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Setting a new standard A unique 22.3-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor and DIGIC 5+ image processor come together to deliver stunning images. Enjoy natural tones, increased clarity, and astonishing low-light performance.
Cross-type focusing at f/2.8 Redefining video production The legacy of the EOS 5D Mark II continues, building on HD-video performance that revolutionised an industry. Take complete control with manual adjustment of audio and video and use wide-aperture lenses bringing your creative vision to life. Brochure photography: Brent Stirton of Getty Images. Canon Ambassador with the EOS 5D Mark III Vertical-line focusing at f/4 Performance you can rely on Vertical-line focusing at f/5.
At the heart of the EOS 5D Mark III lies a sensor that delivers detail, tone and colour like never before. It’s as if digital photography had been invented all over again. The full-frame advantage A redesigned CMOS sensor – made by Canon specifically for the EOS 5D Mark III – is exactly the same size as 35mm film, meaning wide-angle lenses can be used to their true potential and photographers can enjoy precise control over depth of field.
22.3-megapixel resolution The EOS 5D Mark III produces files measuring 5760x3840 pixels from its 22.3-megapixel sensor. This equates to a 60MB TIFF file – enough for fine-art quality printing at sizes up to A1 as well as extensive cropping for alternative compositions without loss of image quality. Images are rich in detail, with excellent sharpness straight from the camera.
Engineered for performance A combination of new design and manufacturing processes has given the EOS 5D Mark III a sensor that is faster, more sensitive and higher in resolution, while using less power. The sensitivity of the sensor is increased by two stops without the need for extra electronic signal amplification, giving the EOS 5D Mark III the ability to operate up to the equivalent of ISO 102,400. Each of the 22.
The EOS 5D Mark III is the result of continuous refinement and development, over generations of EOS design. Sophisticated electronics, optics and engineering – all pioneered by Canon. 14-bit electronic architecture and DIGIC 5+ processing Once image data is captured, the EOS 5D Mark III processes it with astonishing speed. An 8-channel readout from the image sensor sends data quickly and efficiently to a DIGIC 5+ processor, where it is turned into JPEG or RAW image files.
EOS Movies The EOS 5D Mark III lets you be as creative with moving pictures as you are with still photography. Shoot high-definition video in 1080p resolution, enjoying manual control over variables including shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, audio level, colour and frame rate. Access to Canon’s extensive EF lens range provides new and exciting creative opportunities, such as the ability to exploit shallow focus and film in low light.
Complete creative control Enjoy freedom over shutter speeds and frame rates, choosing from 1/4000-1/30sec when shooting at 24, 25, or 30 fps, or 1/4000-1/60sec when shooting at 50 or 60 fps. Select ISO sensitivities up to ISO 12,800 (extendable to the equivalent of ISO 25,600), and shoot with apertures as wide as f/1.2 with selected EF or EF cine lenses. Audio The Silent Control function enables vibration-free adjustments while filming.
The EOS 5D Mark III uses a sophisticated 61-point High Density Reticular Autofocus system that is versatile enough to satisfy the demands of every type of professional photographer, from those shooting sports and photojournalism to portrait and wedding photographers. Intuitive controls and amazing low light sensitivity, even in light as low as -2EV, result in a fast and reliable focusing system, no matter what the conditions throw out you.
Continuous high-speed shooting Keep up with the action, shooting bursts of full-resolution 22.3-megapixel images, in RAW or JPEG format, at up to six frames per second. Full AF and auto exposure capabilities are maintained during continuous shooting. Silent shooting A large buffer, combined with the speed of the DIGIC 5+ processor, ensures that up to 16,270 JPEG or 18 RAW files can be captured in a single burst.* Sometimes speed isn’t everything.
Exposure control As you compose a scene the EOS 5D Mark III analyses it too, dissecting the frame with its 63-zone iFCL exposure metering. Luminance and colour information is obtained from each zone, and combined with data from the camera’s autofocus system. The result is the ideal combination of aperture and shutter speed for the task at hand. Centre-weighted, partial (7.2%) and spot metering (1%) modes are also available, enabling photographers to measure light selectively from just part of the picture.
63-zone metering provides accurate control over exposures, while HDR capture offers more creative options, even in difficult lighting conditions. Exposure 1 Exposure 2 Exposure 3 HDR selection Built-in multiple exposure An Auto Frame Alignment option allows the component frames of the HDR image to be shot hand held, without a tripod. The exposure difference between frames can be set manually or automatically up to +/- three stops.
Excellence through design From the moment you pick it up you’ll appreciate the combination of form and function that is the EOS 5D Mark III. Intuitive controls and superlative handling provide the ultimate shooting experience. The EOS 5D Mark III carries on the ultra-fluid form design that makes an EOS camera so instantly recognisable. Its shape flows with continuous curves, and feels solid and reliable in the hand.
