I see no difference in video quality between the All-I (low compression) & IPB (high compression). Some testers have reported that perversely IPB is better. In theory All-I should be better for grading & editing.

If you stick with IPB then you will need fewer cards than with the 5D2 as the compression algorithm has been improved so that the video quality is at least as good but the bit rate is about 25% lower so you actually fill up the cards more slowly.

Wow nice!

How are you likeing the 5D iii compared to the 5D ii ?

I hear the main thing is that you have to sharpen it in post to make it look like anything.

I am planning on getting it for film and commercial work.

I think that it's previous owners of the 5D2 who really appreciate the improvements in the 5D3. It looks great straight out of the camera just like the 5D2 but is is possible to add quite a lot of sharpening in post to make the images really pop whereas with the 5D2 footage quickly breaks down if much sharpening is added.

I just got mine on Tuesday and unfortunately, I haven't had a chance to use this camera due to the complexity of the Focus System. When I heard about this new system, being new to this camera, I thought how complex can it really be? Then I opened the manual and, wow!

I haven't even been able to see if this system is relevant for video or if you just use the single point focus. That being said, I'm glad to here that you guys are loving this camera. I am always surprised to hear that some consider the footage to be similar if not the same to the Mark II. I originally purchased the 7D and thought it a good idea to return the 7D and purchase the Mark II. For me I thought that the video on the 7D was a significant improvement; but thats just me. One of the things that I did notice just turning on the Mark III is that the ISO range far exceeds that or either camera and one would think that means that I can obviously do more in low light at higher settings. What I don't know is at what level of quality it can be done. This camera is going to challenge the little that I know about both videography and editing and take me to a new level. I am excited!!!

I use both and love both, but if i don't have to go over ISO 800 I shoot with markII, but that's me :)

I own the Canon 5D ii and would like the Canon 5D iii for these reasons. Do they seem like good reasons to those 5Diii owners out there? (Only use for video)

- 720p 60fps
- Less Moire and Anitliasing
- Higher Quality footage for grading
- better HDMI output for better focusing control

oh yeah, you forgot the main reason - noticeably better low light, and you'll love non blackout HDMI out;

Sweet!

I try to always use lighting for my work, but I am sure better low light will help available light situations.

I am almost ready to buy!

Can anyone recommend a good monitor for it?
Looking for a battery powered one that I can use on all day film shoots.
Can't wait.

There are many monitors that you can use with this camera. Are you stationary or mobile? Just to name a few, I like the Small HD monitors a lot. I don't have one but, I do use a 7" Marshall Monitor when I am mobile but, If I am stationary, I will use a 23" HD Samsung.

I am thinking about using the HDsmall DP6, 5.6" Monitor. Aparently the resolution is higher then the Marhall Monitors and it sounds like its the best for pulling focus - which is the main reason I need a monitor.

I'll be using it in remote locations, and in controlled studio situations.

I have a SmallHD DP6 and could not be happier with it. There are soo many features that make it heads and shoulders above the others. False color, focus assist just to name a couple that really make the difference for me. Very happy with the 5DMIII also. Sharpening hasn't been an issue for me... I think it is a little more necessary if you are shooting in a situation where you need a lot of depth of field like landscape shot or similar... portraits, medium, CU shots of people all look fabulous to me without sharpening

Thanks John!

I think I'll be getting it really soon! Sounds perfect for what I need it for.

I haven't had any sharpening issues either, it looks great as it is.