Canon EOS-1D Mark II N

181 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Image quality (24)
Usability (18)
Build quality (16)
Low-light (16)
Battery (14)

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Flash (3)
Value for money (3)
Portability (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 181 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the battery and low light performance. The build quality and usability are also appreciated, but some have doubts about the portability and flash.

image quality, usability, build quality, low-light, battery

exposure, value for money, flash, portability

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital SLR Cameras the Canon EOS-1D Mark II N is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by: Patrick Singleton (digitalcamerainfo.com)

EOS 1D Mark II N

The Canon EOS 1D Mark II n is an update of the formidable Canon EOS 1D Mark II, with the same body, 8.2 megapixel imaging chip, processor, and control layout as the older camera. Significant refinements, like a new 2.5-inch LCD, faster image recording,...

Extremely fast burst rate, with a large buffer ; 8.2 megapixel files provide an ideal resolution for editing and processing ; Solid construction and excellent build quality ; Improved 2.5-inch LCD screen ; Autofocus is quick and very accurate

Lacks four-way controller for navigation ; Weighs more than some very small dogs ; Key adjustments require combination of buttons, when they could have dedicated controls ; No handy shorthand for odd name ; NiMH battery is heavy and big

The EOS-1D Mark II n is an excellent camera. We can easily praise the image quality and the speed and accuracy of its mechanical operations. As heavy as it is, it balances well in the hands, and the controls and dials work smoothly and quickly. Our...

Nov, 2005

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Expert review by: (steves-digicams.com)

Canon EOS 1D Mark II N SLR

The EOS-1D Mark II N Professional Digital SLR preserves the speed, responsiveness, image quality and reliability of the popular EOS-1D Mark II while incorporating newly refined features that make the camera easier and more precise to use. Firing at the sa

With its 8-megapixel imager, accurate autofocus system, precise metering system and robust performance, the Canon EOS-1D Mark II N is photographic tool that is unrivaled in the industry at the time of this test (October 2005). While users of the original

Oct, 2005

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Expert review by: (the-digital-picture.com)

Canon EOS 1D Mark II N

After great debate, I have decided to not write a hands-on Canon EOS 1D Mark II N review. It is just me here and I have to prioritize what I am working on. Apparently some of the other camera review sites have come to the same decision

There is probably no better camera available for this purpose. With an excellent 45-point, high sensitivity autofocus system paired to a rugged, weather-sealed body capable of firing 8.5 very high quality frames per second into a deep buffer, the Canon...

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Expert review by: Photocrati Staff (photocrati.com)

Canon EOS 1D Mark II N Review Round-Up

The Mark II N is essentially Canon's mid-life upgrade to its most popular pro dSLR, the EOS 1D Mark II. Although nearly identical in many ways to its predecessor, the Mark II incorporates a number of refinements in performance, usability and image...

Mar, 2009

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Expert review by: (photo.net)

Canon EOS

The Canon EOS-1D Mark II N is a fairly minor update of the 1D Mark II. The LCDscreen size has been increased to 2.5", the buffer size has ben incresed to allow22 RAW or 48 JPEG bursts at 8.5 fps. There are also a few firmware tweaks asdescribed below...

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Expert review by: (imaging-resource.com)

Canon EOS-1D Mark II N Digital Camera - First Shots - The Imaging Resource!

The Canon EOS-1D Mark II N shares an almost-identical body with its predecessor, the EOS-1D Mark II , along with the same 8.2 effective megapixel CMOS image sensor and EF lens mount. The only outwardly obvious change is an increase in the LCD display...

All of the picture styles can be tweaked to the user's preference, and serve as a starting point for customisation. There are also three user-defined settings, allowing photographers to separately store their own preferred setups

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Consumer review by: Satria Autobiographics (dpreview.com)

Canon EOS-1D Mark II N

8.2 mp and 8.5 frame per second in more than enough for me

Rather heavy

Nov, 2009

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Consumer review by: pirinchov (dpreview.com)

Canon EOS-1D Mark II N

May, 2008

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Consumer review by: David Eliasson (dpreview.com)

Owners Opinion: Canon EOS-1D Mark II N (David Eliasson, 11 Jan 08)

This is just a great camera! I have no real review available, there aren't really any drawbacks with this workhorse! With the nice high-ISO performance of the EOS-1D Mark III, one would want that into Mark II N, but we can't get everything. :)

People complain about how the buttons and menus work, I have no complaints - I ; learned everything in a couple of hours

Jan, 2008

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Consumer review by: Stephen A Cook (dpreview.com)

Owners Opinion: Canon EOS-1D Mark II N (Stephen A Cook, 20 Dec 07)

This is an excellent workhorse camera. It's not for beginners. I went to this camera for the auto-focus. I shoot primarily sports, and a lot of night high school football. This means tough lighting conditions. It's a heavy camera, particularly with...

Dec, 2007

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Product Specifications

Canon's new EOS-1D Mark II N can record 8.5 frames-per-second for up to 48 frames in one burst. It features Canon's proven 8.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor with a 1.3x conversion factor, combined with the speed and intelligence of the DIGIC II Image Processor, all in a rock-solid, metal body. Adding the ability to record RAW and JPEG images on different memory cards, a larger 2.5 inch LCD, Canon's "Picture Style" technology and more, the 1D Mark II N's formidable combination of speed and resolution makes it the choice of pros everywhere.