Canon 5D Mark III Key Specifications

The Canon 5D Mark III.

Canon has just announced the long-awaited successor to the 5D Mark II: the 5D Mark III. In digital camera terms, the 5DII was getting quite old for a dSLR. Launched in 2008, the 5DII revolutionized photography by being the first camera to offer full HD video while continuing the tradition of high image quality at a reasonable price began with the original 5D in 2005.

Building on the success of the 5DII, Canon has offered improvements in many categories that are sure to make many current Canon shooters look to update and some non-users consider jumping ship.

In the following couple of days, expect some commentary. For now, if you want some in-depth analysis, go here.

Key specs:
Body: magnesium alloy, weather seals
Sensor: 22Mp FF
Aspect ratios: 3:2
Formats: RAW, JPEG
ISO: 100-104,800
AF Points: 61
AF assist lamp: no
Viewfinder: 100% coverage. 0.71x magnification
LCD: 3.2” 1,040,000 dot live view
Built-in flash: no
Shutter Speed: 1/8000-30 seconds, bulb
Continuous drive: 6 fps
Exposure Compensation: +/- 5 stops
AE Bracketing: +/- 3 stops (2, 3, 5, 7 frames at ½ or 1/3 EV steps)
WB settings: 6
WB Bracketing: yes, up to 3 frames
Video: 1080p full HD
Movie Formats: H.264
Microphone: mono
Speaker: mono
HDMI: Yes
Wireless: no
GPS: optional
Storage: Compactflash, SD
Weight: 2.09lbs (with battery)
Size: 5.98” x 4.57” x 2.99”
Price: $3499.99
Availability: Late March





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