The full frame EOS 5D Mark II combines outstanding resolution with up to 3.9 fps shooting and superlative high ISO performance. The addition of Full HD movie recording expands the boundaries of photography.
Features
21.1MP full frame CMOS sensor
DIGIC 4 processor
ISO range expandable to 25600
Full HD (1080 30fps) movie recording
High-res 3.0” VGA LCD with Live View
Up to 3.9fps JPEG shooting up to card capacity
9-point AF + 6 Assist AF points
Magnesium alloy body
Extend the boundaries of your photography.
21.1 Megapixel full frame CMOS sensor
For the ultimate in creative shooting the EOS 5D Mark II features a full frame CMOS sensor (36mm x 24mm). With no cropping or magnification effects enjoy a true wide angle experience through the large bright viewfinder. Redesigned pixels minimise noise while a 21.1 Megapixel resolution surpasses the standards demanded by the leading picture agencies.
DIGIC 4
Canon’s DIGIC 4 works with the EOS 5D Mark II’s image sensor to deliver outstanding reproduction of colours and subtle tonal gradations. DIGIC 4 also delivers split-second start-up times Face Detection AF in Live View mode and additional HD movie recording.
High ISO
For handheld shooting in low light the EOS 5D Mark II offers ISO speeds of up to 6400. For dark scenes where using flash is undesirable this can be expanded to an incredible ISO 25600.
Full HD movie recording
The EOS 5D Mark II complements outstanding still imaging capabilities with Full HD (1080) video recording. Users can even shoot video to memory card without losing the ability to capture still images. An HDMI connection allows High Definition playback of footage and images on an HDTV.
3.0” High Resolution LCD
The 3.0” Clear View LCD features 920000 dot resolution wide viewing angle and dual anti-reflective coatings – allowing ultra-detailed image review in a variety of conditions. Live View displays real-time images on the LCD offering three types of auto focus: Quick AF Live AF and Face Detection Live AF which locks onto faces detected in the frame.
Up to 3.9 frames per second
The EOS 5D Mark II offers continuous shooting at up to 3.9 frames per second. When shooting JPEGs to a UDMA card maximum burst is limited only by card capacity.
9-point AF + 6 Assist AF points
Precision auto focus is assured by Canon’s AF system which employs 9 selectable points and 6 Assist AF points.
EOS Integrated Cleaning System
Canon’s built-in dust prevention system offers three ways of guarding images against the effects of dust: reduction of internal dust generation; an in-camera sensor cleaning mechanism; and the ability to map stubborn dust spots for removal with Digital Photo Professional software (included).
Durable compact design
With a magnesium alloy construction environmental protection and shutter durability of 150000 releases the EOS 5D Mark II is equally suited to location or studio work.
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Megapixel | 21.1 |
| Type | Single Lens Kit |
| Lens system | EF |
| Lens Type | 24-105mm Lens |
| Colour of product | Black |
| Compatible memory cards | CF |
| ISO sensitivity | 100 - 6400 |
| LCD Screen Size | 3.0 |
| Display | TFT |
| Video capability | Yes |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Battery type | Lithium Ion |
| Processor model | DIGIC 4 |
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 |
| Operating temperature range (T-T) | 0 - 40 |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 2000 (SP4) / XP (SP2/SP3) / Vista Mac OS X v10.3-10.5 |
| Interface | USB 2.0 Hi Speed |
| PictBridge | Yes |
| Dimensions W x D x H | 152 x 75 x 113.5 mm |
| Weight | 810 g |
| Warranty | 1 years warranty |
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