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Ask any photographer wannabe about the video capture feature in their precious Digital SLR, chances are they hate it or prefer other improvement rather than motion capture in their still image camera. Like it or not, this video thing is the next core feature for Digital SLR; future releases without the video gimmick would be considering a step down or fall short of expectation.
Nikon’s D90 claimed the world’s first DSLR with movie mode in 720p, Canon replied with a full 1080p HD recording with 5D successor. What’s next? 4K resolution, 24fps , or a built-in audio mic? Whatever that it’s heading, I’m very exciting with this new video feature. Just think of the ability to use a high quality tilt-shift, macro, wide angle, fish eye or the supertele lenses to capture video. The possibility is endless! and i can’t wait to go back on the field again. If only Canon get this puppy out on the street sooner. Meanwhile, check out the 5D Mark II video recording samples from Canon at Korean and Japanese site or you prefer the high iso still images.
5D mark II Video clips
Taken with 400mm + 2X TC at 800mm, iso 3200, F5.6
Taken with EF70-200mm F2.8L IS
Taken with TS-E45mm F2.8, Tilt-shift
Taken with EF 24-70mm
Taken with EF15mm F2.8 Fisheye
Taken with EF85mm F1.2L
Vincent Laforent’s REVERIE, taken with lenses below.
EF85mm F1.2L FD 7.5mm f/5.6 (converted to EF mount)
EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM
EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM
EF 50mm f/1.2L USM
EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM
EF 135mm f/2L USM
EF 200mm f/1.8L USM
EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM
EF 500mm f/4L IS USM
TS-E 24mm f/3.5L
TS-E 45mm f/2.8
Bruce Dorn’s A Three Act Play, taken with lenses below
EF 35mm f/1.4L USM
EF 50mm f/1.2L USM
EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM
EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM
EF 200mm f/2L USM
EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM
EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM
First wedding video with all 5D Mark II
http://www.vimeo.com/3395006Unknown lens used
Bora Lane Shooting mit Vorserienmodel
16 Responses to “Canon EOS 5D Mark II sample video clips”
Ivaylo September 19, 2008
One major flaw of that video mode, though, seems to be the automatic exposure. In many of the sample videos, it’s obvious that the exposure adjusts with the change of the overall brightness in the frame. Since the video recording is done through the live-view mode, the viewing, itself (I tried it on my 40D), is made to have automatically adjusting exposure/view. If the 5D mark II has no option to set manually a constant exposure, this whole video feature is not for professional use but rather for home videos.
+9Daniel Lim September 19, 2008
[quote comment="49616"]One major flaw of that video mode, though, seems to be the automatic exposure. In many of the sample videos, it’s obvious that the exposure adjusts with the change of the overall brightness in the frame. Since the video recording is done through the live-view mode, the viewing, itself (I tried it on my 40D), is made to have automatically adjusting exposure/view. If the 5D mark II has no option to set manually a constant exposure, this whole video feature is not for professional use but rather for home videos.[/quote]
RG’s has a preliminary preview of the video function. Autofocus uses slower contrast detect type so it may be not suitable for fast action video. White Balance setting is adjustable while auto mode shifting is smooth and gradually so the change it is almost undetected. As to your concern on Automatic exposure, they are uncertain. I’ve heard first hand user reported that video mode is activated via P mode. If it functions same as the still image P mode (though I’ve never used P mode), I believe you can adjust one setting while the camera auto adjust the other. Thus, manual setting is less likely to happened as shutter speed will be set automatically by camera (per RG)
http://www.robgalbraith.com/bi.....-9316-9607
“We’re not certain about what the range of exposure controls on the 5D Mark II in video mode will be, though a few things are clear: shutter speed will be set automatically (between 1/30 and 1/125), any lens aperture can be selected, brightness can be locked prior to the commencement of video capture, or brightness can be controlled automatically by the camera. What facility there will be for adjusting exposure during recording, if any, we don’t know. Nor have we been able to find out whether Canon has implemented the camera’s automatic brightness control in a way that avoids the flickering brightness effect that shows up in some Nikon D90 video clips (and which disappears completely with that camera by locking the exposure).”
