This guy's energy is unmatched 😊👌🏻

I had several cameras of several brands. I was always on a budget when studying photography... the story short, I loved the 40D, and then I had the 1D. it's been years and want to comeback to a solid camera, this is the time to buy a 5d classic❤

I love the simplicity of the 5D. No auto iso; you just have to know how to use your exposure triangle. Pure photography. Great video; thankyou Robin.

I have owned MANY different cameras over the past 20 years, and the shutter sound of my 5d Classic is truly unique. This camera has to go down in history as the single best digital camera ever created! If canon re-introduced it as a new camera today, I'd be the first in line to buy one. Thanks for posting thus video.

Yes, canon's colours are very good, but that 5D classic is truly special, even for Canon. They tried to introduce film shooter to digital keeping the colours as faithful as possible and they never were able to get so close in the cameras that came after this.

Simply couldn't agree more. You introduced me to Olympus MFT and I will be forever thankful for that. However I am completely enamoured with shooting my new old 5D classics. They're incredible for the reasons you note.

Robin's enthusiasm is infectious, photos also brilliant! Yeah, I am keeping my mk ii ! Many thanks Robin.

A tip for those who want to buy a used 5D Classic: the first ones they produced used to have a weak pentaprism mirror mount, and after a few thousand shots, one of the mirrors would come off (the one you see when you remove the lens). Canon then started a recall campaign to reinforce the mirror. Just make sure the mirror is reinforced when you search for a second hand 5D; you can do it by removing the lens and checking if the mirror you see has two thin metal strips on the shorter sides (and btw if it might be helpful to anybody living in Europe: I'm currently selling on eBay my perfectly working 5D classic - one of the last few which were made with a reinforced mirror straight from the factory - because I need to reduce my belongings before moving to a new apartment and just keep my minimalist m43 setup. I know that it can still make somebody else really happy for the years to come. They're so simple, absolutely built like tanks, and trust me: the analog look this camera has is a real thing, it's just magic)

I believe that Canon really got everything right with the 5D Classic, it really still works and I have Leica, Fuji, Nikon cameras as well but the 5D is always the go to!

I agree on this point. Although I like to use Sony cameras but still that there is some magic to canon color science. I am using Canon 5D Mark II

I feel that many Leica Q and Fujifilm x100v users try to get the special images that this camera outputs. that natural burst of color and organic grain that has a film like look to it. The images are so special. I have two 5d classics. One of them died, but my backup is still going strong.

I also agree with you, Robin. Where the color science from this Canon camera is really beautiful and natural. Thank you for sharing your views and experiences using this camera. Big LIKE for you.

The 5d classic is a magic camera. I prefer it almost over any of the newer cameras. Yes it’s nowhere near as good technically, but as a portrait camera I have yet to come across something better for skin tones

Hi Robin! Now you have me wanting to buy a 5D. You brought back memories of my first DSLR, the Canon 300D.

I am absolutely in love with my 5D classic. I had the Mkii and it just wasn't the same.

Outstanding video on the Canon 5D Classic camera Robin. It has been well documented that the older lower megapixel sensors e.g. Canon 5D Classic, Nikon D3, D700 and Fujifilm X-Pro1 cameras render a more cinematic and filmic look. As a photographer who learned photography shooting film I appreciate the color rendition and more cinematic rendering of these older sensors. Thanks so much for your thoughts, insight and impression of this truly classic Canon DSLR.

This is my main camera that I still use regularly, and it's still near mint condition. I wouldn't even sell it because it wouldn't fetch enough to buy a modern replacement. It'd be like selling your 10 year old car that just went out of warranty just to buy a new one, even though it's paid off and looks and works fine.

I have two of these Robin. Honestly one was rough so I bought another off eBay a year later. Was going to sell the rough one but then I was like "Nah I would rather keep as a backup". Great video.

Great to have discovered your channel, Robin. Your enthusiasm is contagious, but your street photography is...sublime! Prior to a trip to Europe in early 2008, I was faced with choice between the 5D and the then-new APS-C 40D. I was favoring the 5D as a logical addition to my EOS film SLRs but panicked at last minute by the absence of Sensor Cleaning feature, especially as I often venture out with multiple lenses. I never regretted the purchase of the 40D, loved its colors and all the memories it captured. I did - finally - step up to full-frame with the 5D Mk IV, largely for its outstanding performance in low light/high ISO situations, all the while keeping the 40D as a second DSLR. More recently I added a 6D which I also love. But lately I've been hearing about the unique, more film-like, colors attributed to the original 5D. Plus, as with film, I like the more thoughtful shooting process that older technology cameras tend to impose. Your commentary - along with the wonderful photo reels - have moved me a step further toward adding one to my "tool kit." Thank you! And, yes, I have subscribed to your channel.

