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Canon 5D : Specifications and Opinions

Canon 5D

The Canon 5D is a reflex camera with FF (1.0x) sensor and 12.7 megapixels manufactured from 2005 to 2008 (discontinued). The range of sensitivities, including ISO extension, is 50 - 3200 ISO and it has a continuous shooting (burst mode) of 3 FPS x 17 RAW / 60 JPEG. The average price was 2500 €;

176 users have given it an average vote of 9.3 out of 10

Sensor
Format	Fullframe, 36 x 24 mm (image ratio 3:2, crop factor 1.0x in comparison with FF)
Resolution	12.7 megapixel (pixel pitch 8.24 μm)
ISO sensitivities	50 - 3200
File formats	RAW, JPEG
Esposure
Shutter speeds	30" - 1/8000
Exp. compensation	+/- 2 stops at 1/2 steps
Exp. modes	P, S, A, M
Metering modes	Multi-Area, Semi-Spot, Spot
Features
Mount	Canon EF (click here to view all compatible lenses)
Stabilization	No
Autofocus (AF areas)	9
Continuos shooting	3 FPS x 17 RAW / 60 JPEG
Pre-Burst	No
Live View	No
MLU/SS	Yes, Mirrok Lock Up
Video mode	No
WiFi	No
GPS	No
USB Charging	No
Camera body and built
Touchscreen	No
LCD	2.5", 320 x 240 pixels, fixed
Viewfinder	Optical, coverage 96%, 0.71x
Flash	No
Storage	CF
Storage, Slot 2	not available
Battery	Canon BP-511A, 10.86 Wh
Weather sealing	No
Weight	900 g
Dimensions	152 x 113 x 75 mm
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The_misfits

sent on February 07, 2026

Pros: Color rendering, Affordable price for a true full frame, Professional constructive feeling

Cons: Insufficient resolution for high crops, AF limited to the center point only, Rear LCD screen not very resolved, Ridiculous operating speed

Opinion: Reviewing a reflex camera from over twenty years ago in 2026 is not a nostalgia operation, but a conscious choice. In an era of infinite burst shots and immeasurable resolutions, the first 5D stands as the definitive tool for those looking for slow photography. Despite its age, Canon ergonomics of the time remains a benchmark. It's a solid, no-frills machine that you can grip with confidence. There is no Live View, there is no video: there is only the optical viewfinder, wide and bright, (someone said that it is one of the best built by Canon, I honestly would not be able to evaluate it accurately) that connects you directly with the scene. It is an invitation to take your eyes off the screen and go back to looking at the world through glass. The heart of the 5D is its full-frame sensor. In 2026, its 12.8 megapixels might seem few, but they are "generous" pixels, like liter mugs when compared to today's small glasses, but the technology that manages them does not allow you to get miracles out of them, it requires a lot of precision in exposure and a careful choice of the scene shot. If exposed correctly, the 5D gives spectacular files. Up to ISO 1600 the grain is fine, organic, almost film-like, very different from the clinical digital noise of modern cameras. This camera educates you. With this resolution, cropping is not contemplated. The photo must be composed in the viewfinder: what you see is what you will get. It is a discipline that turns every shot into a deliberate act. There's no point in beating around the bush: 5D is slow by today's standards, but it's a slowness that pays off. Forget eye tracking, here the only way is to rely exclusively on the central point. You focus, recompose and shoot. It is a method that requires precision and knowledge of your equipment. It gives its best with prime lenses, for example mounting a 35mm or a 50mm means enhancing the three-dimensionality typical of this sensor, which seems to handle blurred transitions (bokeh) with a softness that many modern sensors that are too dense have lost. Why choose it today? The Canon 5D Classic is for the photographer who is not in a hurry. It is for those who want to rediscover the pleasure of waiting for the right moment, knowing that when the shutter goes off, the RAW file (or even the direct JPEG) will have a unique plasticity and color depth. p.s.: regarding the small rear LCD screen, I recently saw a video review that explained how setting clarity to maximum (which in any case acts only on a hypothetical jpeg without affecting in any way the RAW obtained) helps to understand if the focus is correct even on this ridiculous LCD. Although honestly I have always prayed not to have taken too fast shots, and to have been careful at least a little, otherwise the photo will have to be trashed. Unfortunately it does not digest the rush well I exhumed it after several years in which I worked with fuji, and immediately, coupled with the old 17-40L it made me cry, if I think of the good old days when it accompanied me with the 24mm, which is why I returned, buying a modern mirrorless hoping to be able to relive the emotions of the past, with the help of new technologies, which have certainly filled the gaps of 2005. 21 years and not feel them, in my humble opinion, if you use your head. 150 euros, I say no more

