Canon EOS 1DX Mark II DSLR Body
Are you looking for a DSLR for sports, action, wildlife, or photojournalism that has fast speeds and is equipped with the latest features? If yes, then the Canon EOS-1DX Mark II DSLR camera is the one for you. The camera is heavy and expensive, but if you look at the value it gives, the price is worth it. The image quality is great, and the dynamic range is marvelous. Top-notch ISO performance, skilled autofocus, and memorable burst shooting performance will not disappoint or slow you down. You will not have to compromise on capability, durability, and performance with the top-class next-generation camera.
Features
The camera is capable of delivering performance at a speed of 14 fps RAW and 16 fps in live view mode. Equipped with the latest technology that helps facilitate the speedy operation of capturing images. The EOS-1D X Mark II features a new mirror mechanism designed for highly precise operation with reduced vibration even at incredibly fast speeds.
The Dual DIGIC 6+ Image Processors are very helpful in improving performance by converting the light that passes through the camera’s sensor into high-quality photos and movies. The processors also help in high-speed processing, up to 16-fps* operation for stills and 4K/60p movies, lens distortion, and diffraction correction during operation with virtually no effect on the camera’s speed.
The performance with CF cards through the camera’s CF card slot is impressive. The EOS-1D X Mark II can capture up to 73 full-size RAW files and JPEGs up to full card capacity when recording to CF UDMA7 media.
The EOS-1D X Mark II camera features a Canon-developed 20.2 Megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor that helps it record more pixels and gapless microlenses for enhanced low-light performance. The feature also enables noise reduction in dark portions of the image, even at high ISO speeds. The ISO range of 100–51200 is maintained to enhance shooting in varied and fast-changing lighting situations. The EOS-1D X Mark II has automatic ISO settings, and maximum and minimum ISO can be specified.
The EOS-1D X Mark II camera features a new Intelligent Viewfinder II for convenient composition and setting changes without taking an eye off the subject at hand. The camera has an amazingly advanced 360,000-pixel RGB+IR metering sensor and processor that greatly contribute to the camera’s impressive AF performance for both stills and video.
This is an incredibly capable camera for moviemaking. The camera is able to record Full HD video at 120 fps, easily displaying minute details imperceptible to the human eye and ideal for slow-motion video capture. The LCD monitor can be ideal for reviewing settings and images, as well as for shooting in Live View mode. The camera is equipped with a number of in-camera optical correction functions for clear and high-quality images.
The Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E8A, the EOS-1D X Mark II camera’s new optional accessory, provides both a fast throughput for image uploading and several new features that make dynamic wireless photography simple and fast. The camera has a rugged alloy body for shooting in demanding situations.
Pros
➢ Excellent image quality
➢ Fantastic high ISO performance
➢ Fast autofocus with great tracking performance
➢ 4K 60p video
➢ Robust build quality
➢ Buffer capacity is amazing
Cons
➢ Heavy, large, and expensive
➢ Video recording limit
➢ Not much use of touchscreen
Our Take
This is a professional photo camera that can shoot high-quality video too. The features and versatility of this Canon product are a professional photographer’s dream. This is not for beginner or intermediate photographers. Amazing quality and dynamic range. Phenomenal camera with incredible capabilities. I highly recommend this camera to a working photographer.