Latest Canon EOS-1D Mark III Review at Ron Galbrait added - 4/23/2007
Canon EOS-1D Mark III Features Include:
- 10.1 megapixel
- Updated DIGIC III image processor
- 19 area Auto Focus system
- ISO 6400
- 3.0″ LCD monitor (with a live view feature)
DCT Conclusion Thermometer - Canon EOS-1D Mark III
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Read More Canon EOS-1D Mark III Reviews
Lawrence Ripsher - 06 Januay’08 - reviews the Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III and has not seen a better auto focus system. Here’s a summary of their review -
“When light levels begin to drop is when this cameras true capabilities begin to shine. One area photographers will be pleased with is the canon’s highlight priority which provides a greater dynamic range in the highlight area of images. ISO performance looks to be on par with the Nikon D2 up to about ISO 3200.”
ConsumerElectronicsNet - 19 October’07 - reviews the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and commented that even though they had a lot of camera gear they really hated to say goodbye to this camera. Here’s an excerpt from the review -
“The camera is lightning fast, shooting up to 10 frames per second for up to roughly 110 large JPEG or 30 RAW files. Sensor size is 10.1 megapixels (largest image size is 3888×2592 pixels). One reason the throughput is so high with this camera is Canon’s use of a pair of Digic III image processor chips. As the megapixel count keeps going higher and higher in cameras it becomes harder and harder to move all that data fast enough. Using two processor chips splits the load so that the camera can keep up with the demand.”
Shutterbug - 18 October’07 - reviews the Canon EOS-1d Mark III and notes although the Mark III looks like the Mark II it is a new camera in every aspect. Here’s an excerpt from the review -
“So what do I really think about the Mark III? Do you need a camera like this? While the EOS-1D Mark III is far from perfect, it delivers the kind of stunning image quality that professional photographers demand and their clients expect. “
DigitalCameraInfo - 03 October’07 - reviews the Canon EOS-1d Mark III and writes;
“The focus problem is a tragic flaw worthy of Sophocles. We used the Mark III with a 24-70mm and a 70-200mm zoom. Those lenses should not challenge the 45-spot autofocus system, but the problem was bad enough to show up with it. After the firmware fix, we couldn’t reproduce the problem, but that’s really not good enough. It doesn’t prove the problem is fixed for more challenging conditions. Canon is in the difficult position of proving a negative: that the focus problem no longer exists.
But overall, the Canon EOS-1D Mark III is the fastest DSLR available. It produces high-quality 10-megapixel images with great color quality, noise control, and dynamic range. It performs well because of innovative technology that has been combined very, very well. If the focus works for you, go for it.”
Steve’s Digicams reviews the Canon EOS-1d Mark III and writes;
“They say that you get what you pay for, and in the case of the 1D Mark III, it’s very true. We’ve become accustomed to a trend of new digicams replacing their predecessors with a combination of more/better features and lower price. This camera will not disappoint - the Mark III is an excellent value for the pro who needs its increased resolution and improved performance, and to the extent that the Mark III enables them to earn more income, they will buy it.”
Pocket-lint reviews the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and proclaims this camera is unequaled in terms of its burst rate and low noise at upper ISOs. With all this greatness the reviewer did have a couple of complaints about Canon’s top end shooter primary being the LCD-exposure assessment issues and known focusing problems. The Canon’s 16-35mm F2.8 L II USM zoom lens was used and the reviewer noted that images straight from the camera looked a little on the soft side.
Bottom Line: If you need the speed get your checkbook out but if you don’t you should probably wait until the cameras firmware is up to date..
KammaGamma has done an exhaustive test of the Canon EOS-1D Mark III image quality and agrees that Canon has really got it right this time. With an overall impressive improvement in their new noise reduction system the Mark III filters weak detail signals and filters chroma edges really well. the reviewer notes that it’s amazing to experience just how good the sensor on-board the Mark III really is and that it not only sets the standards, it is heads-and-shoulders above the competition.
Bottom Line: Canon has set the standard for image capture with the Mark III.
The Digital Picture reviews the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and points out this camera has been redesigned from the ground up with an array of new features even the most seasoned photographer will be impressed with. Everything about this camera has been designed with speed as the ultimate goal. According to the reviewer when you have to get the shot this is your camera.
The only down side found was the AI Servo AF accuracy when using a telephoto in bright light situations drops in accuracy.
Bottom Line: This camera is in HIGH demand so naturally the waiting list to get one is long. Speed, extreme accuracy, and an almost endless feature set this camera in a league all its own.
