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1.I think the perfect 5d has also a weaknesses,that is the build-up quality, which is really a shame for users(especially in compare with my Eos 1V produced years before 5d).Not sealed well on the body,dust is easy to be absorbed in and stuck on CMOS.
2.The clean-CMOS function is also a pity to be reduced.
3.Mirror is sometimes falling on occasion.I just heard.
4.If you force me to tell you more about the weaknesses of it I will say the ISO is abit low when compare with the new generation of EOS 1dIv or 5DII, But I am used to use film SLR and ISO is usually less than 400. so I think a good tripod is much more usefully than high ISO used, and the same time fine and smooth pictures is more important to me than noisy dark place shot.

EOS 5D is so far the most successful FFDSLR in all Canon selections.I fall in love with it years ago and married with it immediately.I found the FF giant is not only a king of picture quality,which fully satisfied me ,but also the price is even the more lovely.
1. FF Cmos combine with L=series lens helps me to shot very fine and detailed pictures, both landscape and people.
2.I am not really like the Video shooting function on DSLR ,It`s like monster.I like to be concentrate in shooting pictures so EOS5D is a perfect weapon for my photography not videography.Video shooting is far beyond a serious photographers requirement.
3.Focusing is good enough if you know the trap-shooting. and when 5d adapt with some white lens which is pretty cool, because of the size of the Body is very masculine.

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Eos 1V
Eos Rebel

Bright viewfinder
Fast & accurate AF
Good color dynamics
Noise control and suppression @ high ISO (3200)
Good overall grip
Almost solid feel

Multi-selection joystick is numb
Additional weight for vertical grip (bad if you carry 2 bodies in gears)
Slightly slow Frame speed
Easy to pick up dust (even for the most careful user)

This is the best affordable camera you can find, irregardless full-frame or not. Low light capability is awesome with noise very well controlled and suppressed. Photos taken @ H (3200) is good enough to use directly without the need to enhance further.

Grip on this camera could have been slightly larger but its still good without vertical grip. However, I would choose to have vertical grip if budget and weight were no an issue when packing my full gear out.

The viewfinder is the best (mainly because its Fullframe)... or at least, sense of nostalgia - Reminds you how bright viewfinder can be. Its bright, and clear.

Color dynamics and sharpness is exception for a 3 yr old guy. It can still probably beat the 50D despite of a slower 2nd Gen Digic processor and sensor technology.

AF speed is just awesome compared to the 40D & 50D. Probably that's the extra price to pay for to get additional 6-invisible assist AF point. I get virtually 95% sharp pictures using the center AF point while using AF Servo. Its something I can't live without.

However, the frame speed is slightly slow consider I've been using a Rebel XT/350D with similar frame speed. It could have been faster when it 1st designed. But then now there's a choice of 5DMk2 that comes with close to 4fps. It helps to capture crucial moments better.

The multiselection joy stick could give a little more feel esp that I set it to AF selection function. Some times I just don't get a sense of getting my AF point to the diagonal corner points. But it surely is better than scrolling thru each point using the AF Selection button.

Having to use the 350D/Rebel XT for slightly more than 3 yrs, I only have 2 incidents of dust problem. But the 5D is like many said, dust collector. I had this only for 1 week, I had dust on the sensor. Seemingly the opening is so big that smaller speck of dust could sneak in so easily during lens change or what. (even tho this camera when bought is 95% clean and mint feel)

Overall, this is a great camera with awesome image quality and performance with just a slight hint of weakness.

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40D
10D

FF, every lens and zoom seems to fall in place. The 24-105 for example is so wide, even in comparison with the 1.3 factor Mark II. That's the main reasing to buy it.
Increadeble clear and big viewfinder, a big joy.
Nice size, the grip not so nice as the bigger EOS1. That's the price you pay.
Much simpler menu then the EOS 1, not so good as the 40D, wich is simple more modern.
C mode, wich can be nice.

Three years old.
No 2 sec selftimer, I miss that very much.
No indication of iso in the viewfinder
No dust removal.

I own a EOS1 Mark II, wich I bought before the 5D was availble. Still a very fine camera, I wanted a good second camera. This year I bought the 40D, also a very fine camera, but I hate the crop factor of it. Nothing seems to fit and I simply refuse to buy EF-S lenses. The 5D always appeals to me, for the FF. But bying a three years old digital camera? In a impuls I just went out and bought it, maybe the last person to buy it. I own it so shortly that I can not really tell the quality in comparison with more modern models, but it seems to be very fine.

