This really isn\'t a matter of opinion. The A900 has more resolution, more DR**, and lacks pattern/banding noise compared to the 5Dii at low ISO. As far as color is concerned, I\'m not talking about profiling or WB, but rather CFAs in the camera. Sony uses a narrower pass-band CFA than both Canon and Nikon, currently, and this has low ISO advantages, but high ISO disadvantages, because it requires more amplification. The 5Dii and A900 have different design thrusts, and I would certainly recommend the 5Dii over the A900 to someone looking for great ISO ~1250+, but, at low ISO, the A900 is a better performer (granted, the 5Dii is certainly capable at low ISO.) Heck, I might even say the 5Dii is a better \"all-around\" camera in terms of IQ, but the OP clearly stated that low ISO was his intention.
p.s. the jury is still out as to whether the IQ of the A900 and A850 are identical or not. I\'m waiting on Iliah Borg\'s results.
**the D3x has even more DR, but worse color separation, so pick your poison.
Nov 16, 2009 at 12:52 PM
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