Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D4s
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Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D4s Key Specs
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- 16MP - APS-H Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1230g - 156 x 157 x 80mm
- Launched February 2010
- Earlier Model is Canon 1D MIII
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Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon 1D MIV and Nikon D4s, both Pro DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 1D MIV (16MP) and the D4s (16MP) is pretty comparable but the 1D MIV (APS-H) and D4s (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 1D MIV was introduced 5 years prior to the D4s which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the 1D MIV scores versus the D4s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon 1D MIV over the Nikon D4s
| 1D MIV | D4s |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon D4s over the Canon 1D MIV
| D4s | 1D MIV | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2014 |  | February 2010 | More modern by 48 months |
| Screen dimension | 3.2" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 1D MIV and Nikon D4s
| 1D MIV | D4s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D4s Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D MIV enjoys physical measurements of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) whilst the Nikon D4s has proportions of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 1350 grams (2.98 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 1D MIV and Nikon D4s in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the 1D MIV and the D4s.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1D MIV and D4s is 51 and 50 respectively.
Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D4s Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D MIV and D4s.
As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The 1D MIV features the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder. The more aged 1D MIV will be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D4s Specifications
| Canon EOS-1D Mark IV | Nikon D4s | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon EOS-1D Mark IV | Nikon D4s |
| Class | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
| Launched | 2010-02-22 | 2014-02-24 |
| Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Digic 4 | Expeed 4 |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-H | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 27.9 x 18.6mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor area | 518.9mm² | 860.4mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4928 x 3280 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | 409600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 45 | 51 |
| Cross type focus points | - | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Canon EF | Nikon F |
| Amount of lenses | 250 | 309 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.3 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
| Resolution of display | 920k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD with brightness and color adjustment |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 11.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | External | Auto FP high-speed sync, front-curtain, rear-curtain, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/300 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps, 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Optional |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 1230g (2.71 pounds) | 1350g (2.98 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 156 x 157 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 160 x 157 x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 74 | 89 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 24.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.0 | 13.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | 1320 | 3074 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1500 photos | 3020 photos |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LP-E4 | EN-EL18a |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2-20 seconds, 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 seconds) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, SD/SDHC card | CompactFlash, XQD |
| Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
| Retail price | $4,999 | $6,498 |