I couldn´t agree more with your review. I own two 5D Mk I bodies, that I used for event photography for a decade. Recently, I bought a 6D Mk I which has everything I miss in the 5D: faster processing speed, much better screen quality, features like wifi, GPS and auto ISO thet I need in some situations. The 6D has a broader dynamic range and a more sensitive (outstanding) central focus point and a similar picture quality to the 5D Mk I. However, the 5D produces more film-like pictures and that is because I kept both of my 5D bodies, that are a charm wih my pro "L" lenses. Great video. I enjoyed it very much. Thumbs up for sure. Greetings.

I bought a 5D in about 2016 so I could explore the much discussed world of “full frame”. I really enjoyed it. I took it as my only camera on trips to Japan and China. Over time, I learned its limitations and quirks. I can almost change ISO without looking at the button (you change drive mode if you turn the wrong dial - done it many times). This is my only DSLR now with everything else mirrorless. But I love picking it up and seeing through the OVF. Yesterday I was taking pictures of equipment I am selling. My mirrorless cameras were not focusing properly in low light but I brought out the 5D and got some great shots.

Always love your videos, would love to see you do something similar on Nikon D700

I agree with all of the 10 reasons you cited for loving Canon’s 5D. I have a Canon 5D Mk lll myself and I will never give it up. For me, this camera is a keeper. Thank you for your reflections about this great camera and they are all absolutely valid opinions as far as I am concerned.

I love your enthusiasm!!!

very useful review. In fact, very interesting to know that many old cameras perform so well

It´s nice to see a pro photographer who is such a big enthusiast!

It's great to see an older camera performing so well - think we get hung up on getting the latest gear when it's really all about honing your own skills and what better camera to try on a budget. Reliability is very reassuring,something that OM Systems need to address if my experiences are anything to go by. My EM10 mk 2 had the pancake lens fail twice in less then five years followed by the screen - not impressed!

I watched this video. I got a cheap Canon 5D. I'm really pleased, Robin.

Funny. I was talking to my dog today on our afternoon walk and one of the things I told him that I particularly liked about my Canon 5D Mark II was the sound of it's shutter. I own lots of cameras including the Fujifilm X100F, Fujifilm X-E3 and many compact cameras, but there is something most reassuring and deeply satisfying about the clunk of the Canon 5D shutter. It reminds me of all those VW ads on television where they were always going on about the sound of the car door shutting. In the end it can be the non-functional aspects of a product that fosters our affection for it. Isn't it the same in love - we never fall in love for functional reasons, we are caught by a smile or the warmth of a touch.

Great budget camera still does good photos.

The Fuji S5 was best at colors and rendition, although I own both the 5D and Fuji S5, thank you for your wonderful video, I was fortunate to spend two years is China back in 2008-2010 it was a wonderful experience the people there are very nice and I thoroughly enjoyed those years.

I do not write comments often, but seeing your vdo, I couldn't help myself. Your energy is contagious ! Thanks for the work that you do. I also loved 'shutter-therapy' - never heard it before.

I used to have the 5D and loved it. I still have the 6D (original) and consider it a slight upgrade that produces similar photos.

Nice summary Robin! I also rock my 5D classic regularly 🙂

Funny I was out shooting my dinosaur e-5 today. I can’t get over the beautiful colors I get with that camera. It’s fantastic for flowers and wildlife.

I caved and finally picked up a 5D Classic, in mint condition, it looks like it's never been used before. The first thing I noticed is how the finish of the camera is nearly identical to my EOS 1v. The entire interface and how to use the camera is very much similar to the EOS 1v - the design principle of the user experience is that everything you need is accessed through a button press and the dials - no menu other than when you need a custom function (mirror lock up) or bracketing - exactly as on the 1v or 1n. Even the remote shutter release port is the same as on the 1n and 1v - not as with later digital EOS bodies. The 5D Classic is essentially a digital version of the analog 1v and 1n. Canon made the 5D Classic to lure their film photography 1n and 1v customers to digital - and they did a great job with that. I can see that 5D Classic quickly becoming one of my favorite cameras.

I bought this one for $160 before all the madness of prices we are living and I'm in love. Maybe is just perception but I think I can tell what pictures took with this one and which ones took with my RP or my 5DM4.

HI Robin, great video. I too have a Canon 5d classic, and agree with everything you said. There is just something about using that camera, I love it!

Thanks for such delightful insights always

Thanks, Robin! You're so cool and full of life! Cheers! Stay happy. much love from the Philippines

I've got a 5D Mark II, but I've had my eye on a 5D Classic for a couple of years, I can't wait to add one to my bag.

My main frustration with the 5D was how much it was a dust magnet. When I upgraded to the 6D, it was a relief that I hardly had to worry about dust anymore.

