Thanks for keeping this very special camera alive. I’ve bought this camera 3 times and then sold it because online opinions and marketing of newer technology convinced me that this 16 year old camera couldn’t possibly give me more satisfying results than newer cameras, but then I gave newer cameras a try and was always disappointed when comparing their photos to the original 5D. I’m about to buy it again for the 4th and final time.
Thank you! It deserves to be spoken about I think, it was a turning point in the early stages of digital cameras.. The simplicity of digital cameras from that time is so much more appealing than ten million technical gizmos to get lost in haha. All the best with your next 5D!
I love my 5D Classic. Ive bought it for 150€ a few years ago and it never disappoints. For me it is the perfect snapshot camera for every occasion. I never shoot in raw. Canon pretty much nailed color science and everything else you need to take great pictures. No editing needed at all. Even with vintage m42 lenses this camera just rocks.
Don't understand why photographers are still in love with a sixteen year old DSLR! However, beginning to fathom now as I got one myself ten days ago! Have used 5DII and 5DIII extensively. But this one is special, so close to a film SLR. Just love it.
I bought the 5D on a whim, mainly because of the price. I'd never had a Canon digital body (or fully frame) and I was curious...Well it's safe to say I fell in love and it's since become my main digital camera. I'll always have it with me. The pictures it produces feel so alive and so rich - I just love it!
I heard the jpegs straight out of the camera are incredible, especially colors. I would love to see it. I can't find them anywhere though, because everyone shows us raw/processed files. Could you please show us in another video? 😀
Some nice shots in there! Sold my 5d classic a while ago and got a 6d instead to get live view and better low light capabilities. Have to say that at lower ISOs there isn't much of a difference between the two. Highly recommend the 5d classic also.
Nice shots with this classic camera ! ... I've got mine 2 weeks ago and I am in love with the photos it takes, the colours are incredible. Most of my EF glass works great regarding focus, the EF 50 1.2 does not but the 50 1.8 is just fine. I took some shots with the 5D and the EOS R and the EOS R looks a bit "flat" compared to the 5D, straight out or camera. If I want to get the job done quick and reliable: EOS R, if I want to see magic happening: 5D classic. Propably one of the last bits of kit to ever leave the house again! Postproduction: if any: lift up the shadows a tiny bit, bring down the highlights a bit, add a tad of sharpening -> Done ...
I bought two 5D classics years ago because they're cheap bangers these days when you don't want your expensive kit around when out and about. While my 5D Mark IV is obviously technically far superior (and is still the obvious choice when on the job) - the 5D classics are a simple joy to use daily and, dare I say it, more fun! Plus the limitations in cropping and file pushing really make you a better photographer, because you have to nail it in the camera, rather than "fix it in post" for the most part. But even then, coupled with modern RAW editing advancements and AI upscaling/sharpening - the 5D can deliver insane results for its age and price. Highly recommended!
Nice, I have one coming next week. Can't wait to see how it keeps up with my Nikon D700, The Legend. I expect them to be quite similar. The D700 also seems to have better colours than later models.
@@alwynsmit3546 I think they are both great. The benefit for me, regarding the 5d, is that I have the 24-120mm f4 lens for Canon. It is one of my favourite lenses. I have more Nikon lenses than Canon, but not the 24-120 f4. That is the disadvantage of spreading over many brands.
Bro, love the images! I have a 5D classic as well, thinking about dusting it off and walking around a little, will see if I get anything good. Just wish the thing wasn't so damn heavy! Perhaps a mirrorless full frame like the eos rp would be a good investment.
Thank you! I usually shoot in Aperture priority with the spot meter and manual focus. As for the colours all photos are SOOC Raw files with slight contrast and saturation adjustments :)
Thank you. The 5D would be perfect for scanning film, cheap and effective with just about the right megapixel count (small file sizes with enough crop flexibility) with a good minimum focus distance - just make sure you get a macro / zoom lens
@@negativemob5545 When you edit do you use the Adobe standard? I've been doing tests editing with the camera profiles in the software, but I find the colors too saturated and the contrast too strong.
@@herickbeira I'll probably get a load of people unsub for this haha but I use Photoscape, it's a free editing app for Mac that suits my needs just fine
@@negativemob5545 Photoscape is a classic! The edition was really good. Because most use Lightroom or Adobe Camera Raw, we imagine that everyone uses 😂
I dont understand much of what you're saying because you're british but I have this camera and to me it is absolutely a treasure! I love my canon 5d classic. once you take a photo.. there is NO need for editing ... it is just genuine and authentic photo taking camera.
I used aperture priority with the spot meter predominantly. It’s similar to using manual but I prefer using Aperture priority with a spot meter as it helps me meter a scene quicker ! All shots are edited raw files too, no JPEGS
The best old cameras, like the 5D, have going for them is relatively old school color science, big pixels, small files and simplicity. However for someone starting to get into the hobby it would be better to aim for early mirrorless full frame like a A7. You can learn in a more interactive way with a more powerful tool without breaking the bank. I owned a 5D when it was new, I own one again that I picked up for €130,- about a year ago. Time moves on, it is a nice camera, but a lot of nostalgia pink glasses with the old gear love stories.