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10D (not using it anymore)
Eos 1 Mark II
40D

Uses hundreds of Canon lenses.
Thousands of settings for any situation.
Able to hold a focus point, move the camera and take the shot.
Quick and easy editing software.
Easy to clean.

Relatively heavy.
Needs frequent cleaning.
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The Canon 5D is my second Canon DSLR. Having purchased a used Canon Rebel 6mp as the first. The 6mp is great for 8x10 prints, but I wanted a camera for 16x20 or larger. I have really enjoyed both of these cameras. I carry the 5D into the backcountry of Idaho strapped around my neck or in my back pack. So far its held up very well to all the bouncing around its been subjected to. The original purchase was a package deal including the 24-105mm Canon zoom lens with lens stabilizer. I use this lens almost exclusively. I've taken over 3000 pics so far with no problems. The 2G memory card allows over 300 shots in JPEG. The battery will hold up easily through an entire card shooting. Batteries and cards are the same for the 5D and the Rebel. Thousands of options are available in the 5D to cover every possible shooting situation. The software included with the package is a very easy and quick way to make simple editing adjustments. To see some of these images please visit my website at www.backcountryphoto.net.

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HP and Nikon fixed lens Digitals

Good build and size, good price for a quality camera with a Full Frame Sensor, comfortable and easy to use, excellent image quality at practically all ISO, good low light performance

No dust removal system built in (although i have not had much of a problem with dust and have not needed to clean the sensor yet) no built in flash.

This was the DSLR that i had always had my eye on, but at the time made the step from film to digital, this camer was still in the 3,000 price range. so, at the time I went for the Rebel XTi that had just come out. The XTI was a very good camera for the money, but it still did not feel right to me. small in size, cropped sensor (smaller than 35mm film) and very small and dim veiwfinder.
I finally purchased the 5D went it came down to nearly 2000.00 It was like a breathe of fresh air. the camera is large, but not a monstrosity so it has a good substantial feel to it and yet does not kill your arms by carrying it around all day. The full frame sensor not only gives me great image quality but works very well in low light conditions. My lenses are now back to their intended sizes. It is a pleasure to have my wide angles again without having to purchase fisheye lens just to give me a wide angle. The viewfinder is large and easy to see through and this camera also has available different screens that can be placed in the viewfinder to make focusing even easier depending on your specific applications. i find that the screen that is in the camera is adequate for me, but i am considering trying another that is supposed to work even better when manually focusing often.
The controls are arranged in a logical and easy to use manner with many different user specified options available in the vast array of custom Functions settings. The only problem here as with all Canon cameras that I know of is the Mirror Lock-up option is also buried in the Custom functions. It would make more sense to have that option as a separate button that could be turned on and off without having to go into the menus.
The ISO range is 100-1600 but can be expanded to 50-3200. I have used 3200 and was very happy with the quality of the images. there was definetly noise but the noise was very fine and yet the images still retained alot of great tonal range and sharpness. There doe not seem to be much color noise in shadow areas which is very good. I would not hesitate to use ISO 3200 when i needed the extra speed. I have not used ISO 50 but I read something on Canons website that stated ISO 50 will not actually achieve any better image quality than ISO 100, but will actually hurt the dynamic Range in the light areas. So, basically ISO 50 would be for when you absolutley needed a slower shutter speed and there was no other option in achieviing it.
The Canon 5D does not have a built in flash, nor does it have a dust removal system built in. the body is very strong and built well but is not a "pro" body and does not have very good weather sealing. i guess some of these things that would be a drawback are there to help keep the cost down of this full frame sensor camera. Still and yet, a very good build with a shutter that is rated at 100,000 shots. This is a very good shutter indeed.
I would not recommend this camera for someone who is shooting Sports most of the time as the FPS is relatively slow (3FPS) It is however an excellent camera for Fine Art, Landscape, Portrait, Night photography, and I had pretty good success with it for a Dance Theater Performance shooting at 1600 and 3200 ISO.

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Well built, Full Frame sensor, Excellent resolution and with the L series lenses poster size images from cropped photos.

None. It just works as it is made to.

After using film for 0ver 30 years I took the plunge and bought a 20D and have enjoyed it for several years but felt that it was lacking since it wasn't a full frame. I bought the 5D and found out that I was right. the 5D is fabulous. I get to use my wide angle lenses as they were intended and the 12.8MP is far and away better in image quality to the 20D and I have made many 24 x 36 images from the images from it. Now however I can crop and still print those same sizes. I would recommend either camer to others as they are both excellent but if you can afford the FF camera by all means go for it. You won't be disappointed

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Canon lens availability.

