@@rmpll keh is a great place to get used equipment, it is in good condition and has a warranty. A little more expensive than say ebay but worth it knowing it will work.
I originally bought my EOS 1Ds Classic back in 2010 as my first DSLR. Something I had wanted to try since it came out but could NEVER afford new. It lasted a couple years before it had a mysterious error that could not be fixed even by Canon themselves and I sold it for $250. Broken. Going back through my old images, I found the images from the EOS 1Ds and they are incredible! Most of them need nothing straight from the camera. But the interface it uses is extinct, everything is a two handed operation and you can't magnify your images on the postage stamp size screen. Arguably, I'll say that even back then I had some real appreciation for the noise pattern this camera produced, and I find it distinctive. As blown away as I am by the image quality coming out of it, I think my 6D Mark II and 90D are giving me the evil lens. They must be jealous!
I'm a 1Ds user and agree 100% with your video review, you nailed the good, the bad and the ugly. My favorite lens when using the 1Ds is the awesome and under appreciated because it's a variable aperture lens is the incredible 28-80 f/2.8-4.0 USM L, a very sharp and cheap lens! I think the lens is older than the camera.
I am really glad you like it. I owned my 1DS for 4 years and it takes amazing still photos for the price point. The Canon L lenses really make this camera shine. I do use my ISO up to 1000 ISO. But overall I use flashes and strobes. So low light indoor performance always shines with this camera with flashes and/or strobes. I use my Canon 7D for sports because it shoots 8 FPS. but I use my 1DS for portraits and nice overall still photos. I am still waiting for the 1DX mark II to come down in price as well as the 1DS mk 3. because it has a 21 megapixel size sensor. As far as video performance. I am glad the canon C100. Panasonic EVA1, Sony FS7 and so forth are dropping in price so I will be able to buy those cinema cameras really cheap so I can shoot amazing films with those cameras. Overall I think the 1DS is a absolute amazing full frame professional camera for under 400 bucks today. with flashes and strobes. this camera rocks. Great review. I am glad I am not the only that loves the 1DS.
Just took delivery of a mint 1Ds (SN-1180xx would anybody know the approx prod date?) for the equivalent of 225USD. Took some shots and checked the shutter counter and it came out at just 38047. Love the camera, need to get a good lens. Seems like most offered "used" 50mm canon lenses are counterfeit Yongnuo junk, whether it is the 1.8 II or the newer STM. Had wanted to get a 40mm STM, but when majority of the new ones on flea bay are offered at half the Canon official price out of Japan, you know something is up. Great channel Steven, you inspire and make people think. Don't stop.
Sooooo many people get hung up on needing and thinking that the latest most expensive equipment is going to turn them into Richard Avedon which of course it never ever will. Put some decent glass on the front of an old a camera and then the rest is up to you, learn the craft don't expect tech to do it for you. I have a 1DS MKIII and still love it and am not looking to change it anytime soon.
Even its full frame sensor running in 11MP CMOS sensor , it's perfect for low speed shooter that chasing for quality , however it's downside is it's max ISO only able to reach 1250 , then you gonna need all your lens asset that has f/2.8 or faster lens to support the image creation. However , it's the legend camera in 2020 !
i got mine at around the same time I got my 80D mainly for the lolz. The user interface is terrible, the low light next to no good, it weighs a tonne and I love it. This was the dream when I got my first DSLR (a 300D) and in many ways the reason I love using it is because it still has that old school charm. That and it still takes great photos (pity about the user...).
If anyone is interested, I would like to attest to the ' built like a tank' description these cameras often get. I dropped mine off of an actual sherman tank once, I stood up and swung my bag over my shoulder, I hadnt done the top zip up properly and the ds flew out, bounced on the tank and then on the tarmac. I may have chipped some paint off of the sherman...🤫 I managed to finish photographing the runners I was there for and it continued working for almost a year before something that was dislodged inside found the shutter. :( Its a weighty lump and the double button press can be a pain for some but once you have learned all the combinations you can change a lot of variables without moving your eye from the viewfinder, which is nice and easy to see through. iso is limited but just dont try to photograph in the dark oh and a good battery is £100! I bought one and then found that I can make refreshed batteries myself with some tabbed rechargeable AA's in the old battery cases. Fiddly but very cheap. And with a higher mah too. I keep thinking about clearing out my old gear particularly as I don't use it much, no real inspiration anymore..but its worth so much more to me than a couple of hundred quid!
