Rating 4.5 99 reviews

A newer model Canon EOS 5D Mark IV + 24-105/4 L IS was released in August 2016.

Manufacturer: Canon
price $2,899.00
Lens configurations
CNET
14 years ago

Canon EOS 5D Mark III review Review

These results really do speak for themselves. The 5D Mark III consistently captured sharp, well-exposed shots throughout my tests. The auto-focus subsystem was sharp, and with 61 points, it was easy to get exactly the shot I was after.
Pros:
  • Image quality
  • Build
  • Movie clarity
  • Improvements over predecessor
Cons:
  • None
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memoryexpress.com
14 years ago

Excellent camera

Overall, there was really more useful improvements on this camera. Whether you are a new canon user or current fan and want to upgrade, this is it - you will not regret if you choose this unit. Hope this review helps a bit in your buying decision.
Pros:
  • This camera works better in higher ISOs and you really notice the difference from the previous model
  • specially if you are a current user like me of the 5D MKII I notice an improved focus performance when im shooting in video Some improvements came from the Canon 1DX model I love the rate button...
Cons:
  • There should be a swivel screen which is helpful if your shooting at lower angles
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CameraWorld.com
14 years ago

The best video DSLR so far

I only use the camera for video and were using a 7D for the last two years. <br /><br />The 5mk3 is the perfect update for 7D and 5d mk2, adds an even better ISO performance (which isan incredible difference compared to the 7D!!
Pros:
  • Easy To Use
  • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
  • Fast Shutter Speed
  • Good Image Quality
  • Good Image Stabilization
  • High ISO Performance
  • Large Clear LCD
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WolfCamera.com
14 years ago

The best video DSLR so far

I only use the camera for video and were using a 7D for the last two years. The 5mk3 is the perfect update for 7D and 5d mk2, adds an even better ISO performance (which isan incredible difference compared to the 7D!!), reduceded moire, 30min recording, manual audio + audio/headphone out....
Pros:
  • Easy To Use
  • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
  • Fast Shutter Speed
  • Good Image Quality
  • Good Image Stabilization
  • High ISO Performance
  • Large Clear LCD
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Bestbuy
13 years ago

BUY IT!

Way overpriced, but you do get what you pay for. For those of you who are turned off by the price, it is a full frame 35 mm DSLR, not a partial frame like most of the rest of the cameras out there.
Pros:
  • Everything
Cons:
  • Price
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J&R
13 years ago

Superb ISO Performance

The first thing I tested was the 61 points focusing system. Some said it is not any better than 7D 19 points focusing system, I would say that they are wrong! I own a 7D, and I did side by side test, 5D Mark III is certainly better and faster than 7D.
Pros:
  • Easy To Use
  • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
  • Fast Shutter Speed
  • Good Image Quality
  • High ISO Performance
  • Large Clear LCD
  • Quiet
  • Strong build
Cons:
  • No Build-in Flash Trigger
  • Poor focus in low light
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expertreviews.co.uk
13 years ago

Canon EOS 5D Mark III review

A photographic tour-de-force – if you can justify the cost it'll be hard to resist
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Abes of Maine
13 years ago

Amazing Camera

The black autofocus points problem is supposed to be fixed in a future firmware release, basically they flash black instead of red which is hard (impossible) to see in low light.
Pros:
  • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
  • High ISO Performance
  • Quiet
Cons:
  • Black Autofocus Points
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reviews.cnet.co.uk
13 years ago

Is the 5D Mk III really worth the extra £1k?
Pros:
  • higher AF points compared to the previous model
Cons:
  • Price
  • is it really worth it
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Vistek
13 years ago

Like many, my positive experience with the mark 3 so far is in part due to some of the shortfalls felt by cameras like the 5D mark 2 or the 7D. Both the 5D2 and the 7D had their shortfalls. I feel the 5D3 is much like a merger of the positive sides of both of these cameras.
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