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Yes, the Canon EOS 5D Mark II is available at SITEX 2008! Canon's update to the wildly popular EOS 5D is here, and it's better than ever.

This DSLR (digital single lens reflex) camera captures in stunning detail with its 21.1-megapixel full frame sensor, mated to Canon's next generation DIGIC 4 image processor.

The new image processor enables a vast ISO range of 100 to 6400 (that is expandable to 50, or 12800, or 25600). With the new image processor, the EOS 5D Mark II is able to fire off 3.9 frames per second. Imagine the amount of data the processor has to handle with each 21 megapixel file!

Autofocus is a tested-and-proven, high-precision, fastest-of-the-lot 9-point system. There are 6 hidden assist points that are useful when it comes to motion photography.

Pictures can be reviewed using the 3.0" clear high-resolution VGA screen. The viewfinder has a great coverage of 98%.

And don't forget, the EOS 5D Mark II supports Live View shooting and Live View HD videos. Talking about videos, this camera is the only DSLR in the market that can do full high-definition video recording of 1080p.

You can opt for the Kit option, which comes with a high-quality wide-to-mid-range zoom: Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM.

The L in the lens model indicates it is from Canon's professional series of lenses, and this lens not only comes with USM (ultrasonic motor) which makes for blazing fast yet silent autofocus, but comes with a very important IS (image stabilizer) function. Never miss that moment again caused by shaky hands.

Okay, the price?

Canon EOS 5D Mark II (body only) - SRP $4299
Canon EOS 5D Mark II Kit (w/ EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM lens) - SRP $5899