Canon's pro sports flagship DSLR — the EOS-1D X Mark II, 20MP full-frame, 4K, EF mount, 2016.
The Canon EOS-1D X Mark II, released in 2016, succeeded the 1D X as Canon's professional sports and news flagship, timed for that year's major sporting events. It continued the unified full-frame 1-series line with faster processing and expanded video.
This is a professional full-frame digital SLR on a sealed magnesium-alloy body with an integrated vertical grip. It carries a 20-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, takes Canon EF-mount lenses, and uses an optical pentaprism viewfinder. Continuous shooting reaches around 14 frames per second, and it records 4K video at up to 60 frames per second, marking a step up in movie capability for the line.
The 1D X Mark II targeted sports, wildlife and news professionals needing high frame rates, deep buffers and reliable autofocus tracking. The moderate 20-megapixel count kept file sizes workable while improving low-light performance. It handles as a large dual-grip professional body with comprehensive sealing for demanding field conditions.
Check the shutter actuation count against a rated life around 400,000 cycles, as these bodies were used intensively. Inspect the sensor for dust and marks, test the screen for dead or stuck pixels, and verify card and battery door latches, including the CFast and CompactFlash slots. Confirm the LP-E19 battery holds charge and that a charger is included, since capacity fades with age.