-to 32 Shots: The accelerated image processing of DIGIC II combines with high-speed data reading from the imaging sensor to achieve fast continuous shooting at approx. 4frames per second for maximum bursts of 32 shots in JPEG Large (11 shots in RAW).
Remarkably Responsive Performance: The EOS-1Ds Mark II is ready to shoot just 0.3 seconds after turning on its power. More shots can also be taken in less time, thanks to a short shutter-release time lag, faster data writing to media, and a viewfinder blackout time of approximately 87 ms at 1/60 or faster shutter speeds. With the new EOS-1Ds Mark II, you'll be ready whenever shutter opportunities arise.
Refined Basic Functionality: Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II inherits a number of leading features from its EOS digital predecessors, including E-TTL II autoflash, an RGB histogram display, dual card slots (CF Card and SD Memory Card) & a 230,000-pixel high-precision LCD monitor. It also offers an ISO speed range of 100 to 1600 with selectable 50 & 3200 settings via extension menu.
Designed for Profesionals: The EOS-1Ds Mark II is based on the highly acclaimed EOS-1Ds, but satisfies the higher demands of today's professionals. Viewfinder coverage is 100%, since the effective area of its CMOS sensor is the same as 35mm film, & wide-angle lenses can be used in exactly the same way as on 35mm cameras. Simultaneous recording of RAW and JPEG image data, without any speed penalty, supports a highly efficient workflow. Moreover, shutter speeds range from 30 to 1/8000 sec., with an X-sync at 1/250 sec.
Durable Magnesium Alloy Body: The EOS-1Ds Mark II meets the demands of professional field photographers. Lightweight and highly rigid, its magnesium alloy chassis & external covers (top, front, rear & memory card slot covers) contribute to excellent durability and electromagnetic shielding. Moving parts are tightly sealed to ensure water and dust resistance on a par with the EOS-1Ds. And the exceptionally reliable performance includes a shutter durability of 200,000 cycles.
The Mark II is compatible with numerous advanced accessories.
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