T3 - 7/23/2007 - reviews the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and offers the following. The 3 inch LCD seems huge and combined with Live View framing makes this camera pretty tough to beat. Binging a lot clunkier than a compact the Live View framing framing is pretty handy for tough angle shots. With an almost endless list of features and options this camera is pretty much a go anywhere shoot anything professional camera.
DP Expert - 7/13/2007 - has reviewed the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and writes, “The EOS-1D Mark III is a professional tool for photojournalists. For well-heeled amateurs who want top quality images the Canon 5D ($5000 for the body) will do the job with its 12 megapixels on a full 35 mm frame size sensor. The extra $1600 for the 1D buys extra battery power delivering 2200 shots between charges and the blazing capture speed but not necessarily better images. One of the difficulties in assessing the 1D is that it has so many user-selectable shooting parameters that it would take some weeks of constant use to customize the camera to a tester’s satisfaction. Do not lose the instruction manual! Even to an experienced digital camera user this is not an intuitive camera.”
Sports Shooters - 7/7/2007 - has a Live View First Look at the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and they write, “When you start to play with the Live View function - you quickly realize how narrow the gap between these new cameras and current HD video cameras is becoming. If you check out the quality of still images of the 4K RED HD digital video camera which is due to be released next month and that of the Canon EOS series - you will start to see a lot of similarities (although the RED camera can shoot at up to 60 fps.) Check out the RED camera at http:///http://www.red.com/ if you haven’t heard of it … it’s making waves in the video/film world.”
Popular Photography - 6/25/2007 - has reviewed the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and they write, “The Canon EOS 1D Mark III packs an impressive mix of features and functions into a rock-solid pro body. Image quality is first-rate at low ISOs and it pushes the envelope with its high ISO performance — managing noise while maintaining resolution very well. It ups the ante in terms of autofocusing speed and range, ISO range, LCD screen size and live preview, and of course, that world-beating 10 fps burst rate. We expected something big from Canon this year, as the company celebrated its 70th anniversary and 20 years of the EOS system. It delivered a real winner with the Canon EOS 1D Mark III.”
Pro Photo Home - 6/21/2007 - has reviewed the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and they write, “The 1.3 cropped sensor is a nice focal length providing a lot of balance. The new controls and ergonomics are top-notch. The image quality is arguably the best available at the moment. The autofocus works well.
What is there not to like?”
Rob Galbraith - 6/19/2007 - has tested the Canon EOS-1D Mark III autofocus capabilities and writes, “The camera’s autofocus as being blazingly fast at acquiring initial focus. So fast that covering women’s volleyball over several days was pure joy, thanks to an incredibly responsive autofocus system in the preproduction body on loan from Canon. We also found its autofocus to be quicker off the line in dim light than any camera we’d used before.”
CNET - 6/19/2007 - has reviewed the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and they write, “If you can afford the cost of the 1D Mark III, and are a Canon shooter who doesn’t absolutely need the higher resolution of the 16.6MP 1Ds Mark II, then this camera is a no-brainer. Nikon shooters who are reading this might even begin to second-guess their beloved brand, but with rumors flying about a possible D3, you’ll probably want to wait and see if Canon’s top competitor can match this. It’s going to be extremely difficult, though, as this is one of the best digital cameras I’ve ever used.”
e-Fotografija - 6/15/2007 - has reviewed the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and they write, “Any way you look at it, the Canon EOS 1D MkIII is a photojournalist’s dream camera. Loads of features, intuitive settings, antidust system, liveview, and excellent image quality at high sensitivity are what make it so amazing. And it is this last thing that makes the Mk III so special.”
Outback Photo - 6/10/2007 - has started a review diary for the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and here is the first conclusion, “Clearly the new Canon EOS 1D Mk. III seems to deliver on its promises. Some users may have issues with the size and weight. On the other side I think a sports camera to be used with lenses from 300-600mm needs the weight to be rugged and also to counter balance these long lenses. Important is also that this technology will likely be used in the next generation of 1Ds and 5D bodies.
So far we only dislike the display of the histograms (hard to see the boundaries of the histogram area in sunlight). Overall we are at a very good start.”
Photo Review - 5/29/2007 - has reviewed the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and they write, “In all respects, the EOS-1D Mark III we have reviewed is the best digital camera we have seen. It’s a match for the EOS-1Ds Mark II in every respect save resolution (which is to be expected, given the latter’s full-frame image sensor and 16.7-megapixel resolution). This impressive performance is not restricted to Raw file capture; JPEG files from the test camera were clean, detailed and colour accurate. Raw files had all the data photographers need to make superb images.”
