2. Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III

The EOS-1Ds Mark III is a substantial piece of technology, tipping the scales at 42.5 oz./1,205g without lens or battery.

The camera sports some new features on the back, the most important of which is its live view display; more on that in a bit.

The 1Ds Mark III is built to take punishment. This diagram shows the camera’s water resistant points.

Canon’s EOS-1Ds Mark III has a number of new and exciting features. Here are the most important.

21MP Full Frame Sensor Dual DIGIC III processors Autofocus system with 19 cross-type sensors and 26 focus assist points EOS Integrated Cleaning System 3" LCD with Live View mode Redesigned viewfinder (wider and brighter)

Let’s take a look at each of these.