About colors: Canon has lost it completely since the older 5D models so unfortunately your statement is no longer valid for newer cameras (the old 5D rocks though). Canon colors these days are quite muted, cold and "clinical" (partly because of the lenses I think) and easily end up cartoonish when pushed and skintones appear more "anemic" when the light is not optimal. IMO (as a Canon shooter since 2008) Olympus is No 1 in the color department. Whatever they are doing, never EVER change it. Rich, vivid, warm colors with earthy tones right out of the gate with minimal need for PP. Love it.

Love the energy! 💯

Excellent, much enjoyed....probably the most enthusiastic review of the 5D, I think you've convinced me!!

Great reasons, and no shame in the shutter sound! It's all part of the experience.

Some of my best photos were with the 5D classic. My one is still absolutely immaculate as good as the day I bought it. I use a Canon 7dmkII at the moment and long waiting for the Canon R7. I'm still thinking about the OM-1 but I thought I would try the Canon R7 first then sell it for the OM-1 if I don't like it.

Your enthusiasm is killing my wallet, Robin. 😉

Dinosaur cameras rock and I should know as I own a 5DmkII,5DmkIII and a 5DS. I would of got a 5D (classic) but at the time I was not aware of it's existence.

Bought one. Love it. So much I bought another on the cheap! I use my old Takumar lenses and yes, the adapter with contacts is worth it as it activates the focus confirmation sensor.

Thanks

I still like my digital Canon EOS 6d. In addition to my Olympus OM-D E-M 1 Mk2, I always have it with me. With the Canon 40mm 2.8 pancake, it's relatively compact and the battery life is phenomenal. Once again a great camera presentation. Thanks!

Thank you :)

Reason #9 optical view finder. Thank you for discussing EVF vs. OVF. For me, I embrace the EVF. WYSIWYG is important for me. The sensor doesn’t see the world quite the same way I do. As you suggest, the EVF lets me see what the image will look like before I press the shutter. That is a major benefit. In addition, I like to shoot in B&W. I can see B&W when using an OVF but it is so much easier seeing the image in B&W in the view finder. It is easier to see the light as the camera sees it. I am a mirrorless convert. The price of this body is so cheap. Having the choice of so many Canon lenses is also a powerful argument for this body. The telling argument you make is you enjoy using this body. If it ain’t fun it ain’t getting used. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

Katselin tämän videon. Hankin halvalla Canon 5D. Olen todella tyytyväinen, Robin.

Great Video. Thanks

I think it's fun to own older cameras. It makes you experience something else, change how you take a picture. You may not feel as serious when using it. There is more fun and one is more likely to try things that they would not otherwise.

My fav camera! I have 2 5d classic before.

I love my 5Dinosaur, it is pretty spartan but the IQ is awesome! I agree, Canon got the colors right from the beginning. I have also a 6D and the colors are much more "earthy-warmer" than the "greenish-cooler" palette of the 5D, both are awesome. Yes, it might be 13mp (not 12 lol) but remember the Sony A7s cameras are 12mp and many people use them not only for video but for stills too. Not long ago the norm on m43 was 16mp. I have self-publish 2 books, one with images taken with my 10mp M8 and one with my 18mp M9P, so 13 sounds like a sweet spot to me! One of the beauties of full-frame cameras is the look they give even with low-cost lenses. Now imagine what you can do with top-of-the-line L-lenses.

Get the 40mm. What a bargain! So light! Makes the 5dc a better all day walk around outfit!

Robin, always love your energy and passion for photography and gear. Lately, I've had an eye on the Canon 5D classic for several reasons. I own and shoot the Nikon D700 for some of the same reasons you mention in this video about the Canon 5D. Thanks for sharing your images and demonstrating that it is the photographer that still makes the images. Well done. There are just a few statements here I could take an issue with (but I'll limit it to one). "You're seeing exactly what your eyes are seeing through the camera". Yes, in part, this is true. You're not seeing a limited DR representation of "real life". But Robin, (and I know you know this), the images captured by the sensor also do not possess the DR of "real life" or more accurately, what our eyes see. In addition, with DSLRs, we never see the image we are actually taking (mirror flips up), but with some of the current iterations of mirrorless cameras (Nikon Z8/Z9 and others), there is no blackout or lag in EVF representation. While I'm on this difference, I'll just mention the limited focus points of the DSLRs like the 5D classic and some need to focus and recompose. That said, I still love shooting with my D700 and taking portraits with it. It's fun making my photography friends guess which camera I took them with. Nailing eye focus though, with shallow DOF lenses, is far faster and more efficient on some of the current mirrorless bodies (for me). Thanks as always.

even newest mft cameras can reach this feeling.

