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Canon EOS 5D Mark II

The Canon EOS 5D Mark II is a full-frame digital SLR announced in September 2008, built around a 21.1-megapixel CMOS sensor and the Canon EF lens mount. It was positioned as a prosumer and working-pro body, and was the first Canon DSLR to offer 1080p full HD video recording, which drew a substantial following among independent filmmakers alongside stills photographers.

At UK auction in 2026, hammer prices for the 5D Mark II have settled into a roughly £100–£480 band, with a median around £280 based on recent saleroom results. Today the value is heavily condition- and shutter-count-driven: tidy bodies with low actuations and a working battery sell for the upper end, while scruffy or untested examples sell for closer to £100–£160 at wholesale saleroom level.

Sales History

Prices shown are realised prices — auction results and completed eBay sales, never asking prices. Most saleroom figures are hammer prices, before commission; some houses publish a premium-inclusive figure, and we do not adjust for condition. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher. How this figure is calculated.

Based on 27 recorded sales.

Last checked on eBay: 11 August 2026. Most recent sale: August 2026.

Date Price Value GBP Source
Aug 2026 £160 £160 🇬🇧 eBay
Aug 2026 £245 £245 🇬🇧 eBay
Aug 2026 £209 £209 🇬🇧 eBay
Aug 2026 £186 £186 🇬🇧 eBay
Aug 2026 £175 £175 🇬🇧 eBay
Aug 2026 £183 £183 🇬🇧 eBay
Aug 2026 £196 £196 🇬🇧 eBay
Jun 2026 £100 £80 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions
Apr 2026 £38 £30 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions
Mar 2026 £225 £180 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions
Jan 2026 £238 £238 🇬🇧 eBay
Nov 2025 £160 £160 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services
Aug 2025 £225 £180 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions
Jul 2025 £81 £65 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions
Feb 2025 £240 £240 🇬🇧 Harper Field Auctions
Oct 2024 £180 £180 🇬🇧 David Duggleby
Sep 2024 £438 £350 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions
Aug 2024 £277 £220 🇬🇧 Chiswick Auctions
Jun 2024 £180 £180 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services
Jun 2024 £212 £170 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions
Apr 2024 £150 £120 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions
Feb 2024 £100 £100 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services
Jan 2024 £475 £380 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions
Jan 2024 £162 £130 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions
Oct 2023 £360 £360 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services
Jun 2023 £100 £100 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services
Apr 2023 £360 £360 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services
Nov -0001 £112 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions

Frequently asked questions

What is a Canon EOS 5D Mark II worth in 2026?

Recent UK auction hammer prices have ranged from about £100 for rough or untested bodies to around £480 for clean, low-use examples, with a median near £280.

How much does a Canon EOS 5D Mark II sell for at auction?

In the UK auction market the 5D Mark II typically sells for £160–£440 at hammer, depending on cosmetic condition, shutter count and whether the original charger and battery are included.

Is the Canon EOS 5D Mark II still a good value buy?

At a current saleroom price of roughly £280 for a working body, it remains one of the cheapest routes into a 21-megapixel full-frame sensor with EF-mount compatibility, provided you accept the CF card workflow and limited service support.

What affects the price of a used 5D Mark II most?

Shutter actuation count, sensor cleanliness and whether the camera is sold with a functioning battery and charger are the main factors; body-only, high-mileage examples consistently fetch the lower end of the range.