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messplay
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$$ :-)
Feb 29 2012 6:52PM
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TijmenDal
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This isn't really thread-worthy is it? Besides, this isn't really new news...
Feb 29 2012 6:57PM
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eheath
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link? proof?

Who cares?

Predictions:
improved iso performance (about time)
720p60 (lol)
some HDR bullshit
1 million MP
some mid ranged frame rate for photos


no new audio functions, no 1080p60, no reasonable in camera "video" functions and it will cost 3500 dollars.


Well?
Feb 29 2012 6:58PM
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messplay
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sure it may not be thread worthy.

22MP
around $3.5
dual sd/cf slots
61pt AF
3.2" LCD


still waiting for audio, video, and whatnot which yes evan, may be only minor improvements and not worth the extra jump from the mkii which in most cases some will just hop on that with a new price drop (probably me)


Feb 29 2012 7:04PM
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1337
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excited to see what they do with it video wise. Am I ready for disappointment? yup! Do I still want one for the improved AF system and FPS for shooting sports? yeahkindasorta
Feb 29 2012 7:06PM
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eheath
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Why are all of you guys such gear whores? You can create a sick video with a t2i or a 5d, honestly on the internet you will never be able to tell the difference and then you'll have to buy at least a 300mm to do any kind of long lens work with a 5d... 200 on a 7d is barely long enough and thats 360mm on a 5d.
Feb 29 2012 7:07PM
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messplay
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K
Feb 29 2012 7:13PM
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family_vacation
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But fullframe is sooooo amaziiiinggg!
Feb 29 2012 7:19PM
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1337
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Feb 29 2012 7:37PM
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eheath
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Increased aliasing, increased moire, and razor thin DOF!!!
Feb 29 2012 7:47PM
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erikK
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chuckled


who cares about dslr's for filming anyway
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Feb 29 2012 7:48PM
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Balto
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which the majority of people like

evan, you seem to forget that 95% of people buying this camera will buy it for PHOTOS, not video. Every improvement they make will be well welcomed by photographers shooting current 5d's

depending on pricing/features/availability i might get one for school next year
Feb 29 2012 7:55PM
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[evan]
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Any price drops in the Mark II?
Feb 29 2012 7:59PM
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Balto
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substantial ones are quite a ways off. many people will still choose the mk2, as it will be somewhere around $1-1500 cheaper, and far more available for the first 6 or so months then the mk3. If anything i see them continuing production of the 5d2 as the lower cost(1900ish) alternative to the mk3
Feb 29 2012 8:03PM
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1337
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http://www.canonrumors.com/

most up to date info, for those waiting. Anyways, the camera will actually drop sometime tomorrow late-afternoon/night as it will be the 2nd in japan/singapore/hong kong/wherever they are dropping it.
Feb 29 2012 8:09PM
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Brock.
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lul
Feb 29 2012 8:10PM
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hollygrove
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http://www.canonrumors.com/2012/02/canon-rumors-phototips-live-launch-funtimes/

baaahahahha they're having a live broadcast of the announcement.

It's just a camera, they release a new version every year or so, not that exciting. Seriously though, how do you guys have the funds to have the mentality to "maybe pick one one up to replace my already virtually brand new camera that i only got 6 months ago?" Stick with a camera until you actually need a new one, not just cause there is a new one!
Feb 29 2012 9:59PM
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squibble
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no. i think he's right. you better be able to afford L glass if you plan on owning a full frame camera. last years model, just like last years skis, will do just fine
Feb 29 2012 11:55PM
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blatt
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I expect nothing worth while video-wise. Still waiting for 70d if I ever really wanna upgrade
Feb 29 2012 11:56PM
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Balto
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if you are buying a 3.5K camera, you can afford L glass

and keep in mind the 5d2 is 4 years old now
Mar 1 2012 12:10AM
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remster
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Yup, exactly the same for me as well. Looking like an August release hopefully???
Mar 1 2012 2:45AM
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1337
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Unsurpassed Image Quality
22.3 Megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor
DiG!C 5+ Image Processor
ISO 100-25600 (expandable to L:50 H1:51200, H2: 102400
Full HD Movie (ISO 100-12800 (H:25600)

High Performance Operation
61-point high-density reticular AF (up to 41 crosstype points)
6.0 fps for high continuous shooting
Intelligent viewfinder with approx. 100% coverage
3.2-type, approx.1.04m dot (3:2 wide) Clear View LCD II
iFCL metering with 63-zone dual-layer sensor
Shutter durability of 150,000 cycles

High end features
Silent & low vibration modes
Dual card slots (CF & SD)
High Dynamic Range (HDR) Mode
Multiple Exposures
Comparative Playback function
Improved durability & water and dust resistance