Great Review. Thank You Robin.

MFT Olympus! LOl. Even iPhones images are sharp . The characteristic of smaller sensors. 5d canon is a legend.

I really appreciate this video. I just bought one and hope to have it by next weekend. I want to see what it’s like actually using an older camera instead of taking pics with the newer cameras and slapping an old styled filter on it. I can’t wait to use it!

Love your enthusiasm! 😄 Just picked up the Markii and am loving it!

Amazing review ❤️ I love your passion and photos and the 5D ☺️

i have 4 canon bodies. 5d is one of them. 2 of them that i love the most are 1d mark ii and 1ds mark ii. i think you'll start to fall in love when you pair this 5d classic with a 70-200 is usm lens

Very nice photos Robin!!

"Mirror-slapping, shutter-clacking" - i think you've found a way to make golf interesting.

Really It's a tank camera, owned a 5D Mk III and intended to get a 5D classic for 60$ as an antique camera and didn't even try to shoot with it, but when I switched lens to the 5D classic it's just like shooting in the 5D Mk III. It's fast in any way, it's durable, especially it's shutter sound cause satisfactory, the photos are still very nice and has a feel to them. Now I adapt vintage lenses like the SMC Takumar 55 f1.8 to the 5D Classic to get a pure vintage photographhy experience :D

I am considering buying a 5D because I want a full frame camera I can afford. You've convinced me that this is with my purchase, ask my other cameras are ASP-C sensors

Reason # 11: It attracts gorgeous models.

Good to see your camera collection ballooning. Don’t you ever run out of dry cabinet space for all the new bodies? 😅

Great video, I also have the 5D classic and like it a lot alongside the original Canon full frame, the 1Ds. FYI, when the digital age came in late 90's, Canon entered a technical agreement with Kodak the film company to acquire the color science. Nikon did the same with Fuji. Both cooperative agreements must have been exclusive enough that the remaining japanese camera producers were left out and had to create it on their own. Needless to say, Minolta, Pentax, Yashica, Olympus have not done well in the market place.

Canon 5d rulez :)

Bought one recently for $160. Still takes great “filmic” images

Wait, that 50mm is a great lens!

But it's really so hard to find this camera with good condition now.

Please make video on how to use micro four thirds camera and wireless trigger for micro four thirds in TTL mode with flash in TTL mode for canon and nikon As its easy to find nikon and Canon TTL flash in market so can i use them with micro four third camera in TTL mode

The 50 f1.8 is crap on full frame, so if you think that gives amazing results, please try the canon ef 50 f1.4! That will give you the best results if you factor in the price as well 👍

Hi robin I've just bought a 5d classic today. I can't wait to get it in my hands. Any useful advice...

Lovely camera, I shoot it alongside my Hasselblad X2D and X1D mark ii, and I love the results. Haven’t you tried Canons own 85mm f1.8, it’s a fabulous lens, even shot on my Hasselblad with an adapter it fills the medium format image frame almost vithout vignetting. See my video review of it here on KZfaq. By the way, I would add that images from 5D has a very film like look, which is awesome in these days of digital perfection.

“Shutter therapy sessions” love it 😂

Canon co-developed this camera with Kodak

Good to see you use other brands moving forward. 👍

Keeps calling the 5D a dinosaur but I just got my first Canon SLR the EF-M from 1991 XD

Thanks!

4k is 8 Megapixel, 12 mp is more than enough for all platforms

Hi, Great video thanks Robin, great shots too, very inspiring! How do you find focussing off centre subjects with such a basic AF system, especially with shallow depths of field? Focus & recompose would surely throw the focus out? Also is it true only the very centre AF point actially works?! Many thanks 🙏

Same but with the Canon 6D Mk i (aka the Classic)

Just say others colours are bad … i agree with that hahaha has been shooting with canon for 5 years and love the colours

the autofocus isn't as reliable as people say. They have a tendency to backfocus, that is the focus ends up slightly behind your subject. Incredibly annoying. Might be fixed if you service it, but I've done so before and I'm not too sure it actually got better. I would go for a 6d in order to get the best of both worlds, although you loose out on build quality (but ergonomically it's very similar).

These images make the whole spec race seem pointless. Great photos

I like you! Nice videos. Keep up the good work.

Please answer, Canon 5D Mark ii or 5D Clasic?

Can anyone tell me what's wrong with my 5D? It worked fine the other day, but now, when I take a picture, the screen only shows vertical, colored lines. I tried different lenses, batteries, etc... But same results. Everything else is working like normal, but every picture just shows the same screen of vertical lines. You can't see the image I took at all.

sure all SOOC ?

Hi may i know where di you buy it from? Can share the link?

how much you pay only for 35mm 1.2 of canon?