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
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Amateur Photographer
14 years ago

Canon EOS 5D Mark III

The Canon EOS 5D Mark II is one of the most highly regarded DSLRs of all time, so the 22.3-million-pixel Mark III upgrade has a great deal to live up…
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CNET
14 years ago

Canon EOS 5D Mark III

It's the little additions that make the Mark III a worthy target for photographers to upgrade from the previous camera. Feature tweaks, as well as a significant boost to the low-light capabilities in stills and video recording, will be invaluable for many photographers.
Pros:
  • Improved AF performance
  • Excellent image quality
  • Headphone monitoring
  • Improved video quality with low moire and artefacts
  • Excellent high ISO performance
Cons:
  • Repositioned buttons may annoy Mark II upgraders
  • No clean HDMI output
  • Video and images straight from camera can benefit from a small amount of sharpening
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PhotoReview
14 years ago

FIRST LOOK: Canon EOS 5D Mark III

When the Canon EOS 5D Mark II was announced in September 2008, just ahead of that year's Photokina trade show, it immediately attracted a flurry of attention for its 21.1-megapixel sensor and Full HD video capability.
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PhotoRadar
14 years ago

Canon's EOS 5D Mark III has a lot to live up to. For a start, the original Canon EOS 5D was the first DSLR to really bring full-frame digital photography within the reach of enthusiast photographers.
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Trusted Reviews
14 years ago

Canon EOS 5D Mark III

Canon has a long tradition of producing innovative and groundbreaking DSLRs. In 2003, for example, the 6.3MP Canon 300D became the first consumer-grade DSLR to sell for under £1,000.
Pros:
  • Vastly improved AF module
  • Addition of 'headphones in' socket
  • Enhanced ISO range/performance
  • Faster DIGIC 5+ processor
  • Built like a tank
  • Exceptional image quality
  • Fantastic video performance
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ePHOTOzine
14 years ago

Canon EOS 5D Mark III Digital SLR Review

The Canon EOS 5D Mark III is an excellent camera, capable of taking stunning photos in a wide variety of situations and has a wealth of lenses available to go with it. The 5D Mark III may not be as ground-breaking as the 5D Mark II , but this is simply because the Mark II was so good, and where the...
Pros:
  • 6fps continuous shooting
  • Full HD video at 25/24 fps
  • Built in HDR creation
  • Great 3.2inch screen
  • Weather sealed magnesium body
  • Excellent noise performance
  • Excellent image quality
  • Full printed manual
  • Built in help
  • Built in electronic level
  • Ability to rate images in playback
Cons:
  • RRP compared to Mark II
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Wired
14 years ago

Review: Canon EOS 5D Mark III

The 22.3-megapixel Canon EOS 5D Mark III captured some of the cleanest images I've seen from a DSLR when shooting in low light at high ISOs. That's no small feat. Cameras such as the 5D Mark III's predecessor - the 5D Mark II - and the 16.2MP Nikon D4 , are designed as low-light assassins, with...
Pros:
  • In-camera HDR (High Dynamic Range) feature combines three shots into one image with better exposure
  • "Silent" shooting mode helps capture stealthy candid portraits
  • Rank photos in-camera with one to five stars, then carry those ratings over to Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Bridge and Apple Aperture.
Cons:
  • Only slightly more resolution than four-year-old previous model
  • Starting price nearly ,000 higher than predecessor
  • Built-in mic only offers mono sound
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wired.co.uk
13 years ago

Canon EOS 5D Mark III review

The 22.3-megapixel Canon EOS 5D Mark III captured some of the cleanest images I've seen from a DSLR when shooting in low light at high ISOs. That's no small feat. Cameras such as the 5D Mark III's predecessor -- the 5D Mark II -- and the 16.2MP Nikon D4 , are designed as low-light assassins, with...
Pros:
  • In-camera HDR
  • "Silent" shooting mode
  • Rank photos in-camera with one to five stars
  • 61-point (41-cross-type-point) autofocus
Cons:
  • Only slightly more resolution than four-year-old previous model
  • Starting price much higher than predecessor
  • Built-in mic only offers mono sound
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Camerasdirect
11 years ago

Should I buy Canon 6d or 5d MK iii

What are a few of the principal differences between 5d Mk III Body and its particular competitor the canon eos 6d Body? * Res between both dslr cameras is essentially the same. * The Canon 5D iii offers 61 point AF from 1DX (noteworthy) as opposed to Canon's 6D 11 point AF * Canon's 5D has superior...
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CNET
10 years ago

Great Pro Camera

I use this camera for a variety of types of professional photography - weddings, newborns, children, and even births. The ISO handling is good for low light situations. Not amazing, but it works. The focusing system is amazing.
Pros:
  • Focus System
  • HD Video
  • Live View Mode
Cons:
  • Little detail in shadows at high ISO
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