CANON 5D MKII IN UNDER 5 MINUTES
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- Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
- Canon cameras have come a long way but that is no reason to turn a blind eye to older DSLR's like the Canon 5D MK II. This is a breakdown of my experience with the camera and if I think you should pick one up in 2022.
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I have the 5d classic and the mk ii. They are relevant now, and will be for years to come. They were the best cameras made. Imho
It is so solid. A bit clunky to use compared to my newer mirrorless but he image is so nice.
I agree. While the new tech cameras will dominate the market in the future, I believe there will still be many of us who prefer the look and feel of these DSLR cameras. I don't need a touch screen, WiFi, 50 megapixels, or AI........however, i do like the autofocus points on newer cameras. The look of these old 5Ds just do something for me that most cameras don't.
I used the 5D2 for years as a professional portrait photographer. I got sick, and couldn't work full time. I bougth a prestine 5D2 one year ago for 180 USD. I have more cameras, but there is something about that body. Don't know what, but there IS something. :)
I bought a 5D Mark II last March, the previous owner used it solely for video and I use it solely for photography. Best camera I've ever shot with. If I decide to start making videos I'll buy a dedicated camera, but for photography, I can't imagine ever switching from the 5D, 6D, or 7D.
I have a 5d, I still really want a 7d!
@@Kinematographer I love my 7D, when I got my 5D Mark II I thought about selling it, but I"m glad I kept it.
I shot my thesis film on the 5d mkii. I was in film school while the industry was transitioning from film to digital. (We started on 16mm.) My movie still holds up 13 years later because of the camera I used. A lot of friends shot in HD with 35mm adapters, I got lucky and borrowed a 5d from a friend who didn’t charge me for it. If you’re just starting out and want a great camera to start making videos and short films with, I can’t recommend this camera enough!
Thank you, sir. I am planning to get this camera 5d mark ii and see what I can with it specifically videos
canon 5d mark ii has automatic focus on video, you have to put the camera in mode A and with AF-on you select the focus and it follows it in its movements. You can help find the focus in the first instance by using the zoom
And it follows you without using the back AF button? I spent so long using this camera looking for a focus mode that follows you without you having to hit a button. I watched maybe 20 different videos that said the camera does not have tracking autofocus in video.
@@cameratactics9102 As long as the subject is within the selection, it remains in focus.
@@fotografoyvideo that’s wild. Well good to know now. I already sold that camera and picked up a Sony A7s as my B cam.
@@fotografoyvideo Can you elaborate on how to do this please ? What is mode A ? And is there anything else to do ? Doesn't seem to work on my 5D2 :/
@@deamonotsu7774 Mine does
LOL! How times have changed when a 5D series is considered a good beginners' DSLR!
Haha I wish I was using cameras back in the day. I know people really look back on the 5D as the professionals choice.
"and I know that a day when you upgrade, you'll really appreciate what you learn on the canon 5d mark ll" bro that sound so personal🫂
Still a top end camera if you have some skills, I get shots that are just as good as anything brand new… I don’t shoot much video though… To me a DSLR is just better than the cheaper to make mirrorless offerings lately… I just picked up another 5D mkII in nearly mint condition for $300, it’s an absolute steal even at twice that price.. Not a soul comments on my 110 megapixel smartphone captures, everyone looks at the 5D images and see the difference though… There’s no doubt it’s a solid workhorse body… if you need 8K and all the bells and whistles that replace artistic decisions then it might not be what you want…
First off I am not a video shooter but I’ve been using the 5Dll since it first came out. I was motivated to buy it after viewing Vincent Laforet’s video work with it as well as the fact that an entire episode of the TV doctor series “House” was filmed solely with this camera. Might be worth checking out to see what is possible. Thanks for sharing your experience.
Its an incredible camera. I know they shot some of Marvels Avengers with it as well.