Just a couple of questions. What camera did you shoot this video on, its looks great and what lens did you use with the 1ds. How do think this would compare to a 1d mark ii or 1ds mark ii
IMO I think the 1D Mk III is a good compromise for most people it only a bit newer but is much more usable in terms of speed and ergonomics (the ISO got its own button!) It has 10.1 megapixels, 10fps burst speeds and a more intuitive interface. But it has that akward 1.3x crop sensor and that can make or break someones purchase decision :/
Hey , what is that song at 1:00? I really like it, I have a 1d classic and have used the 1ds ii, loved both of them ,it's not about the image quality but pure photography and the process of shooting, howerver the original 1d does do pretty good upto iso400, iso800 is managable and 1600 would be a with some noise reduction , 3200+ noise reduction is ok for instagram but there dveleops noise patterns
I get a 1D thee years ago and i use it with a aged Canon 20-35/2.8 L. Both were a bargain. Today an italian dealer sells a 1Ds mk II (with a 1D mk II like a gift) for less 600 Euro
my 1DS, what can I say I have a 1DX and 5DIII, I couldn't let her go, it gives the closest film like image and colours to my F1/T90 or AE1, is it worth having in 2021 then yes definitely, its a momento's camera-the one that singly decimated the 35mm film industry and unfortunately lead to the lack of skill needed to take a great picture, I love it and hate it but totally respect it at the same time lol....I've noticed a increase in value of them recently too so grab one quick :-)
I always wondered if they made the mandatory two handed operations on purpose, as in: if you think you are a pro we will make life as difficult as possible for you? They should have included options where you also have to press buttons with your nose...
As a 45MP - 50MP modern camera user I'm looking forwards to buying this precious gem. I heard it holds the true original film image quality. A camera once 8000 buck priced (11000 nowadays) will always be something special maybe if one knows how to pull out its strengths.
thanks for the review. But I found that my flash can not work with the 1DS. Everytime I install the flash, the 1DS can not focus. I think 1DS can work with older flash as well, but I do not know any kind of old flash. Any suggestions?
I think it might be a problem with the electronics in the shoe or the camera itself. Unless its an aftermarket flash like the yongnuo. I notice my canon flashes sync well with my 1DS. Some times aftermarket flashes can be an issue with older electronics because the tech are different than modern cameras. Unfortunately, if it is the camera itself, they no longer support repairs on this camera because it was discontinued 10 years ago. There might be a software upgrade for the 1DS but not sure.
What use case would you suggest for the 1DS? Too heavy for travel. Too slow for sport. Too low res for landscape. Too iso bound for event. So studio it is, but that's generally pro work where price is less of an issue. Batteries and cards must also be an issue.
Well, for someone like me who’s done photography for 35 years, it was absolutely brilliant. I remember the excitement surrounding that camera for those of us looking for that full frame professional option from Canon. This channel, in case you’re not familiar, is me reviewing old cameras that I’ve owned for the past twenty years or so. In terms of what case would someone use the 1DS, I’d suggest it for anyone who has a sense of fun and likes taking great pictures. I’d suggest it for anyone who always wanted it back then but couldn’t afford it. I’d suggest it for anyone like me who appreciates the novelty of owning what were once monumental cameras that are now at an affordable price. The point being, the 1DS is still a great camera. If a person can’t take good pictures with the 1DS, the problem is more to do with their skill set than the camera itself. A talented photographer with a cheap camera will always outperform a novice with an expensive camera.
@@steve_heise. I agree with (almost) everything you say but I do think it's important when reviewing something to also look at the alternatives. And in almost every use case there is something better at the same price point. There is a reason why these really old pro cameras are so cheap. There's a DP Review on the 1d vs the D1H and it's not all roses. Much appreciate your response.
@@villageblunder4787 I've been considering 5Dclassic in my quest for the image quality magic. The 1DS appeared locally for sale at a cheap price and I realized that it may have been created at similar time to the 5Dc, hoping that the imaging (philosophy) would be similar. This video has confirmed it for me, so perhaps I will take purchase seriously.
@@villageblunder4787 Just took delivery of a mint 1Ds w/ 38k clicks and also ordered a mint 5D. The 5D2 are still a bit pricey and I am not anxious to get them just yet.
I'd definitely go with a newer body for a whole other host of issues, like newer processors, but camera support in apps, newer tech in general, better color science (on the chip), battery life ... grab a 5d Mk II for $300 and if you really need to save that money grab a Nikon D700 for $200, both of which are 6+ years newer than this body. this camera would make a great hobby purchase though..
In terms of Canon, it’s kind of a toss-up between the 1DS and 5D Mark II. The 1DS gives you good autofocus with bad low-light performance whereas the 5D Mark II gives you better low-light with bad autofocus. The Nikon D700 is definitely a great option. I’ll have a video on that soon when I start my Nikon series.
