Introduction: A new entrant to the clan of Digital SLR, Canon EOS 1D Mark III combines the sophisticated technologies with ever improving optics of Canon to render a seamless shooting experience to the photo enthusiast. It is one of those cameras that demand ample time and a certain level of professional competence to deal with its features and functioning.

Features: Despite bearing a striking resemblance to 1D Mark II N, the 1D Mark III has a lot of new features and enhancements to offer that make this camera score higher than the former one. This camera is being hailed as the fastest digital SLR in the world as it can shoot continuously at 10 frames per second up to 110 shots. Whether you are shooting sports events or some fast action photography this camera will be extremely handy.

Pros:

• To deliver amazing shots with great speed the camera comes equipped with a 10.1 megapixels APS-H size CMOS sensor.
• The camera performs outstandingly in low-light situations with an ISO range of 50-6400. Though you can hear noise at higher ISO settings the pictures are stunningly good and are the best ones that were ever shot at those settings.
• To make this camera dust-proof, Canon has devised a Self-Cleaning sensor unit that will keep the dust out of lens with ultrasonic vibrations. Special software, Digital Photo Professional has also been provided (DPP) version 3.0 along with the camera to do away with the dust that has escaped sensor cleaning.

Cons:

• The camera looks bulky and heavy to carry around. Handling this camera can be a trouble to those especially with small hands.
• If you linger in the Live View mode for a longer period there is a likely possibility that sensor gets heated up.
• The camera has certain functional flaws to its credit including the improper performance of Auto Focus feature.
• While shooting in hot environment, images might get lot noisier than usual.

Pricing Range: Make this loaded camera yours by paying just $3697 - $3999. Available in Black!

Final Verdict: Targeted at professionals, Canon EOS 1D Mark III is a serious camera that looks bulky, tough & professional all the way. This camera costs dearly even without lens and might not be in the budget range of many. When investing amount that big, it would only be human to expect the camera to deliver an impeccable performance. But there are certain flaws & goof-ups that have befallen this camera. Nevertheless, this camera has plenty in store for you to surprise you with every click.