Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D MIV
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79 Overall
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Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D MIV Key Specs
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- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1500g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
- Released April 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-H Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1230g - 156 x 157 x 80mm
- Announced February 2010
- Replaced the Canon 1D MIII
Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D MIV Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon 1D C versus Canon 1D MIV, both Pro DSLR cameras and both are designed by Canon. The resolution of the 1D C (18MP) and the 1D MIV (16MP) is fairly comparable but the 1D C (Full frame) and 1D MIV (APS-H) provide totally different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 1D C was released 2 years after the 1D MIV which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 1D C scores against the 1D MIV in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D MIV Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D C & Canon EOS-1D Mark IV. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1D C Gallery & Canon 1D MIV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D C over the Canon 1D MIV
1D C | 1D MIV | |||
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Announced | April 2012 | February 2010 | Newer by 26 months | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 920k | Clearer display (+120k dot) |
Reasons to pick Canon 1D MIV over the Canon 1D C
1D MIV | 1D C |
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Common features in the Canon 1D C and Canon 1D MIV
1D C | 1D MIV | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D MIV Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D C comes with outside measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) while the Canon 1D MIV has measurements of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs).
Examine the Canon 1D C versus Canon 1D MIV in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the 1D C against the 1D MIV.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D C and 1D MIV is 50 and 51 respectively.
Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D MIV Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The pic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D C and 1D MIV.
Plainly, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1D C featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon 1D C will show more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer 1D C will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D MIV Specifications
Canon EOS-1D C | Canon EOS-1D Mark IV | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon EOS-1D C | Canon EOS-1D Mark IV |
Type | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Released | 2012-04-12 | 2010-02-22 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual Digic 5+ | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-H |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 27.9 x 18.6mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 518.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4896 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 61 | 45 |
Cross type focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | Canon EF |
Available lenses | 250 | 250 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual | External |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/300 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (24 fps), 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps, 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1500 gr (3.31 lb) | 1230 gr (2.71 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") | 156 x 157 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1320 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1500 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E4N | LP-E4 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Retail price | $6,499 | $4,999 |