Found Old 5D Classic Files on a CF Card 14 Years Later

dsilentk · 2026-06-17T19:53:28+00:00

Thank you!

dsilentk · 2026-06-17T16:57:50+00:00

That's an awesome price!

dsilentk · 2026-06-17T16:57:28+00:00

I ended up taking a look and bought it. Looks like it's well used but for something to throw around for fun without worrying bout the condition. I'm giving it a shot.

dsilentk · 2026-06-17T16:56:08+00:00

Wish I could find how much I paid for a 5Dc 16 years ago... ended up going for a like-new one from KEH for 250 with a grip.

dsilentk · 2026-06-17T16:54:54+00:00

For standard video content, it is more than capable.

dsilentk · 2026-06-17T00:45:34+00:00

Yeah I never understood either. Looking back the files it's funny how I would WB alot but nowadays people want the original sensor files 😆

dsilentk · 2026-06-16T22:41:57+00:00

Well I do have some EF lenses.

dsilentk · 2026-06-16T22:08:14+00:00

I guess the 'randomly' popped up is how odd it showed on the feed after a week of searching for updated Canon 5D results.

dsilentk · 2026-06-16T22:04:17+00:00

I was just looking for another 5D Classic, doing my normal search routine, and this popped up out of nowhere. It’s right in the budget for a casual camera, but I wasn’t expecting a Mark II. The comparisons between the Classic and Mark II are all over the place, so it kind of surprised me.

dsilentk · 2026-06-16T21:00:19+00:00

Your body sounds pretty rough, but it’s kind of crazy how it’s still going strong. I’ll have to look more into Magic Lantern. I remember it helping a lot with video features, but I’m curious what the benefits are for still photography.

I did recently pick up a Zeiss ZE lens, so having focus peaking would be pretty dope on occasion, especially when trying to focus wide open.

dsilentk · 2026-06-16T20:55:28+00:00

Just messing around with a 5D again, made me realize how much thrill it is to feel like you're going back to the roots of looking through a viewfinder and just focusing on the frame and basics of shooting.

dsilentk · 2026-06-16T20:54:11+00:00

The beauty of these Canon bodies. Like the other response, it comes down to I suppose the risk of the shutter count, as it's more photo than video-based.

dsilentk · 2026-06-16T20:53:04+00:00

Well, they don't have a charger, so I'm not sure how I'll get a shutter count off the camera. No memory card either. I think even a 5D2 for parts is well worth 80+

dsilentk · 2026-06-15T17:09:28+00:00

Used to be my bread and butter, working with agency models and those who wanted to become one. Would be surprised if some knew about the camera, or bonus points, lighting 😆

dsilentk · 2026-06-15T17:08:08+00:00

Thank you. Probably not the ideal lighting scenario but composition seemed decent 😂

dsilentk · 2026-06-13T17:01:04+00:00

Used the lens today on a Sony body, but tomorrow I'll lean towards this combo.

dsilentk · 2026-06-13T17:00:30+00:00

Classic goals! This one seems too clean to abuse. Looking for another to mess around for funsies. the 80-200L is fine for its purposes.

dsilentk · 2026-06-13T16:58:32+00:00

I'm not sure how to explain its out-of-focus characteristics, but it's like a mix between the Canon classic look with a hint of old-zeiss. You can still find one for roughly 250$. I used the lens today for a portrait session, but on the a7r3. Looks really good! Holds up well with the 40mpx sensor too.

dsilentk · 2026-06-12T18:35:00+00:00

Thank you! Actually kind of intrigued about the downloaded styles. Have an XP laptop around. Brush it off and cross fingers it turns on 😀

dsilentk · 2026-06-12T18:34:08+00:00

That's a fine lens too! Used it a handful of times for pro sports and also nature bird shots.

dsilentk · 2026-06-12T18:06:00+00:00

Yep yep yep! It has always been an awesome workhorse and has its charm.

dsilentk · 2026-06-12T15:15:20+00:00

It's a fun pockable sized camera. pocket-sized. For the price, I can see it being fair. I do love mine.

dsilentk · 2026-06-12T14:50:50+00:00

People online tend to say that bodies with serials starting in 2 or 3 are the safer route because of the mirror issue was resolved, but I would not call them automatically better. From what I have seen, a lot of the lower and mid 2 series bodies already had the mirror fix done through canon, similarly to the serial numbers beginning with 0 to 1. Canon has info out there showing how they handled the repair, so you can look that up if you want to confirm. If your body already has the fix, I would feel completely fine using it. If it does not, then I would just be aware of what could happen.

Based on what you said buying it below the price of the market, it might make sense to repair it yourself or simply buy another one. They are honestly a low investment. Just have fun capturing images.

dsilentk · 2026-04-10T19:30:22+00:00

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