Ok but what about the repair? I just bought a used 5D and I'm hoping it will last as long as possible ... but I'm already changing my mind about the purchase because when it breaks I won't be able to repair it because repair centers certainly don't have spare parts.
It’s a personal choice but I’d be happy to just buy another cheap second-hand one if mine failed, the body only cost me £180 so it’s not the end of the world lol
Honestly it won't be long before that'll be the case no matter what camera you chose to go with (unless you buy it new). I think you still can get then adjusted and whatnot. Getting one today, you'll probably get away cheaper with getting a new one if you have to repair it. What I'm worried about though is the supply of batteries, but for now (and with it's resurgence in popularity) there seems to be steady suppliers that make their own. I'm looking to the 5dsr for my next camera when my current 5d gives out. It seems the colours are quite similar, given the, in effect, none existant low pass filter. But I'll probably croke before my cameras do.
The video shots are much better than the photos, which are blown out and as flat as a pancake. No wonder it`an old crappy camera almost 20 years old, not even better than a smartphone.
I just edit the photographs on my computer and airdrop them to my phone from there. Maybe you could try using a CF card reader and plug in your phone USB, but I’m unsure whether this works so try at your own risk :)
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Thanks for keeping this very special camera alive. I’ve bought this camera 3 times and then sold it because online opinions and marketing of newer technology convinced me that this 16 year old camera couldn’t possibly give me more satisfying results than newer cameras, but then I gave newer cameras a try and was always disappointed when comparing their photos to the original 5D.
I’m about to buy it again for the 4th and final time.
Thank you! It deserves to be spoken about I think, it was a turning point in the early stages of digital cameras.. The simplicity of digital cameras from that time is so much more appealing than ten million technical gizmos to get lost in haha. All the best with your next 5D!
I love my 5D Classic. Ive bought it for 150€ a few years ago and it never disappoints. For me it is the perfect snapshot camera for every occasion. I never shoot in raw. Canon pretty much nailed color science and everything else you need to take great pictures. No editing needed at all. Even with vintage m42 lenses this camera just rocks.
Go raw, you'll never go back. Trust me. There's soo much more to be squeezed out of this camera's raw files.
Don't understand why photographers are still in love with a sixteen year old DSLR!
However, beginning to fathom now as I got one myself ten days ago! Have used 5DII and 5DIII extensively. But this one is special, so close to a film SLR. Just love it.
I bought the 5D on a whim, mainly because of the price. I'd never had a Canon digital body (or fully frame) and I was curious...Well it's safe to say I fell in love and it's since become my main digital camera. I'll always have it with me. The pictures it produces feel so alive and so rich - I just love it!
It's a fantastic classic digital camera. It gets a lot of attention being an older digital cam, the other is the X-pro1. I enjoy using the 5D Classic.
I too enjoying both 5Dc & X pro 1
Had mine since it first came out, used it semi professionally, never needed another camera, still going strong.
I heard the jpegs straight out of the camera are incredible, especially colors. I would love to see it. I can't find them anywhere though, because everyone shows us raw/processed files. Could you please show us in another video? 😀
Some nice shots in there! Sold my 5d classic a while ago and got a 6d instead to get live view and better low light capabilities. Have to say that at lower ISOs there isn't much of a difference between the two. Highly recommend the 5d classic also.
Nice shots with this classic camera ! ... I've got mine 2 weeks ago and I am in love with the photos it takes, the colours are incredible. Most of my EF glass works great regarding focus, the EF 50 1.2 does not but the 50 1.8 is just fine.
I took some shots with the 5D and the EOS R and the EOS R looks a bit "flat" compared to the 5D, straight out or camera. If I want to get the job done quick and reliable: EOS R, if I want to see magic happening: 5D classic. Propably one of the last bits of kit to ever leave the house again! Postproduction: if any: lift up the shadows a tiny bit, bring down the highlights a bit, add a tad of sharpening -> Done ...
I bought two 5D classics years ago because they're cheap bangers these days when you don't want your expensive kit around when out and about. While my 5D Mark IV is obviously technically far superior (and is still the obvious choice when on the job) - the 5D classics are a simple joy to use daily and, dare I say it, more fun! Plus the limitations in cropping and file pushing really make you a better photographer, because you have to nail it in the camera, rather than "fix it in post" for the most part. But even then, coupled with modern RAW editing advancements and AI upscaling/sharpening - the 5D can deliver insane results for its age and price. Highly recommended!
So many image samples. Love it
Great photos. The color rendering has a pastel quality. You have a good eye for composition.
What lens(es?) were used?
Thank you so much. Every image was taken with the canon EF 50mm F1.8 II. I was pretty impressed for 50 bucks!
❤️❤️❤️ great video
Love mine!
Nice, I have one coming next week. Can't wait to see how it keeps up with my Nikon D700, The Legend. I expect them to be quite similar. The D700 also seems to have better colours than later models.
So how did the 5dc compare to the D700?