@@steve_heise As a long time Nikon D700 use I can't wait for your video. I ordered my D700 a few days after it was announced way back in 2008 and it's still an awesome camera!
@@nikonmark37814 :: Being a Long time Nikon user since the F3 Came out, the D700 delivers film like qualities with older Nikkor glass in spades. The D3 with the same sensor doesn't do the same. The D700 is in a class all it's own.
Nice. I want one. I got a 1Dm2, 8.5mb at 1.3x crop, 8.5 fps for $125. Vertical shutter does not work, nor the bottom display which shows the image quality selection, but I shoot RAW only all the time anyway. I used it for my event photography business for a full year. Plus, MOST IMPORTANTLY, these 1D Canons are still be best CHICK MAGNET (the number 1 reason for photography right?). The new mirrorless like the R5/Sonys etc looks like cheap small Rebel cameras, and the CHICKS just don't dig them.
Such a fun camera. I love this model
I just scored a 1ds in mint condition for $105.00. It is my second 1ds, I love all my old 1D equipment.
Wow, that’s a great price! And yep, I agree - I totally love mine.
Any one have this camera under 120$
where do you buy these? I really would love to pick one up
@@rmpll keh is a great place to get used equipment, it is in good condition and has a warranty. A little more expensive than say ebay but worth it knowing it will work.
@@briantracy8951 i was already looking there and they didnt have any Cameras sadly
I originally bought my EOS 1Ds Classic back in 2010 as my first DSLR. Something I had wanted to try since it came out but could NEVER afford new. It lasted a couple years before it had a mysterious error that could not be fixed even by Canon themselves and I sold it for $250. Broken. Going back through my old images, I found the images from the EOS 1Ds and they are incredible! Most of them need nothing straight from the camera. But the interface it uses is extinct, everything is a two handed operation and you can't magnify your images on the postage stamp size screen. Arguably, I'll say that even back then I had some real appreciation for the noise pattern this camera produced, and I find it distinctive. As blown away as I am by the image quality coming out of it, I think my 6D Mark II and 90D are giving me the evil lens. They must be jealous!
I'm a 1Ds user and agree 100% with your video review, you nailed the good, the bad and the ugly. My favorite lens when using the 1Ds is the awesome and under appreciated because it's a variable aperture lens is the incredible 28-80 f/2.8-4.0 USM L, a very sharp and cheap lens! I think the lens is older than the camera.
Even the kit non L version. With gold ring and came with eos elan is insanely sharp
Still better than the best phones today
*much* better
I am really glad you like it. I owned my 1DS for 4 years and it takes amazing still photos for the price point. The Canon L lenses really make this camera shine. I do use my ISO up to 1000 ISO. But overall I use flashes and strobes. So low light indoor performance always shines with this camera with flashes and/or strobes. I use my Canon 7D for sports because it shoots 8 FPS. but I use my 1DS for portraits and nice overall still photos. I am still waiting for the 1DX mark II to come down in price as well as the 1DS mk 3. because it has a 21 megapixel size sensor. As far as video performance. I am glad the canon C100. Panasonic EVA1, Sony FS7 and so forth are dropping in price so I will be able to buy those cinema cameras really cheap so I can shoot amazing films with those cameras. Overall I think the 1DS is a absolute amazing full frame professional camera for under 400 bucks today. with flashes and strobes. this camera rocks. Great review. I am glad I am not the only that loves the 1DS.
I'm still using the ancient 1Ds and if I ever upgrade I'll get a 1Ds MkII because it's cheaper than the MkIII.
@@nikonmark37814 I have a 1ds for sale
@@nikonmark37814 mark ii
Still love my 1ds mk2 and wont ever sell it.
Used that when I started out in journalism. After a flirt with Fuji I still use Canons today: 60, 6D and EOS M. Can't wait for a R6 !
Just took delivery of a mint 1Ds (SN-1180xx would anybody know the approx prod date?) for the equivalent of 225USD. Took some shots and checked the shutter counter and it came out at just 38047. Love the camera, need to get a good lens. Seems like most offered "used" 50mm canon lenses are counterfeit Yongnuo junk, whether it is the 1.8 II or the newer STM. Had wanted to get a 40mm STM, but when majority of the new ones on flea bay are offered at half the Canon official price out of Japan, you know something is up. Great channel Steven, you inspire and make people think. Don't stop.
