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Canon - EOS 5D Mark II Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) - Black
Average customer rating
4.5
(383 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 383 reviews
5 Stars
253
4 Stars
87
3 Stars
24
2 Stars
8
1 Star
11
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Customer Reviews for Canon - EOS 5D Mark II Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) - Black
Customer Rating
4
A Strong Purchase, but NOT Perfect
on April 11, 2010
Posted by: Photogal
from Chicago, IL
I have owned this for almost two weeks. Most features worked as expected. However, I am frustrated with the way focusing works. I expected to be able to move the focus point while still being able to see through the viewfinder. I can't. I have to switch to Live View and use the rear viewfinder.
Also, I now just this morning suddenly have tiny black dots that appear on a white background (lit table). I am running 2.0.4., so it didn't fix the issue in my opinion. I did not see these until I began shooting through a lit table (shooting jewelry).
And yes the camera is a little too slow (3.9) - which I expected due to reviews.
Overall the camera is capable of great photos, but there are some issues for sure. I am slightly disappointed after spending so much money. I expected 5 star performance across the board. Certainly didn't expect the focusing issues when you want to focus on something other than what is in the center of the photo. I wanted to be able to move the 9 pts. anywhere on the screen. Again, I can do this only in Live View and changing some of the custom settings. A pain.
Pros: good battery life, Quick Start-up time, Superior build quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu
Cons: Shaky operation, Missing features/settings, Complicated controls/menu
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
4
Why is Auto ISO fixed at 400 in Manual mode?
on January 7, 2009
Posted by: mdj
from Montclair, NJ
So good so far, I only just got my 5DMK2, however why in the world is the Auto ISO setting fixed at ISO 400 in Manual mode? It completely destroys the usefulness of having an Auto ISO setting for those who primarily shoot Manual (like myself). The Auto ISO setting was one of the things I was really excited about. And now it's just a disappointment. Canon should fix this through firmware upgrades.
Pros: excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, easy to use
Cons: Missing features/settings
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
5
Awesome
on September 7, 2009
Posted by: Denden
from Upper Texas Coast
I pre-ordered my 5D-MarkII. and received it in Nov. '09. With a camera this nice it is only reasonable to use L- lenses. I am continuely amazed at the quality of the photos I bring every time go out shooting.
The photos are so real looking it is like out the window and seeing in real life. That is the only way I know how to explain the quality.
I don't use the video much, but have had fun with it hoping I may learn about developing and using them later.
The photos are so real looking it is like out the window and seeing in real life. That is the only way I know how to explain the quality.
I don't use the video much, but have had fun with it hoping I may learn about developing and using them later.
Pros: excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, quiet, Solid Operation, easy to use, good battery life
Cons: fps is slow for wildlife.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
4
Almost there...
on March 6, 2009
Posted by: PleaseAdd24p
from Chicago
I bought the 5D Mark II partially for the video features... I don't regret it, but I wouldn't recommend it, either. Until Canon adds 24p and full manual control over shutter, aperture and ISO to the video mode, it's not really usable as a video camera. Hopefully these fixes are coming in a firmware update.
The other bummer is that the Auto ISO mode for stills gives you no control. It would be great to be able to set your own maximum ISO, and set your own maximum aperture and/or shutter speed, depending on whether you're in Av, Tv or full auto.
Outside of those very obvious omissions, it's a great camera. It really does deliver in low light, and the resolution is astounding.
Pros: Superior build quality, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Solid Operation, easy to use
Cons: Missing features/settings, no 24p, no manual control in video, no control over auto iso
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
4
Good camera, but quality video
on April 20, 2009
Posted by: Vladimir
from Staten Island, NY ...
I'v got this camera just 2 month ago, and This camera has excellent image quality, but I'd like to have M-A-N-U-A-L___C-O-N-T-R-O-L during VIDEO!!!
Pros: excellent image quality, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, easy to use
Cons: Short battery life
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
5
on March 7, 2010
Posted by: Ravito
from S. california
My son was getting married and I want to shoot his wedding. My last 10 mega pixel camera took the worst pictures with flash. I just finished shooting my son's wedding and with the Canon 430 EX flash in auto mode and every one of my pictures came out absolutely perfect. I thought I spend a lot of money for this camera but I am so pleased and it is worth the money. I hope I never have to buy another camera. The lens i used is the standard lens that came with it- 25-105MM.
Pros: good battery life, Nice features/settings, Quick Start-up time, excellent image quality, Superior build quality, Bright LCD
Cons: Heavy/Bulky
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
5
Best camera I have ever owned
on December 19, 2008
Posted by: DWY
I am a pro-sumer, meaning that I do some work for pay but mostly for my own enjoyment. This camera meets all my needs, whether for a wedding, birthday or the kids. Portraits are superb (because of 14 bit tonal depth and using pro lenses). Detail is clear and margins are at 21 MP size, meaning they are utterly sharp. I also shoot miniatures and this camera is ideal for that use.
Pros: Superior build quality, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, quiet, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, easy to use, Lightweight/Portable, good battery life
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding Camera
on December 6, 2009
Posted by: photorlt
from SC
I've been a Canon fan for 30 years and this is the finest Canon camera I have owned
Pros: excellent image quality, Superior build quality, Bright LCD, Solid Operation, Simple controls/menu, easy to use
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com