As an avid Canon 1D Mark III user, I was delighted to see rumors of the next step in 1D evolution. The camera is reported to have a 16 megapixel sensor. More impressive to me is the huge ISO range, from 50 to 26,500, apparently with very high quality. The camera is told to be announced in August.
I am surprised Canon included HD Video mode, taken from 5D mark II. I was really hoping it would keep the 1D series a true photo camera, instead of packing it with every feature imaginable.
Time will tell if these rumors are true. For now I’m off to the West coast with my trusty Mark III. Photo report will be posted upon my return.
Olli
The movie mode is no big surprise – the technology is developed, why not put it into the flagship? Nobody is forced to use it.