Sooooo many people get hung up on needing and thinking that the latest most expensive equipment is going to turn them into Richard Avedon which of course it never ever will. Put some decent glass on the front of an old a camera and then the rest is up to you, learn the craft don't expect tech to do it for you. I have a 1DS MKIII and still love it and am not looking to change it anytime soon.
Even its full frame sensor running in 11MP CMOS sensor , it's perfect for low speed shooter that chasing for quality , however it's downside is it's max ISO only able to reach 1250 , then you gonna need all your lens asset that has f/2.8 or faster lens to support the image creation. However , it's the legend camera in 2020 !
i got mine at around the same time I got my 80D mainly for the lolz. The user interface is terrible, the low light next to no good, it weighs a tonne and I love it. This was the dream when I got my first DSLR (a 300D) and in many ways the reason I love using it is because it still has that old school charm. That and it still takes great photos (pity about the user...).
Hi. Have you done any comparison between this camera and any recent one like 6D or 5D MK3 in terms of micro-contrast, tones and sub-tones?
If anyone is interested, I would like to attest to the ' built like a tank' description these cameras often get.
I dropped mine off of an actual sherman tank once,
I stood up and swung my bag over my shoulder, I hadnt done the top zip up properly and the ds flew out, bounced on the tank and then on the tarmac. I may have chipped some paint
off of the sherman...🤫
I managed to finish photographing the runners I was there for and it continued working for almost a year before something that was dislodged inside found the shutter. :(
Its a weighty lump and the double button press can be a pain for some but once you have learned all the combinations you can change a lot of variables without moving your eye from the viewfinder, which is nice and easy to see through.
iso is limited but just dont try to photograph in the dark oh and a good battery is £100! I bought one and then found that I can make refreshed batteries myself with some tabbed rechargeable AA's in the old battery cases. Fiddly but very cheap. And with a higher mah too.
I keep thinking about clearing out my old gear particularly as I don't use it much, no real inspiration anymore..but its worth so much more to me than a couple of hundred quid!
I shoot a 1DS MK III and with 21mp, I dearly love it .....
Just a couple of questions. What camera did you shoot this video on, its looks great and what lens did you use with the 1ds. How do think this would compare to a 1d mark ii or 1ds mark ii
Thabbk you!
Where can I pick up one of these? was looking on the Internet and only found one for 250€
IMO I think the 1D Mk III is a good compromise for most people it only a bit newer but is much more usable in terms of speed and ergonomics (the ISO got its own button!) It has 10.1 megapixels, 10fps burst speeds and a more intuitive interface. But it has that akward 1.3x crop sensor and that can make or break someones purchase decision :/
What about storage cards. Aren't those vintage cameras limited to very small capacity CF and SD cards?
Hey , what is that song at 1:00? I really like it, I have a 1d classic and have used the 1ds ii, loved both of them ,it's not about the image quality but pure photography and the process of shooting, howerver the original 1d does do pretty good upto iso400, iso800 is managable and 1600 would be a with some noise reduction , 3200+ noise reduction is ok for instagram but there dveleops noise patterns
Hi, that song is called “Midwest Diner” by Frook. It’s from Epidemic Sound.
I get a 1D thee years ago and i use it with a aged Canon 20-35/2.8 L. Both were a bargain. Today an italian dealer sells a 1Ds mk II (with a 1D mk II like a gift) for less 600 Euro
still good
but i use Sony
my 1DS, what can I say I have a 1DX and 5DIII, I couldn't let her go, it gives the closest film like image and colours to my F1/T90 or AE1, is it worth having in 2021 then yes definitely, its a momento's camera-the one that singly decimated the 35mm film industry and unfortunately lead to the lack of skill needed to take a great picture, I love it and hate it but totally respect it at the same time lol....I've noticed a increase in value of them recently too so grab one quick :-)
Nikon D700 with old Nikkor glass is the boss for film look.
I always wondered if they made the mandatory two handed operations on purpose, as in: if you think you are a pro we will make life as difficult as possible for you? They should have included options where you also have to press buttons with your nose...
As a 45MP - 50MP modern camera user I'm looking forwards to buying this precious gem. I heard it holds the true original film image quality. A camera once 8000 buck priced (11000 nowadays) will always be something special maybe if one knows how to pull out its strengths.
What Lens are you using on the camera?
Plz make a video on original canon 1dx mk i
Still love mine (I have mk2) it's still relevant in 2020.
which one would you get between the 1ds and the 5d?
Hey man I need a website to find this cause all of the websites I have been on are like 700 or above
its crazy that here in Czech Republic it still cost used about 1000 dollars xD
Any links where I can find a charger?
lol.. 2002, when "digital" has to be slapped on everything out there!
