Not everyone will be able to afford a 5D Mark III, but if you're serious about movie making on a budget then this is a serious piece of kit via which to do it Not a camcorder, but included because Digital SLRs have really taken off the past couple of years as primary tools for ‘videographers'.

Setting a new benchmark for amateur and independent film makers; affordable alternative to pro broadcast cameras; rock solid workhorse-like build

Pricey if you don't require broadcast quality video; slight delay whilst mirror mechanism flips out of the way before video recording can commence; clip duration limited to just under 30 minutes as it's a camera not a camcorder

5D owners may well have felt that the MkII didn't really do enough to grab their attention because it didn't address enough of its older sibling's deficiencies. The increased resolution was attractive, but again not enough on its own.

That Canon EOS 5D Mark III is the celebrated successor to the wildly popular 5D Mark II, packing in several significant improvements, new technologies, but only a 22MP sensor. We know that pixel count isn't everything (and we implore that you feel the same) but Canon claims that the sensor employs a...

Amazing AF system; Good high ISO still and video performance; lighter body with weather sealing; Silent jog dial for uninterrupted audio recording

Quite pricey compared to the camera it replaces and competes with; Noise in video is quite unpleasant (above ISO 8000 in low light

Really enhances your photo taking ability.

Having just looked at a small DSLR unit, this is a bigger one with a large lens, certainly not something to fit in a pocket and definitely something to attach the neck strap to unless of course you are into a tough fitness regime when it may not seem heavy.

Canon is one of the leading camera and camera equipment manufacturer in the world. It has produced numerous cameras segments in point and shoot, Video recording and DSLR ranges. This camera is one of the most advanced DSLR made by canon. It has a full frame sensor.

Probably for most people who work as a budding photographer, prices canon EOS 5D Mark III is quite expensive. But for a professional photographer expensive price is comparable with the quality provided by canen EOS 5D Mark III.

Canon EOS 5D Mark III so I recommend to you that the hobby of photography

quite expensive

Excellent camera, I upgraded from a 600D to have full frame and be able to shoot things at ISO 6400 with no problems (and 12500 in case of extreme emergency) is wonderful. Have had it in the rain and no problems at all, nice to have two memory slots if you're shooting a wedding and suddenly ran out...

The 5D Mark III is one of Canon's premier full-frame DSLRs, and for this reason, it's strange to see it lag behind the competition. Despite its shortcomings in sensor tests, battery life and additional features, it remains a good option for professional photographers – especially those with a...

This camera offers more cross-type focus points than most

Dynamic range is relatively poor at just 11.7 Evs

I cannot speak high enough of this camera. The AF system is amazing. The features are daunting to say the least but worth every penny. I cannot think of a shooting situation that cannot be covered with this camera. The build of the camera feels great so I don't feel like I am holding an egg.