CANON 5D MARK II REVIEW: A 15-Year-Old DSLR Still Good?

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[@LewisCarlyle]

I have used every version of the Canon 5D! Such an awesome system. The 5D-2 is the camera that changed EVERYTHING. All of a sudden, every photographer become a film maker over night. For better or for worse, the world of photography can be split into two eras: Before the 5D2, and and After the 5D2. . .

[@Wistbacka]

Lewis; I just found a guy selling a used mkii for 140 dollars, claiming only 10 000 shutter count. That sounds almost too good to be true. Should I go for it? I worked with an mkii back in 2013. Was amazing

[@LewisCarlyle]

Ha! I know the guy selling that camera. He's my good buddy JT. Yes, if you really want that camera, go for it. He takes really good care of his stuff...Enjoy!@@Wistbacka

[@Wistbacka]

@@LewisCarlyle I doubt its JT, as I am not in USA. Hahaha. I was thinking of getting it for my Dad. Or if he doesnt want it, it would become my second camera or I'd sell it Personally I now run a Sony A7Rii.

[@giorgiog541]

Still rocking mine after 11 years, dont see the need to upgrade.

[@Leptospirosi]

The EF lens mount is also the shortest between all the DSLR mounts, except the FD old Canon. This means this Camera can easily adapt any other old lens made for a DSLR of any brand (except the FD as I said) The 5D mkll in particular can change its focusing prism with a split one for manual focusing (I have one made in Taiwan) and still retain its autofocus capabilities if needed

[@TomKirkemo-l5c]

I used to be a profesional portrait photografer and photo teatcher for many years. This is a while back. When I was employed by a medium sized studio chain, I was handed a 5D MK2, a 24-105 F4 L and a 100 mm F2,8. And the strobes in the studio and three flashes and triggers. That was it. I really don't like the EF 24-105, so I usually used my own Sigma Art 24-105 F4, it's much sharper. Anyways. These days I don't have a lot of money, I got a problem with my joints, so I had to stop doing photo full time. But I still shoot sometimes. So I went out and bougth used cameraes and lenses. A 6D, a 5D MK2, a 70D and the first EOS-M. And used glass. I LOVE things that is the "first" of something!! It's like all the work from the producers are put into them, after that it's just minor upgrades. And sometimes they actually remove useful things and replace them with....not so useful features. :) It works fine by me. :) And I still regret selling my 7D.

[@ActualCounterfactual]

I still use my 5Dii for some paid work, as you mentioned, FABULOUS photos have been taken with this when it was released, and it has NOT suddenly gone "bad"... anyone who knows what they do can make miracles with this + some good glass.😊

[@amermeleitor]

As a hobbyist I think an "old" dslr can be the best way to get into photography for less money. Nikon and Canon have A LOT of lenses in the used market that can be adapted to mirrorless too. So a good way to start cheap is a old camera, even there are some smallish ones, like a SL1 in Canon and 3000 or 5000 series in Nikon, so you haven't to carry a big camera. There are some absolutely cheapo ones too, a Canon XS for 40 usd with lens (no video, only photo). So everyone can start photography

[@quazisanjeed6395]

I'm a hobbyist photographer and Canon user. 5DII is kind of everlasting gem. I'm not into videos however, the still images it produces are top of the tops. But, you need to shoot RAW to get the best. Use it for any genre, it shines. Want to continue using it as long as I live. Thank you for the video.

[@SRKSEP3]

The best line you said as long I live 👍

[@tomkirkemo5241]

I love the Mark 2!! Worked with it for many years as a professional portrait photographer

[@fattuke]

just bought 1 on ebay. your video was the final decision maker!

[@pisiprkl7913]

I have 5D II as my main camera. I´ve been using it for 4 years now. I have 3 lenses to go with it. 16-35mm f2.8, 70-200mm f4 and a pancake 40mm f2.8. I mainly shoot street photography and most of the time I use the pancake bacause it´s so small and light. I´m loving my gear, it´s great. For the money you just can´t get much better than this.

[@RunNGunPhoto]

The 5Dmkii is probably the best beginner DSLR. Awesome photos at a killer price! You really can't beat this full-frame upgrade for Landscape Photography and Portraits.

[@bamsemh1]

Yes you can. 80-200mm is still only 80-200mm on fullframe. While on aps-c it's 128-320mm.

[@draskogagula2073]

What beginner camera 😂😂😂😂😂 5d Is profesionall camera

[@RunNGunPhoto]

@@draskogagula2073 I was a beginner when I bought mine. Photography isn't hard to learn. A beginner can easily pick this up for cheap and learn a lot.

[@RunNGunPhoto]

@@bamsemh1 And put it on a M43 sensor and you have a 160-400mm. We can endlessly play this game but it is a waste of time. You didn't watch the video because you completely missed the point.