It’s funny when you consider the “D” in most company’s nomenclature literally stands for “digital”. Lol
What do you think of this vs the 5d classic? I find them about the same price
At one time I had both and I kept the 1Ds because I think the image quality was just a little better and the auto focus is definitely better too.
thanks for the review. But I found that my flash can not work with the 1DS. Everytime I install the flash, the 1DS can not focus. I think 1DS can work with older flash as well, but I do not know any kind of old flash. Any suggestions?
I think it might be a problem with the electronics in the shoe or the camera itself. Unless its an aftermarket flash like the yongnuo. I notice my canon flashes sync well with my 1DS. Some times aftermarket flashes can be an issue with older electronics because the tech are different than modern cameras. Unfortunately, if it is the camera itself, they no longer support repairs on this camera because it was discontinued 10 years ago. There might be a software upgrade for the 1DS but not sure.
the flash I use is the canon 360EX.
It works perfectly with 550ex
800 is ok but you must keep the histogram to the right. Capture One is outstanding with this camera.
What use case would you suggest for the 1DS?
Too heavy for travel.
Too slow for sport.
Too low res for landscape.
Too iso bound for event.
So studio it is, but that's generally pro work where price is less of an issue. Batteries and cards must also be an issue.
Well, for someone like me who’s done photography for 35 years, it was absolutely brilliant. I remember the excitement surrounding that camera for those of us looking for that full frame professional option from Canon. This channel, in case you’re not familiar, is me reviewing old cameras that I’ve owned for the past twenty years or so. In terms of what case would someone use the 1DS, I’d suggest it for anyone who has a sense of fun and likes taking great pictures. I’d suggest it for anyone who always wanted it back then but couldn’t afford it. I’d suggest it for anyone like me who appreciates the novelty of owning what were once monumental cameras that are now at an affordable price. The point being, the 1DS is still a great camera. If a person can’t take good pictures with the 1DS, the problem is more to do with their skill set than the camera itself. A talented photographer with a cheap camera will always outperform a novice with an expensive camera.
@@steve_heise. I agree with (almost) everything you say but I do think it's important when reviewing something to also look at the alternatives. And in almost every use case there is something better at the same price point. There is a reason why these really old pro cameras are so cheap. There's a DP Review on the 1d vs the D1H and it's not all roses.
Much appreciate your response.
@@villageblunder4787 I've been considering 5Dclassic in my quest for the image quality magic. The 1DS appeared locally for sale at a cheap price and I realized that it may have been created at similar time to the 5Dc, hoping that the imaging (philosophy) would be similar. This video has confirmed it for me, so perhaps I will take purchase seriously.
@@utube321piotr
Have a look at the 5Dii
Better in every way and 'almost' the same price.
@@villageblunder4787 Just took delivery of a mint 1Ds w/ 38k clicks and also ordered a mint 5D. The 5D2 are still a bit pricey and I am not anxious to get them just yet.
I'd definitely go with a newer body for a whole other host of issues, like newer processors, but camera support in apps, newer tech in general, better color science (on the chip), battery life ... grab a 5d Mk II for $300 and if you really need to save that money grab a Nikon D700 for $200, both of which are 6+ years newer than this body.
this camera would make a great hobby purchase though..
In terms of Canon, it’s kind of a toss-up between the 1DS and 5D Mark II. The 1DS gives you good autofocus with bad low-light performance whereas the 5D Mark II gives you better low-light with bad autofocus.
The Nikon D700 is definitely a great option. I’ll have a video on that soon when I start my Nikon series.
@@steve_heise As a long time Nikon D700 use I can't wait for your video. I ordered my D700 a few days after it was announced way back in 2008 and it's still an awesome camera!
@@nikonmark37814 :: Being a Long time Nikon user since the F3 Came out, the D700 delivers film like qualities with older Nikkor glass in spades.
The D3 with the same sensor doesn't do the same.
The D700 is in a class all it's own.
but the battery though....
does shoot video?
Bruh
Any tutorials on how to use? It’ll take pictures but it’s all black.
You get those cameras for the ability to photograph in poor weather and the colour
Nice. I want one. I got a 1Dm2, 8.5mb at 1.3x crop, 8.5 fps for $125. Vertical shutter does not work, nor the bottom display which shows the image quality selection, but I shoot RAW only all the time anyway. I used it for my event photography business for a full year. Plus, MOST IMPORTANTLY, these 1D Canons are still be best CHICK MAGNET (the number 1 reason for photography right?). The new mirrorless like the R5/Sonys etc looks like cheap small Rebel cameras, and the CHICKS just don't dig them.