Canon EOS 1D Mark III - Expert Reviews

Pros: Extremely fast, 10-megapixel continuous shooting; very low noise; highly customizable; well-designed body with weather sealing; 3-inch LCD; abundant optional accessories

Cons: Heavy; may be a bit too large for people with small hands

Verdict: Canon's EOS 1D Mark III offers a luxurious cocktail of high-resolution, extremely low noise, blazingly fast burst shooting, abundant customization, and a build quality and ergonomic design among the best you'll find in today's camera market.

Review summary: Canon EOS 1D Mark IIIIf you've ever looked at the sideline of a major sporting event and seen a gaggle of huge white lenses, then you've witnessed Canon's dominance in the sports shooting world. Part of the reason for Canon's edge is its 1D series of ...

Pros: Extremely fast, 10-megapixel continuous shooting ; very low noise ; highly customizable ; well-designed body with weather sealing ; 3-inch LCD ; abundant optional accessories

Cons: Heavy ; may be a bit too large for people with small hands

Verdict: Canon's EOS 1D Mark III offers a luxurious cocktail of high-resolution, extremely low noise, blazingly fast burst shooting, abundant customization, and a build quality and ergonomic design among the best you'll find in today's camera market.

Review summary: Canon's new speed champion posts impressive results in our full lab test.

Award: EISA Award!

Review summary: For speed, flexibility and build quality there is no DSLR to compete with Canon's EOS 1D Mark III. With its dust and weather proofing, and 10fps drive combined with a 10MP sensor, this is the ultimate camera for press, sport and wildlife photography. ...

Review summary: Now in its third generation, (fifth if you include the "s" models) Canon's flagship 1 Series cameras need little introduction to professional and advanced amateur photographers. The new Canon 1D MKIII might easily be seen as a refresh to the model ...

Verdict: I'm certain that as other popular camera review sites eventually publish their technical reports there will be additional gnashing of teeth by those that don't like having their favourite ox gored. T'was always thus.