Actually a great comedy film was shot with it... I don't remember the name of the film but it was released in 2012
@@TheGyroBarqusShow Wasn't it "This is the end"? I mean it was a really great comedy movie LOL
@@aryen_nemesis4414 no not this one, one in the Criterion Collection, was black and white too
The Pentatonix video for Radioactive was shot on a 5Dii, also.
I got a Canon Rebel SL2 for $400 in 2021. It is pretty good on video and has tracking autofocus. The APS-C crop makes you have to think about focal length but the pictures are good. I have never shot a full frame DSLR camera. I guess the main difference would be that you would have to get closer to your subject.
Bit the bullet and bought one this year after years being deprived of doing creative work. Got mine at around USD250 and have no regrets at all!
Its a rad camera man!
It can only get three exposures in auto exposure bracketing. I wanted nine exposure values for totality of the eclipse. So I set C1 for the fast set, C2 for the middle set and C3 for the slowest. During totality I flipped the mode dial to C1, hit the remote, flipped to C2, hit the remote and then C3. In just a very few seconds I had my nine exposure values then ignored the camera and experienced the totality of the eclipse. It worked fine.
I just picked one up for 100euros, in good cosmetic condition. High shutter count 150k, but...wedding photographer and if you look around there are many over 1 million! and even one at 2.2 million...so.....!
I have the Canon 5D Mk ll I have had it since 2009 it works perfect and I use the center AF dot push in half way and hold it there while it follows the subject Rodeo when press it is rapid fire while following the subject I paid near $3,000.00 for the body and Canon zoom lens, No problems what so ever...
Justo estoy comenzando con este modelo en full frame y ya quiero la versión III
I sold my Canon 3TI a few years ago. Been looking to get back into Photography… I still have my Canon 100mm macro f2.7 lens. And my Rokion 14mm f2.8…
I e seen a few videos saying the 5D Mark 2 is still a great camera after all these years. So I’m pondering on buying one..
I think its worth it for sure!
@@cameratactics9102 ty
I wouldn’t say that you can get a body only in “really good” condition for $400. It’s gonna be well used and likely show some wear. Something buyers should keep in mind, that’s all. Also they use older larger compact cards and do not use SD cards - so a buyer may want to also consider the cost of a card(s) and a card reader compatible with their computer to get their images to their computers for post as it also does not have any wifi, or Bluetooth capability.
Lenses this is also important as if you are using a let’s say, canon T4i or something newer, that use EF and->EFS
Definitely agree. It is an amazing camera and most people who are needing a camera for social media type work do not need anything better. I still had to downsize a lot of my shots to get it to work on IG. I recommend someone who is completely new to this camera to maybe get the 50mm 1.8. Its cheap enough to mess around with and grow in skill set. As for finding a body in really good condition at $400, I found mine with very little wear on it for $400 last year so I was going off of that number. But in general, old cameras will be well used and worn. Thanks for watching and for the input!
You can buy a microSD to CF converter, so trying to find SD cards isn't an issue. Canon branded EFS lenses won't fit the camera natively. Something like a Tamron 17-50mm DI II will physically mount on the 5D Mark II, but it is designed for APS-C sensor sized cameras (for Rebel bodies, 7D, 90D, etc.), so be prepared for heavy vignetting at the corners and adjust your exposure accordingly. A decent 5D Mark II can be had for under $300. It's a workhorse.
it's not that an EFS lens might not work - it's that they absolutely will not work and don't even try it once
the EFS lens definitely will mount up and look like it's okay from the outside, then when you take a picture your perfectly aligned mirror is going to come crashing down on the EFS mount
probably not breaking the mirror, but very likely knocking it out of alignment and causing a service call ... maybe scratching the mirror ... maybe scratching the EFS lens glass as well ... feeling stupid and calling yourself bad names ... remembering the time you did this for the rest of your life ... being too embarrassed to admit that you did this - stuff like that
they do make an adapter you can use to do this safely ... but what EFS lens is worth going through that much trouble to use?
Nice photos. I’ll buy the Mark III. About making video without autofocus, there are a lot of nice movies shooting with Mark II.
