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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.

Prices updated: 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.