Plastic feeling, grip too small. The screen on top of the camera is very fragile - I scratched it with a lens cap.

Overall I preferred the feel of my Fuji S1Pro better out of the box and it took more pleasing pictures.

Controls are difficult to master.

I had to add the vertical grip to get the feel that I like.

It is a good camera. Faithful color, light, relatively easy to use. Image quality is good.

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Formerly a Fujifilm S1 Pro (the 5d is the replacement due to theft).

1. Full-frame sensor.
2. 12.8 MPx.
3. 2.5" wide LCD.
4. Lightweight.
5. Value for money.

1. No LCD cover.
2. Too short rubberized battery grip.

My first Canon...!

It's a simple and lightweight camera combining a 12.8-megapixel and full-frame sensor with a competent midsize DSLR body for less than half the price of its big brother, Canon EOS 1Ds Mark II.

Worth the money...!

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Resolution, size, weight, noise levels are all the industry standard as far as I'm concerned. The camera just takes great pictures, and once you learn the camera, you'll be very comfortable knowing you are getting professional results for a great price. There is nothing that offers significantly better image quality with a similar workflow. Oh yeah, focusing screens!!!!

Why on earth they didn't weather seal thie camera is beyond me. I would have gladly paid an extra $300-500 just for that. Also the white balance is a joke compared to the 20D. In artificial light, I took side by side pictures with the 20D, and it was laughable how much better the 20D performed. With the 20D and strobes, I could leave the white balance on auto, on the 5D I had to set white balance manually it was so bad. I shoot RAW and adjust later, but still it's annoying.

The only other random oddity is that the mirror is oversized. This is a problem for using adapters to get other lenses on this camera. Since I consider this camera an industry standard, I really wanted to try it with Leica or Zeiss lenses, however many lenses won't work because the mirror will hit the back element.

The bang for your buck of any digital camera if you like wide angle or like prime lenses. The resolution is great, the colors are great, the noise levels are great. The camera is very easy to use, a great size and weight for a full frame. If only they weather sealed this camera, I think it would be perfect.

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20D, D70

1. Full frame sensor DSLR.
2. 12.8 MP.
3. Stainless Steel Chassis.
4. A 2.5" wide LCD.
5. ISO range.
6. Bright Veiwfinder.
7. Multiple focus points and the provision to choose a focus point.

1. No ISO display - a major flaw.
2. LCD screen cannot be covered - I've fixed a 'Scratch Guard' over it.
3. The Direct Print button should have been for 'Mirror Lock Up'.
4. Should have been weatherproof considering it's price.

I have reposted this review as the earlier one was done without registering myself on this site. This one is after I've registered.

The past 15 years I've been a Nikon loyalist, using practically most of their SLRs, lenses and accessories, and being a strong advocate of film based SLRs. The past one year has been quite literally a tumultuous period as I was in a dilemma on whether to buy a digital SLR or not. Then after taking a decision to go ahead and purchase one, the issue of APS-C sensor size and the crop factor came up - an issue which did not find favour with me. And to top it, Nikon did not manufacture a full frame sensor DSLR.

I was aware that Canon had 2 DSLRs in its stable – the 1Ds and the 5D; but could I switch over to Canon, after having used Nikon products all these years and also considering the cost of a Canon full frame sensor DSLR? Not an easy proposition, but a decision had to be taken - a final decision! And after checking out all the review sites and finding very favourable reviews, I focused on the Canon EOS 5D. The 1Ds was out of favour, considering its high cost; the 5D too was not exactly within my reach; but my mind and heart vouched for it. And now I am an advocate for Canon's 5D.

I bought the Canon 5D from J. K. Agencies – Pune as Canon India gives an additional 1 year warranty and a host of other freebies. I've also picked Canon's 580 EX II Speedlite which has just been launched and have coupled a Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di Macro Lens, till I can afford Canon’s EF lenses.

To cut a long story short, I emphasize that I have taken the right decision in buying the 5D and in the 9 days that I have the 5D, I've noticed the huge potential in this DSLR, minus a few missing essentials. Some have complained that a built in flash is missing. A built in flash for this DSLR? Who ever needs a built in flash can opt for the less professional DSLR. I for one do not need it. What I did miss were the main command & sub command dials that exist on Nikon SLRs.

As I use the 5D, I will update my review. Have given 4 stars for value considering the weaknesses I've listed belowand 4 stars for overall.

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