Pamar5

sent on October 17, 2025

Pros: Many considering the year of release

Cons: Very few considering the year of release. The only criticism is the sensor prone to dirty attire

Opinion: Premise: it makes no sense to criticize thinking about current cameras. It must be taken into account that it dates back to 2005. How many FFs were there in 2005? How many at that price? I laugh then hearing criticisms like: "it doesn't have auto ISO", or "it doesn't have live view"... But who had them? Ridiculous display? But how did the competitors have it? Of course, at the AF level it was not the top, this is true and the number of AF points was small. Still a nice device. Solid, well-made and reliable. I still have it and it is still reliable. Only one criticism: the sensor has always been a magnet for collecting dirt. However, a beautiful A3+ print made from one of his files, believe me, you can't distinguish it from one made from a file of a machine today. At the time a certainty. Today? He can have his say. Mark

Controsenso

sent on November 22, 2024

Pros: Robust, reliable and still churns out excellent Raw

Cons: Considering that it is a 20-year-old camera, I would say nothing.

Opinion: Sturdy and heavy, a real tank as befits a professional camera. The 12.7 Mpx FF sensor still churns out beautiful, very "crunchy" photographic files, which return a nice color and a decent dynamic range, provided, however, that you use quality lenses and do not do extreme crops. Being a camera from about 20 years ago, you shouldn't expect too many frills and automatisms: you have to have an almost analog approach. Basically, it should not exceed values of 800 ISO, but it is normal for cameras of that period (even if the grain effect, especially on B/W has its own charm, which almost resembles film). The burst and the autofocus system are obviously not comparable to the later models, but if you have a good hand and a good eye, you can do anything with it, without problems. Personally, today I consider it an excellent travel and reportage camera, almost a "compact" (so to speak) solid and resistant, to put a good glass on it, perhaps a nice bright fixary, and go anywhere, without worries.

Gerry888800

sent on November 22, 2024

Pros: Excellent color quality, with rich, true-to-life colors. Robust and reliable construction, ideal even in harsh conditions. Wide dynamic range to handle complex highlights and shadows. Precise and versatile autofocus system. Compatibility with a wide range of EF lenses.

Cons: Limited continuous shooting speed for action photography. Nothing else to add

Opinion: I had the opportunity to use the Canon 5D in Madagascar in 2019, and I must say that, despite being used more for leisure than for work, it positively surprised me. The color rendering is exceptional: the colors are vibrant but natural, an aspect that has enriched my shots of landscapes and scenes of everyday life. The robustness of the camera body allowed me to work without worries even in less favorable environments, while the dynamic range proved to be essential to manage the bright light of Madagascar without sacrificing detail in the shadows. While not the ideal choice for those looking for high performance in video or action photography, 5D remains a great option for reportage and work where quality and color fidelity are priorities. It is a camera that, even today, offers satisfaction, especially for those who love authenticity in images.

Andrea Vincelle

sent on October 29, 2023

Pros: It doesn't have as many facilities as it does today

Cons: Nothing

Opinion: It's a no-frills reflex. The photos it pulls out are great, lightweight, and are very sharp. It's a reflex that entertains and makes you think before shooting. If you're good at it, you'll still take home some great photos today. I recommend it to those who are starting to take real photographs but also to those who are advanced amateur photographers because they will take home fantastic photos. I have several SLRs but that's a whole other story.

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