The revolution that brought Hollywood to the DSLR.
The Canon EOS 5D Mark II is one of the most significant cameras in digital history. While it’s a powerhouse 21.1-megapixel full-frame stills camera, it became legendary for being the first DSLR to offer Full HD video recording. This “DSLR Cinema” revolution changed the industry forever, offering that “full-frame look” (shallow depth of field) at a fraction of the cost of cinema cameras.
21.1 MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor: Even by today’s standards, the image quality is exceptional. It produces a “filmic” grain and color science that many photographers still prefer for portraits and landscapes.
Full HD (1080p) Video: The camera that started it all. With its large sensor, it allows for incredible low-light video performance and creamy background blur.
ISO Performance: A native range of 100–6,400 (expandable to 25,600). It was a massive leap forward in low-light capability for its era.
DIGIC 4 Processor: Provides fast image processing and 14-bit A/D conversion for smooth tonal transitions and natural colors.
Technical Specifications:
Sensor: Full-frame (36×24 mm) CMOS.
Resolution: 5616×3744 pixels.
Autofocus: 9-point AF system + 6 Assist points (Center point is high-precision f/2.8 cross-type).
Burst Rate: 3.9 fps (Frames per second).
Storage: 1x CompactFlash (CF) card slot.
Battery: LP-E6 (The industry standard battery used in many Canon bodies today).
Weight: 810g (Body only).