Used Canon EOS 5D Mark II (2008) for Sale — From £132 | UsedLens.co.uk

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The DSLR that launched the video revolution, Canon's well-regarded full-frame game-changer.

The Canon EOS 5D Mark II was released in October 2008 and had an immediate and lasting impact on both still photography and film production. It was the first DSLR to offer full HD 1080p video recording — the Nikon D90, announced the same month, recorded at 720p — enabling filmmakers to achieve cinema-style shallow depth of field using Canon EF lenses with a full-frame sensor. The 21.1MP full-frame CMOS sensor delivered strong image quality. The camera appeared in major commercial and broadcast productions and drove an entire generation of production accessories including rigs, follow-focus systems, and external monitors.

The 21.1MP full-frame CMOS sensor pairs with the DIGIC 4 processor; at launch it brought 21MP full-frame imaging to the 5D-tier price point, previously available only at 1Ds Mark III pricing. The 9-point AF system has one central cross-type point; the remaining eight points are line-sensitive only, limiting off-centre subject placement. At 3.9fps the burst rate suits portrait and documentary work but constrains sustained action sequences. Native ISO range is 100-6400, expandable to 50-25600; clean output is reliable to ISO 3200. Battery life is rated at approximately 850 shots per charge, adequate for a full day of moderate event use. At approximately 810g the body occupies the professional Canon weight band; build is magnesium alloy with weather sealing. A single CompactFlash slot handles storage — CF is now less common than SD in current workflows. Manual audio level control for video was added via firmware in 2009, correcting the most-cited operational limitation of the original release.

As a still camera the Mark II's 21.1MP full-frame sensor delivers strong detail, useful dynamic range, and clean ISO 1600 output. The 9-point AF system is the primary operational limitation: for portraiture, landscapes, and documentary work where precise tracking is not required, the single cross-type centre point is adequate; for action and tracking subjects it is genuinely limiting. The 1080p video from the full-frame sensor remains clean and useful in post-production. The lens ecosystem gives access to Canon's extensive EF lineup. In use the camera handles well and the weather sealing provides practical durability.

On the used market the 5D Mark II trades at low prices reflecting its age, while remaining popular with the video community for its full-frame 1080p characteristics. Shutter life is rated at 150,000 actuations — check via EXIF. The CompactFlash slot functions correctly with current high-capacity cards. The 5D Mark III offers significantly improved AF at a modest premium. Condition checks: shutter count, CF slot contacts for corrosion, weather sealing for wear, and rear screen condition. A historically significant camera with continuing practical utility.

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Used Canon EOS 5D Mark II price history

Tracking the used Canon EOS 5D Mark II price? Over the past month, the average has risen 3.0%, from £207 to around £214. Depending on shutter count and condition, expect to pay between £165 and £266 for a used body.

Average market price (line) and typical price range (shaded). Source: UsedLens daily price index, 11 Jun – 23 Jul 2026.