Is The Canon 5D Classic REALLY Worth buying in 2024?

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@StreetPhotographyChina 4 ай бұрын

I bought my Canon 5D NEW almost 20 years ago and it was my main camera for well over a decade. I've taken some stunning images with this camera, and it's one of the cheapest ways to get into full frame photography in 2024. The video includes quite a few of the photos I've taken with the 5D over the years, so you can see what it's capable of.

@photo1416 Ай бұрын

I know everything about this camera, but it was interesting to hear a rather rare compact and professional description of the camera. I also saw the name of the channel, and I'm also into street photography. And so, subscribe!)

@guyphoto9437 Ай бұрын

I purchased a Canon 5D MK II shortly after its release. I've never owned the 5D. I've used the 5d MKII for many weddings, portraits, grad. seniors, models, etc., and never had a problem with it. In fact, I still have it and use it on occasion. The 5D MKII does have an Auto ISO, and the ISO goes to 6400 ISO, and it has a 21 mp sensor. Since I'm not familiar with the original 5D I can't say what other differences there are. No one that I know of, and back in the day most of us pro photographers used the 5D MKII, had any problems with the mirror falling off. I assume like you said that Canon fixed that in later versions of the original 5D. I've always used mine with a battery grip, since I'm primarily a people shooter I shoot tons of verticals, not many horizontals. The color is awesome, as is the clarity, although clarity depends on the lenses more than the camera. It does get noisy at high ISOs, but not a big deal. I'm a photographer so I've actually never used the video option the 5D MKII came with, and most likely never will. If you can find a 5D MKII in good condition, with a low shutter count, grab it. You'll be impressed with the color and the camera in itself. Of the many hundreds of clients that hired me I never had one complaint about the color or any aspect that the camera/lens combination was responsible for.

@TheDavveponken Ай бұрын

I think the Canon 5d has better user ergonomics as the iso can be changed with the back wheel instead of the top wheel. They did fix the mirror on later models but there are still a lot floating around that wasn't fixed. It is easy to glue back though (although you might risk damaging the back of the lens on wide aperture lenses if it falls off. The Original 5d also doesn't have a silent shutter mode. The major con of the original 5d is the lack of AF micro-adjustment. There's virtually no difference in price between the 5d and the mark II on the used market today. The former selling for roughly 130 USD and the mark II for 200 USD. At least in my country.

@zer0k0ol58 10 күн бұрын

I would suggest you spend a little more and get the 5D Mk II with live view that the 5D lacks and is very useful for things like critical focus.

@takeytakeyphoties 4 ай бұрын

Surely it would be worth spending a little extra on a 5dmkii, the prices are almost identical?

@StreetPhotographyChina 4 ай бұрын

From what I've seen online, only the classic has that special filmic look and none of the ones after the orginal 5D have that, so it really depends what you want. Also, I think the video capability on the mark II would not be very useable. I would rather have the specialist stills camera personally.

@takeytakeyphoties 4 ай бұрын

@@StreetPhotographyChina yeah I wouldn't consider it for video, just for the improved technology between the i and ii.

@StreetPhotographyChina 4 ай бұрын

Ah ok, I think it really is a personal choice, but the main reason why a lot of people prefer the classic is the look of the images from that sensor which unfortunately did not continue with more recent models as they became more digital, but certainly the more advanced tech would be nice.

@CO8848_2 4 ай бұрын

I have it, is it "filmic"? No, that's an over used word. Yes, it looks different.

@CanoeToNewOrleans 4 ай бұрын

I have both. The images look similar. However, the 5D Classic has a certain glow. The colours are a bit richer. Both are good cameras. The 5D has the edge in image quality, but the 5DII is more user-friendly (has in-camera corrections, auto sensor cleaner, live view and better screen.)

@jkfshdfjsh 2 ай бұрын

Hi, nice video! Thanks for sharing. I've been thinking about exchanging my Canon 7D for a 5D classic. Am I out of my mind? haha.. I mean, will I see a big of a difference in the image quality ? Idk if you have shot with the 7D, but I'd appreciate your advice. Thanks again

@CanoeToNewOrleans 4 ай бұрын

Good video. You covered the subject well.

@StreetPhotographyChina 4 ай бұрын

Thanks. Appreciate the feedback.

@chakwong 2 ай бұрын

The mirror dropped off in my 5D 5 years ago. Cost me about $200 CAN to glue it back on!

@StreetPhotographyChina 2 ай бұрын

Yes, this was a design issue that was fixed in later models, although there are videos on KZbin to teach you how to glue it back without the costly fees.