Canon 1D MIV vs Samsung ST6500
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Canon 1D MIV vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-H Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1230g - 156 x 157 x 80mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Replaced the Canon 1D MIII
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
Canon 1D MIV vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Canon 1D MIV vs Samsung ST6500, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the 1D MIV (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is fairly close but the 1D MIV (APS-H) and ST6500 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe 1D MIV was manufactured 11 months before the ST6500 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1D MIV being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 1D MIV scores against the ST6500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon 1D MIV vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D Mark IV and Samsung ST6500. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 1D MIV Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D MIV over the Samsung ST6500
1D MIV | ST6500 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Canon 1D MIV
ST6500 | 1D MIV | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | February 2010 | More modern by 11 months | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon 1D MIV and Samsung ST6500
1D MIV | ST6500 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Canon 1D MIV vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D MIV provides outer dimensions of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST6500 has proportions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Canon 1D MIV vs Samsung ST6500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the 1D MIV compared to the ST6500.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D MIV and ST6500 is 51 and 99 respectively.
Canon 1D MIV vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D MIV and ST6500.
As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact MP but not the same sensor sizes. The 1D MIV has got the larger sensor which is going to make getting bokeh simpler. The more aged 1D MIV will be behind in sensor technology.
Canon 1D MIV vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon 1D MIV vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D Mark IV | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon EOS-1D Mark IV | Samsung ST6500 |
Class | Pro DSLR | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-02-22 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-H | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 27.9 x 18.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 518.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Amount of lenses | 250 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | External | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/300 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) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1230 grams (2.71 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 156 x 157 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 74 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1320 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1500 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E4 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, SD/SDHC card | - |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Price at release | $4,999 | - |