I guess one of the most exciting areas having a DSLR to capture video is the uses of large aperture lenses like canon’s 35L, 85L, 135L to control depth of fields. A production value with shallow, sweet bokeh and film-like DOF video can be achieved without the uses of pro-video equipment. Its potential is beyond home video if one acknowledges the features of large aperture lens
+6Pablo Vazquez September 23, 2008
I completely agree with this post written by Daniel Lim.
Movie mode is going to be a necessary feature in upcoming DSLRs.
Despite many photographers may think they don’t need or want this feature, some of them already said the same about Live View and now they love it.
Of course it is a different thing, but Several Photographers (and Amateur Movie makers) will realize the HUGE potential of the DSLR as a PROFESSIONAL VIDEO Recording Tool.
As in the message I sent to http://www.dearnikon.com , that they gently posted, the MOVIE feature HAS TO BE IMPROVED to be Really Useful. (and I am sure it will)
I honestly was surprised with the Movie quality of the EOS 5D Mark II, and I hope NIKON also realizes about this, and improve it in their future DSLRs.
In the post I mentioned above I wrote many aspects involved to improve Movie and make it really useful for Professional use.
Best Regards,
Pablo Vazquez
+12Technical Engineer
VISUALTECH
Pablo Vazquez September 23, 2008
If DSLRs’ Designers/Manufacturers do a good job implementing VIDEO / MOVIE in a Professional way (as they do with Still image capturing) then it is sure the future of DSLRs is going to change dramatically getting into a world that lot of “Professional” Photographers are still afraid of, or don’t even care about (yet).
To make it Real, manufactuers has to realize they have to implement this feature in a good, Professional way, allowing the Photographer (and Movie Maker) to ADJUST EVERY ASPECT OF the VIDEO CAPTURING MANUALLY (as in still image), and with assistance (or Auto mode) IF desired, but NOT automatically as a Point and Shoot (or home movie) camera.
It is not so difficult to achieve.
Of course it needs a BETTER Capturing QUALITY TOO, but the first steps are done.
I imagined and thought about Live View in a DSLR some years ago when Professional photographers were still saying that feature was a “Point&Shoot only” feature that they didn’t need, … and now is real and almost a “must have” for new DSLRs.
The same happens to Movie recording. It only requires some work to be better and PROFESSIONALLY implemented, as it deserve to be.
Then, these manufacturers will reach to LOT of New customers they never did before…
Best regards,
Pablo Vazquez
+10Technical Engineer
VISUALTECH
Scott September 23, 2008
If canon can make a $2700 DSLR that shoots amazing low light video why can’t they do the same in a $3000 camcorder? Maybe the engineers in the camcorder department need new jobs.
+3Daniel Lim September 26, 2008
[quote comment="49616"]One major flaw of that video mode, though, seems to be the automatic exposure. In many of the sample videos, it’s obvious that the exposure adjusts with the change of the overall brightness in the frame. Since the video recording is done through the live-view mode, the viewing, itself (I tried it on my 40D), is made to have automatically adjusting exposure/view. If the 5D mark II has no option to set manually a constant exposure, this whole video feature is not for professional use but rather for home videos.[/quote]
Below are directed quotes from Vincent’s blog, i think that answer you question.
“you can shoot in Aperture priority – you set the Aperture and the camera chooses between 1/125th of a second or 1/60th of a second – and then it’s main control is the ISO
you can shoot in shutter priority mode- set the shutter speed ( I think only 1′/60th and 1/125th of a second would be option here) and the camera sets the aperture and ISO for you…
In the last two options – at any point you can override the meter – and EV correct the exposure – I believe two stops up or down… once you have a setting you like – you can press the “*” button and the exposure is locked in.
At any point – you can open or close down the camera by rotating the back dial – AS YOU SHOOT…
The point is: there is no manual exposure mode – so you can lock everything down… you CAN lock it down – with the “*” button however – it’s just not as direct and a bit more of a workaround.