SPECIFICATIONS
Available Colours – Black
Megapixels – 22MP
Sensor Size – 36 x 24mm
ISO/Sensitivity – 100 – 25600
Autofocus Points – 61 points
Lens Mount – Canon
LCD Size – 3.2″
Liveview – Yes
Viewfinder – Optical TTL
Min Shutter Speed – 30 sec
Max Shutter Speed – 1/8000 sec
Continuous Shooting Speed – 6 fps
Self Timer – 10 sec, 2 sec
Metering – Centre-weighted, Spot, Evaluative, Partial
Video Resolution – Full HD 1080
Memory Type – Compact Flash
Connectivity – USB 2, HDMI, Mic Input, Wireless (optional)
Battery – LP-E6
Battery Type – Lithium-ion
Charger – Includes Li-Ion Charger
File Formats – AVI, RAW, H.264, MOV, MPEG-4
Dimensions – 152 x 116 x 76mm
Box Contents – Battery Pack LP-E6 .. Battery Charger LC-E6 .. AV Cable AVC-DC400ST .. Interface Cable IFC-200U .. Eyecup Eg .. Wide Strap EWEOS5DMKIII .. CR1616 Lithium Battery+
Mar 1 2012 8:56AM
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TijmenDal
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Nothing too exciting there. I'm curious as to how the IQ will be.
Mar 1 2012 9:44AM
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erikK
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hmm? am i wrong or could no dslr's shoot in anything other than MOV before
Mar 1 2012 11:16AM
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Balto
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if this is true, sign me the fuck up
Mar 1 2012 11:34AM
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McLeod
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you seem to forget that the 5d basically started the HDSLR video craze. Bypassing much needed video function improvements would be a huge mistake on Canon's part. Reverie anybody?.....
Mar 1 2012 11:52AM
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TijmenDal
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Canon is coming out with a dedicated DSLR for video - they don't want to kill the market for that camera by releasing a 5D mkIII with awesome video.

And @Balto, what's the 'silent and low vibration mode'? What's it referring to?
Mar 1 2012 3:17PM
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Holte
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For a $5500 price difference, this camera is going to have some fucking awesome video feature.
Mar 1 2012 6:33PM
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eheath
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? what is this camera you speak of? c300?
Mar 1 2012 6:44PM
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p.hawks
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they were working on a "cinema dslr." looked like a 1dx but possibly with a pl mount and many dedicated video functions
Mar 1 2012 6:52PM
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TijmenDal
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What P.hawks said. I'm surprised you didn't know about it.
Mar 1 2012 7:17PM
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eheath
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I know about that... but they havent released ANYTHING about it.. you guys act like its been announced and it really hasn't they just claimed it...
Mar 1 2012 7:20PM
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1337
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Looks like 30p max :(
Mar 1 2012 7:38PM
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Balto
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quiets and dampens the sound and vibrations the shutter makes when taking a picture. that way you can take shots in places where having the sound of your mirror slapping around in your camera would be a bad thing, and hand hold stuff at slower shutter speeds

leica does it in a cool method in the m9
Mar 1 2012 8:09PM
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Brock.
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Thats because the M9 is a rangefinder, they don't have mirrors.
Mar 1 2012 8:56PM
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zbphoto
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But it has to recock the shutter. Basically how it works is you can click the shutter, take a photo, and then it won't recock until you release your finger.
Mar 1 2012 8:58PM
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Holte
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Can't say much due to NDA, but I think Canon will be announcing (read: confirming) the specs at NAB. According to a couple DPs I know who have been testing it, now is the time to sell your C300.
Mar 1 2012 9:41PM
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1337
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you tease me so
Mar 1 2012 9:46PM
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eheath
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sell my c300? NEVER
Mar 1 2012 10:35PM
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1337
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lol the site canonrumors chose to live stream on just crashed, their servers can handle 10,000 people, and they exceeded it i guess hahaha.

Boy do I love camera releases!
Mar 1 2012 11:07PM
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eheath
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i didnt know 10k canon gear whores existed
Mar 1 2012 11:18PM
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1337
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http://usa.canon.com/cusa/professional/products/professional_cameras/digital_slr_cameras/eos_5d_mark_iii
Mar 2 2012 12:00AM
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[~_~]
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Yet another resounding "meh" from Canon.
Mar 2 2012 12:01AM
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eheath
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I mean, other than the 1mil MP i was spot on.
Mar 2 2012 12:12AM
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Jeff_Lo
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So your still stuck with 60fps at 720p...wow...hopefully there 4K DSLR actually brings something to the table.  Obviously it's not only for video but I'd stick with whatever DSLR I already had before buying this one.
Mar 2 2012 12:32AM
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1337
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while I won't be buying it unless my job requires me to, there are a few specs hidden in the details that i've been reading that make it better than some people are dissing it for:

AVCintra
Headphone Jack
Manual audio levels on screen and are adjustable during recording
14bit sampling (now samples every pixel vs line skipping)

But for $3500, its meh. Hopefully its DR in photos will be comparable to nikons.
Mar 2 2012 12:36AM
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zbphoto
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Dan Carr's Summary + Full Press Release:
http://dancarrphotography.com/blog/2012/03/01/the-canon-5d-mark-iii-is-finally-here/

Canon also released a bunch of new goodies including the new 600ex flashes:
http://dancarrphotography.com/blog/2012/03/01/canon-launches-new-600ex-flash/

For all you video kids hating this is a huge improvement for photo, there is finally an 'affordable' full frame camera that doesn't sacrifice the speed of the high end crop line (7d). This is a much more useful improvement that the D800. 5d3 is a perfect backup to a 1dx for a working professional and a great workhorse for a wedding/portrait/studio photographer.
Mar 2 2012 12:46AM
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erikK
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i have this in my 1000 dollar nikon body
Mar 2 2012 12:52AM
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[~_~]
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?? explain.
Mar 2 2012 12:53AM
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blatt
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I still find my t2i just as suitable for my video needs. Especially factoring that my body is almost $3k cheaper
Mar 2 2012 1:01AM
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1337
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"14-bit data is read from the new sensor array via an 8 channel link rather than the 4 channel system used by the EOS 5D MkII. That means that the data can be readout much faster with helps with both continuous still shooting and especially with video readout. With the EOS 5D MkII lines of data were skipped when reading the sensor for video shooting in order to obtain the necessary throughput. With the 5D MkIII every pixel is read, even when shooting 1080HD video at 30 frames/sec."

http://photo.net/equipment/canon/5D-MkIII/preview/
Mar 2 2012 9:32AM
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