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CBDigital
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Registered: May 26, 2003
Location: United States
Posts: 306
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Review Date: Jun 4, 2010
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $2,800.00
| Rating: 9
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Fast accurate focus, excellent image quality, fast, fast, fast
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Not much comes to mind
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I last used a 1D shortly after the original 1D was introduced. I sold that when the 5D was introducted and have been using 5Ds and more recently a 5DMKII. The 5D and 5DMKII are exceptional cameras. The only thing lacking with the 5Ds is top notch focus ability. I have put the 1DMKIII through some typical use and I really like this camera. It is much more robust than the 5D series, focus is so much faster, very accurate, and the image quality is extremely good.
I give the camera a 9 rather than a 10 in overall rating because the 1DMKIII, like all of the canon systems, still has a inconsistent flash system. I've been using Canon ETTL for a long time, and I have learned to live with it, but it could be much better.
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 Jun 4, 2010
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lwrnclightner
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Registered: Oct 2, 2008
Location: United States
Posts: 349
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Review Date: May 26, 2010
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: Not Indicated
| Rating: 10
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Canon's top of the line algorithoms, superb IQ, confidence in knowing I will consistently produce in any shooting situation.
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None
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I recently acquired two mkIII systems. After owning the original 1d a while back, I knew I would never be happy until I was shooting with the 1d series. I put down the 1d mkI due to lack of modern tech and acquired the 40d which is more than capable in terms of image quality. However I longed for the focus reliability when it comes to using the outer points, the 40d was lacking in that area. I also wanted a crisper, clearer file, which is hard to describe but if you have ever shot with canons pro bodies vs the xxd line, then you possibly have an idea of what I am trying to say. I am not referring to noise, the 40d produces remarkably usable 3200iso files for me, and my leisure shooting with the mkIII's at iso 6400 shows me that I will not have to hesitate to use it when shooting for a client in concerts or a wedding if necessary.
The mkIII is the 40d on steroids and while I will continue to use my 40d's along side the mkIII's, when it comes to situations where I have to choose one or the other, it will without doubt be the mkIII.
It is an all around upgrade and will continue to be a top performer in my opinion for years to come. I probably won't feel the need to upgrade for at least 2 to 3 or more years. I simply don't have to have the latest technology to think I can get the job done. The mkIII is more than enough body for my style of shooting.
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May 26, 2010
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djpapa
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Registered: Nov 4, 2009
Location: China
Posts: 83
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Review Date: May 24, 2010
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $2,400.00
| Rating: 9
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Pros:
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1.3x ,Pro body feel, 2 card slots, battery life,C n custom, 10fps
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Cons:
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10.1 Megapixel ?
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I have 5DII and want to buy second backup body for any event, 7D or used MarkIII both in my list ,after read difference review ,I'm still not sure which body suit until i try the MARK III in the shop ,and then ....Ooo
When i hold back my 5DII seem like not much better feeling in my hand...
Seriously don't try any ID's.....
This is not about the number of ISO or quality ..noise whatever ......
The camera plug with the battery grip is far from the feeling with IDseries.
That why i never buy the battery grip for my 5DII
***** about AF
I have to send back to CANON for fix the AF, the problem is the CMOS are in-correct position and make any pictures not in sharp focus(not focus shift) .
After that ....now FIXED ... all are wonderful .
5D2 is my backup body now....
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May 24, 2010
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Andre Goli
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Registered: Feb 21, 2007
Location: Canada
Posts: 1601
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Review Date: Apr 7, 2010
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $2,000.00
| Rating: 10
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No more bulky grips
Amazing AF for moving object
Battery life (wow)
Lots of customizable functionnalities
1.3x nice to have for longer lenses when you already got another FF
Fast (120 frames/seconds)
File not too heavy because only 10Mp
Built like a rock
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Considering the new Mark4, would have loved to be 12mp because too close from the 1DII (8Mp) and far from the 1DIV (16Mp)
No videos
Noise after 3200 iso
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After owning several FF like 5D and 5DII, wanted to try something faster and more professional... Got that one with a good price, and I am still amazed by its speed to focus, and to track moving subjects. Even the 85L I became very fast, even in low lite. Although I will keep my 5Ds for portrait, this one is becoming my walkaround. Perfect match with the my 85L and my 70-200L 2.8 for bokeh and IQ...
To make it short, even coming from the 5DII, this one is impressive... Will be perfect as a couple with the 5DII with eveything which is missing in the MarkIII from the MarkIV (low lite noise, big files and video) and which is into the 5DII. So I highly recommand it to anyone who already own a 5DII !
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Apr 7, 2010
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joshkrause
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Registered: Oct 8, 2009
Location: Canada
Posts: 89
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Review Date: Mar 28, 2010
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $2,150.00
| Rating: 9
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Feels great, picture quality is astounding, 10fps, focus problems have been corrected and you can purchase one for cheap
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Cons:
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Heavy when paired with a big zoom lens, 10 fps eats up memory cards if you use it.
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I love this camera. I had a 50D and a 7D and I sold the 50D to purchase a used 1D m3 and now I'm preparing to sell my 7D to get another. This camera is amazing.
The focusing is so fast, I love the 2000+ photo battery life, it fits my hand much better than a 7D with a grip, that's for sure.
I'm still figuring out the best setting for the AF servo, as it has many options and it does tend to jump around with focusing if you have the wrong settings. But when set properly, it's beautiful.
