Canon EOS 5D Mark II Specifications

By Alexandra Savvides on 21 April 2009

The long-awaited successor to the 5D has arrived in the guise of the 5D Mark II. With its competent HD video functionality and excellent image quality, this camera doesn't disappoint.

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Audio

  • Built-in microphone Yes

Battery

  • Battery type(s) Rechargeable Lithium ion
  • Battery Charger External power adapter

Camera

  • Optical sensor CMOS
  • Megapixels 21.1 megapixels
  • Light sensitivity Auto ISO, ISO 50, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600, ISO 3200, ISO 6400, ISO 12800, ISO 25600
  • LCD display size 3 inch
  • Flash type Hotshoe

Connectivity

  • PC Connection USB, HDMI

General

  • Camera Type Digital SLR
  • Dimensions (H x W x D) 113.5 x 152 x 75 mm
  • Weight 810 g
  • Available colours Black

Other

  • Remote control No
  • Cables USB, Power adapter, Battery charger
  • Included accessories Shoulder strap

Still images

  • Still image format RAW + JPEG

Storage

  • Storage type(s) CompactFlash Type I, CompactFlash Type II
  • Internal memory MB

Video

  • Video capture resolution(s) 5616 x 3744 pixels
  • Video capture speed 30 fps

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