I bought a camera 5D mark III anda only waiting for ti arrive i
I have seen thats a wonderful profesional camera
I've been rocking the Canon 20D since it first came out years ago. I've been thinking of upgrading to the 5D MKII or MKIII.
I've been watching videos on reviews about the 5D. Thank you for the insight.
Thanks for wathcing. I may not have the most comprehensive video on it but at least I used the thing haha.
Just got one for 230 USD - Such a steal.
My settings look different does anyone know why?
we would love to have some new review, with more deep information specially the setting you use for video. thanks in advance
Quick storage question. Grateful if someone could confirm if these only use the older compact flash cards or if they also have a slot for SD type cards?
cf card only
Iz nice, me like!
I really enjoy camera reviews with allot of sample pictures taken by the reviewer.
It's not that i would buy a camera just because some youtuber got a nice picture with the camera, i just like to know other people experience, see their results.
That "UNDER 5 MINUTES" got me worried that you will just hold the camera, read the specs, and just use B-roll taken with another camera.
Good luck with the youtube grind, my notification bell will wait for more of your videos!
Dude thanks a ton! It was a fun video to make. Glad I could get my point accross in a short time haha.
Ive never used autofocus whilst filming on any camera!
Please where did u get urs
I now think far too much fuss is made of auto focus.
Vloggers videoing themselves, I get it.
But if you want to tell visual stories you have to move past the handy cam phase of shooting long takes and hoping the camera will pick up your slack. Get a lens with stabilisation, hold the lens and pull focus manually. Try composing and then shooting in 5 second bursts. You are now moving from photography to story telling. Add a monitor and use focus peaking. The results will be more forgiving and better controlled than auto systems and you will be a better maker.
Hi i have he 50D (it was my first DSLR ) I picked up a 5D m2 for $300 I love it just wish i knew how to open the shutter with no lens as o do moon shots with a small telescope, If you know how i would love to Know ,,
Thanks
Rob
NSW
Australia
Ahhh congrats man! Its such an awesome camera. I dont think I ever figured that out. I wish I had though.
Hello there, nice detailed video. I want a camera with a good price like this & I'm aiming at using the camera to connect it to my pc & be able to get a nice quality & a blur background & having 30 fps out of it for purpose of making UA-cam videos, how do you feel about whether it could suit my needs or I should get something else instead. What's your suggestions over this or such other models like, EOS 7D, 1200D III, EOS 4000D? Is it also supported by their "EOS Webcam Utility Software" or I should get a capture card? I'd be really appreciated if u could guide me through. TYSM
Haha that is a lot of questions. Well I have zero experience with those other cameras and I have never used the webcam utility software so I dont have an answer for you. I would say it is probably too old to use as a webcam.
Awesome 😎
Haha thanks
Hello ! what about landscape photography ?
Martin Castein channel has a few reviews on the 5D ii. You might find it interesting.
Lost me at elf mount been around forever…. Not true
1987 ain't bad for a lens mount still used today, but Nikon has then beat with F mount since 1958.
What do you mean? It has been around since 1987. Thats a long time.
I got mine for $1600.
So now this camera is for beginners all of a sudden? Lol. Not true. This camera outshines a lot of new cameras. Give the right person this camera and tell them to make a film vs a person with the newer Sony or canon camera. Lol.
Interesting to hear 5DII is a "beginners' camera!" In line with this, I can say Sony A1 is also a beginner's camera for people with deep pockets.
SLR/DSLRs are real cameras that are most appropriate for still photography. I shoot wildlife and the EVF lag of MILCs is strong enough reason to disqualify it for speed photography. For indoor photography purposes; Canon 5DIV and Nikon D850 are powerhouses that no other camera can beat.
However, we do understand manufacturers also need to buy bread & butter. That's why they are under constant compulsion to turn out new gimmicks and drive it home with massive promotions. And it works!
But not for all.
Lost me on “costed.”
Haha im not trying to be serious. Just making videos for fun.