The best way to describe it:
"After driving a Ferrari, even a Porsche feels cheap."
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Mar 28, 2010
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buddyRoland
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Registered: Oct 30, 2008
Location: United States
Posts: 142
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Review Date: Mar 22, 2010
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $2,699.00
| Rating: 9
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Super fast and low noise, clean shots.
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Cons:
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Coming from normal SLRs, you must read before you use it but maybe that's not a negative. Heavy is the price for excellence.
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Being a relative newcomer to photography I read alot about this camera being taking the dive. I purchased it from Adorama refubished to save some money instead of buying new but also for peace of mind because it came with a one year Adorama warranty (yes I know it sells cheaper used instead of refurbished) and because I also purchased a 5DMK2 blemish-free refurb.
This camera was not 100% blemish free but it is 98% blemish free and the functionality is perfect. I had to get adjusted to using it initially because of the mostly manual functions compared to my other cameras. Thanks for the the smart-aleck members that gave prior 1DMK3 members a hard time when they asked for help because I lurked in the background and used the good, bad and the ugly advice to help me learn how to use this beast or rather get started using it.
It is a beast but the usable shots it produces compared to my 5DMK2 and 50D are on another level. It is heavy but I am over-joyed when I pull the pictures from the card. My suggestions to those that want to get one is read, read, read and don't ask for guidance unless tou want to get ripped. There are some excellent members that give good advice, hence the reason I purchased this camera.
Last thing, get used to shooting manual because this is where this baby shines.
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Mar 22, 2010
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RikWriter
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Registered: Jun 22, 2004
Location: United States
Posts: 2226
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Review Date: Feb 27, 2010
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $2,500.00
| Rating: 10
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Focus speed and accuracy, durability, burst rate, image quality, high ISO performance, versatility.
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Cons:
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LCD is useless in bright light.
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I bought the MKIII with a bit of trepidation, give the reputation it had for focus problems, but after using it for over a year, I have had not one focus problem with it. It is definitely the best body I have used in every aspect. Its high ISO performance is as good as that of my 5D, which was excellent. Its IQ is tops and its focus speed is blazing fast.
Incredible camera.
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Feb 27, 2010
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schristie11
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Registered: Jan 12, 2010
Location: United States
Posts: 883
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Review Date: Feb 18, 2010
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $1,800.00
| Rating: 10
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Ultra Fast Shutter Action, Great AWB, Excellent AF, Auto ISO shift and limits, Shutter and Aperture limits for TV and AV modes, improved button placement and image playback.
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Cons:
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None.
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The Ultimate DSLR!
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Feb 18, 2010
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Icebird
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Registered: Feb 11, 2010
Location: Netherlands
Posts: 0
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Review Date: Feb 11, 2010
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $2,700.00
| Rating: 10
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Build,easy handling,IQ,battery life,workhorse,weathersealing,viewfinder
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Cons:
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LCD screen resolution could be better.
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I came from a 40D and that was also a very nice camera.
The build and the feels of the 1D series are awesome,even as the image quality.
The menu structure is easy and within a couple of hours you are familiar with the buttons and how this camera works.
I do aspect a lot of fun and great pictures from this camera.
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Feb 11, 2010
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pjbuehner
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Registered: Jan 10, 2010
Location: United States
Posts: 115
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Review Date: Feb 7, 2010
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $3,000.00
| Rating: 10
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Solid, dependable, very good ISO performance. Great IQ.
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None
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I have upgraded to a mark IV but am keeping my mark III because it is still a fantastic camera. Mint bodies are going for around $2,000 now and IMHO is the best deal on a camera out there. An absolute steal.
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Feb 7, 2010
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lpazxxsh
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Registered: May 31, 2005
Location: United States
Posts: 1119
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Review Date: Feb 6, 2010
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $2,200.00
| Rating: 10
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Professional bulid quality, Image quality, long battery life, 10fps
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Cons:
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None
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I shoot mostly weddings with this camera and with all the AF servo tracking issues related to this camera , is a none factor for me since i shoot one shot and no AF servo. 10mp is easier and faster to process and takes up less storage space. So upgrading to a MK4 is really not advantagious. I absolutely love this camera! i loved it so much i bought another one. I also own a 1D MKIIn, it's collecting dust now.
The images from the MK3 compared to my MK2n is night and day. Its just blows away the Mk2n. Both my MK3's are yellow and blue dot. The only problem i'm having is part of the rubber from one camera was lifting off just under the delete button, but i used some contact cement and it hasn't given me any problems since.
I expect to keep this camera/s for a long time so i'm going to be investing more into lenses now.
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Feb 6, 2010
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sinbad747
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Registered: Sep 4, 2007
Location: United States
Posts: 444
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Review Date: Dec 27, 2009
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Recommend? yes |
Price paid: $2,250.00
| Rating: 10
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Solid build, image quality, fast AF, battery life, custom functions.
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Cons:
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Takes some getting use to.
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I am coming to this camera late in it's life, which is fine with me since I got a fantastic price on a GREAT camera. I traded my 7D and cash for this camera and could not be happier. It is build like a tank. For sports, it is still up there with the best of them at 10 fps. I know about the focusing problems, but for the most part, with the Canon fixes, that is a thing of the past, which unfortunitly has hurt it's resale value. That being said, with the MK 4 coming out people are giving them away. Give it a try, at $2K it is probably one of the best deals out there.
Marvin
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Dec 27, 2009
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