Introduction
The EOS-1D X Mark III is the latest high-end, ultra-tough, hyper-fast DSLR from Canon. From the outside, it looks about the same as previous EOS-1D bodies dating back two decades. But on the inside, there are radical updates. And even though this is a big, double-grip DSLR, it functions as a highly capable mirrorless camera in Live View mode provided you`ve got the muscle to hold it out in front of you for extended periods of time.
This is also a camera that can take you beyond 8-bit JPEG shooting as your `finished image`, includes AF subject recognition based on machine learning in both OVF and live view shooting, and has some impressive video capabilities (including internal Raw video).
There`s a lot to cover on the EOS-1D X Mark III, so let`s get started with a rather lengthy list of key specifications before diving into just what this all means on the following pages.
Key specifications:
Updated 20.1MP CMOS sensor with Dual Pixel AF
Digic X processor
HEIF 10-bit recording (supports HDR display at smaller-than-JPEG sizes)
16fps bursts (viewfinder), 20fps bursts (Live View) with autofocus
All-new mirror mechanism to reduce vibration and blackout
191-pt viewfinder AF system with new `square pixel` design, 155 cross-type points, Face + head detection, sensitivity to -4 EV, all points support F8 shooting
Live View AF system is now 90% horiz / 100% vertical coverage with enhanced eye detection, sensitivity down to -6 EV, supports F11 shooting
New AF `Smart Controller` built into the AF-ON buttons
5.5K/60p 12-bit Raw video recording, 4K/60p 4:2:2 10-bit H.265/HEVC recording
Dual CFExpress card slots for virtually unlimited buffer in most situations
CIPA rated to 2850 shots with the viewfinder, 610 with Live View using LP-E19 battery
Shutter rated to 500k shots
Weighs 1440g
And those are just the key specifications.
The EOS-1D X Mark III is likely to find its way into the hands of sports, wedding and ev ...
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