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Aug 2005.
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Canon EOS 5D
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HQ Grade: B
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they're worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
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This camera is ranked
- 26th of 58 in Canon
- 16th of 52 in Over $600
- 13th of 18 in 12 Megapixels
- 20th of 38 in SLR/Professional
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Canon EOS 5D Questions
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Answered Questions for the Canon 5D
- Q: IS Tamron AF 28-300 lens compatible with Canon 5D or 40D?
- A: As long as it's EF compatible, you're in like flynt. Worst case, you may need... read more
- Q: what mode, etc. should i use when shooting in lowlight conditions?
- A: Having never shot a ballet, i am just going to give you some general tips... read more
- Q: What is the maximum MPixel resolution achieved till now in still cameras? i have heard its 80 Megapixel, it is correct??
- A: My friend has a Kodak DCS 14N with 14 Megapixels and is looking to replace... read more
- Q: What does the term "live view" mean?
- A: Live view is optical (the image is displayed thru the glass) while the other option... read more
- Q: I want to shoot fast action photos of my daughter doing gymnastics indoors, I'm considering 5d with what type of lenses do I need?
- A: You probably will be sitting near the front rows to get closer to the Gym... read more
- Q: How is the 5d with sports photography
- A: The wrap on the 5D seems to be it's speed. From what I've read, photographers... read more
- Q: is it ok to buy 5d online from www.fotoconnection.com??
- A: For what i read in this web page, don't even think about it. http://www.smarter.com/fotoconnection---mr--mi-368.htmlTry this... read more
- Q: Why do I see this camera advertised some places for $899.00?
- A: Hi Robert,This page does a good job of covering the issue, but what it boils... read more
- Q: It is time for me to upgrade but I am unsure what to do.
- A: Amber,I shoot weddings as well and have been able to maintain good shots with the... read more
- Q: What profession camera would you recommend
- A: Technically, the only professional Canon dSLRs are the 1-series due to their build quality and... read more
- Q: can u use lenses from canon EOS 500 slr on canon 5d20
- A: THe EOS 500, or Rebel G is a 35mm film camera with a canon EF... read more
- Q: Is it true you cannot adjust the ISO on this camera??
- A: Where ever you read that they are clearly misinformed or talking about a different model... read more
- Q: Wil EF-S lenses work with the Canon 5D?
- A: Unfortunately not... the Canon EF lenses will fit this camera but apparently not the EF-S... read more
- Q: what would you suggest I buy in order to shoot pro? budget $1400?
- A: The Canon 30D is a sweet rig. There's also the EOS 5D which is a... read more
- Q: What Canon SLR camera digtal compares to the Nikon D70 SLR Camera Kit 18-70 mm lens
- A: Well, both the Canon Digital Rebel XTi / 400D or the Canon Digital Rebel XT... read more
- Q: What is the difference between the Canon Rebel XTI and the Canon EOS 5D that warrants the difference in price
- A: One of the big price-drivers of the EOS 5D is the full-frame sensor, which gives... read more
- Q: what is the optical zoom ability
- A: Optical zoom is an actual mechnical zoom where the lens actually moves to create a... read more
- Q: Hi just want to what people are thinking about this, should I buy this or something else of the same price?
- A: A good way to see what people think about the Canon 5D is to check... read more
- Q: How many rolls of film do you get from a full battery?
- A: read more
- Q: Movie mode with sound?!
- A: read more
Open Questions for the Canon 5D
- Q: is there any way to turn the sound from the shutter button off?
- 20 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: What would you suggest for equine photography, the 5D or the 30D?
- 10 points for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: Difference between 10 and 12 megapixels IN CANON.
- 30 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: what is the difference between canon 30d and 400d? which is advisable to buy?
- 30 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: best camera for beginning pro?
- 30 points for best answer - 2 replies
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