@@alwynsmit3546 I think they are both great. The benefit for me, regarding the 5d, is that I have the 24-120mm f4 lens for Canon. It is one of my favourite lenses. I have more Nikon lenses than Canon, but not the 24-120 f4. That is the disadvantage of spreading over many brands.
my first ever camera was the 1100d and the 5d colour is very reminiscent of that camera.
Hopefully it brought back some good memories!
it`s a beautiful camera for street photography
Nice.
Really good shots
Thank you!
Bro, love the images! I have a 5D classic as well, thinking about dusting it off and walking around a little, will see if I get anything good. Just wish the thing wasn't so damn heavy! Perhaps a mirrorless full frame like the eos rp would be a good investment.
Love it ! Have on my self. But don’t get those colours…what’s your settings? Av ? Tv? Focus?
Thanks 😊
Thank you! I usually shoot in Aperture priority with the spot meter and manual focus. As for the colours all photos are SOOC Raw files with slight contrast and saturation adjustments :)
@@negativemob5545 thank you !
your images really suit the tone of narration
Thank you brother ! Hope you enjoyed :)
Love of the shots in rye looking for a 5d to scan film what do you think
Thank you. The 5D would be perfect for scanning film, cheap and effective with just about the right megapixel count (small file sizes with enough crop flexibility) with a good minimum focus distance - just make sure you get a macro / zoom lens
@@negativemob5545 nice one ill have to search the market for one now
I'm a big fan of Canon color. What picture style did you use for these shots?
The photos in this video are raw files with slight contrast and saturation adjustments :)
@@negativemob5545 When you edit do you use the Adobe standard? I've been doing tests editing with the camera profiles in the software, but I find the colors too saturated and the contrast too strong.
@@herickbeira I'll probably get a load of people unsub for this haha but I use Photoscape, it's a free editing app for Mac that suits my needs just fine
@@negativemob5545 Photoscape is a classic! The edition was really good. Because most use Lightroom or Adobe Camera Raw, we imagine that everyone uses 😂
Amazing, looking forward to get 5d classic. Does the sample photos are JPEG or raw?
I dont understand much of what you're saying because you're british but I have this camera and to me it is absolutely a treasure! I love my canon 5d classic. once you take a photo.. there is NO need for editing ... it is just genuine and authentic photo taking camera.
Absolutely agree, the results just so pleasing to look at and so natural
I fully understand what you are saying because you are British....I agree with everything you said !
Thank you for the video.
but did you shoot full auto?
Would be nice to have some extra info on those shots to have an idea.
I used aperture priority with the spot meter predominantly. It’s similar to using manual but I prefer using Aperture priority with a spot meter as it helps me meter a scene quicker ! All shots are edited raw files too, no JPEGS
@@negativemob5545 thank you sir
@@negativemob5545 only jpegs straight out the camera have that film look with shadows leaning towards green colour
The best old cameras, like the 5D, have going for them is relatively old school color science, big pixels, small files and simplicity. However for someone starting to get into the hobby it would be better to aim for early mirrorless full frame like a A7. You can learn in a more interactive way with a more powerful tool without breaking the bank. I owned a 5D when it was new, I own one again that I picked up for €130,- about a year ago. Time moves on, it is a nice camera, but a lot of nostalgia pink glasses with the old gear love stories.
Images out of the 5D blow away anything out of the A7, trying to convince yourself otherwise is pure delusion.
Ok but what about the repair? I just bought a used 5D and I'm hoping it will last as long as possible ... but I'm already changing my mind about the purchase because when it breaks I won't be able to repair it because repair centers certainly don't have spare parts.
It’s a personal choice but I’d be happy to just buy another cheap second-hand one if mine failed, the body only cost me £180 so it’s not the end of the world lol
Honestly it won't be long before that'll be the case no matter what camera you chose to go with (unless you buy it new). I think you still can get then adjusted and whatnot. Getting one today, you'll probably get away cheaper with getting a new one if you have to repair it. What I'm worried about though is the supply of batteries, but for now (and with it's resurgence in popularity) there seems to be steady suppliers that make their own.
I'm looking to the 5dsr for my next camera when my current 5d gives out. It seems the colours are quite similar, given the, in effect, none existant low pass filter. But I'll probably croke before my cameras do.
I'd buy at least one more and keep it in storage just in case anything happens to the one you're using. Two or three more would be even better!
The video shots are much better than the photos, which are blown out and as flat as a pancake.
No wonder it`an old crappy camera almost 20 years old, not even better than a smartphone.
Did you post process and/or use a default style (like neutral or faithful) straight out of camera?
No default styles, just post processed raw files
Is it compatible with today's transmisors and manual flashes?
Yep!
If I wanted to post on social media, what is the best way to transfer quality photos from 5d classic to new iPhone?
I just edit the photographs on my computer and airdrop them to my phone from there. Maybe you could try using a CF card reader and plug in your phone USB, but I’m unsure whether this works so try at your own risk :)
you can use Lightning to SD Card Camera Reader from Apple and transfer image files to your phone right away but that dongle costs a bit
Hey I Just Got This Camera And Need To Know, How Do You Set Up Video ?
The 5D classic doesn’t record video
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