Canon 5D MIV vs Canon 6D

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon 5D MIV vs Canon 6D, both Advanced DSLR cameras and they are both created by Canon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and 6D (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The 5D MIV was manufactured 3 years after the 6D which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 5D MIV matches up versus the 6D with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and Canon EOS 6D. The entire galleries are available at Canon 5D MIV Gallery and Canon 6D Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 5D MIV has got outside measurements of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) and the Canon 6D has measurements of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") with a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs).

Look at the Canon 5D MIV vs Canon 6D in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 5D MIV compared to the 6D.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 5D MIV and 6D is 55 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The image underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 5D MIV and 6D.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon 5D MIV to result in more detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern 5D MIV will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.