Canon 5D MIV vs Canon SL2

Let's look more in depth at the Canon 5D MIV vs Canon SL2, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are sold by Canon. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and SL2 (24MP) and the 5D MIV (Full frame) and SL2 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The 5D MIV was announced 10 months before the SL2 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon 5D MIV being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon SL2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 5D MIV scores vs the SL2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & Canon EOS Rebel SL2. The whole galleries are available at Canon 5D MIV Gallery & Canon SL2 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 5D MIV offers outside measurements of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) while the Canon SL2 has specifications of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

Look at the Canon 5D MIV vs Canon SL2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 5D MIV against the SL2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5D MIV and SL2 is 55 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The pic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 5D MIV and SL2.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 5D MIV with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon 5D MIV will result in greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged 5D MIV will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.