[@draskogagula2073]

@@RunNGunPhoto My first full frame was also 5d mk2 and it is afordable but not easy for use and not for beginer recomendation .,i have also 5d mk4 and it is way more easier to use and have perfect resault than 5dmk2 .,,but 5d mk2 has better skin tone ., 😀

[@johnastbury4116]

I’ve had mine for about a year and I love it. A brilliant bit of kit!!

[@premiumlightacademy]

Absolutely John. It's been in my kit for almost 15 years now!

[@Twobarpsi]

You read my mind! I'm in the market for a 5d2. I already have a modern Canon APSC, with some great EF lenses. Can't wait!

[@premiumlightacademy]

Good choice! The 5DMKII will be a great upgrade.

[@Twobarpsi]

@@premiumlightacademy I just bought a 5d2! I've taken 1000 pictures in a week, and I love the results!

[@jimsahtaylor7217]

You are very good with words... Very easy

[@Linteria]

Loved your video broskie. I was sold on a 5Dii several months ago, ended up getting an RP and sending it back. You've re-sold me on it! Coming from an EF-M shooter. Keep it up. 👏🏼

[@premiumlightacademy]

That's awesome Linteria! It's a one of a kind camera body. I'll never give mine up.

[@Benjaminjquayle]

I bought one recently in 2023... it's amazing!!!🎉🥳🤗😁

[@tomdewittefoto6701]

It is the only body I use for a realy long time, They do not get expired. Pro quality for very low price now for 500 euro. The lenses are important. I have great ones: 135 mm F2 is a bokeh beast. And the 16-35 mm f2.8. is a real great lens too.

[@premiumlightacademy]

Absolutely! I also used a converted Canon 135mm FD F/2.8, and loved it.

[@Northumberlandwoodlands]

Love em...I have two of them....

[@premiumlightacademy]

Great choice, N!

[@xXUnrulyXx]

still rocking mine.. dreaming of the day i can upgrade to the Mark III.. or dare i dream.. the Mark IV...

[@bobair2]

Go with 5DS or 5DR instead.

[@Mme.Swisstella]

Are they swiss​@@bobair2

[@ObliviousArt]

I rigged mine out, installed magic lantern for 14 bit RAW video, and use it as a film camera lol. Great video man, still an awesome camera.

[@jacopoabbruscato9271]

I have shot football and basketball matches for local newspapers on the 5DMK2. Its autofocus isn't the snappiest but it's good enough for sports photography on a professional level. What more could you ask of a 15 years old camera? Take a look at photographers in regional or even national level games and sports events, most of them will be rocking older DSLRs like the Canon 1Dx. And that's the genre that benefits the most from tech innovations. Between news and studio work, a large number of professionals still earn their living with cameras widely labeled as "obsolete" by tech enthusiasts and armchair photographers.

[@camillebrenes]

Oddly I was just musing my lineup of 5D series cameras, and realized it was the smallest of the group (50g lighter than the classic 5D). So when you said it's a big camera I'm ilke hmmm :).

[@barathj8794]

please can you make a comparison of nikon d800 vs canon 5d mark ii

[@legendsredux9693]

Great Review! Do you know which eos utility software works for this camera?

[@mightyworksphoto]

Noticed your ISO is around 200-320... is this camera good in low-light? Indoors?

[@jasminecarriker7047]

It's better than my t8i in low light

[@Leon-dt8uo]

Hi, Nice film cheers. How do you find the AF? Is it any good, or are you basically just stuck with the centre point only? Is it fast & reliable? Thanks!

[@mikkirurk1]

I remember reading a reviews on it when it was released. Great camera.

[@hopeless74]

But that nifty fifty looked like the Mk I which isn't as plastic as the Mk 2 :D Great video though... I love my 5dMk2... Been thinking about upgrading it, but nothing is that much better :D

[@lensman5762]

A lot of sense was spoken there. I still have my 5D MKII. My last purchase was a Nikon D810 to go with my D800. Spend the money on decent lenses.

[@franzp.4974]

Hey there, I’m stuck contemplating whether I should go for a 5D mark ii or a 70D. Which one should i get?

[@blizzbee]

If you still not have a set of lenses, i suggest you go the full frame way 100%

[@muzicgr8]

Yup Im gonna get one, already got the Nifty 50, I see Detroit sports in the background, Go Lions

[@NCTXVA]

I had the 5D Classic for years (2 actually). I just grabbed the 5Dii a few days ago on ebay for $200. Lately I had been doing more video work and had been rolling between the Panasonic G7(4k) and Gh4. It was a toss up between the 6D and the 5Dii and I still might grab the 6, but I had to get the 5Dii. I just recently used the R5 last week and................................sheesh........45MP is ridiculous especially for night time shots.

[@DineshKumar-qz9we]

Please do a review of 6d mark 1

[@timclark2305]

Brilliant many thanks

[@ajazahmed2488]

Great camera I have it since 2013 Just bought 70/300 nano lens USM

[@angelisone]

Best to go with ATG's It's an DSC-R1 with ATG/Zeiss (Zeiss Japan) 24-120 lenses. If you don't need video. ATG's world's first normal flash sync is 1/2000

[@kiwipics]

I shoot like I have 36 exposures ... that is how I started, and how I still approach my photography.