Instinctive controls Accessories The rear of the camera is home to a set of controls that will be familiar to any EOS user, yet also instantly usable by anyone who has never shot with a Canon camera before. A locking mode dial protects against accidental changes of shooting settings and sits alongside the EOS 5D Mark III’s main power switch. The camera is customisable according to your preferences and working style.
The EOS 5D Mark III is designed to behave like an extension of your eye. A clear, bright viewfinder helps you engage with your subject, and in-camera workflow and editing functions make life easier.
In-camera digital workflow Image rating Comparative Playback RAW image processing Begin the post-production process while you are still on the road. The 8.11cm 1,040,000dot Clear View II LCD screen makes viewing images a pleasure, while the EOS 5D Mark III’s image rating and comparison functions mean you can review and sort images before you get back to the studio. Your pictures can now be compared side by side on the rear of the EOS 5D Mark III.
Designed to perform, built to last The top, back and front covers of the EOS 5D Mark III are made from a tough and lightweight magnesium alloy. The camera’s steel base plate is designed to withstand the rigors of professional use. Inside the camera, inert-moulded engineering plastic sections are supported by an aluminium chassis, providing strength and rigidity that inspires confidence.
Weatherproof sealing The camera is protected against dust and moisture by dozens of weatherproof seals, surrounding every control, dial and socket. This protects your equipment in harsh environments and lets you keep shooting even when conditions get tough.
Connectivity and camera control Extend the functionality of the EOS 5D Mark III and discover new creative avenues, with multiple options for tethered shooting and remote camera control. Connectivity and camera control As well as storing images on to either Compact flash or Secure Digital memory cards, the EOS 5D Mark III can write files directly to a PC or Mac using a number of connection types.
WFT-E7 wireless transmitter Precise control through Camera networking Fit an EOS 5D Mark III with a WFT-E7 WiFi adaptor and explore a new world of camera-control possibilities. With your EOS on a network – either 802.11a/b/g/n wireless or Ethernet – it can be controlled over great distances, allowing photography from inaccessible viewpoints. When configured for WFT mode, the EOS 5D Mark III can be accessed via a webpage from any wireless hand held device, like smart phones or tablets.
Enjoy complete control over the direction, intensity and quality of flash. Creative lighting has never been this easy. Creative flash photography From the moment a Speedlite flashgun is mounted on the Canon EOS 5D Mark III the camera’s E-TTL flash metering technology begins to take the hard work out of flash photography. Information regarding the size of the camera’s sensor and the lens in use is relayed back to the Speedlite and the correct angle of coverage set.
A = Main flash Speedlite 600EX-RT B = Fill flash Speedlite 600EX-RT C = 5D Mark III + ST-E3-RT B Off-camera wireless flash A C Free your flashgun from the camera and discover a whole new world of creative lighting options. The EOS 5D Mark III can trigger multiple Speedlites placed up to 30m away from the camera, with E-TTL II metering takes camera of all flash-power issues automatically.
The EOS digital workflow Digital Photo Professional EOS solutions Advanced RAW file processing Digital Lens Optimizer Also supplied with the EOS 5D Mark III is an EOS Solutions disk, which contains applications that further enhance the performance and functionality of the camera. EOS Utility provides shooting support and remote camera control over USB, Ethernet and WiFi. Picture Style editor enables photographers to create custom Picture Style presets and upload these to the camera.
Canon is the only photographic manufacturer that can provide a solution for every step of a photographer’s workflow – from capture through processing to print. Picture Style Editor Printing and output Take advantage of superb-quality printing up to A3+ size from a convenient desktop printer. Canon’s PIXMA range of desktop printers offers accurate colours and archival, gallery-quality reproduction – perfect for everything from client proofs to portfolio and fine-art prints.
System chart ST-E2 ST-E3-RT 270EX II Dioptric Adjustment Lenses Eg 320EX 430EX II 600EX-RT/ Macro Ring Lite Macro Twin Lite MR-14EX MT-24EX 600EX GPS Receiver Headphones Remote Controller GP-E2 RC-6 Timer Remote Remote Switch Controller RS-80N3 TC-80N3 Wireless Controller LC-5 Bundled Accessories Anti-Fog Eyepiece Eg External microphone Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST (1.3 m/4.3 ft.
Specifications: EOS 5D Mark III Viewfinder Information IMAGE SENSOR Type Effective Pixels Total Pixels Aspect Ratio Low-Pass Filter Sensor Cleaning Colour Filter Type 36 x 24mm CMOS Approx. 22.3 megapixels Approx. 23.4 megapixels 3:2 Built-in/Fixed with fluorine coating EOS integrated cleaning system Primary Colour IMAGE PROCESSOR Type DIGIC 5+ LENS Lens Mount Focal Length EF (excludes EF-S lenses) Equivalent to 1.
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