Based on the poll, this is what I though exactly - people upgrade mostly because of AF and see the camera as a minor improvement in all areas and a big improvement in AF.
Let's see
| POLL: "I have upgraded from 5D MKII and see..." |
 Significant improvement in overall IQ | 5 6.2% |
| Significant improvement in high ISO performance | 12 14.8% |
| Significant improvement in DR | 0 0% |
| Phenomenal AF and higher FPS rate | 36 44.4% |
| Minor improvements overall, not a revolution | 14 17.3% |
| Not practical improvements over 5D MKIII and I did not upgrade | 14 17.3% |
Jun 26, 2012 05:00 | #16 Based on the poll, this is what I though exactly - people upgrade mostly because of AF and see the camera as a minor improvement in all areas and a big improvement in AF. www.lightpilgrim.com
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Jun 26, 2012 06:48 | #17 I am not too interested in fast AF as my 5D2 has always performed well enough for what I do. Ian
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huntersdad Goldmember 4,870 posts Likes: 652 Joined Nov 2008 More info | Jun 26, 2012 07:08 | #18 Having bought the 5d3 and then sold it for a 7d/5d2/cash, to me the answer was and still is no. While the AF is no doubt a tremendous improvement, there is little IQ improvement (wasn't really needed) and the ISO added stop isn't a big deal to me. In-camera HDR, MA on a zoom range and a little customization weren't enough to justify a cost increase to me. I'd rather have the 7d for my wildlife and birds and the 5d2 for everything else. Facebook
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Jun 26, 2012 07:20 | #19 Ianfp wrote in post #14633102  I am not too interested in fast AF as my 5D2 has always performed well enough for what I do. I am still interested in other areas of improvement, but what I have to consider is that I will need to add £2000 (~$3000) to what I will get for my camera to upgrade to a 5D3. Is it really worth that So far, I am not convinced that it is. I have been working with 5D MKII for 3 years and I think I will use the opportunity I have. I can sell it for a very good money and get MKIII for good money as well ($2900 USD) and so it will cost me 1300 USD to upgrade. I will do it. www.lightpilgrim.com
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Jun 26, 2012 08:35 | #20 light_pilgrim wrote in post #14633180 I have been working with 5D MKII for 3 years and I think I will use the opportunity I have. I can sell it for a very good money and get MKIII for good money as well ($2900 USD) and so it will cost me 1300 USD to upgrade. I will I will do it. I would agree, for $1300 it is worth upgrading. The prohibitively high prices in the UK make it less attractive! Ian
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Jun 26, 2012 13:58 | #21 I voted minor improvements overall, not a revolution www.lightpilgrim.com
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gjl711 Wait.. you can't unkill your own kill.  57,733 posts Likes: 4065 Joined Aug 2006 Location: Deep in the heart of Texas More info | Jun 26, 2012 14:30 | #22 light_pilgrim wrote in post #14633180 ...get MKIII for good money as well ($2900 USD) ... Where is the MkIII selling for $2900? Not sure why, but call me JJ.
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Jun 26, 2012 14:51 | #23 gjl711 wrote in post #14635279 Where is the MkIII selling for $2900? Here, where I live www.lightpilgrim.com
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iso79 Mostly Lurking 15 posts Joined Jun 2012 More info | Jun 26, 2012 15:02 | #24 I upgraded mostly because of the much improved AF, low light performance, FPS, better color balance, etc.. I also kept my MK II as a second body.
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patliean1 Senior Member  381 posts Likes: 3 Joined Aug 2010 Location: Chicagoland, IL More info | Jun 26, 2012 15:05 | #25 light_pilgrim wrote in post #14635373 Here, where I live What city do you live in? ...BECAUSE SEEKING VALIDATION FROM ANOTHER PHOTOGRAPHER IS WAY MORE IMPORTANT THAN THE OPINIONS OF PAID CLIENTS.
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Jun 26, 2012 15:06 | #26 patliean1 wrote in post #14635442 What city do you live in? Warsaw, Poland www.lightpilgrim.com
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dawnkyung Senior Member 951 posts Likes: 45 Joined Aug 2009 More info | I recently upgraded one of my 5D2s to a 5D3. I initially was of the camp, "My 5D2s work just fine for what I do, I don't NEED it." Those things are still true. However, now that I have one - I have to say that I love it. The camera itself in its menu systems and small layout changes make it a real joy to use. Image quality is wonderful, as is to be expected - but it's not light years ahead of my remaining 5D2. The AF is amazing, although it's more something I use in my personal downtime than paid photo shoots. dawn | 29 | gear
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tvphotog Cream of the Crop  More info | Jun 26, 2012 15:51 | #28 The camera has changed in so many ways that many people who have had it think it should have its own series number, and not just a new "mark" number of the 5D. I think your poll should have included an "all of these" choice. Jay
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NASSPhoto Goldmember  2,478 posts Likes: 899 Joined Jun 2009 Location: Westmoreland Co., PA More info | If you have the money, go for it. If not, wait. The AF, in my opinion, makes it worth it. NickS
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Jun 27, 2012 13:47 | #30 Just got mine yesterday and am happy with the upgrade so far. AF system rocks and I like having the 2 CF/SD slots. Sony A7II | Sony 85/1.4 GM | Sony 24-70/2.8 GM | Rokinon 14/2.8
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