Canon 5D MIV vs Nikon D5
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Canon 5D MIV vs Nikon D5 Key Specs
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- 30MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 890g - 151 x 116 x 76mm
- Revealed August 2016
- Superseded the Canon 5D MIII
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Below is a extensive overview of the Canon 5D MIV vs Nikon D5, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Pro DSLR by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and D5 (21MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (Full frame).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 5D MIV was revealed 8 months later than the D5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon 5D MIV being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D5 being a Large SLR camera.
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the 5D MIV grades versus the D5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Canon 5D MIV over the Nikon D5
| 5D MIV | D5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | August 2016 |  | January 2016 | More recent by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D5 over the Canon 5D MIV
| D5 | 5D MIV | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 2359k |  | 1620k | Crisper screen (+739k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 5D MIV and Nikon D5
| 5D MIV | D5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3.2" |  | 3.2" | Equivalent screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Canon 5D MIV vs Nikon D5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 5D MIV enjoys outside dimensions of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) whilst the Nikon D5 has sizing of 160mm x 158.5mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the 5D MIV compared to the D5.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 5D MIV and D5 is 55 and 50 respectively.
Canon 5D MIV vs Nikon D5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The visual below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D MIV and D5.
All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon 5D MIV to provide extra detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern 5D MIV should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon 5D MIV vs Nikon D5 Specifications
| Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | Nikon D5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | Nikon D5 |
| Type | Advanced DSLR | Pro DSLR |
| Revealed | 2016-08-25 | 2016-01-05 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Large SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 6+ | Expeed 5 |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 30 megapixels | 21 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 6720 x 4480 | 5588 x 3712 |
| Highest native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 3280000 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 61 | 153 |
| Cross type focus points | 41 | 99 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Canon EF | Nikon F |
| Available lenses | 250 | 309 |
| Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 3.2 inch |
| Resolution of display | 1,620 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.72x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 14.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (29.97p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 29.97p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (119.9p) | 4K (UHD) 30p/25p/24p, 1080/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p, 720/60p/50p |
| Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
| GPS | Built-in | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 890 gr (1.96 pounds) | 1415 gr (3.12 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 151 x 116 x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") | 160 x 158.5 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 91 | 88 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 24.8 | 25.1 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.6 | 12.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | 2995 | 2434 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 900 photos | 3780 photos |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LP-E6 | EN-EL18a |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | CompactFlash + SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I enabled) | Dual CompactFlash or dual XQD |
| Card slots | Two | Two |
| Retail pricing | $3,299 | $6,500 |