You should know that I immediately set my AF to back button autofocus – using the “*” button – and therefore eliminated my “exposure lock” button… and in only one of the shots of the movie was exposure ever an issue… therefore – locking down exposure did not prove a critical as I had assumed…”
+7Philscbx October 7, 2008
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NeutralYou should know that I immediately set my AF to back button autofocus – using the “*” button – and therefore eliminated my “exposure lock” button… and in only one of the shots of the movie was exposure ever an issue… therefore – locking down exposure did not prove a critical as I had assumed…”[/quote] I Made the same switch with my 30D putting the focus on the (*) button as well. The main reason I did this was to stop the lens hunting in low light if I re-pushed the shutter button halfway.
Good to see some think like me.
dual October 10, 2008
here are more sample clips:
+2http://www.cinema5d.com/viewtopic.php?f=12&t=3
Pablo Vazquez October 11, 2008
After resizing 2 sample videos of the EOS 5D mark II from 1920×1080 to bit smaller resolution to avoid any lost frames when playing them, I Really liked the Quality of the movie clips.
It’s only 5 secs each video, but … make look the D90’s movies as a really cheap-home-made movie
I Really hope Nikon improves their own implementation of Movie/Video on Full Frame DSLRs, and makes it PROFESSIONAL…
Pablo Vazquez
+3Technical Engineer
VISUALTECH Studio
Otto October 11, 2008
I think the video capure mode will be a great way to see how photographers think when shooting. But than they have to get used to the new workflow without viewfinder, wich I don’t really would like to do.
When capturing stills through video: is is a lag in the video file, or is it blacked out for that sec?Have you tried the Wireless transmitter too?
NeutralPeter Salvia October 14, 2008
Hi SlashGear, awesome site. Glad I’ve found you.
This camera is a game changer. Period. Suddenly, all the world class still photographers in the world will have a tool at their disposal they are already skilled at using and can capture 1080p. I’m hoping this will create an influx of high quality footage that can do away with the dirth of poorly composed video making up the majority of what we see on television (with the exception of the Planet Earth’s and Wild China’s out there).
I’ve posted a quick video tutorial explaining how to edit footage from the 5dmarkii in Final Cut Pro. Here’s the link:
http://www.petersalvia.wordpress.com
A second tutorial walking through the grading process with Final Cut Studio’s Color application is compressing as I type and should be posted later tonite.
I’m a video guy walking into a room of still photographers so there’s a whole lot I know I have to learn about lenses, f-stops, etc. Hopefully these free tutorials can help people understand the video workflow for producing films with this amazing, game changing camera.
proactively • peter
NeutralAlexander October 21, 2008
So can the camera lock exposure or not? Is there a definite verdict?
+1jon October 27, 2008
new wedding movie sample by canon
http://www.usa.canon.com/dlc/c.....cleID=2327
NeutralAndrew December 3, 2008
Well.. As good of a video producer that Vince L is, I believe he is wrong about the exposure controls.
I am sitting here with my MKII and testing all modes in lower light right now. You can NOT set the aperture in AV mode and then ride the Shutter. If I set my camera at F5.6 in lower light, it will AUTOMATICALLY over ride that and immediately go to the widest aperture. Using the wheel on the back does nothing more than changes your EV (which does change your settings, but does NOT directly change shutter or aperture.. it just changes the exposure and the camera chooses the combination). When using ANY mode, the index finger wheel (aperture control) is essentially disabled. It doesn’t do anything in any mode (M/AV/TV/P) while shooting video.
I hope I am proven wrong. But at this point, I don’t think so.
NeutralJosh Johnson December 21, 2008
I LOVE THIS CAMERA! Laforet was right. If you are familiar with canon’s system and have a decent eye you will be blown away by what this beauty can do. I shot this little movie tuesday for Delta Airlines. Don’t know if they want it yet. ;-) We’ll see. http://www.vimeo.com/2562442
NeutralForestWander Nature Photography December 25, 2008
The movie mode of this Canon seems to be much more professional than the Nikon.
I shoot nature pictures in some of the most rugged places in the forests and mountains of West Virginia and it is impossible to carry a video camera and still camera in a convenient manner to capture nature action video.
This camera will be awesome, I am really looking forward to using this in the coming year.
Even though the camera does not auto focus I still think it will be a very valuable addition to my needs in building content on my website.
Good Job Canon!
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