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I've had my 5dII since it first came out and have been eagerly awaiting this upgrade.
I was set on the 1dx because I was skeptical of Canon giving advanced 61pt AF to the usually high megapixel 5d............. but with these rumored specs, it's going to be tough to spend all that money on a 1dx
I was set on the 1dx because I was skeptical of Canon giving advanced 61pt AF to the usually high megapixel 5d............. but with these rumored specs, it's going to be tough to spend all that money on a 1dx
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if the 5D Mark III were to be EXACTLY like the 5D Mark II, but with more [selectable] cross-type AF points (any useful amount more, 5 more, 7 more, 9 more, 13 more, whatever), 100% viewfinder, and 6.0 or more FPS ... I'll be upgrading. and, my feeling is, it will have at least those things and maybe one or two more. so I'm looking forward to being a satisfied customer.
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I own a 5D Mark II and a 7D. I'm really interested in the Mark III since it seems to incorporate features from both the Mark II and 7D in that it' a [relatively] high fps, good autofocus, and a full frame sensor...although it might not be an official merge because 7D shooters probably like the extra reach of the crop sensor and also wouldn't want to sacrifice the 2.5 fps. That being said, I probably won't upgrade immediately because for my work, it's more convenient to have two bodies with separate lenses on than to have just one body and switch lenses...and at the price of $3500, I'd probably have to sell both my cameras to afford this!
The specs look really great though and when I do save up enough, I definitely would like to buy this. I don't understand why there's been so much criticism of the 1DX, and now 5D III, specs because they focus more on ISO than megapixels. Reading this site for years, it seems like the majority of people wanted Canon to focus less on megapixels, and more on ISO and DR...people would often dismiss the 'megapixel myth' and slam marketing departments from selling megapixels instead of focusing more on issues that more directly affect everyday usability (like AF and ISO). I understand some people - like those who do studio work, or wildlife - need many megapixels, but I think many shooters that visit this site (wedding photographers, photojournalists) prefer to be able to pull off a handheld shot in natural light at a higher ISO than to have to rely on a tripod or external flash. Besides, I don't think 20 megapixels is that low ;-)
This is definitely something I'd like to be able to upgrade to...the fact I'm going to hold off is more a reflection of my finances than a lack of enthusiasm!
The specs look really great though and when I do save up enough, I definitely would like to buy this. I don't understand why there's been so much criticism of the 1DX, and now 5D III, specs because they focus more on ISO than megapixels. Reading this site for years, it seems like the majority of people wanted Canon to focus less on megapixels, and more on ISO and DR...people would often dismiss the 'megapixel myth' and slam marketing departments from selling megapixels instead of focusing more on issues that more directly affect everyday usability (like AF and ISO). I understand some people - like those who do studio work, or wildlife - need many megapixels, but I think many shooters that visit this site (wedding photographers, photojournalists) prefer to be able to pull off a handheld shot in natural light at a higher ISO than to have to rely on a tripod or external flash. Besides, I don't think 20 megapixels is that low ;-)
This is definitely something I'd like to be able to upgrade to...the fact I'm going to hold off is more a reflection of my finances than a lack of enthusiasm!
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RedEye said:justsomedude said:Just got on a pre-order list... I'm definitely upgrading!!
Where do you get a preorder list?
I don't "officially" have a preorder submitted - but on a whim I called my local camera shop and asked if I could preorder the 5DmkIII. They said they couldn't officially take any orders until tomorrow, but the guy offered to call me as soon as they open to get my order in. Works for me!
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If these specs turn out to be as straight forward as it appears then I'll keep using my 5DII and see no immediate need to add a spare. If time comes the 5DIII would make a good replacement at that point. Unless I win the lottery of course - but then I'd switch to Leica anyway I guess.
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