The EOS 5D Mark III is the latest addition to Canon's world-famous EOS 5D series. Building on the performance of the legendary EOS 5D Mark II, the new the EOS 5D Mark III offers improved speed, greater resolution, enhanced processing power and extend.
Canon Announces the New 5D Mark III
Features Of 5D Mark III

What's Cool
Sophisticated fast DIGIC 5+processing eliminates line-skipping and related artifacts
two-stop improved performance in low light
onboard chromatic aberration compensation
silent control dial useful for setting audio
other parameters while shooting
locking top control dial
very rugged construction


What's Missing
Still only 8-bit recording
fragile 1/8-inch mic input plug
built-in mic is mono only
HDMI output still hobbled
video recording limited to under 29 minutes 59 seconds

Tough Stuff
While a few manufacturers have notably reduced the build quality of their 'pro-line' cameras, this is not the case here. The EOS 5D MkIII is extremely rugged, with a tank-like magnesium alloy body and a stainless-steel lens mount. Canon states that the new camera features enhanced dust and moisture protection with improved gaskets and seals compared to the previous Mk II model.

5D Mk III body only, $3499 MSRP; $4299 MSRP kit with 24-105mm f/4L IS USM zoom lens. The Mk II will con.