Camera Bodies
Mike's personal camera for the last few years has been the 1DMk3, while the 5DMK2 doesn't have all the bells and whistles it blows the doors off of the professional body in terms of picture quality and lack of noise. If you don't need 10 frames a second and would just like outstanding picture quality in a full frame body this should be your choice. Prices for this camera are starting to drop in anticipation of a replacement model, it may be a great time to take this model for a test drive.
Canon 5D Mk2 $75.00 a day
This professional camera body shoot 10 frames a second and has a separate processor just for focusing. This camera would be your choice for action or sports photography.
In the fast changing world of digital photography this body is a bit old school. The Mk2 can't compete in low light photography with the newer cameras but this was Canon's top of the line sports and action camera. If you want to get the feel of a professional camera with 8 frames a second and lightning quick auto focus for a very low price give this camera a try.
Natalie's personal camera for the last few years. Flagship pro D-SLR with a 12.1-MP FX-format CMOS sensor, blazing 9 fps shooting at full FX resolution and low-noise performance up to 6400 ISO.
Canon 1D Mk3 $75.00 a day
Canon 1D Mk2 $25.00 a day
Nikon D3 Digital FX $100.00 a day