I recently replaced a high milage Nikon D7000 with a Canon 5D Mark II. I'm so far very happy with it. However, I'm reading that it evidently can't support 60 fps for slow motion. I don't read anywhere that Magic Lantern has an option for 60 fps either for this camera. The image quality, full frame, and much higher video bitrate are awesome...I also like various other things. The 7D would be the replacement. There's no way I can afford the Mark III. 60 frames per second and higher quality video was a big reason why I switched to Canon. Is 60 fps a big enough deal to return or does it not hold water to everything else positive about the camera? Anyone know if the Mark II can indeed support 60fps? Does Magic Lantern provide this? It's not something I'd have a constant need for, but I do a lot of filmmaking on the evenings and weekends. Sometimes it's nice to have that available to you. Let me know your thoughts
Cinematography : Canon 5D Mark II or Canon 7D? by Ryan Atkins
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Hi Ryan, The current version of Magic Lantern doesn't offer additional frame rates, so unfortunately you're stuck without 60fps if you stay with the 5D. However, Magic Lantern is extremely useful for video and film production and it is only available to the 5D or 60D, so this is another reason to consider switching before it's too late! The only upsides to sticking with the 5D mk ii would be that it uses full frame sensor and a higher bit rate as you've mentioned. If you don't mind a crop factor, I actually would recommend getting the Canon 60D instead of the 7D. Not only can you install Magic Lantern firmware, but you can also shoot 60fps, and you get a very handy swivel LCD screen.
I would also say that the 60D would be a great option for what you're looking for. It shoots 60fps at 720p and is an awesome camera to use with Magic Lantern. I actually own a 60D and couldn't be more pleased with it, especially with the new version of Magic Lantern. If you really need the full-frame aesthetic, then I would probably wait for the 6D, which is going to be a full-frame version of the 7D, but with improved codec options and a few other perks. However, it'll cost you almost twice as much as the 60D and honestly, the picture quality will be incredibly similar between the two cameras, at least in terms of video. So if you're only shooting on evenings and weekends, it could be hard to justify the added price of the 6D. Hope this helps, -Robert