Canon EOS 5D Mark II DSLR Camera

21 Megapixels21 MegapixelsSingle Lens ReflexSingle Lens ReflexHigh ISO: ISO 6400 or more is available at full-resolution.High ISO: ISO 6400 or more is available at full-resolution.Continuous DriveContinuous DriveFull 1080p HD Video: 1920 x 1080 resolution or more but less than 4K.Full 1080p HD Video: 1920 x 1080 resolution or more but less than 4K.Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.Hotshoe: Allows external flash units to be attached.Hotshoe: Allows external flash units to be attached.Spot MeteringSpot MeteringDepth-Of-Field Preview: Improve perception of DOF before shooting.Depth-Of-Field Preview: Improve perception of DOF before shooting.Live-View: Lets DSLR cameras use the rear LCD as an EVF.Live-View: Lets DSLR cameras use the rear LCD as an EVF.Weatherproof - Seals protect from dust, humidity and light splashing.Weatherproof - Seals protect from dust, humidity and light splashing.Accepts Compact Flash memory.Accepts Compact Flash memory.Discontinued: No longer produced by the manufacturer. May still be in stock or found used.Discontinued: No longer produced by the manufacturer. May still be in stock or found used.

Digital Camera Description

The Canon EOS 5D Mark II is a Semi-Professional DSLR with a Full-Frame sensor and a Canon EF lens mount. Its 21 Megapixels CMOS sensor offers an ISO 100-6400 sensitivity range which is expandable to ISO 50-25600. This makes it possible to shoot hand-held in very low-light. With 21 MP of resolution, sharp prints are possible up to 23" x 15" at 240 DPI.

This camera features a mechanic shutter that can expose for 1/8000 to 30s. Bulb exposures of an unspecified duration are possible with this camera. With a fastest shutter-speed of 1/8000, fast action can easily be frozen. Night photography is possible using this digital camera due to its long exposure capability. This camera model offers Full Manual Controls.

The Canon EOS 5D Mark II features a 9-point Phase-Detect AF system. Autofocus can continuously adjust according to subject distance. Manual Focus is also available.

Canon EOS 5D Mark II
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Dual controls-dials offer direct access to most exposure parameters which makes this digital camera suitable for advanced photographers. The weatherproof construction of this digital camera protects it against adverse weather, dust and moisture. Framing on the Canon EOS 5D Mark II is performed via a large reflex optical viewfinder with 0.71X magnification and 98% coverage.

Model Specifications

BrandCanon ModelEOS 5D Mark II
Sensor 21 Megapixels CMOS Sensor Size 36 x 24mm
Anti-Alias Filter Yes Sensor Aspect 3:2 Aspect-Ratio
Stabilization None Dust-ReductionYes
Sensitivity ISO 100 - 6400 *Expanded range: 50-25600 Shutter-Speed 1/8000 - 30s
Lens MountCanon EF MountCrop Factor1X
Filter DiameterN / A Focus System 9-point Phase-Detect *Center cross-type, 6 assist points. Focus micro-adjustments for up to 20 lenses.
Viewfinder Type Reflex OVF Viewfinder Size 0.71X - 98% Coverage
Display Attachment Fixed Display Size 920K Pixels 3" LCD 100% Coverage
Exposure ModesP, A, T, M, B Scene ModesNone
MeteringMulti-Segment, Center-Weighed, Partial, Spot Bracketing 3 Shots ±2 EV
Exposure Compensation ±2 EV, 1/3 or 1/2 EV Flash Compensation ±2 EV, 1/3 or 1/2 EV
White Balance Auto, Presets, Custom White Balance Tuning 2 Axis, 19 steps
Continuous Drive 3.9 FPS, 310 JPEG, 14 RAW Self Timer Yes *2s, 10s
Command Dials 2 DOF Preview Yes
Protection Weatherproof Dust Reduction Yes
Digital Level Tripod Mount Yes
Remote Trigger Infrared Eye-Start Sensor No
HDR No Orientation Sensor Yes
Interval Timer No Multiple Exposure No
Image Formats JPEG RAW Flash Ports Hot-Shoe Sync-Port
Built-In Flash No Flash Sync
Video Capture 1920x1080 @ 30 FPS 16:9 Sound Input Stereo
Video Format H.264 WiFi No
Memory Compact Flash GPS No
Battery Lithium-Ion Battery Life 850 *CIPA Standard
Introduced 2008-09-17, DiscontinuedYES Construction Standard
Size 152 x 115 x 76mm (W x H x D) Weight 810g

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Canon 5D Mark II Highlights

Canon EOS 5D Mark II
SLR digital camera

Sensor-Size: 36 x 24mm

Full-Frame Sensor

Actual size when viewed at 100 DPI

21 Megapixels DSLRISO 50-25600
Canon EF Mount
1X FLM
Shutter 1/8000-30s
98% Coverage
Large Viewfinder
Full manual controls, including Manual Focus
WeatherproofCustom white-balance with 2 axis fine-tuning
Built-in Dust ReductionSpot-Metering
3.9 FPS Drive, 310 ImagesHot-Shoe & Sync-Port
1920x1080 @ 30 FPS Video RecordingStereo audio input
3" LCD 920K PixelsLithium-Ion Battery
Compact Flash
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