Pop Photog Mag - 5/23/2007 - has a hands on review of the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and they write, “Of course, lists of specs and features don’t do a camera justice. Its mettle is best shown in field and lab tests. We’ll post results from the Pop Photo Lab’s image quality, noise, and AF tests on www.PopPhoto.com as soon as we get a production model of the Mark III. But the fully functioning, preproduction unit that we recently secured left us wondering how it could be improved.”
LuminousLandscape - 5/8/2007 - has a first impressions review of the 10.1 megapixel Canon EOS-1D Mark III and they write, “Now in its third generation, (fifth if you include the “s” models) Canon’s flagship 1 Series cameras need little introduction to professional and advanced amateur photographers. The new Canon 1D MKIII might easily be seen as a refresh to the model line, but this is not so. Though it looks much like any of the previous models it is in fact an almost complete rethink on the part of Canon of what a pro-level digital camera should be like.”
PopPhoto - 4/27/2007 - has a first look review of the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and they write, “Do pros really want a giant (and vulnerable) 3-inch LCD on their DSLRs? They should. Since the AF is disabled in Live Preview mode, the larger screen makes it much easier to focus and compose, and for critical work you can focus using the 5X or 10X magnification assist.”
Ron Galbraith - 4/23/2007 - has a first look review of Canon EOS-1D Mark III and they write, “Our preproduction EOS-1D Mark III is a mess. It can’t hold focus on static subjects very well and it can’t track moving subjects very well. While Canon didn’t provide any details about the autofocus limitations we would encounter in the preproduction body, we hope this is what they were referring to and this is what engineers have been solving since. The autofocus does show signs of brilliance. But we can’t check off too many items from our autofocus wish list until a non-beta EOS-1D Mark III is in the house.”
Imaging-Resource - 2/27/2007 - has a hands on preview of the Canon EOS-1D Mark III and they write, “At a glance, you really can’t tell the difference between the Canon EOS 1D Mark II N and the Canon EOS 1D Mark III. They’re both large, cut an imposing profile, and look like high quality instruments. Even the name looks similar. But look more closely and there are different design accents and, new buttons, new button arrangements, and a nice big three-inch LCD.”
Quesabesde - 2/25/2007 - a Spanish site has first impressions review of the 10.1 megapixel Canon EOS-1D Mark III and they write, (Google Translated). “In addition to all the new benefits including in the body, Mark III also has a series of worthy optional additions of mention. Most interesting he is, without a doubt, new transmitter WTF-E2.
This device not only allows to send the images by means of FTP wirelessly - as already they offered previous versions, but that also allows to control the camera - way Live View including from a computer located to to 150 meters of distance.”
Canon EOS-1D Mark III Sample Photos
[Sample Test Photo at Lawrence Ripsher]
[Sample Photos at ConsumerElectronicsNet]
[Sample Photos at Shutterbug]
[Sample Photos at Steve's Digicams]
[Sample Photos at Pocket-lint]
[Sample Photos at The Digital Picture]
[Sample Photos at Pro Photo Home]
[Sample Photos at e-Fotografija]
[Sample Photos at Canon]
[Sample Photos at Imaging-Resource]
Canon EOS-1D Mark III Spec Sheet
[Canon EOS-1D Mark III Spec Sheet at Canon]
Canon EOS-1D Mark III Owners Manual
[Canon EOS-1D Mark III Owners Manual]
Canon EOS-1D Mark III Initial Press Release
Canon today sets new standards for professional photography with the launch of the EOS-1D Mark III. Delivering 10 frames per second at 10.1 Megapixels for a maximum burst of 110 Large JPEG images (30 in RAW), the EOS-1D Mark III replaces the EOS-1D Mark II N as the world’s fastest digital SLR. Dual “DIGIC III†processors drive the camera’s high speed, high resolution performance, and bring 14-bit image processing to the EOS series for the first time.
A ground-up redesign introduces a host of new features and advancements to Canon’s flagship EOS-1 series, including a 3.0†LCD with Live View mode, EOS Integrated Cleaning System, new auto focus system with 19 cross-type sensors, and 63-zone exposure metering. The camera’s APS-H size (28.1 x 18.7 mm) CMOS sensor enables a wider 100-3200 ISO range as standard, expandable to L:50 and H:6400.
“The EOS-1D Mark III represents a complete reappraisal of everything Canon has learned over the past 20 years of EOS development,†said Tsunemasa Ohara, Senior General Manager, Camera Development Center, Canon Inc. “In building this camera, we started with a blank canvas. Every facet of the photographic process has been refined, every design decision re-evaluated to bring us to this point: a camera that combines familiar EOS ergonomics with a vastly enhanced specification. Our engineers are overjoyed with the result.â€
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