Canon 5D Mark IV Resources, Specs & FAQs (2024)

Canon 5D Mark IV is a professional and powerful DSLR Camera with many premium features. Today, I will share mine and the User Experience along with the appropriate Resources.

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Key Specs

• 30.4MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor 
• DIGIC 6+ Image Processor 
• 3.2″ 1.62m-Dot Touchscreen LCD Monitor 
• DCI 4K Video at 30 fps 
• 61-Point High Density Reticular AF 
• Dual Pixel CMOS AF and Movie Servo AF 
• 7 fps Shooting
• Built-In GPS, Wi-Fi with NFC

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Canon 5D Mark IV Sample Images

Canon 5D Mark IV FAQs

Below, I have answered some common questions about the 5D Mark IV.

Is Canon 5D Mark IV Mirrorless? 

No, 5D Mark IV is a Full-Frame DSLR Camera. It does not work on Mirrorless Mechanism. 

Is Canon 5D Mark IV Full-Frame?

Yes, 5D Mark IV is a Full-Frame DSLR Camera. It comes with a 30.4 MegaPixel Full-Frame CMOS Sensor. 

Is Canon 5D Mark IV good for Photography? 

Yes, 5D Mark IV is an excellent camera for Photography. It features a brilliant 30.4 Megapixel Full-Frame CMOS Sensor that enhances the image quality to the fullest. 5D Mark IV is a professional DSLR camera with Fast AutoFocus, Great Low Light Performance, and Extra-Ordinary capabilities. 

Is Canon 5D Mark IV suitable for beginners? 

Canon 5D Mark IV is a great camera overall, but I would not recommend this to beginners. It has a learning curve that beginners might feel hard to learn. Also, it is a powerful camera and requires experience to use and understand the actual capabilities. 

Is Canon 5D Mark IV better than Mark III? 

Yes, Canon 5D Mark IV is a better camera than Mark III. It has a better resolution sensor and an upgraded processor, making it an excellent choice for photographers. The upgrades in Mark IV are better and make it a worthy investment for people looking to change their current camera. 

Does Canon 5D Mark IV shoot 4K? 

Yes, 5D Mark IV can shoot 4K videos. It can shoot ultra H.D. 4K Videos at up to 30 frames per second. 

Is Canon 5D Mark IV good for video? 

Yes, 5D Mark IV is a good camera for photos and videos. It is designed so that photographers love to use it primarily for Photography.

What Lenses Fit Canon 5D Mark IV?

You can use EF-Mount lenses with Canon 5D Mark IV. 

How old is the Canon 5D Mark IV? 

5D Mark IV was initially launched in September 2016 after being announced on 25 August 2016. 

Can you live stream with Canon 5D Mark IV? 

Yes, You can run a full-fledged high-quality live stream using 5D Mark IV. 

Can You Use R.F. Lenses On 5D Mark IV? 

No, 5D Mark IV cannot fit an RF Mount Lens. You should try looking out for E.F. Lenses. 

Is Canon 5D Mark IV Waterproof?

No, 5D Mark IV is not a waterproof camera. It comes with a weather-sealed body that prevents dust from entering the camera’s body. 

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Canon 5D Mark IV Specs

Image Specification

Feature	Description
Lens Mount	Canon EF
Sensor Resolution	Actual: 31.7 Megapixel Effective: 30.4 Megapixel (6720 x 4480)
Sensor Type	36 x 24 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS
Image Stabilization	None
Mirror Lock-Up	Yes
Capture Type	Stills & Video

Exposure Specification

Feature	Description
Shutter Type	Electronic Shutter, Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter
Shutter Speed	Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/8000 to 30 Seconds
Bulb/Time Mode	Bulb Mode
ISO Sensitivity	Photo 100 to 32,000 in Auto Mode (Extended: 50 to 102,400) Video 100 to 32,000 in Auto 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	Presets: 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 (JPEG)
Interval Recording	Yes
Self-Timer	2/10-Second Delay

Still Image Specification

Feature	Description
Image Sizes	3:2 Raw / 4:3 Raw / 16:9 Raw / 1:1 Raw / 3:2 JPEG / 4:3 JPEG / 16:9 JPEG / 1:1 JPEG
Aspect Ratio	1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Image File Format	JPEG, Raw
Bit Depth	14-Bit

Internal Video Specs

Features	Description
Recording Modes	M-JPEG 4:2:2 8-Bit DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 23.98p/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 23.98p/24.00p/29.97p [90 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 59.94p [60 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.98p/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 23.98p/24.00p/29.97p [30 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 29.97p [12 Mb/s]
Recording Limit	Up to 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds for DCI 4K (4096 x 2160)
Video System	NTSC/PAL
Built-In Microphone Type	Mono
Audio Recording	MP4: AAC Audio MOV: LPCM Audio

External Video Capture

Features	Description
External Recording Modes	HDMI Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 59.94p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.98p/24.00p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 29.97p HD (1280 x 720) at 119.88p
IP Streaming	None

Interface Specs

Feature	Description
Media/Memory Card Slot	Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) Slot 2: CompactFlash (UDMA 7)
Video I/O	1 x Mini-HDMI Output
Audio I/O	1 x 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1 x 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Other I/O	1 x Canon N3 Control Input 1 x USB Micro-B (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Output 1 x PC Sync Socket Input
Power I/O	None
Wireless	Wi-Fi
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)	GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS

Monitor Specs

Feature	Description
Size	3.2″
Resolution	1,620,000 Dot
Display Type	Fixed Touchscreen LCD
Secondary Display	Top: Status Display

Viewfinder Specs

Feature	Description
Type	Optical (Pentaprism)
EyePoint	21 mm
Coverage	100%
Magnification	Approx. 0.71x
Diopter Adjustment	-3 to +1

Focus Specs

Feature	Description
Focus Type	Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode	Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
Autofocus Points	Phase Detection: 61 (41 Cross-Type)
Autofocus Sensitivity	-3 to +18 EV

Flash Specs

Feature	Description
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

General Specs

Feature	Description
Battery Type	1 x LP-E6N Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1865 mAh
Accessory Mount	1 x Hot Shoe Mount
Material of Construction	Magnesium Alloy
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)