Canon 5D MIV vs Samsung ST30

In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon 5D MIV vs Samsung ST30, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the 5D MIV (Full frame) and ST30 (1/3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The 5D MIV was revealed 5 years later than the ST30 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 5D MIV being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 5D MIV scores against the ST30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and Samsung ST30. The full galleries are available at Canon 5D MIV Gallery and Samsung ST30 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5D MIV features exterior measurements of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) and the Samsung ST30 has dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the 5D MIV compared to the ST30.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 5D MIV and ST30 is 55 and 98 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 5D MIV and ST30.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 5D MIV using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon 5D MIV will provide greater detail because of its extra 20 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger 5D MIV should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.