Continuing on in their legacy of powerful workhorse cameras, Canon has released the 5D Mark IV DSLR which is an outstanding still photography option and an able 4K-capable video machine. Appealing to filmmakers is Canon Log, which is offered pre-installed on this model. This gamma setting helps users capture images with an expanded dynamic range of 800%, or 12 stops. Also, it provides latitude for working with the footage in post-production during color grading. Along with this function is a View Assist setting, which helps users see a more accurate representation of the footage when viewing on the rear LCD or an external display.
This multimedia maven offers a newly developed 30.4MP full-frame CMOS sensor paired with the DIGIC 6+ image processor in order to balance fine detail and resolution with low-light performance and sensitivity. It is able to work within a native range of ISO 100-32000, which can then be expanded to an impressive ISO 50-102400, for sharp, low-noise images in a variety of conditions. Along with these improvements to image quality, users will enjoy a performance boost across the board with an enhanced AF system, built-in Wi-Fi, NFC, and GPS, and much more.
In order to deliver detailed images quickly and effectively the 5D Mark IV leverages the power of the DIGIC 6+ image processor, which can handle up to 7 frames per second during continuous shooting. It also uses a 150,000-pixel RGB+IR metering sensor to evaluate the scene and subjects for accurate exposures under a variety of different lighting conditions. An improved 61-point High Density Reticular AF furthers the camera's speed by tracking and locking onto subjects quickly and accurately for tack sharp photos. A new AF area select button is now available as well for near immediate access to this setting.
Video benefits from the addition of Dual Pixel CMOS AF and Movie Servo AF to smoothly rack focus during a shot. Shooters can even make use of the 3.2" 1.62m-dot touchscreen LCD to simply tap to adjust the focus point. Furthermore, now that the camera has DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) video recording at up to 30 fps, users can snag 8.8MP stills from the video for an even faster capture option. Tied into the Dual Pixel sensor architecture is a brand-new feature for Canon: Dual Pixel RAW, which allows for fine tuning of certain image parameters, including bokeh shift and focus micro adjustment, after the image is taken.
The body has been further refined for comfort and ease of access, as well as durability and weather resistance. The Canon N3 remote port has been relocated to the front of the camera body and they have added both GPS and Wi-Fi with NFC to make this model a connected camera.
Lens Mount | Canon EF |
Camera Format | Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor) |
Pixels | Actual: 31.7 Megapixel Effective: 30.4 Megapixel |
Maximum Resolution | 6720 x 4480 |
Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Size | 36 x 24 mm |
Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
Image Stabilization | None |
ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 100 to 32000 (Extended: 50 to 102400) |
Shutter Speed | Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/8000 to 30 Seconds Bulb Mode |
Metering Method | Evaluative, Partial, Spot |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Shutter Priority |
Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
Metering Range | 0 to 20 EV |
White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (White), Shade, Tungsten |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 7 fps at 30 MP for up to 21 Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames |
Interval Recording | Yes |
Self-Timer | 2/10-Second Delay |
Mirror Lock-Up | Yes |
Recording Modes | M-JPEG 4:2:2 8-Bit DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 23.976p/24.00p/29.97p [500 Mb/s] MOV Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 59.94p [180 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/24.00p/29.97p [90 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 59.94p [60 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/24.00p/29.97p [30 Mb/s] HD (1280 x 720) at 119.88p [160 Mb/s] MP4 Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 59.94p [60 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/24.00p/29.97p [30 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 29.97p [12 Mb/s] |
External Recording Modes | Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 59.94p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/24.00p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 29.97p HD (1280 x 720) at 120p |
Recording Limit | Up to 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds for DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) |
Video Encoding | NTSC/PAL |
ISO Sensitivity | Auto: 100 to 32000 |
Audio Recording | Built-In Microphone (Mono) External Microphone Input |
Audio File Format | AAC, Linear PCM (Stereo) |
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S) |
Autofocus Points | Phase Detection: 61 (41 Cross-Type) |
Autofocus Sensitivity | -3 to +18 EV |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (Pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Eye Point | 21 mm |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | Approx. 0.71x |
Diopter Adjustment | -3 to +1 |
Size | 3.2" |
Resolution | 1,620,000 Dot |
Display Type | Fixed Touchscreen LCD |
Built-In Flash | No |
Maximum Sync Speed | 1/200 Second |
Flash Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
Dedicated Flash System | eTTL |
External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, PC Terminal |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) Slot 2: CompactFlash (UDMA 7) |
Connectivity | 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone, Canon N3, HDMI C (Mini), USB Micro-B (USB 3.0) |
Wireless | Wi-Fi |
GPS | Yes |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
Operating Humidity | 0 to 85% |
Battery | 1 x LP-E6N Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1865 mAh |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5.9 x 4.6 x 3" / 150.7 x 116.4 x 75.9 mm |
Weight | 1.76 lb / 800 g (Body Only) |
Package Weight | 4.59 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 9.8 x 7.25 x 5.75" |