[@lucannon]

The 5D has the „full frame look“, which many people think of that it doesn’t exist.

[@MikeLeePhoto]

Still got mine not changing.

[@T-Prime848]

What do you think about the Original 5D in 2023 ??

[@premiumlightacademy]

Also a good camera! If you thinking about video, I'd go for the II.

[@thomascarlsson7722]

I have one. Paid 350€ and only a few thousands on the shuttercount. Camera look like new. The build quality is the best. Pro, and still good enough for most. Not a consumer basic plastic model. Only magnesium and made when Canon was using only the best material and handmade skills at Oita factory. 21.1 Mpix is good enough and FF. Together with L lenses it works. Rest is up to the photographer. 1D series and 5D.s. Thats what a Canon RAW shooter needs. Build, batterylife, weather sealing and many many things making these machines able in all kinds of conditions.

[@Stuffed007]

Imagine quality is all it’s about this camera delivers on that and that’s all that matters

[@jorisstrickx]

I'm still using the MK2 and recently bought a second one second hand. I shot with the more recent canon rp a few weeks ago and it can't stand up to the quality of the old MK2. And I'll be using them both till they die.

[@Mme.Swisstella]

How many money it cost?

[@jorisstrickx]

​@@Mme.Swisstella around 300-400 euro.

[@Mme.Swisstella]

@@jorisstrickx¿ will it be good condition in 300-400€ ?

[@jorisstrickx]

​@@Mme.Swisstellayes, mine is in good condition. Bought thru a camera store with some guarantee. But it works perfect.

[@Mme.Swisstella]

@@jorisstrickx how many shutterments it can have without risk if I buy high shutter also is 5d mkiii also a good one thank

[@brentpolk8331]

It beats ANY $200+ pocket cam HANDS DOWN!

[@paulanthony1689]

5DM2 = great images. But the 9 point focusing system left something to be desired. This was fixed with the M3, which might be a better buy

[@Mme.Swisstella]

At best buy or?

[@bigstick5278]

Ansel used 8X10 Large format that today no digital format has topped.

[@bhuvanabhuvana1314]

Super bro❤

I'll never sell my 5D Mk II, it's a geme.

[@NguyenPun-xq3gj]

👍

[@bamsemh1]

It can what today's Canons can't 💪use third party lenses 😉 And it still depends on the glass that is mounted on the "computer". 😉

[@ajazahmed2488]

I’m not going to change to new one

[@kiwipics]

Just beware of the Mk2 shutter issues ... I prefer the Mk1.

[@Mme.Swisstella]

What are the shutter issues?

[@bobair2]

CANON 5D MARK II REVIEW: A 15-Year-Old DSLR Still Good?-yes it is!

[@gundarsmiks4889]

50mm is such an awkward lens on FF. Its not realy portrait. Not realy wide shot. I kinda dont like it the most actualy. Usualy i suppose people look the best kinda in a middle shot, like pelvis to head or something... Walked around all day just filming stuff... And its just so awkward to find anything to put in shot... Its better for photo though, because you can rotate the camera 90 degrees for a portrait shot. But yeah... i realy dont get it, you have to work around it alot to get anything ok with it... If you have just one lens, a 35mm or 24mm would do so much better. And then go straigh in to 85mm and 135mm. I own a 50mm but its hard to find good use for it actualy...

[@Steve-tn5cr]

Nobody has even memtioned the focus system

[@Mme.Swisstella]

Is it swiss

[@gundarsmiks4889]

Lets talk about Specks .. yes, sir!!! Specks are... You know...

[@dima1353]

Older Canons may be more reliable than some other cameras from that era, but I can't recommend them to beginners. There are many nuances with these cameras, and especially the combination of an old camera + an old lens is almost guaranteed to have problems with AF. I don't support this trend of recommending junk from eBay to newbies. It's better to buy something new and more pleasant to use. Of course, you can shoot static scenes with old camera and its quality is sufficient for the web, but shooting static is boring; modern amateur cameras can reliably shoot people in motion, which looks more natural and fun. It often happens that if your model is not a professional, then asking her/him to run and fool around is the only way to get sincere photos. As for IQ - If you don’t need much, then get a more convenient and compact camera. You can shoot something for the web on this camera, but you also can do it with anything. You don't have to do it on a one kilogram museum artifact with just one more or less reliable cross-type AF sensor (if you're lucky) and a mirror that shakes the whole neighborhood.

[@DessieTots]

WHAT? I CANT HEAR YOU OVER THE NOISY MUSAK. CANON 5D MARK WHAT, MARK THREE?

[@garybrown5769]

Please either speak louder , turn your back ground music off or do voice over Can’t hear you man