Canon 1D MIV vs Canon 5D

Below is a extensive comparison of the Canon 1D MIV and Canon 5D, former being a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both built by Canon. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the 1D MIV (16MP) and 5D (13MP) and the 1D MIV (APS-H) and 5D (Full frame) have different sensor measurements.

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The 1D MIV was unveiled 4 years later than the 5D and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D MIV being a Large SLR camera and the Canon 5D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 1D MIV grades against the 5D with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon 1D MIV comes with exterior measurements of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) while the Canon 5D has specifications of 152mm x 113mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the 1D MIV compared to the 5D.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D MIV and 5D is 51 and 55 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D MIV and 5D.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1D MIV with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Canon 1D MIV will deliver extra detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 1D MIV should have an edge in sensor technology.